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Scientists Study the Impact of Ocean Processes on Marine Biodiversity in the Galápagos
From July 30 to August 21, a scientific expedition was carried out aboard the research vessel R/V Marcus Langseth in the Galápagos Marine Reserve (GMR), led by researchers Adrian Marchetti and Harvey Seim of UNC and the GSC.
VII Galápagos Research and Conservation Symposium Brings Together Scientific and Local Communities in San Cristóbal
Once again, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno served as the annual meeting point for science during the VII Galápagos Research and Conservation Symposium, held on Monday, July 14, and Tuesday, July 15 at the Charles Darwin Convention Center.
New milestone in whale shark research in Galápagos
The Galapagos Whale Shark Project team (GWSP), in collaboration with the Galápagos National Park Directorate (DPNG) and the Galapagos Science Center of the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (GSC-USFQ), has recently returned from a 15-day expedition to Darwin’s Arch, in the far north of the archipelago. During the expedition, the team successfully identified 12 different whale sharks and tagged 7 of them with SPLASH satellite tags, attached with clamps to the fin.
Connecting the Community with Nature: A Galápagos conservation program celebrates the successful completion of its sixth phase
With the goal of raising environmental awareness and promoting the conservation of the archipelago’s natural resources, the Galapagos Science Center (GSC) and the Galapagos Conservation Trust have been running the “Connecting with Nature Program” (CWNP) since 2019. This initiative has reached over 9,100 community members on San Cristóbal Island, through recreational and educational activities tailored to children, youth, and adults.
SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES
First Report of Anaplasma phagocytophilum in Galapagos: High Prevalence in Dogs and Circumstantial Evidence for the Role of Rhipicephalus linnaei as Vector
The Galápagos Islands host a unique biodiversity but face increasing threats from emerging diseases. Among them, tick-borne pathogens such as Anaplasma spp. are of concern due to their potential impact on both domestic animals and wildlife. Understanding their presence and transmission dynamics is essential for conservation and public health.
Drivers of Marine Phytoplankton Diversity and Connectivity in the Galápagos Archipelago Spanning an ENSO Cycle
Phytoplankton form the foundation of marine food webs, and their diversity strongly influences ocean ecosystem health. In the Galápagos Islands, ocean currents and climate variability linked to the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) shape these communities, driving changes in productivity and connectivity.
Heterogeneous preferences for cleaner maritime transportation in the tourism sector: A choice experiment from the Galápagos Islands
Maritime transport is essential for tourism in the Galápagos Islands, but it also represents a significant source of pollution.This study explores tourists’ willingness to pay for cleaner propulsion technologies, electric and hybrid, as alternatives to internal combustion engines, aiming to promote more sustainable tourism in this fragile ecosystem.
Exploring the trophic strategies of two large pelagic species inhabiting the Galapagos Marine Reserve
A new study conducted in the Galápagos Marine Reserve analyzed the diets of two pelagic species: the swordfish (Xiphias gladius) and the dolphinfish (Coryphaena hippurus). The aim was to understand how these populations, which share the same ecosystem, manage to coexist without directly competing for food.
EVENTS
7TH GALAPAGOS RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION SYMPOSIUM
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, on San Cristóbal Island, will host the 7th Symposium on Research and Conservation in Galápagos. This important multidisciplinary event, which will take place on Monday, July 14 and Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at the Charles Darwin Convention Center, will be organized by the Galapagos Science Center, thanks to the sponsorship of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Universidad San Francisco de Quito, and with the support of the Galápagos National Park.
6TH GALAPAGOS RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION SYMPOSIUM
The 6th Galápagos Research and Conservation Symposium took place on Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at the Charles Darwin Convention Center on San Cristóbal, Galápagos. This important multidisciplinary event was organized by the Galapagos Science Center, with the sponsorship of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the Universidad San Francisco de Quito with the endorsement of the Galapagos National Park.
5TH GALAPAGOS RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION SYMPOSIUM
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, on San Cristóbal Island, will host the 5th Galapagos Research and Conservation Symposium. This significant multidisciplinary event will feature scientific presentations and community-focused talks, showcasing research and initiatives related to conservation, environmental change, biodiversity and oceans, health, and community initiatives.
World Summit on Island Sustainability
In 2022, the Galapagos Science Center (GSC) and the broader UNC & USFQ Galapagos Initiative celebrated its 10th Anniversary. The GSC hosted the World Summit on Island Sustainability on June 26–30, 2022 at the Galapagos Science Center and the Community Convention Center on San Cristobal Island.
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