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Scientists analyze the health of the Galapagos shallow-tailed gull
“Baseline hematology, biochemistry, blood gas values and health status of the Galápagos shallow-tailed gull (Creagrus furcatus)”, a research based on the study of a seabird, endemic to the Galapagos archipelago. Historically, health, blood chemistry, and hematology parameters have not been published for this species.
The Galapagos Science Center performs health evaluations on 36 turtles as support to The Galapagos National Park prior to their release
The objective of this activity was to evaluate the health status of the specimens so that the Galapagos National Park Direction could carry out the reintroduction to their natural habitat, ensuring their survival.
New Gecko Species in Galapagos
Meet three new endemic Galapagos gecko species!
Thanks to research by Tropical Herping and Galapagos Science Center under Galapagos National Park Directorate permit PC-54-18, Galápagos has two new gecko species and a third elevated from sub-species to species status!
Previously, scientists thought the third new gecko species was a subspecies.
First Ever Maps of AgroEcosystems in Galapagos by UNC and USFQ Researchers
What percentage of land cover is dominated by invasive plants in the highlands of the four inhabited Galapagos Islands? It´s 28.5% according to new maps generated by an international research team based between the UNC at Chapel Hill, USFQ in Quito and GSC.
SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES
Marine barriers regulate the genetic exchange of sharks and rays
Have you ever heard of elasmobranchs? Well, they are sharks and rays that are found distributed in the seas around the world. Elasmobranchs live in different habitats, from tropical reefs to deep polar waters, which makes them very interesting species for scientific research.
The time is now to tackle climate change
Historically, the Galapagos Islands have been used for studies in a variety offields. However, when we talk about climate change and its repercussions on ecosystems, population, and infrastructure of the islands, little is known. This research confirms that knowing the different trends of climate change is of utmost importance.
Declines and recovery in endangered Galapagos pinnipeds during the El Niño Event
Our researchers Diego Páez- Rosas and Majorie Riofrío with Adrian Marchetti and Harvey Seim researchers from UNC-Chapel Hill, and Eduardo Espinosa and Jorge Torres from the Galapagos National Park Directorate, presented their work called “Declines and recovery in endangered Galapagos pinnipeds during the El Niño Event”
Microbiological studies detect Mycoplasma in Galapagos sea lions
A few days ago Galapagos Science Center (GSC) researchers Soledad Sarzosa and Diego Páez-Rosas, together with several renowned researchers, published their work called “Appearance of mycoplasmas in Galapagos sea lions (Zalophus wollebaeki) and its association with other respiratory pathogens.”
EVENTS
6TH GALAPAGOS RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION SYMPOSIUM
The 6th Galápagos Research and Conservation Symposium will be held on Monday, July 15 and Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at the Charles Darwin Convention Center on San Cristóbal, Galápagos. This important multidisciplinary event is 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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