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Burdens of Paradise
A broad study looking at food and water insecurity in the Galápagos brings together a team of researchers to focus on an often-overlooked population. Miller’s research is part of a broader study run by biological anthropologist Amanda Thompson through the Galápagos Science Center (GSC). It represents a collaboration between researchers from UNC-Chapel Hill and Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ).
New collaborations and citizen science to better understand cetaceans in the Galapagos
In the fall of 2021, Dani Alarcón, a researcher from the Galapagos Science Center, and Hector Guzman, senior scientist from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, first set out to tag blue whales off the coast of the Galapagos Islands.
Ecuador contributes to the NASA SHADOZ network with 36 probes per year through the USFQ Atmospheric Measurement Station
The Universidad San Francisco de Quito (USFQ) has the Atmospheric Research Institute (IIA), which conducts surveys of the ozone layer from its Atmospheric Measurement Station (EMA).
Research Expedition in the Galápagos Marine Reserve Focuses on Overlooked Species and Habitats
A multi-institutional team of scientists led by legendary oceanographer and National Geographic Explorer, Dr. Sylvia Earle (Mission Blue) carried out a two-week expedition in the Galapagos Marine Reserve.
SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES
Hematology and Biochemistry of the Española Lava Lizard (Microlophus delanonis)
This paper presents novel baseline health parameters on the Española lava lizard (Microlophus delanonis). Morphologic parameters measured included body weight, snout-vent length, and temperature.
Detection and quantification of microplastic pollution in the endangered Galapagos sea lion
Marine debris pollution poses a significant global threat to biodiversity, with plastics being the primary debris type found in oceans due to their low-cost production and high demand worldwide.
Underwater kleptoparasitims on a human diver by a Galapagos Flightless Cormorant Nannopterum harrisi
We describe underwater kleptoparasitism on a human diver by a Galapagos Flightless Cormorant Nannopterum harrisi, a behavior that has not been previously described for this species.
Water security and agricultural systems in the Galapagos Islands: vulnerabilities under uncertain future climate and land use pathways
The Galapagos Islands, a hotspot of ecological richness, face challenging climatic and development conditions which undermine regional water security.
EVENTS
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.