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New nursery for vulnerable hammerhead shark discovered in Galápagos
Scientists on a Greenpeace expedition in the Galápagos Marine Reserve believe they have found what could be the first known smooth hammerhead shark nursery in the region after observing several young pups. The team was also able to track a subadult smooth hammerhead.
Kenan Galapagos Fellows Program Launches Fall 2024
William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust awards UNC Center for Galapagos Studies to launch fellowship program. This grant not only equips the next generation of students and researchers with the experiences and ability to play a significant role; it encourages others to consider supporting our center to create even broader impact.
Scientists and NGOs call for Ecuador, Panama, Costa Rica and Colombia to ratify the UN High Seas Treaty to deliver 30×30 in the High Seas
The Galapagos Marine Reserve is one of the best examples of marine protection. Ratify the UN High Seas Treaty as a matter of urgency, and commitment to leveraging it in order to protect the high seas in areas of common interest.
Connecting with Nature Program (CWNP): Five years bridging science and community
Did you know that more than 8,000 local people have participated in community engagement activities created by the Galapagos Science Center? In 2019 as a joint initiative of the Galapagos Science Center (GSC) and the Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT).
SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES
From Prison Islands to Island Paradises: Are Violent Histories Being Overwritten with Nature-Based Tourism Imaginaries?
This article explores the transformation of former prison islands in Latin America—specifically Isabela (Galápagos), Coiba (Panama), and Gorgona (Colombia)—into nature-based ecotourism destinations. Originally used for exiling criminals, political prisoners, and other marginalized individuals, these isolated islands were chosen for their remote locations and difficult conditions, which made them suitable sites for confinement. However, as these prisons closed, new conservation and ecotourism initiatives developed, focusing on the islands’ natural beauty and biodiversity.
Small Business, Big Impact: The Role of SMEs in Galápagos Conservation
This article explores the fundamental role that small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play in environmental conservation in the Galapagos Islands, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Multidecadal underwater surveys reveal declines in marine turtles in the eastern tropical pacific
A recent study has revealed an alarming decline in marine turtle populations in the Eastern Tropical Pacific. This research, based on over 35,000 dives conducted at Cocos Island, Costa Rica, over a period of 26 years, provides deep insights into the vulnerability of turtles to environmental pressures and predators.
Plastic Pollution and Animal Health in Juvenile Green Turtles in Ecuador
Marine vertebrates, particularly green sea turtles, are especially vulnerable to plastic pollution through ingestion or entanglement. This study investigated wild juvenile green sea turtles (Chelonia mydas) from two Ecuadorian national parks (Galápagos and Machalilla) to assess the prevalence of plastic pollution in their feces and its potential impact on various health metrics.
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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