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Project Code [2019-W-PhD-17]

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Project title

Maximizing the utilization of seagrasses as a bioindicator of eutrophication pressures in Ireland

Primary Funding Agency

Irish Research Council

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

Environmental Protection Agency

Lead Organisation

National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG)

Lead Applicant

Betty May Villamayor

Project Abstract

This study entitled �Maximizing the utilization of seagrasses as a bioindicator of eutrophication pressures in Ireland� will identify the main drivers of eutrophication in Ireland using seagrass Carbon Nitrogen and Phosphorous concentrations and ?15N values. In situ eutrophication gradient and laboratory experiments will also be used to assess physiological response to eutrophication stress. To display the possible effects of eutrophication management actions, a model to predict seagrass health will be created. The key results from this study, among many others, is the identification of eutrophic sites in Ireland, which is an important as input for management decisions to address eutrophication problems and raise the water quality status of Irish waters.

Grant Approved

�72,000.00

Research Hub

Natural Environment

Research Theme

Water - Ecosystem services and sustainability

Start Date

01/09/2019

Initial Projected Completion Date

31/08/2022