Berzinski Writing Sample10-Sink the Vandenburg!pberzins
Stevens Institute of Technology helped create an artificial reef off the Florida Keys by sinking the General Hoyt S. Vandenberg ship. Extensive testing was conducted at Stevens' Davidson Laboratory to ensure the ship would sink properly and land upright. This included repeated sinkings of a mini-Vandenberg model. The successful sinking of the full-scale ship in April 2009 in 140 feet of water will provide an artificial habitat for fish and coral and attract divers as marine life colonizes the wreck over decades.
Muro-ami or kayaykas fishing involves forcefully smashing coral reefs to drive fish out, which is banned in the Philippines but still secretly practiced. It is one of the most destructive forms of illegal fishing as it destroys reefs, killing 70% of reefs in the country and preventing regeneration. Dynamite fishing also kills many fish and sea creatures while destroying coral reefs. Bottom trawling degrades deep-sea corals and coral reefs are further threatened by various destructive fishing practices that damage delicate reef ecosystems.
This document discusses various stupefying and prohibited fishing methods. It describes mechanical, chemical, and electrical methods. Mechanical methods include using striking gear, stones, clubs, boomerangs, and beating ice to stun fish. Chemical methods involve using poisonous plants, fruits, leaves, and industrial chemicals like lime and cyanide to stun or suffocate fish. Electrical methods apply an electric field to stun or shock fish. Many of these methods like using explosives, cyanide, and suffocation are non-selective and can damage fish populations and habitats.
The document discusses various terms and concepts related to fishing vessels and boats. It provides definitions for types of vessels, classifications of boats, parts of boats, and measurements used to describe boats such as length, tonnage, and capacity. Key facts include that in 2012 there were over 4.7 million fishing vessels globally, with 57% being engine-powered, and about 79% of motorized vessels being under 12 meters in length.
This document discusses important aspects of fishing vessel design. It first defines fishing vessels and describes different types, including commercial, artisan, and recreational. It then outlines key features for efficient locating, catching, processing, containment, and landing of fish. These include hull forms that provide low resistance, excellent seakeeping and maneuverability. Fishing methods like bottom and surface fishing are also detailed. The document emphasizes design criteria such as safety, noise reduction, and meeting the basic requirements of finding, catching, and transporting fish. Methods for calculating vessel resistance and propulsion to suit different fishing conditions are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of fishing vessels throughout history. It describes how early fishing vessels were constructed of materials like hide-covered frames and how Egyptians later developed sailboats. Over time, boats grew larger and were used for travel. The document also discusses the development of steam power in fishing vessels in the 1870s and the evolution of trawler designs. Modern trawlers are decked vessels equipped with technologies like navigation systems. The document outlines different types of trawling vessels and gear and describes operations and stability concerns for fishing vessels. It concludes with details about the world's largest fishing vessel.
This document summarizes the amenities and activities available at the Turquoise Bay Resort located on Roatan, Honduras. The resort has ocean view rooms and a restaurant, a 500 foot private beach, a pool overlooking the beach, and offers breathtaking sunsets. Guests can enjoy watersports and diving activities, including fun dives, all PADI certification courses, and shark dives. The resort has its own dive platform located 1000 yards offshore that is accessible by kayak or free shuttle for diving and snorkeling. Diving is also available through a local dive operator offering small group sizes and private boats.
Berzinski Writing Sample10-Sink the Vandenburg!pberzins
Stevens Institute of Technology helped create an artificial reef off the Florida Keys by sinking the General Hoyt S. Vandenberg ship. Extensive testing was conducted at Stevens' Davidson Laboratory to ensure the ship would sink properly and land upright. This included repeated sinkings of a mini-Vandenberg model. The successful sinking of the full-scale ship in April 2009 in 140 feet of water will provide an artificial habitat for fish and coral and attract divers as marine life colonizes the wreck over decades.
Muro-ami or kayaykas fishing involves forcefully smashing coral reefs to drive fish out, which is banned in the Philippines but still secretly practiced. It is one of the most destructive forms of illegal fishing as it destroys reefs, killing 70% of reefs in the country and preventing regeneration. Dynamite fishing also kills many fish and sea creatures while destroying coral reefs. Bottom trawling degrades deep-sea corals and coral reefs are further threatened by various destructive fishing practices that damage delicate reef ecosystems.
This document discusses various stupefying and prohibited fishing methods. It describes mechanical, chemical, and electrical methods. Mechanical methods include using striking gear, stones, clubs, boomerangs, and beating ice to stun fish. Chemical methods involve using poisonous plants, fruits, leaves, and industrial chemicals like lime and cyanide to stun or suffocate fish. Electrical methods apply an electric field to stun or shock fish. Many of these methods like using explosives, cyanide, and suffocation are non-selective and can damage fish populations and habitats.
The document discusses various terms and concepts related to fishing vessels and boats. It provides definitions for types of vessels, classifications of boats, parts of boats, and measurements used to describe boats such as length, tonnage, and capacity. Key facts include that in 2012 there were over 4.7 million fishing vessels globally, with 57% being engine-powered, and about 79% of motorized vessels being under 12 meters in length.
This document discusses important aspects of fishing vessel design. It first defines fishing vessels and describes different types, including commercial, artisan, and recreational. It then outlines key features for efficient locating, catching, processing, containment, and landing of fish. These include hull forms that provide low resistance, excellent seakeeping and maneuverability. Fishing methods like bottom and surface fishing are also detailed. The document emphasizes design criteria such as safety, noise reduction, and meeting the basic requirements of finding, catching, and transporting fish. Methods for calculating vessel resistance and propulsion to suit different fishing conditions are also summarized.
This document provides an overview of fishing vessels throughout history. It describes how early fishing vessels were constructed of materials like hide-covered frames and how Egyptians later developed sailboats. Over time, boats grew larger and were used for travel. The document also discusses the development of steam power in fishing vessels in the 1870s and the evolution of trawler designs. Modern trawlers are decked vessels equipped with technologies like navigation systems. The document outlines different types of trawling vessels and gear and describes operations and stability concerns for fishing vessels. It concludes with details about the world's largest fishing vessel.
This document summarizes the amenities and activities available at the Turquoise Bay Resort located on Roatan, Honduras. The resort has ocean view rooms and a restaurant, a 500 foot private beach, a pool overlooking the beach, and offers breathtaking sunsets. Guests can enjoy watersports and diving activities, including fun dives, all PADI certification courses, and shark dives. The resort has its own dive platform located 1000 yards offshore that is accessible by kayak or free shuttle for diving and snorkeling. Diving is also available through a local dive operator offering small group sizes and private boats.
The document summarizes research on the trawl fishery of juvenile fishes in Karnataka, India and its impact on fish stocks. It finds that trawling catches significant quantities of juvenile fish, especially Nemipterus mesoprion and threadfin breams. An estimated 27.8% of the total trawl catch at main landing centers in Karnataka consists of low-value fish and juveniles. Catches of juvenile groupers, seerfishes, and Epinephelus diacanthus were especially high. The study estimates that reducing juvenile fishing could increase fish yields by 7-20% and revenues by 23-29% for important commercial species. It recommends using spatial and temporal catch data
Fishing Crafts in Chairman Ghat, Noakhali, Bangladesh.AsrafurTalha1
This document describes the different types of fishing crafts used in Chairman Ghat, Noakhali, Bangladesh. It outlines both mechanized boats like trawlers, fishing boats, and chandi boats as well as non-mechanized boats like dingi boats and taba boats. For each major craft, details are provided on its dimensions, construction materials, carrying capacity, crew size, engine type, fishing gear used, operating costs, catch capacity, and other specifications. In total, over 15 different local fishing crafts are defined in the document.
The document discusses the Coral Sea off the coast of Queensland, Australia. It notes that the Coral Sea was the site of an important World War 2 battle and is home to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the most famous coral reefs in the world. The Great Barrier Reef contains over 400 species of coral, 500 types of seaweed, and 150 fish species, spans over 344,400 square kilometers, and depths ranging from 30 to 2,000 meters. Swimmers should be cautious of man-eating sharks and other dangerous sea animals that inhabit the area.
Coracles are dominant fishing craft in South Indian reservoirs. They are made of a large, circular basket with low sides and a hide covering. Fishermen use gill nets, shore seines and longlines from coracles. Catamarans, made of 3-5 logs tied together, are used in pairs for boat seines and individually for longlines and cast nets. Common inland fishing gears include cast nets, gill nets, seines, lift nets, drag nets, hooks and lines, and traps. Trawlers have been tried experimentally in some Indian reservoirs.
Managing tropical trawl fisheries Development of the APFIC regional guidelinesSimon Funge-Smith
- Trawling has a long history in Asia dating back to the early 20th century and expanded rapidly starting in the 1970s. There are now an estimated 83,000 trawl vessels operating in the tropical Asia-Pacific region.
- Trawling accounts for 25-52% of total marine catches in countries with significant tropical trawling and is one of the main reasons the Asia-Pacific region is the world's largest producer of fish.
- However, many tropical trawl fisheries are now overfished or fully fished and ecological issues have arisen from overfishing, bycatch, and damage to habitats from trawling. New regional guidelines were developed to help manage these fisheries sustainably
This document provides an overview of various fishing gears and methods. It begins with an outline of the course topics, which include the study and classification of fishing gears and crafts. It then describes different gear types such as beam trawling, demersal otter trawling, dredging, drift nets, fish attraction devices, gill/fixed nets, handlines, jigging, longlining, pelagic trawling, pole and line fishing, and pots. For each gear type, it explains how it is used to target particular species. The document provides a comprehensive reference for different fishing techniques around the world.
- Square mesh codends can help reduce bycatch compared to traditional diamond mesh codends. Square mesh retains its shape as the codend fills, leaving openings for small fish to escape. Studies show square mesh codends of 55-60mm reduced bycatch by 22-33% and juveniles by up to 95% compared to 100mm diamond mesh.
- Another bycatch reduction method is using a square mesh window in the top of the codend or trawl body. As fish pass through the trawl they orient towards the device and can escape through the square openings.
- Bycatch reduction devices like Dan Watson's design of escape rings fitted along trawl nets can also make trawling more sustainable by allowing non
Dhamra Port Towards Creating A Sustainable EnvironmentJohn_SM
The document discusses conservation efforts around the Olive Ridley sea turtles in relation to the construction of the Dhamra Port in Odisha, India. It outlines the port's mitigation measures to reduce impacts on turtles from dredging and artificial lighting. These include turtle deflectors on dredging equipment, lighting designs that don't disorient turtles, and a turtle observer program during dredging. It also discusses the port's initiatives to educate local communities and address other threats to turtles like accidental capture in fishing nets.
The document summarizes Martin County's artificial reef program, which began in 1972 and has since constructed 61 reefs. It describes several of the named reef sites, honoring retired members of the Stuart Sailfish Club who advocated for artificial reefs. These include reefs named for Bill Donaldson, Captain Al Sirotkin, and Dr. Edgar Ernst. It provides details on recent reef projects, including the deployment of vessels to expand reef sites further offshore. Funding comes from activities like an annual fishing tournament and selling naming rights to existing and future reef sites.
A photographer named Sarah Barber runs a website called billiejeanisnotmylover.com. The website appears to be a photography portfolio for Sarah Barber and possibly others who take photos. Very little other information is provided in the short document.
The document discusses artificial reefs and Martin County's artificial reef program. It describes the purposes of artificial reefs which include increasing habitat for marine organisms and decreasing stress on natural reefs. It also outlines the types of artificial reef materials and reef designs used, including individual units, rubble mounds, and recycled materials. Finally, it provides details on Martin County's past and planned artificial reef projects in partnership with other organizations.
The poem celebrates the beauty of the ocean and sea life. It describes the majesty of sailing the seas and fishing in calm waters. While the beauty above the sea is appreciated, the poem notes that God has also rendered beauty below the sea in the form of coral reefs. Coral reefs are described as precious havens that sustain endless diversity of life and replace what has been taken by humans. Without coral reefs, the ocean would be barren.
Martin County Florida, Artificial Reef ProgramCindy Sullivan
The Martin County Artificial Reef Program aims to restore lost marine habitats and resources through the construction of various artificial reefs. Artificial reefs are constructed using materials like recycled concrete, bridge pilings, ships, and specialized engineered structures. These reefs provide hard substrate and shelter to attract fish and invertebrates. The program also includes monitoring of reef sites, education initiatives, and community involvement to support marine life and local fisheries. The goal is to enhance the environment while fueling sustainable economic and recreational opportunities.
The purpose of this research work is to study the hydrodynamic characteristics of a new type of artificial reef structure, in order to provide a structure with low flow resistance, which will be a more suitable shelter for fishes and marine organisms. The idea of the new artificial reef is based on the streamlined bicycle helmet design concept. The hydrodynamic characteristics of the helmet and hollow cube artificial reefs (ARs) of the same volume have been studied at different water depths and wave frequencies of Malaysia seas using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) method. The finite volume RANSE code Ansys CFX was used for calculating the reefs drag force (FD) and flow characteristics, while the potential flow code Ansys Aqwa was used for calculating the reefs inertia force (FI). The Shear Stress Transport (SST) turbulence model was used in the RANSE code. The results of the two ARs were then compared for studying the hydrodynamic improvement due to the use of streamlined helmet artificial reef on the flow pattern around it. The streamlined body of the helmet artificial reef enhances the flow pattern at the aft region of the reef and provides flow zones with moderate flow speed at this area, which can help fishes and marine organisms from finding good shelter. The special shape of the different openings in the body of the helmet artificial reef improves the condition of the flow velocity distribution inside the unit than that of the hollow cube unit, which can increase the amount of the nutrient to the living fishes and organisms inside the reef.
Martin County, Florida Artificial Reef with slides about Fundraising, Fishing Tournament, THE WICKSTRON SHIP SINKING, HBOI Towers named BARATTA and DEBBIE SCHMIDT and the future reef called "Big Al".
Thank you Dave Powell for all your work on the presentation!
[1] The Tyre Marine Management Area (TyMMA) pilot project in Tyre, Lebanon aims to establish a marine protected area and artificial reef project to address conflicts between traditional and tourism users, resource degradation, and economic and security issues.
[2] The goals of the TyMMA include co-existence between users with minimal conflict, supporting the local economy and culture, increasing fish stocks, achieving self-sustainability, and gaining international recognition.
[3] A marine protected area is an area dedicated to protecting biodiversity and natural/cultural resources. The TyMMA proposes establishing no-take zones, fishing priority areas, and multiple use areas to balance conservation and sustainable use.
The document discusses an artificial reef project in Tyre, Lebanon. The project aims to promote sustainable development in fisheries and tourism by establishing a marine protected area and artificial reef. It outlines the background of conflicts over marine resources that motivated the project. It then details the objectives, participatory process, financial arrangements, management structure, goals, threats, zoning plans, and guidelines for artificial reef development and monitoring to balance multiple uses and protect the environment.
Coral reefs occupy less than 0.1% of the ocean but are home to 25% of marine species. They are found in shallow, tropical waters between 21-29°C. The majority are located in the Indo-Pacific region. Coral reefs take thousands to millions of years to form and have a complex structure that provides habitat for many organisms. However, they are severely threatened by both natural disturbances like hurricanes and bleaching as well as numerous human activities such as pollution, development, and overfishing. Urgent action is needed to protect these fragile yet vital ecosystems.
This document provides a summary of fundraising rounds for AI and data startups in Europe in 2016. Some key findings include:
- Over 270 startups raised $774 million in 2016, up from $583 million in 2015.
- The average funding round was $3.7 million.
- France and the UK led fundraising totals, with 108 startups in the UK raising $188 million and 37 startups in France raising $118 million.
- Early stage investments boomed, with $215 million invested in 170 early stage startups.
- In 2016, focus shifted from marketing applications to technologies using natural language processing, speech recognition and other AI techniques, as well as applications in healthcare, agriculture and other industries
AI and Machine Learning Demystified by Carol Smith at Midwest UX 2017Carol Smith
What is machine learning? Is UX relevant in the age of artificial intelligence (AI)? How can I take advantage of cognitive computing? Get answers to these questions and learn about the implications for your work in this session. Carol will help you understand at a basic level how these systems are built and what is required to get insights from them. Carol will present examples of how machine learning is already being used and explore the ethical challenges inherent in creating AI. You will walk away with an awareness of the weaknesses of AI and the knowledge of how these systems work.
The document discusses depths that can be reached in the ocean. It notes that the deepest dive by a mammal was over 2,000 meters by a sperm whale. The deepest point in the ocean is in the Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean, which has been measured to be over 10,000 meters deep. In 1960, two men piloted a bathyscaphe to a depth of over 10,000 meters in the Mariana Trench, which remains the deepest manned ocean descent.
The document summarizes research on the trawl fishery of juvenile fishes in Karnataka, India and its impact on fish stocks. It finds that trawling catches significant quantities of juvenile fish, especially Nemipterus mesoprion and threadfin breams. An estimated 27.8% of the total trawl catch at main landing centers in Karnataka consists of low-value fish and juveniles. Catches of juvenile groupers, seerfishes, and Epinephelus diacanthus were especially high. The study estimates that reducing juvenile fishing could increase fish yields by 7-20% and revenues by 23-29% for important commercial species. It recommends using spatial and temporal catch data
Fishing Crafts in Chairman Ghat, Noakhali, Bangladesh.AsrafurTalha1
This document describes the different types of fishing crafts used in Chairman Ghat, Noakhali, Bangladesh. It outlines both mechanized boats like trawlers, fishing boats, and chandi boats as well as non-mechanized boats like dingi boats and taba boats. For each major craft, details are provided on its dimensions, construction materials, carrying capacity, crew size, engine type, fishing gear used, operating costs, catch capacity, and other specifications. In total, over 15 different local fishing crafts are defined in the document.
The document discusses the Coral Sea off the coast of Queensland, Australia. It notes that the Coral Sea was the site of an important World War 2 battle and is home to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the most famous coral reefs in the world. The Great Barrier Reef contains over 400 species of coral, 500 types of seaweed, and 150 fish species, spans over 344,400 square kilometers, and depths ranging from 30 to 2,000 meters. Swimmers should be cautious of man-eating sharks and other dangerous sea animals that inhabit the area.
Coracles are dominant fishing craft in South Indian reservoirs. They are made of a large, circular basket with low sides and a hide covering. Fishermen use gill nets, shore seines and longlines from coracles. Catamarans, made of 3-5 logs tied together, are used in pairs for boat seines and individually for longlines and cast nets. Common inland fishing gears include cast nets, gill nets, seines, lift nets, drag nets, hooks and lines, and traps. Trawlers have been tried experimentally in some Indian reservoirs.
Managing tropical trawl fisheries Development of the APFIC regional guidelinesSimon Funge-Smith
- Trawling has a long history in Asia dating back to the early 20th century and expanded rapidly starting in the 1970s. There are now an estimated 83,000 trawl vessels operating in the tropical Asia-Pacific region.
- Trawling accounts for 25-52% of total marine catches in countries with significant tropical trawling and is one of the main reasons the Asia-Pacific region is the world's largest producer of fish.
- However, many tropical trawl fisheries are now overfished or fully fished and ecological issues have arisen from overfishing, bycatch, and damage to habitats from trawling. New regional guidelines were developed to help manage these fisheries sustainably
This document provides an overview of various fishing gears and methods. It begins with an outline of the course topics, which include the study and classification of fishing gears and crafts. It then describes different gear types such as beam trawling, demersal otter trawling, dredging, drift nets, fish attraction devices, gill/fixed nets, handlines, jigging, longlining, pelagic trawling, pole and line fishing, and pots. For each gear type, it explains how it is used to target particular species. The document provides a comprehensive reference for different fishing techniques around the world.
- Square mesh codends can help reduce bycatch compared to traditional diamond mesh codends. Square mesh retains its shape as the codend fills, leaving openings for small fish to escape. Studies show square mesh codends of 55-60mm reduced bycatch by 22-33% and juveniles by up to 95% compared to 100mm diamond mesh.
- Another bycatch reduction method is using a square mesh window in the top of the codend or trawl body. As fish pass through the trawl they orient towards the device and can escape through the square openings.
- Bycatch reduction devices like Dan Watson's design of escape rings fitted along trawl nets can also make trawling more sustainable by allowing non
Dhamra Port Towards Creating A Sustainable EnvironmentJohn_SM
The document discusses conservation efforts around the Olive Ridley sea turtles in relation to the construction of the Dhamra Port in Odisha, India. It outlines the port's mitigation measures to reduce impacts on turtles from dredging and artificial lighting. These include turtle deflectors on dredging equipment, lighting designs that don't disorient turtles, and a turtle observer program during dredging. It also discusses the port's initiatives to educate local communities and address other threats to turtles like accidental capture in fishing nets.
The document summarizes Martin County's artificial reef program, which began in 1972 and has since constructed 61 reefs. It describes several of the named reef sites, honoring retired members of the Stuart Sailfish Club who advocated for artificial reefs. These include reefs named for Bill Donaldson, Captain Al Sirotkin, and Dr. Edgar Ernst. It provides details on recent reef projects, including the deployment of vessels to expand reef sites further offshore. Funding comes from activities like an annual fishing tournament and selling naming rights to existing and future reef sites.
A photographer named Sarah Barber runs a website called billiejeanisnotmylover.com. The website appears to be a photography portfolio for Sarah Barber and possibly others who take photos. Very little other information is provided in the short document.
The document discusses artificial reefs and Martin County's artificial reef program. It describes the purposes of artificial reefs which include increasing habitat for marine organisms and decreasing stress on natural reefs. It also outlines the types of artificial reef materials and reef designs used, including individual units, rubble mounds, and recycled materials. Finally, it provides details on Martin County's past and planned artificial reef projects in partnership with other organizations.
The poem celebrates the beauty of the ocean and sea life. It describes the majesty of sailing the seas and fishing in calm waters. While the beauty above the sea is appreciated, the poem notes that God has also rendered beauty below the sea in the form of coral reefs. Coral reefs are described as precious havens that sustain endless diversity of life and replace what has been taken by humans. Without coral reefs, the ocean would be barren.
Martin County Florida, Artificial Reef ProgramCindy Sullivan
The Martin County Artificial Reef Program aims to restore lost marine habitats and resources through the construction of various artificial reefs. Artificial reefs are constructed using materials like recycled concrete, bridge pilings, ships, and specialized engineered structures. These reefs provide hard substrate and shelter to attract fish and invertebrates. The program also includes monitoring of reef sites, education initiatives, and community involvement to support marine life and local fisheries. The goal is to enhance the environment while fueling sustainable economic and recreational opportunities.
The purpose of this research work is to study the hydrodynamic characteristics of a new type of artificial reef structure, in order to provide a structure with low flow resistance, which will be a more suitable shelter for fishes and marine organisms. The idea of the new artificial reef is based on the streamlined bicycle helmet design concept. The hydrodynamic characteristics of the helmet and hollow cube artificial reefs (ARs) of the same volume have been studied at different water depths and wave frequencies of Malaysia seas using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) method. The finite volume RANSE code Ansys CFX was used for calculating the reefs drag force (FD) and flow characteristics, while the potential flow code Ansys Aqwa was used for calculating the reefs inertia force (FI). The Shear Stress Transport (SST) turbulence model was used in the RANSE code. The results of the two ARs were then compared for studying the hydrodynamic improvement due to the use of streamlined helmet artificial reef on the flow pattern around it. The streamlined body of the helmet artificial reef enhances the flow pattern at the aft region of the reef and provides flow zones with moderate flow speed at this area, which can help fishes and marine organisms from finding good shelter. The special shape of the different openings in the body of the helmet artificial reef improves the condition of the flow velocity distribution inside the unit than that of the hollow cube unit, which can increase the amount of the nutrient to the living fishes and organisms inside the reef.
Martin County, Florida Artificial Reef with slides about Fundraising, Fishing Tournament, THE WICKSTRON SHIP SINKING, HBOI Towers named BARATTA and DEBBIE SCHMIDT and the future reef called "Big Al".
Thank you Dave Powell for all your work on the presentation!
[1] The Tyre Marine Management Area (TyMMA) pilot project in Tyre, Lebanon aims to establish a marine protected area and artificial reef project to address conflicts between traditional and tourism users, resource degradation, and economic and security issues.
[2] The goals of the TyMMA include co-existence between users with minimal conflict, supporting the local economy and culture, increasing fish stocks, achieving self-sustainability, and gaining international recognition.
[3] A marine protected area is an area dedicated to protecting biodiversity and natural/cultural resources. The TyMMA proposes establishing no-take zones, fishing priority areas, and multiple use areas to balance conservation and sustainable use.
The document discusses an artificial reef project in Tyre, Lebanon. The project aims to promote sustainable development in fisheries and tourism by establishing a marine protected area and artificial reef. It outlines the background of conflicts over marine resources that motivated the project. It then details the objectives, participatory process, financial arrangements, management structure, goals, threats, zoning plans, and guidelines for artificial reef development and monitoring to balance multiple uses and protect the environment.
Coral reefs occupy less than 0.1% of the ocean but are home to 25% of marine species. They are found in shallow, tropical waters between 21-29°C. The majority are located in the Indo-Pacific region. Coral reefs take thousands to millions of years to form and have a complex structure that provides habitat for many organisms. However, they are severely threatened by both natural disturbances like hurricanes and bleaching as well as numerous human activities such as pollution, development, and overfishing. Urgent action is needed to protect these fragile yet vital ecosystems.
This document provides a summary of fundraising rounds for AI and data startups in Europe in 2016. Some key findings include:
- Over 270 startups raised $774 million in 2016, up from $583 million in 2015.
- The average funding round was $3.7 million.
- France and the UK led fundraising totals, with 108 startups in the UK raising $188 million and 37 startups in France raising $118 million.
- Early stage investments boomed, with $215 million invested in 170 early stage startups.
- In 2016, focus shifted from marketing applications to technologies using natural language processing, speech recognition and other AI techniques, as well as applications in healthcare, agriculture and other industries
AI and Machine Learning Demystified by Carol Smith at Midwest UX 2017Carol Smith
What is machine learning? Is UX relevant in the age of artificial intelligence (AI)? How can I take advantage of cognitive computing? Get answers to these questions and learn about the implications for your work in this session. Carol will help you understand at a basic level how these systems are built and what is required to get insights from them. Carol will present examples of how machine learning is already being used and explore the ethical challenges inherent in creating AI. You will walk away with an awareness of the weaknesses of AI and the knowledge of how these systems work.
The document discusses depths that can be reached in the ocean. It notes that the deepest dive by a mammal was over 2,000 meters by a sperm whale. The deepest point in the ocean is in the Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean, which has been measured to be over 10,000 meters deep. In 1960, two men piloted a bathyscaphe to a depth of over 10,000 meters in the Mariana Trench, which remains the deepest manned ocean descent.
The document discusses depths that can be reached in the ocean. It notes that the deepest dive by a mammal was over 2,000 meters by a sperm whale. The deepest point in the ocean is in the Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean, which has been measured to be over 10,000 meters deep. In 1960, two men piloted a bathyscaphe to a depth of over 10,000 meters in the Mariana Trench, which is considered the deepest point on Earth.
Sarah Culver documented various geological features around California's central coast for a field assignment. She observed Morro Rock, a volcanic plug near San Luis Obispo that formed 23 million years ago. She also studied sea otters in Morro Bay and how they evolved adaptations for both land and water over millions of years. Additionally, she identified and analyzed samples of oolitic limestone from Montaña De Oro State Park, pillow basalt from Port San Luis Harbor, and sedimentary rocks containing silica and sandstone. Culver demonstrated principles of relative dating by examining examples of the principle of inclusions near Highway 1 and an angular unconformity at Montaña De Oro.
The document summarizes a week-long whale research program for students who are blind or visually impaired, run by Lynn Kent and the Whale Research Lab at the University of Victoria. Three students from across Canada participated in activities like boating, collecting samples in the field, and learning whale science. They gained an understanding of whale research and confidence as marine scientists. Students worked collaboratively on a case study and presentation, and additional learning included beach walks, kayaking, and fishing to explore coastal ecology. The program aimed to provide accessible scientific opportunities and change perceptions of blindness.
The document discusses plans to create artificial reefs off the coast of Cyprus through sinking ships. It describes surveys that will be conducted of proposed sink sites and consultation with stakeholders. The objective is to create habitat and restore biodiversity through this process, not for harvesting purposes. Several artificial reef projects have already been completed off the coasts of Limassol and Protaras, including sinking the Liberty, a Russian cargo vessel, to create Cyprus' first artificial reef.
Benjamin Franklin published a map of the Gulf Stream in the 1700s based on fishermen's and merchants' experiences, in an effort to speed up mail delivery across the Atlantic Ocean when he was the first Postmaster General of the United States. The first global oceanographic cruise for scientific study was made by the British ship HMS Challenger between 1872-1876. This expedition circumnavigated the world, took over 360 ocean depth measurements, collected thousands of biological and sediment samples, and identified over 4,700 new species. Modern techniques for studying the ocean include tools like satellites that map ocean features, sonar for seafloor mapping, and submersibles that can investigate the deepest ocean trenches.
Produced for #WorldOceansDay 2018 to recognise different perspectives on the oceans by the International Association for the Study of the Commons (IASC) and the Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI)
Students working with marine scientists in Florida documented the first known case of farmed Atlantic-Caribbean staghorn coral reproducing naturally. Small fragments of staghorn coral were planted in a nursery in 2006 and then transplanted to Molasses Reef in 2007, where they had grown to about two feet in diameter. Last weekend, students authenticated and collected gametes broadcast from the farmed coral, which will be used for laboratory fertilization projects with the aim of eventually transplanting offspring to help rebuild threatened coral reefs. This shows that cultured coral can survive and reach sexual maturity to naturally aid in restoration efforts.
People are well aware of the existence and relevance of coral reefs that occur in tropical seas. They are well known for their structural beauty but also because the reefs they form are generally the home of abundant, diverse and colorful communities of fishes and invertebrates.
But corals are not restricted to the shallow waters of tropical seas
Ocean voyages of a coastal research vesselDonald Mccann
This document summarizes the voyages and research conducted aboard the RV Cape Henlopen, a 120-foot research vessel owned by the University of Delaware. The RV Cape Henlopen conducted geological, biological, chemical, physical, atmospheric, and other types of oceanographic research between Maine and Florida, Bermuda, and the Bahamas from 1976 to 2010. Some of the research highlighted included collecting water and sediment samples, deploying and retrieving moorings, studying blue sharks and swordfish, surveying hazards for drill rigs, and monitoring a site for industrial dumping. In 2010, the RV Cape Henlopen was retired and replaced by the RV Hugh R Sharp.
Here are potential responses to the questions:
1. Cynobacteria is found in the top layer of blue holes because it is anaerobic and can survive without oxygen. The conditions in the top layer of blue holes with no light and low oxygen suit cyanobacteria.
2. Organisms at the bottom of blue holes might be adapted to high pressure, no light, anaerobic conditions. They could rely on chemosynthesis rather than photosynthesis and be able to withstand very low oxygen levels.
3. Stalactites are hanging formations that grow downwards from the ceilings of caves, formed by mineral deposition. Stalagmites are upward projections from cave floors, formed in the same way.
Andy Ioannou Varoshiotis
President CDCA
Thank you for your presentation on the Cyprus Diving Industry and the work of the Cyprus Dive Center Association.
Andy Ioannou Varoshiotis
President CDCA
Thank you for your presentation on the Cyprus Diving Industry and the work of the Cyprus Dive Center Association.
Teeming with an astonishing variety and abundance of marine life, the Atlantic Coast's canyons and seamounts are ocean oases. (See http://www.nrdc.org/oceans/canyons/default.asp for more information.)
I do not have enough context to answer those specific questions. The document provides information about blue holes in the Bahamas and fossils found in some blue holes, but does not contain answers to the questions you listed.
The document describes a diving and sailing trip through Thailand from April 24th to May 7th 2009. The trip includes sightseeing in Bangkok, 7 dive sites in Thailand, and diving from the luxury sailing vessel S/Y Siren. The S/Y Siren is a traditional Indonesian sailing vessel customized for diving with luxury cabins, facilities for underwater photographers, and safety features. The itinerary provides details on the 13 day trip including locations, planned dives and activities each day.
The document describes a trip taken by the author and a group to visit the Grand Canyon. They drove from Las Vegas to Williams, Arizona in order to hike trails in the Grand Canyon, one of the natural wonders of the world. On their hike down the Bright Angel Trail, they observed steep cliffs and a river at the bottom. They hiked down for a few miles before turning back, knowing they would have to hike back up. The Grand Canyon is 277 miles long and over a mile deep at its deepest point. Hiking to the bottom and back up takes two days. Animals and plants in the canyon have adapted to the arid climate with shallow roots and ability to find water. The canyon formed through erosion over millions of
The document summarizes the work of photojournalist Cheryl-Samantha Owen who has been diving and documenting reefs along East Africa's Swahili Coast. Some of the most vulnerable and overfished reefs in Africa, scientists have made important discoveries about how to strengthen their resilience to climate change. The photographs show researchers measuring coral size in Kenya, a fisherman catching coral grouper, acropora coral spotted in Aldabra Atoll, and scientists monitoring whale sharks in the Gulf of Tadjoura to better conserve the species.
This document provides information on four mysterious creatures:
1) The Hook Island Sea Monster, a 70-foot sea creature resembling a giant tadpole that was sighted off Hook Island in 1964. Evidence for and against it being real is examined.
2) The Loch Ness Monster, whose modern legend began in 1933 when local newspapers reported sightings of an enormous creature in Loch Ness. Interest grew after additional reported sightings.
3) Racetrack Playa in California, known for mysterious sliding rocks that have baffled scientists due to how they move across the dry lake bed without human or animal help.
4) The Giant Squid, still considered a deep mystery as live specimens are
The document summarizes Martin County's artificial reef program, which began in 1972 and has since constructed 61 reefs. It describes several "Reeftirees" who were influential in establishing and supporting the reef program. Key aspects of the program include an annual fishing tournament to raise funds and selling naming rights to existing and future reefs to help pay for deployment. Recent projects discussed include deploying six new reefs in 2008 and the donation and deployment of a 69-foot tugboat named the "Big Al" as the Glasrud Reef in 2009.
Martin County, Florida has had an active artificial reef program since the 1970s. The program began with deploying tires and other materials and has since expanded to deploying vessels, bridges, and concrete structures. Local organizations like the Martin County Anglers Club and volunteers have been instrumental in funding and coordinating reef deployments. Over 100 artificial reefs have been created through this program to enhance recreational fishing and tourism.
Martin County has deployed numerous artificial reefs between 2000 and 2007 using a variety of materials. These reefs were placed at various depths and locations off the coast of Martin County to create new marine habitats and increase fish populations. Over 30 new reefs were created which are showing increased benthic growth and attracting a wide variety of fish species. The reefs demonstrate success in enhancing the local marine environment.
The document discusses Martin County's Artificial Reef Program and their goal of obtaining vessels and materials to create artificial reefs off the coast of Martin County, Florida. It provides details on recent deployments in January 2003 and August 2009, which added 1,500 tons of material across three new reef sites between 187 feet deep. Photos show progress and results of the deployments, including underwater images of the artificial structures providing new habitat on the ocean floor.
Martin County, Florida is located between Orlando and Miami.
The distance from the St. Lucie Inlet is shown for each reef as well as the Latitude and Longitude.
The six South County Reefs were deployed 2008.
More information is on our Reef website: www.MartinReefs.com
The document discusses Martin County's Artificial Reef Program and their goal of creating artificial reefs in deep offshore waters to improve recreational fishing, the marine environment, and tourism. It provides details on several reef deployments that have occurred, including a 168-foot steel freighter deployed in 2003 and obsolete Navy towers deployed in 2008. Funding for future reef projects comes from an annual fishing tournament and the sale of naming rights to existing and future reefs.
The document summarizes information about the USS Rankin, a ship that served from 1945 to 1977 and was later sunk to create an artificial reef off the coast of Martin County, Florida. It provides details on dive videos of the wreck taken in 2003 and 2005, and notes that the ship's designer, Charles Petzold, was present for the ship's sinking in 1988. It concludes by thanking veterans and stating that the USS Rankin now serves as a reef for Martin County.
After almost 44 years of service, the U.S.S. RANKIN is celebrating its 20 anniversary as an artificial reef off the coast of Stuart, Florida.
Over 60 veterans who served aboard the U.S.S. RANKIN will be in Stuart the first week of November 2008 to pay tribute to the ship at its final resting place.
Some of the former crew members live here on the Treasure Coast.
For more about the U.S.S. RANKIN please visit:
www.ussrankin.org
Microbial characterisation and identification, and potability of River Kuywa ...Open Access Research Paper
Water contamination is one of the major causes of water borne diseases worldwide. In Kenya, approximately 43% of people lack access to potable water due to human contamination. River Kuywa water is currently experiencing contamination due to human activities. Its water is widely used for domestic, agricultural, industrial and recreational purposes. This study aimed at characterizing bacteria and fungi in river Kuywa water. Water samples were randomly collected from four sites of the river: site A (Matisi), site B (Ngwelo), site C (Nzoia water pump) and site D (Chalicha), during the dry season (January-March 2018) and wet season (April-July 2018) and were transported to Maseno University Microbiology and plant pathology laboratory for analysis. The characterization and identification of bacteria and fungi were carried out using standard microbiological techniques. Nine bacterial genera and three fungi were identified from Kuywa river water. Clostridium spp., Staphylococcus spp., Enterobacter spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Klebsiella spp., Shigella spp., Proteus spp. and Salmonella spp. Fungi were Fusarium oxysporum, Aspergillus flavus complex and Penicillium species. Wet season recorded highest bacterial and fungal counts (6.61-7.66 and 3.83-6.75cfu/ml) respectively. The results indicated that the river Kuywa water is polluted and therefore unsafe for human consumption before treatment. It is therefore recommended that the communities to ensure that they boil water especially for drinking.
different Modes of Insect Plant InteractionArchita Das
different modes of interaction between insects and plants including mutualism, commensalism, antagonism, Pairwise and diffuse coevolution, Plant defenses, how coevolution started
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
Epcon is One of the World's leading Manufacturing Companies.EpconLP
Epcon is One of the World's leading Manufacturing Companies. With over 4000 installations worldwide, EPCON has been pioneering new techniques since 1977 that have become industry standards now. Founded in 1977, Epcon has grown from a one-man operation to a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative air pollution control technology and industrial heating equipment.
Optimizing Post Remediation Groundwater Performance with Enhanced Microbiolog...Joshua Orris
Results of geophysics and pneumatic injection pilot tests during 2003 – 2007 yielded significant positive results for injection delivery design and contaminant mass treatment, resulting in permanent shut-down of an existing groundwater Pump & Treat system.
Accessible source areas were subsequently removed (2011) by soil excavation and treated with the placement of Emulsified Vegetable Oil EVO and zero-valent iron ZVI to accelerate treatment of impacted groundwater in overburden and weathered fractured bedrock. Post pilot test and post remediation groundwater monitoring has included analyses of CVOCs, organic fatty acids, dissolved gases and QuantArray® -Chlor to quantify key microorganisms (e.g., Dehalococcoides, Dehalobacter, etc.) and functional genes (e.g., vinyl chloride reductase, methane monooxygenase, etc.) to assess potential for reductive dechlorination and aerobic cometabolism of CVOCs.
In 2022, the first commercial application of MetaArray™ was performed at the site. MetaArray™ utilizes statistical analysis, such as principal component analysis and multivariate analysis to provide evidence that reductive dechlorination is active or even that it is slowing. This creates actionable data allowing users to save money by making important site management decisions earlier.
The results of the MetaArray™ analysis’ support vector machine (SVM) identified groundwater monitoring wells with a 80% confidence that were characterized as either Limited for Reductive Decholorination or had a High Reductive Reduction Dechlorination potential. The results of MetaArray™ will be used to further optimize the site’s post remediation monitoring program for monitored natural attenuation.
Evolving Lifecycles with High Resolution Site Characterization (HRSC) and 3-D...Joshua Orris
The incorporation of a 3DCSM and completion of HRSC provided a tool for enhanced, data-driven, decisions to support a change in remediation closure strategies. Currently, an approved pilot study has been obtained to shut-down the remediation systems (ISCO, P&T) and conduct a hydraulic study under non-pumping conditions. A separate micro-biological bench scale treatability study was competed that yielded positive results for an emerging innovative technology. As a result, a field pilot study has commenced with results expected in nine-twelve months. With the results of the hydraulic study, field pilot studies and an updated risk assessment leading site monitoring optimization cost lifecycle savings upwards of $15MM towards an alternatively evolved best available technology remediation closure strategy.
Climate Change All over the World .pptxsairaanwer024
Climate change refers to significant and lasting changes in the average weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It encompasses both global warming driven by human emissions of greenhouse gases and the resulting large-scale shifts in weather patterns. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly since the Industrial Revolution, have accelerated its pace and intensity
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ENVIRONMENT~ Renewable Energy Sources and their future prospects.tiwarimanvi3129
This presentation is for us to know that how our Environment need Attention for protection of our natural resources which are depleted day by day that's why we need to take time and shift our attention to renewable energy sources instead of non-renewable sources which are better and Eco-friendly for our environment. these renewable energy sources are so helpful for our planet and for every living organism which depends on environment.
Top 8 Strategies for Effective Sustainable Waste Management.pdfJhon Wick
Discover top strategies for effective sustainable waste management, including product removal and product destruction. Learn how to reduce, reuse, recycle, compost, implement waste segregation, and explore innovative technologies for a greener future.
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2015 Kerry Dillon Oculina Coral
1. Prior to beginning a NOAA Funded Technical Diving
Research Mission on these Marine Protected Areas:
Oculina Bank
Steamboat Lumps and
Madison /Swanson Preserve
Technical divers from many agencies and companies
gathered to practice their techniques and learn proper
usage of new high definition cameras, scooters, dive
computers, sonar units and other equipment in the
clear ocean waters off Key Largo, Florida
9. Ship Captain, Crew and Support Divers from
United Space Alliance, LLC. under contract with
NASA Space Shuttle Booster Recovery Team
“ Freedom Star ”
18. Oculina varicosa
A slow–growing, delicate, and branchlike coral that is often associated
with high biodiversity and whose thickets provide ideal spawning sites
for numerous species of reef–dwelling fish, including economically
important species such as groupers and snappers
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23. Reefball with attached Oculina.
The orange float is for relocation
with the ship’s ecosounder.
56. A Closing Note
At an early age, Recreational Diving allowed me the
youthful chance to discover the ocean’s many wonders
beneath the waves. Commercial Diving has given me
the opportunity to make an exciting, rewarding career of
diving adventures from what once was a hobby.
Technical Diving has taught me the required techniques
and opened new aquatic avenues to further explore the
underwater world safely. Regardless of which type of
diving we choose, it’s all about being underwater and
exploring. So far there is nothing in cyberspace that can
compare. Thanks for your time today and . . .
“ Lets Go Diving ”
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59. Larry Collins, Dive Operations Director
United Space Alliance (NASA space shuttle dive team)
Larry and his great dive team created the safest environment for the technical divers in challenging
conditions during the Oculina and Madison Swanson Preserves deep diving projects down to 300’ deep.
Without their topside support these projects could not have occurred.
Caption James Kirk, and crews of both the “Freedom Star” & “Liberty Star”
NASA owned ships utilized as our support vessels used for the
technical deep diving research missions discussed in this presentation.
Their professional topside support was invaluable for these missions.
Grant Gilmore PhD, Senior Scientist & Acclaimed Ichthyologist
Estuarine, Coastal & Ocean Science, Inc. & Harbor Branch Foundation
John Reed, M.Sc. Principle Investigator & Research Professor
Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institution
Chris Koenig, PhD, Felicia Coleman, PhD, & Sandra Brooke, PhD
Florida State University Coleman/Koenig Coastal & Marine Laboratory
Michael Barnett, Technical Diver / Scientist/Underwater Photographer
National Oceanographic & Atmospheric Administration
Jon Dodril, Keith Mille and Bill Horn, “THE MIGHTY THREE”
State of Florida, FFWCC Artificial Reef Program