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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.
The Galapagos Science Center hosts the World Summit on Island Sustainability to ensure healthy island ecosystems for future generations
The World Summit on Island Sustainability was held to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Galapagos Science Center (GSC).
Workforce dynamics in the Galápagos Islands: How agricultural empowerment can aid conservation
The Galapagos Islands are unique beyond their natural components. Human populations on the islands are the most important authority in the conservation and management of this fragile place. Only 3% of the entire archipelago has been designated for settlements and agriculture.
SCIENTIFIC ARTICLES
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.
Health status of the red-billed tropicbird (Phaethon aethereus) determined by hematology, biochemistry, blood gases, and physical examination
The baseline data, and reference intervals reported in this paper are essential to detecting changes in the health of this seabird in the future.
Movement and vertical habitat use of yellowfin tuna Thunnus albacares in a vertical compressed habitat: the Galápagos Marine Reserve
Tropical pelagic predators are exploited by fisheries and their movements are influenced by factors including prey availability, temperature, and dissolved oxygen levels.
EVENTS
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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