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Marine Science

Marine Science is a multidisciplinary journal that explores the vast and dynamic oceanic environment and its complex ecosystems. Our Research Topics cover oceanography, marine biology, and ecology, emphasizing the interactions between marine life and their habitats. By advancing our understanding of biodiversity, climate impact, and conservation strategies, we aim to protect aquatic and marine resources and promote sustainable ocean stewardship.

The following Research Topics are led by experts in their field and contribute to the scientific understanding of marine science. These Research topics are published in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Marine Science, as open access articles.

Research Topics

Frontiers' Research Topics are peer-reviewed article collections around cutting-edge research themes.
Learn more about how Research topics work.

Cod fishes floating in aquarium, Alesund, Norway.

Understanding Interaction Among Diversity, Ecosystem Processes and Ocean & Human Health

The complex relationships among marine biodiversity, ecosystem processes, and the health of both the ocean and humans are of paramount importance.

Coastal erosion - houses built on weak clay soil slide down to the sea in Odessa, Ukraine.

Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Flood Resilience: Opportunities, Challenges, and Adaptation to Climate Change

As the impacts of climate change intensify, coastal regions face increasing risks from sea level rise, stronger storm surges, and more frequent flooding. While traditional engineering solutions such as seawalls...

ship in an antarctic bay

Adaptation and Evolution in Marine Extreme Environments

Extreme environments are defined by their persistent or fluctuating exposure to one or more environmental stressors, including high or low temperatures...

mangroves underwater landscape background / abstract bushes and trees on the water, transparent water nature eco

Towards Safeguarding the Ecosystem Services: Probing the biogeochemical approach for Robust OR proxies in coastal sediments

In the realm of oceanography, Ecosystem Services encapsulate the vast contributions of coastal and estuarine ecosystems to human well-being, spanning environmental stability, climate regulation, water quality...

Cods (Gadus morhua) and saithes (Pollachius virens) fish in the Atlantic Sea Park in Alesund, Norway

Current Research on Fish Otoliths and their Applications

The study of fish otoliths, calcified structures located within the inner ear of fish, has garnered significant attention in the fields of taxonomy and ichthyology due to their

Plastic bottle in the ocean sea water

Strategies for Remediating Marine and Coastal Pollution towards a Sustainable Development

https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/67463/strategies-for-remediating-marine-and-coastal-pollution-towards-a-sustainable-development

Aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia

Occurrence, Impacts, and Interactions of Plastic Pollution in Coral Reef Ecosystems

Tropical coral reef ecosystems are rapidly transitioning to an era of increasing anthropogenic impacts. In particular

Fish farm for breeding sturgeon fry. Concept aquaculture pisciculture, top view.

Alternative Feed Ingredients and their Functional Properties in Aquaculture

With a burgeoning world population, food sectors like aquaculture have a vital role to play in order to meet the increasing nutrition demand.

Shrimp farm with ponds and aerator pump, top view. Bohol, Philippines. The growing aquaculture business continuously threatening the nearby wetlands.

Sustainable Aquaculture: Innovating Aquafeed With Solid-State Fermentation

The global aquaculture industry continues to experience expansive growth, necessitating innovative solutions to ensure sustainability and efficiency in aquafeed production.

Two marine biologist with life jacket working on a boat on the sea in a sunny day

Innovative Approaches to Coastal Zone Monitoring and Geodata Management

Coastal monitoring plays a crucial role in understanding and managing marine environments, impacting aspects ranging from ecology to engineering.

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Global Responses of Marine Ecosystems to Extreme Environmental Changes: Marine and Coastal Environments under Extreme Stress Volume II

Marine and coastal ecosystems form critical junctions where terrestrial, aquatic, and atmospheric systems interact.

A Multi colored sea life Turtle swims in tropical reef sea photography nature

Intelligent Multi-scale Big Data Mapping of Coastal Habitats

Coastal habitats, including mangroves, salt marshes, seagrass beds, and coral reefs, are critical ecosystems that provide a wide range of ecological services.

A crowd of Mediterranean fish in the crystal clear waters of Villasimius, Sardinia, Mediterranean. Underwater photography

Physiological Processes, Disease Progression, Behavior Change and Population Dynamics of Fish in Response to External Environmental Stresses

Fish are integral to maintaining the stability and health of aquatic ecosystems, which provide essential biological resources crucial for sustainable human development. However, a multitude of factors—

River in the Rocky Mountains

Aquatic Environment Changes of Vegetated Regions in Rivers, Marshes, and Coastal Regions

Vegetation is extensively distributed across rivers, marshes, and coastal regions, playing a crucial role in these ecosystems.

Cod fishes floating in aquarium, Alesund, Norway.

Understanding Interaction Among Diversity, Ecosystem Processes and Ocean & Human Health

The complex relationships among marine biodiversity, ecosystem processes, and the health of both the ocean and humans are of paramount importance.

Coastal erosion - houses built on weak clay soil slide down to the sea in Odessa, Ukraine.

Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Flood Resilience: Opportunities, Challenges, and Adaptation to Climate Change

As the impacts of climate change intensify, coastal regions face increasing risks from sea level rise, stronger storm surges, and more frequent flooding. While traditional engineering solutions such as seawalls...

ship in an antarctic bay

Adaptation and Evolution in Marine Extreme Environments

Extreme environments are defined by their persistent or fluctuating exposure to one or more environmental stressors, including high or low temperatures...

mangroves underwater landscape background / abstract bushes and trees on the water, transparent water nature eco

Towards Safeguarding the Ecosystem Services: Probing the biogeochemical approach for Robust OR proxies in coastal sediments

In the realm of oceanography, Ecosystem Services encapsulate the vast contributions of coastal and estuarine ecosystems to human well-being, spanning environmental stability, climate regulation, water quality...

Cods (Gadus morhua) and saithes (Pollachius virens) fish in the Atlantic Sea Park in Alesund, Norway

Current Research on Fish Otoliths and their Applications

The study of fish otoliths, calcified structures located within the inner ear of fish, has garnered significant attention in the fields of taxonomy and ichthyology due to their

Plastic bottle in the ocean sea water

Strategies for Remediating Marine and Coastal Pollution towards a Sustainable Development

https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/67463/strategies-for-remediating-marine-and-coastal-pollution-towards-a-sustainable-development

Aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Australia

Occurrence, Impacts, and Interactions of Plastic Pollution in Coral Reef Ecosystems

Tropical coral reef ecosystems are rapidly transitioning to an era of increasing anthropogenic impacts. In particular

Fish farm for breeding sturgeon fry. Concept aquaculture pisciculture, top view.

Alternative Feed Ingredients and their Functional Properties in Aquaculture

With a burgeoning world population, food sectors like aquaculture have a vital role to play in order to meet the increasing nutrition demand.

Shrimp farm with ponds and aerator pump, top view. Bohol, Philippines. The growing aquaculture business continuously threatening the nearby wetlands.

Sustainable Aquaculture: Innovating Aquafeed With Solid-State Fermentation

The global aquaculture industry continues to experience expansive growth, necessitating innovative solutions to ensure sustainability and efficiency in aquafeed production.

Two marine biologist with life jacket working on a boat on the sea in a sunny day

Innovative Approaches to Coastal Zone Monitoring and Geodata Management

Coastal monitoring plays a crucial role in understanding and managing marine environments, impacting aspects ranging from ecology to engineering.

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

Global Responses of Marine Ecosystems to Extreme Environmental Changes: Marine and Coastal Environments under Extreme Stress Volume II

Marine and coastal ecosystems form critical junctions where terrestrial, aquatic, and atmospheric systems interact.

A Multi colored sea life Turtle swims in tropical reef sea photography nature

Intelligent Multi-scale Big Data Mapping of Coastal Habitats

Coastal habitats, including mangroves, salt marshes, seagrass beds, and coral reefs, are critical ecosystems that provide a wide range of ecological services.

A crowd of Mediterranean fish in the crystal clear waters of Villasimius, Sardinia, Mediterranean. Underwater photography

Physiological Processes, Disease Progression, Behavior Change and Population Dynamics of Fish in Response to External Environmental Stresses

Fish are integral to maintaining the stability and health of aquatic ecosystems, which provide essential biological resources crucial for sustainable human development. However, a multitude of factors—

River in the Rocky Mountains

Aquatic Environment Changes of Vegetated Regions in Rivers, Marshes, and Coastal Regions

Vegetation is extensively distributed across rivers, marshes, and coastal regions, playing a crucial role in these ecosystems.