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The study shows that fish larvae in the wild already contain microplastics immediately after hatching, even before they start feeding.

With the first edition of Industry Open Day, CIIMAR reinforces its role as an interface between scientific research and the business world.

CIIMAR is launching another edition of the Blue Young Talent programme.

This visit strengthens the institutional link between CIIMAR and CCDR-N, underlining the importance of marine science and innovation as a driver of regional development.

CIIMAR helped organise the 1st Ocean Research Forum, held on 13 March at the University of Aveiro’s Rectorate, which brought together various national research units to discuss the priorities for marine science in Portugal over the coming decade.

CIIMAR is part of the Atlântida II strategic project, which aims to implement the North Atlantic Coastal Observatory of Portugal funded with around €3 million.