With conventional plastics posing a great threat to marine organisms, and potentially also to
humans, bio-based, biodegradable plastics are being offered as an ecological solution by …

Aim Topographic complexity is widely accepted as a key driver of biodiversity, but at the
patch‐scale, complexity–biodiversity relationships may vary spatially and temporally …

Baseline port monitoring for fouling communities is an essential tool to assess non-
indigenous species (NIS) introduction and spread, but a standardized and coordinated …

Abstract The Galápagos Islands are recognized for their unique biota and are one of the
world's largest marine protected areas. While invasions by non-indigenous species are …

Aquatic invasive species (AIS) represent a significant threat to aquatic ecosystems, and
early detection is a crucial step in mitigating risks of establishment and spread. In this study …

Marinas contribute to the degradation of coastal ecosystems, constitute non-indigenous
species (NIS) hotspots and function as step**stones in invasion processes. These often …

The recreational boating sector is a major vector for the introduction of non-indigenous
species (NIS) via biofouling. Despite applying control measures to prevent the growth of …

Marinas are a gateway for the introduction and establishment of non-indigenous species
(NIS). In these habitats, competition and predation are crucial determinants for NIS …

Global warming is increasing the frequency, duration and intensity of extreme events such
as marine heat waves (MHWs). The effects of MHWs include a variety of negative …

Invasive alien species (IAS) are currently considered one of the greatest threats to global
marine ecosystems. Thus, ships and maritime activity have been identified as the main …