Gaia Blu in the Mediterranean: New research on island ecosystems and communities

In 2025, the CNR oceanographic vessel will continue a series of campaigns in the Mediterranean Sea dedicated to the study of coastal and deep-sea environments. The expected results will contribute to the protection of biodiversity and the development of planning tools that will also be useful for smaller islands, from marine resource management to climate adaptation measures. Continued…

Extreme weather events: ANCIM calls for structural interventions

In a statement released on September 10, the National Association of Minor Island Municipalities expressed solidarity with the local administrations and residents affected by new storms. For ANCIM, the frequency and intensity of these events require a change of pace: planning, prevention, and infrastructure investments to strengthen the resilience of the smaller islands, transcending the emergency approach. Continue reading: Statement…

Pianosa, a sustainability laboratory in the heart of the Tuscan Archipelago

Since June 2023, Pianosa has been no longer just an island of rare natural beauty, but also an outpost of national and international scientific research. The Pianosa Research Base (BRP-CNR) was inaugurated, housed in the former Carabinieri barracks, now transformed into a study and reception center for researchers, students, and volunteers. Inside…