Research Keyword: coastal ecology

Methods Using Marine Aquatic Photoautotrophs along the Qatari Coastline to Remediate Oil and Gas Industrial Water

This review examines how marine plants and algae along Qatar’s coast can help clean up pollution from oil and gas industries. Plants like mangroves, seagrasses, and seaweeds work together with beneficial bacteria to remove heavy metals and break down petroleum pollutants in seawater. Using these natural organisms as biological filters could be an effective and sustainable way to protect coastal marine environments while being economically beneficial through biotechnology applications.

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Insights into Persian Gulf Beach Sand Mycobiomes: Promises and Challenges in Fungal Diversity

Researchers studied fungi living in sand and water along Persian Gulf beaches to understand potential health risks for swimmers. They found that fungal species, particularly Aspergillus terreus, were abundant in beach sand, with some fungi showing resistance to common antifungal medicines. The study suggests beaches need better monitoring and sanitation practices to protect public health, especially during busy bathing seasons when many visitors enjoy the coast.

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The Functional Role of Fungi and Bacteria in Sulfur Cycling During Kelp (Ecklonia Radiata) Degradation: Unconventional Use of PiCrust2

When kelp washes up on beaches, microscopic fungi and bacteria work together to break it down and recycle its nutrients back into the ocean. This study shows that fungi play a much bigger role in this process than previously thought, especially in cycling sulfur compounds that affect climate. By understanding these microbial partnerships, scientists can better predict how coastal ecosystems respond to changes in seaweed production.

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