Thrilled to share that the #MarineSymbiomes group joined the #TMHM Symposium! I spoke on seagrass–sponge interactions, and our postdoc Elena Quintanilla presented on seagrass–clam symbioses #ENGAGE_prin. Great science, people, and discussions—thanks to @memartino.bsky.social & Raquel Peixoto!
🌊🧪 Exciting news from Bacoli! The #ENGAGE_prin project has launched a field experiment to study how the sponge C. nucula 🧽 may help P. oceanica 🌱 seagrass resist nutrient pollution.
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#MarineEcology #Seagrass #Microbiomes #Academicsky #Microsky
Underwater view of the seagrass-sponge association: the vibrant green blades of Posidonia oceanica seagrass interspersed with brown sponges (Chondrilla nucula), showcasing their close physical proximity on the Mediterranean seafloor
👏 Kudos to the #MarineSymbiomes group and all coauthors! 🎉 Thanks to #ENGAGE_prin for supporting this work. 💪 Stay tuned for more updates on our research into marine symbioses! 🌱🌊 #MarineEcology #Symbiosis #MicroSky #SymbioSky 3/3
🌊 Excited to share our new preprint! 🪸🌱 We study an association between the Mediterranean seagrass P. oceanica and the sponge C. nucula, exploring their reciprocal nutritional benefits. Check it out @BioRxiv-Ecology.bsky.social! #ENGAGE_prin #MarineSymbiomes #SymbioSky #MicroSky #MarineEcology
Lucinid clams and Cymodocea nodosa in one of the microcosms
Sampling in the dark
Microcosms in one of the experimental aquaria
Wrapping up final sampling for the #ENGAGE_prin manipulative experiment! 🌊🌱🐚 Plants, lucinid clams, and sediment were exposed to a marine heatwave — it’s time to check how metaorganisms respond alone vs. in association. Incredible teamwork! 💪 Go #MarineSymbiomes! #SymbioSky #MicroSky #MarineEcology
In the #ENGAGE_prin project, we are exploring how species interactions in #seagrass meadows can boost resilience against climate change. Check out our latest experiment at Livorno Aquarium! Follow us here and at marinesymbiomes.eu/engage #MarineScience #MarineSymbiomes
