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Chris D. Clark - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Satellite remote sensing for Marine Pollution investigations
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 1993Co-Authors: Chris D. ClarkAbstract:Abstract Over the past decade there has been an explosion of interest in remote sensing of Marine Pollution. This interest has resulted in the development of a diverse range of appropriate methods and techniques, but remote sensing has yet to reach its zenith in terms of real world applications. To assist in this direction this paper provides an overview of the applications of satellite remote sensing to Marine Pollution investigations. The physical and logistical limitations are outlined and then the potential of remote sensing is illustrated by means of case studies. Methods for providing baseline inventories of coastal environments, and measurement of Marine properties are reviewed. Pollutants in the Marine environment are reviewed and are split into physical, chemical, biological and thermal. The future potential for a more effective use of remote sensing in operational projects is discussed.
Frank E. Muller-karger - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Remote sensing of Marine Pollution: A challenge for the 1990s
Marine Pollution Bulletin, 1992Co-Authors: Frank E. Muller-kargerAbstract:Abstract A summary of advances in satellite and aircraft remote sensing of Marine Pollution is presented. Remote sensing offers large benefits because of the high costs of monitoring using only traditional methods. Nevertheless, much work is needed to refine the technology to address even basic Marine Pollution problems. This paper briefly outlines studies of water quality assessment, including photyplankton standing stock, turbidity, suspended sediment load, dissolved organic material, temperature, salinity, wind stress, wave direction and wavelength, current speed and direction, and light attenuation coefficients. An increasing number of techniques useful to monitor Marine Pollution will be available in the 1990s. As part of this effort, it is important that a solid scientific base for remote sensing methods be established, and that multidisciplinary, international training programs be developed. It is capable human resources that we currently lack the most.
N. Degger - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Status of Marine Pollution research in South Africa (1960-present).
Marine pollution bulletin, 2012Co-Authors: Victor Wepener, N. DeggerAbstract:The published literature on Marine Pollution monitoring research in South Africa from 1960 to present was evaluated. There has been a general decline in the number of papers from the 1980s and this can be linked to the absence of a Marine Pollution monitoring programme in South Africa. General trends observed were that contaminant exposure monitoring of metals predominates the research conducted to date. Monitoring results indicate that there has been a general decrease in metal concentrations in South African coastal waters and concentrations of metals and most organics in mussels are lower than in other industrialised nations. This is reflected in the general pristine nature and high biodiversity of the South African coastline. The establishment of a national Marine Pollution monitoring framework would stimulate Marine Pollution research.
Wen-yen Chiau - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Changes in the Marine Pollution management system in response to the Amorgos oil spill in Taiwan.
Marine pollution bulletin, 2005Co-Authors: Wen-yen ChiauAbstract:The Marine Pollution Control Act (MPCA) of Taiwan was promulgated on November 1, 2000, with the specific aim of controlling Marine Pollution, safeguarding public health, and promoting the sustainable use of Marine resources. In addition to land-based Pollution, oil spills are one of the most significant threats to the local Marine environment largely on account of the some 30,000 tankers which pass through Taiwan's coastal waters each year. In January 2001, two months after the enactment of this newly-introduced law, a Greek merchant vessel, the Amorgos ran aground in the vicinity of a national park on the southern tip of Taiwan, causing a serious oil spill and leading to considerable changes with regard to the Marine Pollution management system. The incident brought to the forefront many serious problems, such as a lack of experience, expertise as well as equipment required to respond to such disasters, as well as the ambiguous, unclear jurisdiction among related agencies. Thus, this paper reviews the incident of the Amorgos spill, identifies the major issues and lessons learned, and proposes several recommendations in an effort for Taiwan to further improve its Marine Pollution management system.
Victor Wepener - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Status of Marine Pollution research in South Africa (1960-present).
Marine pollution bulletin, 2012Co-Authors: Victor Wepener, N. DeggerAbstract:The published literature on Marine Pollution monitoring research in South Africa from 1960 to present was evaluated. There has been a general decline in the number of papers from the 1980s and this can be linked to the absence of a Marine Pollution monitoring programme in South Africa. General trends observed were that contaminant exposure monitoring of metals predominates the research conducted to date. Monitoring results indicate that there has been a general decrease in metal concentrations in South African coastal waters and concentrations of metals and most organics in mussels are lower than in other industrialised nations. This is reflected in the general pristine nature and high biodiversity of the South African coastline. The establishment of a national Marine Pollution monitoring framework would stimulate Marine Pollution research.
