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The Red Sea Research Centre
Located in the northern Gulf of Oman, the Red Sea Research Centre (RSICA) is an institution that conducts research on the environment, oceans and marine life in the Red Sea region. The institute was established in 1984, and is a non-profit organization. The research is funded by the National Ocean Research Program (NORP) and carried out by an experienced team of scientists, technicians and graduate students. The institute is dedicated to the study of the marine environment, and its applications in environmental, health and climate science.
Dust deposits
Amongst the most important effects of sand and dust storms is the impact they have on marine ecosystems. Sand and dust storms can transport a wide range of particles including heavy metals, pesticides, and radioactive materials. These substances can cause adverse health effects such as pulmonary infections, skin irritation, cardiovascular disease, and meningococcal disease. In addition, they can disrupt marine shipping, fishing, and the environment in general.
Sand and dust storms carry toxic biological irritants that can be inhaled or ingested. An increase in dust emissions could result in undesirable impacts on marine ecosystems.
Dust deposition in the oceans can raise the temperature of coastal regions by increasing solar radiation absorption. Sand and dust storms have also been shown to affect algal blooms. Moreover, some algal blooms may be harmful. In addition, increased dust emissions could reduce autotrophic processes. These processes are vital for maintaining the marine ecosystem’s homeostasis. In this respect, microorganisms play an important role. These organisms maintain marine homeostasis through nutrient cycling.
Marine sulphate
Several studies have been conducted to assess atmospheric aerosol processes in the Red Sea region. Most of the studies were based on remote sensing data products. The Red Sea Research Centre conducted a study to assess total suspended atmospheric particulates (TSP) at an off-shore location. The study was carried out over 27 months.
At the off-shore site, TSP concentrations ranged from 125 to 197 ug m-3. The average concentrations were not seasonal. The most prominent element was P, the second most prominent element was Na, and the third most prominent element was Ca. Several trace metals were also detected. The concentrations of Zn, As, and Cd were in measurable quantities.
The study identified a primary and secondary sulphate source, which were identified by their presence. The primary source was identified as fuel oil combustion, and the secondary source was identified by the formation of secondary sulphate. The secondary sulphate was identified as dimethylsulfoniopropionate (DMSP), which is a common chemical produced by marine algae. DMSP has many applications, including protection against ultraviolet radiation, temperature regulation, and deterring predators.
Tracers of anthropogenic emission sources
Several anthropogenic emission sources are known to be present along the Red Sea coast. These include residual oil burning, incineration, traffic emissions, and power generation. In addition, water desalination is widespread in this region. The direct impact of dust deposits on Red Sea ecosystems is still unknown. However, elevated concentrations of anthropogenic trace metals are likely to result from pollution from industrial areas along the coast. These pollutants should be addressed in order to minimize their long-term impact on the local population.
Among the anthropogenic sources studied, fuel oil combustion is known to be the dominant source of S. This source can be identified by the presence of the oxidant V, the contaminant Pb, and the oxidant Ni. Fuel oil combustion accounts for more than three-quarters of the variance in S.
GRC panels replicate the patterns of the coral reef
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RSICA’s open-source encyclopedia
RSICA’s open-source encyclopedia on the Red Sea is a collaborative effort between a consortium of four partners: Center for Modern Greece, Freie Universität Berlin, Bavarian State Library in Munich and Center for Digital Systems. The project will develop a standardized open-source online platform that will be accessible worldwide.
The Red Sea is a saline body of water located between the Indian Ocean and Africa. It is one of the most saline water bodies in the world. The salinity of the Red Sea is affected by the water circulation pattern and wind stress.
In antiquity, the Red Sea served as a trade route between the Byzantine Empire and the East. After the Islamic conquest of Egypt, international trade on the Red Sea was suspended for about two centuries. However, the Suez Canal was opened up in 1869 and revived trade. The Gulf of Suez encloses the Sinai Peninsula and connects the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea.
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