Project

OSPAR eutrophocation macrobenthos monitoring of the Belgian coast

Code
174M6709
Duration
11 December 2008 → 31 January 2010
Funding
Funding by bilateral agreement (private and foundations)
Promotor
Research disciplines
  • Natural sciences
    • Geology
    • Aquatic sciences, challenges and pollution
Keywords
macrobenthos
 
Project description

Based on frequent sampling in 2009, the current project aims to evaluate the spatial distribution of the possible presence of eutrophication effects on the level of the benthos. These results, supplemented by existing scientific information, allow an assessment of the current eutrophication status in the BPNS. Additionally, the results enable an optimal spatial and temporal planning for future monitoring campaigns concerning eutrophication effects on benthic fauna, in the framework of the European Marine Strategy.