MACMA

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Madagascar Coastal and Marine Atlas

MACMA

MACMA is a data repository designed to centralize and interconnect research information across multiple thematic areas related to the marine and coastal environment in Madagascar.

It functions as a controlled directory for extensive research data, provided by a diverse community of researchers, institutions, and stakeholders in the marine sector, covering a wide range of scientific projects and laboratory research. This platform hosts a wide variety of datasets.

MACMA is also aligned with international initiatives such as Ocean Accounts, promoting the integration of environmental, social, and economic data for evidence-based governance.

MAIN THEMATIC AREAS

MACMA serves as a controlled repository for extensive research data contributed by a diverse community of researchers, encompassing a wide array of scientific projects and laboratory analysis. Within this, you will find a variety of datasets spanning multiple research domains, each supporting advanced scientific exploration and analysis. Below is an overview of our dataset source types.

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Marine and Coastal Environment

This field covers research on:

The impacts of climate change on marine habitats and adaptation strategies,

Coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds, which are key elements of blue carbon ecosystems,

Large marine ecosystems and oceanographic dynamics around Madagascar,

Conservation of marine megafauna and its interactions with ecosystems

Fisheries and Aquatic Resource Management

This section gathers information on:

Fisheries governance, including public policies and community-based management of fishery resources,

Sustainable fishing practices and technological innovations,

Biological assessment of exploited fish stocks for conservation purposes.

Aquaculture and Blue Economy

The aquaculture focus area are:

Technological innovations and engineering in aquaculture,

Biosecurity and risk management related to aquaculture practices,

Biotechnological applications in aquaculture for sustainable economic development,

Aquaculture’s contribution to food security and livelihoods within the framework of the Blue Economy.

Marine Pollution and Environmental Health

This section compiles studies on:

Plastic pollution and microplastics, identifying sources, impacts, and solutions,

Chemical contaminants and heavy metals affecting marine ecosystems,

Bioremediation strategies and nature-based solutions to reduce marine pollution,

Interactions between pollution, marine biodiversity, and human health.

Microbiology and Ocean Health

This area explores:

Marine microbiology, particularly the roles of microorganisms in biogeochemical cycles,

Ecotoxicology and microbial responses to environmental changes,

Marine pathogens and their potential effects on ecosystems and human health.

Marine Resource Valorization and Innovation

This section highlights:

Biotechnological applications for the sustainable exploitation of marine resources,

Development of innovative marine products with economic and pharmaceutical uses,

Bioeconomy strategies to maximize the economic value of marine ecosystems.

MACMA is a collaborative creation of

Fishery and Marine Science Institute (IHSM) of Toliara Madagascar

National Oceanographic Data Center (NODC) of Madagascar

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~ Macma is Under Progressive Development ~