OVERVIEW

Physiological mechanisms, from the cellular to the individual level, are the basis of organisms’ adaptations to the marine environment. The course aims to present a series of examples relating to different groups, from protozoa to mammals, and in different environments characterised by different abiotic variables (T, S, O2). The course will provide specific theoretical and practical knowledge on the identification and quantification of stress responses in marine invertebrates and vertebrates (stress biomarkers), in particular to exposure to pollutants, and their applicative use in the field of biomonitoring of the coastal marine environment and in aquaculture.

AIMS AND CONTENT

PREREQUISITES

There are no specific requirements.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD