The colour of the ocean – why does it matter?

Warning to COP29 from cryosphere scientists as glacier loss hits record highs

The newly published State of the Cryosphere Report 2024, including contributions from PML’s Prof. Helen Findlay, states that the world’s ice store...

Strengthening research cooperation with China to help advance global marine science

We are pleased to announce that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Plymouth Marine Laboratory and State Key Laboratory of Mar...

FOCUS ON: Water Quality in the Black Sea using satellite observations

Major European report highlights need for integrated social and environmental science

The ‘Navigating the Future VI’ report was published by the European Marine Board with input from PML.

Unmasking Ocean Acidification: Global Scientific Community invited to help map its biological effects

Scientists worldwide are being called upon to contribute to a major global research initiative aimed at understanding the impacts of ocean acidificati...

Student spotlight: Charlotte Woodhouse

Did you know that rubber particles broken off from the wear and tear of vehicle tyres are a major source of marine plastic pollution? How does this af...

MEDIA: PML's Dr Stefanie Broszeit writes for The Conversation UK on how to quantify the benefits the Ocean provides

Dr Stefanie Broszeit, Senior marine ecosystem services scientist at PML, has written for The Conversation UK about her work quantifying the value of ...

Sliver of cool surface water helps the ocean absorb more carbon

Subtle temperature differences at the ocean surface allow more carbon dioxide (CO2) to be absorbed, new research shows.

How is eDNA shedding light on marine biodiversity?

PML’s Dr Karen Tait discusses the role of eDNA in advancing our understanding of marine life

Taking research to new heights: how aerial drones are supporting UK science

PML contributes to national review of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS)

13 going on 195: The Race to Stop Ocean Acidification

As the United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP16) has started in Cali, Colombia, our Director of Science Professor Steve Widdicombe shares his th...

Does marine carbon dioxide removal have the potential to mitigate ocean acidification? 

Professor Helen Findlay explores the varying forms of marine carbon dioxide removal, and the efficacy and possible impacts of these, particularly in r...

Revolutionizing Biodiversity Monitoring: The Power of AI and New Technologies

Dr James Clark, Professor James Fishwick, Claire Widdicombe, Elaine Fileman, Dr Saskia Rühl.

What next for the Ocean in Climate Change Talks? Q&A with PML’s Professor Matt Frost

It follows the publication of the Summary Report of the 2024 Ocean Dialogue ahead of COP29.

PML and the National University of Singapore announce partnership to advance marine science research and education

The signing of an Memorandum of Understanding was announced at a workshop in Singapore focused on marine monitoring.

Monitoring water quality in Plymouth Sound and beyond

Initial fieldwork results are shared from a project aiming to transform water quality monitoring around the globe.

UK’s energy transition receives funding boost

The UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC) has been awarded £11 million to continue its work in advancing the UK’s energy transition, to which Plymouth ...

Bridging global climate and biodiversity strategies: PML contributes to international “Blue Thread” Policy Brief

The brief aims to guide governments in including ocean-based climate solutions as a “blue thread” between climate and biodiversity

Connecting marine stations across the globe: advancing science and marine policy 

With nearly a thousand marine research stations and field laboratories estimated across the world, how can organisations collaborate to tackle key soc...

Western Channel Observatory showcased at international marine monitoring workshop

This week Prof. Steve Widdicombe is showcasing the Western Channel Observatory at the Marine Monitoring for Action workshop in Singapore.

Indigenous and scientific perspectives of blue carbon in focus at international event

PML’s Senior Environmental Economist Dr Olivia Rendón and Honorary Fellow Torsten Thiele are among the 80+ experts attending the annual Internation...

Seaweed science, industry and policy in dialogue in the Hague

PML is attending the North Sea Seaweed 2024 event

PML Wins Regional Chamber Business Award for Green Innovation

The award puts PML on the shortlist for the national prize. Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) is thrilled to announce its recognition as a Regional Win...