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Development of integrated protocols for the rapid mapping and assessment of metal contamination in intertidal and supratidal environments

Development of integrated protocols for the rapid mapping and assessment of metal contamination in intertidal and supratidal environments

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​This research has been carried under the Geological Survey Ireland 2015 Short Call. This call provided funding for researchers in academia or industry on the island of Ireland for projects of less than 12 months duration and less than €25,000. 

Disclaimer:  The views expressed in this report are those of the author(s) and not of Geological Survey Ireland or the Department of Climate Action, Communications and Environment.

Lead Applicant: Dr Helen Roe 

Host: Queen's University Belfast

Project Title: Development of integrated protocols for the rapid mapping and assessment of metal contamination in intertidal and supratidal environments

Project Description: This project aims to develop new methodologies to aid in the rapid mapping and assessment of metal contaminants in intertidal and supratidal environments. The study will employ multidisciplinary approaches that will utilise ITRAX-core scanning, intertidal foraminifera, a group of protozoans that are sensitive to metal contamination, and Tellus geochemistry data.

Report

Topic:
Marine, Environmental Health, Water
Programme:
Marine and Coastal Unit, Tellus
Category:
Research
Type:
2015 Short Call, Report, Online Publication