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They are known as B-esterases, and are proteins that act as hydrolysis enzymes -they break larger molecules- and are present in sea turtle plasma.
This is the main conclusion of a study led by the ICM-CSIC that analyzes the impact of rising water temperature on the metabolic activity of this key group of marine plankton.
The initiative, led by the ICM-CSIC, proposes to implement the new concept of “Operational Marine Biology” to provide long-term systematic measurements of the ocean and coastal life.
![Image of the Mediterranean obtained from Sentinel 3A and 3B satellite observations on July 14, 2022. ©EUMETSAT [2023]](/sites/default/files/styles/news_list_small/public/2023-04/PETRI_MED_image.png?h=036f3151&itok=QyTQANbp "Image of the Mediterranean obtained from Sentinel 3A and 3B satellite observations on July 14, 2022. ©EUMETSAT [2023]")
The initiative aims to develop novel indicators to monitor Mediterranean marine microbial biodiversity from space through omics and artificial intelligence.
A study involving the ICM-CSIC has identified a unique set of genes that allows marine teleosts fishes to hydrate their eggs so that they float and disperse for survival in the oceans.
This will be done through the new operational oceanography service of ICATMAR, a cooperative body between ICM-CSIC and the Generalitat de Catalunya that aims to provide scientific advice on maritime issues, promote cooperation and boost marine research.