Mucilage is an exopolymeric organic substance that occurs in the marine environment due
to the overgrowth of a type of sea algae. Extreme blooms of algae are often triggered by …

During the regular surveys on coral monitoring for setting their developmental level, health
status and likely threats responsible for mortality, a massive mucilage phenomenon was …

Marine mucilage outbreaks occurred in the Sea of Marmara in 2021 which severely affected
the marine ecosystem. The thick mucilage blankets with different colors became a public …

Global warming threatens ecosystems through rising temperatures, increasing sea levels,
drought, and extreme weather conditions. The natural balance of seas and oceans is also at …

Global warming together with environmental pollution threatens marine habitats and causes
an increasing number of environmental disasters. Periodic monitoring of coastal water …

Climate change and global warming along with human activities have caused abrupt
changes in the atmosphere, marine, and terrestrial ecosystems. One of these changes is the …

Rapid detection and periodic monitoring of mucilage formations are of valuable importance
for early warning and mitigation strategies. Recent advances in remote sensing technology …

As in the whole world, urbanization and industrialization brought about by population growth
in our country; causes various environmental problems. In recent years, the formation of …

In autumn 2020, a large mucilaginous outbreak was recorded in the entire Sea of Marmara
and lasted until summer 2021. Mucilaginous aggregates in the water column and the …

Mucilaginous aggregates produced by planktonic or benthic algae are considered
ecological threats to marine systems. The study evaluated the effects of the spread of …