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Theme 4: New technologies

Introducing new technologies

The continuous development of new technologies enhances the potential for improving our understanding of marine processes and the state of the Baltic Sea. This involves omics approaches, in-situ sensors, remote sensing, autonomous underwater vehicles, buoys and platforms as well as infrastructure and algorithms to facilitate access to information.

The theme focuses on presenting novel techniques supporting research and monitoring, with emphasis on their potentials as well as limitations/challenges. This includes studies of applying new technologies under various conditions and the experiences gained. Studies that address cost-benefit analyses of implementing new technologies are particularly welcome. The sessions under this theme will address urgent questions such as:

  • What can we learn about ecosystem processes and functioning using molecular genetic approaches?
  • What are the potentials for machine learning in marine science?
  • Can in-situ imaging techniques supplement or replace lab-based taxonomical identification?
  • Can we use remote sensing for habitat mapping?
  • Will AUVs and drones gradually replace traditional shipboard sampling?
  • How will gliders, Argo floats, use of commercial ships, and fixed profiling platforms improve the knowledge on ecosystem functioning?
  • Can the smart combination of long-term traditional measurements and novel methodologies enhance our understanding of the dynamics of coastal and open sea processes?
  • How can we improve quality control of high-frequency data?
  • How can new technologies be adopted within the HELCOM monitoring strategies?
  • How do these technologies in the Baltic Sea compare with those used in other ecosystems?