Research

Harmful algal blooms are complex oceanographic phenomena that require multidisciplinary study ranging from molecular and cell biology to large-scale field surveys, numerical modelling, and remote sensing from space. Multi-lateral international programs and bi-lateral initiatives are bringing scientists together from different countries and disciplines in a concerted attack on this complex and multi-faceted issue. Our understanding of these phenomena is increasing dramatically, and with this understanding come technologies and management tools that can reduce HAB incidence and impact. More effective HAB management is sure to be one major outcome of the growing investment in the global ocean observing system.

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Resources
From Monsoons to Microbes: Understanding the Ocean's Role in Human Health
National Academy Press
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Harmful Algae News
An Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) newsletter on toxic algae and algal blooms.
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Domoic Acid and Pseudo-nitzschia References
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
List compiled by Steve Bates
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Taxonomic Reference List of Toxic Plankton Algae
Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
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Last updated: February 10, 2009