Development of Harmful Algal Bloom Monitoring Methods and Forecast System for Sustainable Aquaculture and Coastal Fisheries in Chile
Associate Prof.
Milko Jorquera
Republic of Chile
Hiroshima University / Kyoto University / Okayama University / Japan Fisheries Research and Education Agency (FRA)
Universidad de La Frontera (UFRO) / Universidad de Antofagasta (UA) / Universidad de Los Lagos (ULAGOS) / Instituto de Fomento Pesquero (IFOP) / etc.
FY 2017
5 Years
Characterize the relationship between algal bloom dynamics and its microorganism composition
In recent years, large scale red tides in Chilean coastal waters cause serious damages to fisheries, the second largest industry of the country. This project aims to identify microorganisms that propagate prior to red tide formation and termination, which are expected to serve as bloom dynamic indicators. We will design a portable monitoring device that utilizes the microbiological indicators and collect monitoring data to develop a forecast model. The system will be developed by collaboration between industry, government, and academia, and utilized to prevent damage from red tides.
Damage mitigation using bloom forecast system developed by Industry-Government-Academia Collaboration
This project aims to elucidate the mechanism of occurrence and termination of red tides, and to develop red tide dynamics forecast system. The system will provide the forecast to fishery operators, and the information will be utilized to mitigate damage by red tides. We will also devise red tide countermeasure proposal based on scientific evidence through industry, government, and academia collaboration, and submit it to Chilean government.
Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)
Department of International Affairs
SATREPS Group
TEL : +81-3-5214-8085
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Bioresources
Recovering High-Value Bioproducts for Sustainable Fisheries in Chile (ReBiS)
Bioresources
Creation of Beef Value Chain by Optimizing Ruminal Microbiota and Grassland Management on Digital Platform
Environment / Energy
(Global-scale environmental issues)
Formation of a Center of Excellence for Marine Plastic Pollution Studies in the Southeast Asian Seas