The AMP launches the advanced training course provided for by the international Biopressadria project, funded by the Interreg Italy–Croatia 2021/2027 programme.
The course, coordinated by CONISMA, is aimed at operators in marine protected areas, institutions and associations that carry out scientific research in the Porto Cesareo MPA, with the aim of enhancing skills in monitoring, managing and protecting marine ecosystems.
Under the guidance of Prof. Antonio Terlizzi and with the support of researchers from Arpa Puglia, participants will attend theoretical and practical modules dedicated to sea sampling, microplastic analysis, habitat mapping and biodiversity studies.
To participate, please send your registration request to:
segreteria@ampportocesareo.it
Registration will close on 27 November. There are 9 places available and admission to the course will be based on the order in which applications are received.
A concrete step towards strengthening the protection of our Mediterranean.
Theoretical and practical training course programme
“Sampling and monitoring techniques in support of marine research”
Location: Porto Cesareo Marine Protected Area
Scientific organisation: Prof. Antonio Terlizzi, CoNISMa ULR Trieste
🔹 Module 1 – Phytoplankton sampling methods
Lecturers: Dr Leonilde Roselli, Dr Pierangelo Cosimo Cicirello
28–29 November (9:00–13:00)
Module 2 – Methods for monitoring microplastics and collecting environmental DNA (eDNA)
Lecturer: Dr Carola Murano
4 December (theory lesson + practical exercise)
🔹 Module 3 – Zooplankton sampling methods
Lecturer: Dr Giuseppe Alfonso
6 December (9:00–13:00)
🔹 Module 4 – Methods for assessing beach litter
Lecturer: Dr Nicola Ungaro
9 December (9:00–13:00)
🔹 Module 5 – Underwater sampling methods
Lecturer: Prof. Antonio Terlizzi
13 December (9:00–13:00)
🔹 Module 5 – Techniques for restoring benthic habitats
Lecturer: Dr Saul Ciriaco
18 December (9:00–13:00)
🔹 Module 6 – Fish sampling methods
Lecturer: Dr Giulio Tarantino
14 January (theory lesson + practical activity)
