Environment
Digital technology and the oceans: towards a better understanding of marine ecosystems
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Publish on 23/09/2024
What role does research in the digital sciences play in understanding the oceans and how they are changing in the face of climate change? Using tools such as modelling and artificial intelligence, scientists are analysing complex data to assess the impact of climate on marine biodiversity and ecosystems. This approach is helping to develop essential strategies for preserving our ocean resources and anticipating future challenges.
The oceans, which cover more than 70% of our planet, are considered, along with the forests, to be the lungs of the Earth. By absorbing carbon dioxide and redistributing heat, they regulate our climate and influence weather conditions on a global scale, playing an essential role in ecological and climatic balance. These vast expanses of water are also reservoirs of biodiversity, home to millions of species, many of which are crucial to our food chain.
It is vital to protect this ecosystem in the face of the challenges posed by climate change. Understanding the role of the oceans means not only preserving the richness of marine life, but also working to ensure a sustainable future. This is the role of scientific research, which works every day to improve our understanding of the oceans, and in particular the impact of climate change on its ecosystems.
At Inria, several project teams are working towards this goal, using modelling, simulation and artificial intelligence. Their aim: to identify the impact of climate on marine biodiversity, but also the impact of marine changes on terrestrial life.
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