Tropical coastal ecosystems are highly productive habitats with high ecological and economic importance. The ZMT is dedicated to these ecosystems, and the understanding of the influences which alter and threaten them. Through its activities in research, training and consulting, the ZMT aims to contribute toward their protection and sustainable use.
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Chinese Ambassador to Germany Visits the ZMT
On the occasion of the visit of the Chinese Ambassador to Bremen, the ZMT presented its cooperation projects with China. more ...
Endangered Corals
In the so called coral triangle in Southeast Asia, one of the regions with the highest biodiversity in the world, the reefs and the livelihood of the coastal communities are heavily endangered. A feature on the broadcast station Bayern 2 reports on an expedition of the ZMT to the Spermonde Archipelago and a research approach that might improve the situation. Listen to the broadcast: more ...
The ZMT is a member of the Leibniz Association (WGL) and the German Marine Research Consortium (KDM).
