Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre

NEW STUDY: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of synthetic chemicals used in hundreds of types of products. “Apples, corn, kale, spinach, strawberries and wheat are frequently sprayed with PFAS-containing pesticides”. “The discovery of PFAS presence in pesticide formulations represents a new opportunity” for authorities to “improve the scientific validity of pesticide risk assessment”. Read about these 'forever chemicals' at the link below: https://lnkd.in/eFCzfhXS

Discovering Unexpected Oxygen Sources in the Deep Sea! Researchers have discovered a fascinating phenomenon on the abyssal seafloor of the Pacific Ocean: oxygen levels increased over threefold in just two days! This surprising finding was observed during experiments conducted on the seafloor covered with polymetallic nodules. The results suggest that these nodules might play a role in “dark oxygen” production through a process known as seawater electrolysis, due to high voltage potentials (up to 0.95 V) on their surfaces. This discovery could reshape our understanding of oxygen dynamics in deep-sea environments. Dive into the full article to explore this groundbreaking research: https://lnkd.in/d5M8b63h

Shark Awareness Day / 14th of July Fishers play a crucial role in the conservation of sharks and rays. Often caught accidentally, these magnificent creatures face severe injury or death if not handled properly. That’s why we’ve initiated specialized training for fishers on the safe handling and release of sharks and rays found in Cyprus. Thanks to these dedicated workshops, fishers are now active contributors to the conservation of sharks and rays. Together, we’re ensuring these beautiful sharks thrive for generations to come. Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre Marios Papageorgiou #sharkawareness #sharkawarenessday #sharkday #sharkweek #shark #sharks #marineconservation #wildlifeconservation #sharklove #wildlife #fishermen #scubadiving #CyprusConservation #MarineLifeProtection #ProtectOurOceans #CyprusWildlife #MarineBiodiversity #SharkConservation #ProtectMarineLife #CyprusNature #SharkAwareness #WildlifeConservation #enaliaphysis

Good news of the day! It is with great pleasure to inform everyone that with the support of our educational associates, the Pubic Kindergarten of Chloraka-Lempa (Saint Stephanos), in Paphos Municipality has just become a European Blue School for completing and presenting a very successful project entitled “Dealing with Marine Pollution: Causes, Effects and Prevention” for the academic year 2023/2024. This is a very important achievement as the school is now the only public school in Cyprus to ever become a member of this very important network! Congratulations to all of you! You truly deserve this certification! European Blue Schools bring the ocean into the classroom. On the journey to becoming a European Blue School, teachers and pupils will improve their understanding of the ocean and develop a sense of responsibility towards our shared planet. Creating awareness and a feeling of responsibility for our ocean, encourages students to become more active and responsible European and global citizens. More about the #NetworkofEuropeanBlueSchools, soon! Stay tuned! Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre Rebecca Katsaris Chloe Finn #AllChildrenAreOurChildren #marineenvironmentaleducation #Youth4Ocean #EUBlueSchools #EMD2024 #oceanliteracy #MissionOcean #EUMissions #EU4Ocean #oceanliteracy #environmentalworkshops #savethemonksealsmonachusmonachus #savemarinelife #enaliaphysisenvironmentalandresearchcenter #cyprusenviromentfoundation #creativeartsfortheenvironment #handsoneducation

🐰 Happy Easter from all of us at Enalia Physis Environmental Research Center!

We are delighted to announce the successful completion of the project: 'Assessment and Protection of Marine Biodiversity' at Jubilee Shoals and SBAA Akrotiri, Cyprus with the aim to produce the necessary information to manage and protect the remarkable marine habitats of the shoals. Watch our final video showcasing our results and findings. https://lnkd.in/diSfr3a5 For more info on the project check out our website: https://lnkd.in/dwmqxC-P Project number: DPLOOO41 This project is funded by the UK Government through Darwin Plus. #DarwinPlus

Our marine biodiversity project at Jubilee Shoals, SBAA Akrotiri, Cyprus has come to a close! With 145 hours of diving by four dedicated divers, we’ve gathered valuable underwater data. Countless hours in the lab and on the computer were spent identifying organisms, analyzing underwater images, interpreting physicochemical data, and many more to achieve the project’s goals. A huge thank you to all of you who contributed to this project, each playing a crucial role in our success. Here’s a special shoutout to our amazing lineup in alphabetical order: Carlos Jimenez: Project Leader, scientific diver Christana Tourapi: Logo designer, awareness advocate Christos Patsalides: Scientific diver George Oikonomidis: Geologist, creator of cave models Magdalene Papatheodoulou: Scientific diver Marios Papageorgiou: Statistical analyst, Director of Enalia Physis Marianna Charalampous: Social media and marketing Margarita Stavrinide: Project support Niki Chartosia: Laboratory support Pantelis Charilaou: Project support Pissouri Bay Divers: Dive boat and facilities Stephen Theakston: Captain Vasilis Resaikos: Project Assistant, scientific diver Vassilis Tsiairis: Scientific diver, videographer, photographer Thank you all for your hard work and dedication! Together, we’ve made a positive impact on marine conservation. Watch on our Youtube channel, our latest video for our project’s findings / https://lnkd.in/diSfr3a5 Project number: DPLOOO41 This project is funded by the UK Government through Darwin Plus. #DarwinPlus Biodiversity Challenge Funds #MarineBiodiversity #ConservationEfforts #TeamWork #JubileeShoalsCyprus

𝙀𝙉𝙂𝙇𝙄𝙎𝙃 𝙏𝙀𝙓𝙏 𝙁𝙊𝙇𝙇𝙊𝙒𝙎: Η εκπαιδευτική βαλίτσα αφιερωμένη στην Μεσογειακή φώκια 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 είναι πλέον γεγονός! Η ομάδα του περιβαλλοντικού, δημιουργικού εργαστηρίου (καθώς και του παιδικού βιβλίου) υπό τον τίτλο «Εδώ Μονάχα Μονάχους» (εγκεκριμένα από το ΥΠΑΝ), είναι τώρα στην ευχάριστη θέση να ανακοινώσει ότι έχει δημιουργήσει, την ειδικά σχεδιασμένη εκπαιδευτική βαλίτσα «Εδώ Μονάχα Μονάχους» η οποία είναι αφιερωμένη στην Μεσογειακή φώκια 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 και φυσικά γεμάτη υποβρύχιες -και όχι μόνο- εκπλήξεις! Η βαλίτσα έχει ήδη αρχίσει να ταξιδεύει σε νηπιαγωγεία και δημοτικά σχολεία (τόσο σε δημόσια όσο και σε ιδιωτικά), παρέα με τις συνεργάτιδες μας, Ρεβέκκα, Χλόη και Χριστίνα αφήνοντας πίσω της τις καλύτερες εντυπώσεις! Ιδέα/Σχεδιασμός βαλίτσας: Ρεβέκκα Κατσαρή (παιδαγωγός) Χριστίνα Χαραλαμπίδου (μουσικοπαιδαγωγός) Χλόη Φινν (σκιτσογράφος/εικονογράφος) Σκίτσα και εικαστική επιμέλεια: Χλόη Φινν Γλωσσική επιμέλεια: Μαριάννα Κόκοτα Ο σχεδιασμός της βαλίτσας χρηματοδοτήθηκε από το πρόγραμμα Monk Seal Conservation in the Eastern Mediterranean – Phase 2, (Monk Seal Alliance – Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation). Περισσότερα για την βαλίτσα και το περιεχόμενο της, πολύ σύντομα! // The educational suitcase dedicated to the Mediterranean monk seal 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 under the title "Here Only Monachus" is finally here and we cannot wait to share it with you! The creative team behind the creative environmental workshop -as well as the book for children- both entitled "Here Only Monachus", is excited to announce that the educational suitcase dedicated to the Mediterranean monk seal 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘶𝘴 which they have been preparing for the last few months is now ready and has began travelling to both public and private schools all around Cyprus! Stay tuned as Rebecca, Chloe and Christina will be sharing more regarding the content and concept of the suitcase, very soon! Idea/Concept: Rebecca Katsaris (educator) Christina Charalambidou (music educator) Chloe Finn (sketch artist/illustrator) Illustrations and pagination: Chloe Finn Language editor: Marianna Kokota The creation of the educational suitcase "Here Only Monachus" has been funded by the Monk Seal Conservation in the Eastern Mediterranean Project – Phase 2 (founded by the Monk Seal Alliance – Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation). . . . #marineenvironmentaleducation #MissionOcean #EUMissions #environmentalworkshops #savethemonksealsmonachusmonachus #savemarinelife #enaliaphysisenvironmentalandresearchcenter #cyprusenviromentfoundation #creativeartsfortheenvironment #handsoneducation #teachertraining #monksealalliace Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre Cyprus Environment Foundation Rebecca Katsaris Christina Charalambidou

Enjoy some of the magical moments that students along with their teachers experienced during the storytelling with live music show “Here Only Monachus” with storyteller Marina Katsaris and musician Giannis Koutis at the C' Public Primary School of Kaimakli in Nicosia! This show is based on the book with the same title written by Vaggelis Gettos, illustrated by Chloe Finn and published by Enalia Physis Environmental Research Center) has just been officially approved by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth of Cyprus! The show is dedicated to the Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus), the sole member of the genus Monachus and more specifically, to inform the viewers about all the challenges that this unique animal is currently facing. After the show, the creative duo offered a seminar to the school's teaching staff, dedicated to the importance of storytelling and drama in Education as well as the importance music and music-making when educating for the Marine Environment. This specific show as well as the teachers' seminar, form part of the project "𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨" which consists a series of educational activities which aim towards a better understanding of the sea's and ocean's influence on us and our impact on the ocean through the Creative Arts. The proposed activities seek to actively engage young children's (from 3 to 12 years old) imagination through music, visual arts, movement, dance, drama and storytelling and to provide hands-on tools to professional educators in order for them to teach more effectively about the importance of the sea and the ocean. The aim of the project is for every human, big and small, to comprehend the importance of protecting our planet and finally, how the ocean and humans are, essentially, inextricably interconnected. Our project is funded by the Cyprus Environment Foundation via Enalia Physis Environmental Research Center and has funded both the workshop and the teachers' seminar. It is important to note that the project has received an official approval by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth of Cyprus and is also part of the EU Mission "Restore Our Ocean And Waters by 2030. Thank you all for sharing this beautiful and heart-warming experience with our team and a special 'thank you' to all the staff of the school for being such lovely hosts! Marina Katsari Giannis Koutis Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre Cyprus Environment Foundation Intergaz Ltd VASSILIKO CEMENT WORKS PUBLIC COMPANY LTD . . . #environmentaleducatio #MissionOcean #EUMissions #environmentalworkshops #savethemonksealsmonachusmonachus #savemarinelife

Enjoy a few of the many lovely moments that our educational collaborators had with all the wonderful children, the teachers and of course the headteacher of the Public Kindergarten School of Pano Kivides, in Limassol! Educator Rebecca Katsaris and music educator Christina Charalambidou-Pitta visited the school in order to facilitate the creative environmental workshop "Here Only Monachus" as well as an educational seminar for the school's teaching staff. This specific workshop as well as the teachers' seminar, form part of the project "𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨" which consists a series of educational activities which aim towards a better understanding of the sea's and ocean's influence on us and our impact on the ocean through the Creative Arts. The proposed activities seek to actively engage young children's (from 3 to 12 years old) imagination through music, visual arts, movement, dance, drama and storytelling and to provide hands-on tools to professional educators in order for them to teach more effectively about the importance of the sea and the ocean. The aim of the project is for every human, big and small, to comprehend the importance of protecting our planet and finally, how the ocean and humans are, essentially, inextricably interconnected. Our project is funded by the Cyprus Environment Foundation via Enalia Physis Environmental Research Center and has funded both the workshop and the teachers' seminar. It is important to note that the project has received an official approval by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth of Cyprus and is also part of the EU Mission "Restore Our Ocean And Waters by 2030" ( #MissionOcean). Thank you all for sharing this beautiful and heart-warming experience with us and a special 'thank you' to all the staff of the school for being such lovely hosts! Last but not least, 'thank you' for your support and on-going trust Cyprus Environment Foundation! For more information about our project: https://lnkd.in/eQKqjHpp Rebecca Katsaris Christina Charalambidou Enalia Physis Environmental Research Centre Cyprus Environment Foundation Intergaz Ltd VASSILIKO CEMENT WORKS PUBLIC COMPANY LTD . . . #environmentaleducation #MissionOcean #EUMissions #environmentalworkshops #savethemonksealsmonachusmonachus #savemarinelife #enaliaphysisenvironmentalandresearchcenter #cyprusenviromentfoundation #creativeartsfortheenvironment #handsoneducation #teachertraining #experientialworkshops #teachingthroughthecreativearts #marineenvironmentalawareness