International CO2 Natural Analogues Network (ICONA)

ICONA

ICONA's Commitment

The International CO2 Natural Analogue (ICONA) network is dedicated to facilitating innovative research on the ecosystem-level effects of ocean acidification using natural analogues from temperate, sub-tropical, and tropical regions. Our goal is to enable the development of adaptive management strategies that can mitigate the impacts of rapidly changing ocean conditions through the efficient dissemination of research findings.

To achieve these objectives, we will organize workshops, symposiums, and joint expeditions to natural analogues for ocean acidification research. We are committed to actively involving early career researchers in ICONA activities to nurture the next generation of ocean acidification researchers. Moreover, ICONA members will collaborate closely with local communities and stakeholders to ensure that their perspectives are integrated into our investigations of the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems.

With researchers from Japan, France, Italy, and other parts of the world, in collaboration with Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and other local stakeholders, the ICONA network aims to provide a deeper understanding of the ecosystem-level effects of ocean acidification. By doing so, we aim to contribute to building a more resilient ocean for all.

Relevant OARS outcomes

Outcome 1: Quality Data
Outcome 2: Science to Action
Outcome 3: Observing Strategies
Outcome 4: Biological Impacts
Outcome 5: Future Projections

Ocean Basin

Global

Lead entity

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University of Tsukuba
Japan
https://www.shimoda.tsukuba.ac.jp/

Partners

  • Shimoda Marine Research Center, University of Tsukuba, Japan
  • UMR-Entropie, Institute for Research & Development, New Caledonia, France
  • Department of earth and Marine Sciences (DiSTEM), University of Palermo, Italy
  • University of Tokyo, Japan
  • Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Japan
  • University of the Ryukyus, Japan
  • National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Japan
  • CNR, Italy
  • Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn, Italy
  • University of New Caledonia, France
  • CNRS, Nouméa, France
  • University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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