Archipelagos

  • English
  • Ελληνικα
Who We Are
The TeamThe Team
Research BasesResearch Bases
Research BoatsResearch Boats
Our EquipmentOur Equipment
PartnersPartners
SupportersSupporters
Fields of Action
Marine ConservationMarine Conservation Fisheries Shipping Risks Seagrass Meadows Coralligene Conservation Littoral Ecosystems Invasive Species Jellyfish Sea Turtles
Marine MammalsMarine Mammals Dolphins and Porpoises Whales Seals
Terrestrial ConservationTerrestrial Conservation Island Fauna Forests & Flora Freshwater Ecosystems Aegean Seed Bank
Laboratory ResearchLaboratory Research Microplastics Water Analysis Soil Quality
Projects
Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary
Eco-Navigation
FIsh4Life
Save the Aegean
Join Us
Internships in the Aegean
Remote Internships
Interns Experiences
Field Courses
News
Planting Underwater Gardens of Posidonia seagrass- a new innovative planting process
Planting Underwater Gardens of Posidonia seagrass- a new innovative planting process
Aegean Islet Conservation Project in cooperation with the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Architecture
Aegean Islet Conservation Project in cooperation with the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Architecture
Mutilated Striped Dolphin Stranded on the shores of Samos Island
Mutilated Striped Dolphin Stranded on the shores of Samos Island
Posidonia Seagrass Fruits Wash up on Our Shores – A Rare Phenomenon
Posidonia Seagrass Fruits Wash up on Our Shores – A Rare Phenomenon
View All...
Contact us
Publications
Videos
Awareness Material
Donate
Menu

Remote program – preliminarily start analysing social organization and site fidelity of the Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) population

Remote program – preliminarily start analysing social organization and site fidelity of the Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) population

by Kleopatra Delaveri / Sunday, 19 July 2020 / Published in Marine Mammal Team, Work Journal

My name is Margarida, I am from Portugal. I am currently doing an international master program – IMBRSea (International Master of Science in Marine Biological Resources). From April 21st to June 16th , 2020 I did my master’s Professional Practice on Marine Mammal Research and Conservation with “Archipelagos – Institute of Marine Conservation”. Due to the world situation and the existent travel restrictions imposed in different countries the Professional Practice occurred remotely. When I applied for this topic in November, I would never have imagined in the end the original Professional Practice plan would have to change and be adapted to a remote version. The more practical part of the Professional Practice, as field surveys and data collection, was not possible to occur, instead, there was a higher focus on data analysis and scientific writing. Working with Archipelagos – Institute of Marine Conservation was a unique experience. Not being physically present in the institute created some challenges in terms of communication, organization, teamwork within others, however, this was not an obstacle to achieve personal objectives and improve many skills.

During my placement, another IMBRSea student was doing the Professional Practice on the same topic. We had  weekly meetings with our supervisor for the whole duration of the internship. Even though we were working on different research projects, this was very positive since giving us a sense of teamwork, making the remote work easier and more dynamic. During the first two weeks our supervisor gave us the change to do bibliographic research. Considering the projects being developed and the type of data being collected in Archipelagos each of us came up with a research topic to develop during the following weeks. We agreed I would focus on  preliminarily start analysing and working on the social organization and site fidelity of the Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) population in the study area. Besides working on this research topic, I analysed photoID data and behaviour videos to contribute to the monitoring of the marine mammals’ species in the region and develop my data analysis skills.

One of the most useful parts of this experience was without a doubt practising and analysing so much data. I believe this can be something very valuable and useful that I can use in future professional experiences or work.

In the Marine research area, every experience is valuable, and having the opportunity to work with a big Institute I believe it was very important for personal development and that undoubtedly, contributed to increase my knowledge and experience on marine mammals monitoring and different research areas. Considering the circumstances, I consider that the Professional Practice went very well; everyone involved gave its maximum to make it the best possible.

You can learn more about my project in my blog page at the following link: https://sites.google.com/imbrsea.eu/ana-margaridarolim/home?authuser=1


Margarida Rolim
International Master of Science Student in Marine Biological Resources
Remote intern at Archipelagos’ Marine Mammal Research and Conservation Team

0
0
0
0
0

What you can read next

Research Expeditions over the Ikaria Trench 
Photo Identification – An invaluable tool in cetacean research
Spatial Distribution of Microplastics in Coastal Shallow Sediments in Samos Island

HIGHLIGHTS

  • International Visitors at the Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary Project

    International Visitors at the Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary Project

    1 June 2021
    At Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation an important visit took …
  • The Efkranti Award was Granted to the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation

    The Efkranti Award was Granted to the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation

    27 July 2020
    It was a great honor but also great moral support …
  • The President of the Hellenic Republic’s visit to Archipelagos research vessel, the Aegean Explorer

    The President of the Hellenic Republic’s visit to Archipelagos research vessel, the Aegean Explorer

    30 June 2020
    Yesterday, during the President of the Republic’s visit to the …
  • Award to Archipelagos: Best Heroic Act of Environmental Stewardship

    Award to Archipelagos: Best Heroic Act of Environmental Stewardship

    19 February 2020
    The Short Documentary Film presenting the Aegean Marine Life Sanctuary, …
  • Award to Archipelagos Institute from the International Propeller Club of the United States

    Award to Archipelagos Institute from the International Propeller Club of the United States

    6 February 2020
    We would like to thank the International Propeller Club of …

Recent Posts

  • Photo-ID & Behavioral Assessments of Delphinus delphis in the Northern Aegean Sea

    Photo-ID & Behavioral Assessments of Delphinus delphis in the Northern Aegean Sea

    2 November 2023
    Yasas! Intern Alannah from the Marine Mammal Field here, currently …
  • Experiences After Work at Archipelagos

    Experiences After Work at Archipelagos

    2 November 2023
    Hi, I’m Ella and I completed a 6-week internship on …
  • Hands-on Projects with the Marine Mammal Research & Conservation Team

    Hands-on Projects with the Marine Mammal Research & Conservation Team

    2 November 2023
    My name is Sjoerd and I am in the last …
  • Planting Underwater Gardens of Posidonia seagrass- a new innovative planting process

    Planting Underwater Gardens of Posidonia seagrass- a new innovative planting process

    29 June 2023
    An innovative process of planting underwater gardens of Posidonia oceanica …
  • A special three-day research expedition to the Ikaria Trench

    A special three-day research expedition to the Ikaria Trench

    19 May 2023
    Archipelagos Marine Mammal Research team took part in a very …
  • Aegean Islet Conservation Project in cooperation with the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Architecture

    Aegean Islet Conservation Project in cooperation with the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Architecture

    17 May 2023
    A new cycle of interdisciplinary on-site research of the Aegean …
  • Mutilated Striped Dolphin Stranded on the shores of Samos Island

    Mutilated Striped Dolphin Stranded on the shores of Samos Island

    12 May 2023
    A mutilated striped dolphin was found stranded on the north …

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation is committed to researching and defending the biodiversity of the Greek seas and islands.

Our action is possible only with your help!

donate
  • Contact us
  • Placements

Archipelagos - Institute of Marine Conservation © All Rights Reserved || Web Design and Development by Red Web Design & Fekas Brothers

TOP