The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has embarked on a five-day training programme focusing on ‘Ocean Colour Remote Sensing for Fisheries and Climatic Science Research’. Inaugurated at the Department of Chemical Oceanography, the event saw N.P. Kurian, President of the Ocean Society of India, presided over the opening ceremony.
Jointly organized by CUSAT, the Ocean Society of India, ISRO-National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), Nansen Environmental Research Centre India, and the Trevor Platt Science Foundation, the programme aims to harness remote sensing techniques for fisheries and climatic science research.
Distinguished speakers, including Shubha Satheyndrnath from the Plymouth Marine Laboratory, UK, P.V. Nagamani, Group Head at NRSC, Mohamed Hatha, Director of the School of Marine Science, and S.S. Shaju, Head of the Department of Chemical Oceanography, graced the occasion. Their insights shed light on the significance of ocean colour remote sensing in advancing scientific understanding and promoting sustainable practices in fisheries management.
Through this collaborative effort, participants have the opportunity to delve into cutting-edge methodologies and technologies employed in ocean colour remote sensing. This knowledge equips them to explore the intricate relationship between ocean dynamics, environmental parameters, and the distribution of marine resources, thereby enhancing their capacity for effective research and decision-making.
As the training programme unfolds, it promises to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, facilitate hands-on learning experiences, and foster a community of researchers dedicated to harnessing the potential of remote sensing in marine science.
In a world where the health of our oceans is increasingly threatened, initiatives like these underscores the importance of leveraging technological innovation to safeguard marine ecosystems and ensure the sustainability of fisheries for generations to come.
Source-The Hindu
