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BIOMAR
Management of coastal ecosystems requires structured knowledge of the habitats and plant and animal communities i.e. BIOTOPES present on the sea bed. In addition this information aids the: * Assessment of sites of conservation importance * Determination of areas sensitive to disturbance and pollution * Preparation of environmental impact assessments * Monitoring of environmental change BioMar is 50% funded by the Commission of European Communities under the LIFE programme. Summary Provided By: http://www.tcd.ie/Centre_for_the_Environment/biomar.html