Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) Implementation, based on Modelling & Simulation (M&S), driven by the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) framework
The article explores how Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) can be strengthened through Modelling and Simulation (M&S) under the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) framework. It highlights the role of predictive analytics and digital tools in improving marine planning, resource management, and sustainable ocean governance.
July 2, 2024
Urban Flooding and Sediment Management – A Critical Perspective for Urban Planning in Tropical Regions
The article examines how urban flooding in tropical regions is closely linked to sediment management and poor urban planning. It highlights the impact of climate change, inadequate drainage systems, and unchecked urbanization on flood risks. The piece emphasizes the need for localized, data-driven strategies for sustainable urban resilience.
May 12, 2024
Unravelling Acoustic Challenges in India Ocean Region
The article explores the unique acoustic challenges of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and their impact on underwater monitoring and surveillance. It highlights how tropical ocean conditions affect sound propagation, making underwater sensing more complex. The piece emphasizes the need for region-specific acoustic research to strengthen Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA).
April 24, 2024
Unearthing the struggle: Navigating Sediment Challenges in the Tropical Landscape
The article examines the growing sediment management challenges in tropical regions and their impact on rivers, coastlines, and urban systems. It highlights how climate change, erosion, and human interventions are disrupting natural sediment balance. The piece emphasizes the need for scientific, data-driven, and localized management approaches.
February 8, 2024
Biofouling in the Indo-Pacific: A Menace to Shipping
The article examines biofouling as a growing challenge for shipping in the Indo-Pacific region. It highlights how the accumulation of marine organisms on ship hulls affects fuel efficiency, operational performance, and marine ecosystems. The piece emphasizes the need for sustainable mitigation strategies and stronger maritime awareness.
November 22, 2023
Blue Carbon, Oceans and Underwater Issues – A New Perspective based on the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) Framework
This article explores the concept of Blue Carbon and explains how effective management of ocean carbon ecosystems requires a much deeper understanding of the underwater domain. It argues that the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) Framework provides a powerful mechanism to integrate climate action, marine conservation, scientific research, and sustainable Blue Economy development into a single governance approach. Blue Carbon ecosystems are increasingly recognized as critical natural climate solutions because they capture and store significant amounts of carbon while supporting biodiversity and coastal resilience.
October 26, 2023
Disseminating to Mitigate Oil Spillages: A UDA Perspective
This article emphasizes that oil spills are not merely environmental accidents—they are information and awareness failures. The core argument is that effective mitigation of oil spills depends on timely dissemination of information, stakeholder awareness, technological preparedness, and coordinated response mechanisms. Through the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) Framework, the article proposes a proactive, intelligence-driven approach to oil spill prevention, monitoring, and response. Oil spills remain among the most damaging forms of marine pollution, impacting ecosystems, coastal communities, fisheries, and maritime economies.
October 10, 2023
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