Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz

Biological Science PhD candidate at Ecology & Biodiversity Centre @IMASUTAS understanding the Mechanics of stability for degraded turf-dominated reef states

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Officially PhD candidate at @IMASUTAS #PhD #temperatereefs #tropicalreefs #turfalgae

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

My first PhD data chapter is out, and my first paper as corresponding author! Published in Marine Ecology Progress Series 🎉

We show how kelp loss and urchin grazing interact to drive turf algae expansion on temperate reefs.

#MarineScience #KelpForests #PhDLife #ClimateChange

[Marine Ecology Progress Series (MEPS) @MEPS_IR]

We examined kelp cover & urchin densities in relation to turf proliferation (Tasmanian temperate reefs). When kelps are lost, competitive release allows turfs to establish. However, turf persistence appears dependent on elevated urchin herbivory.
https://t.co/hxKhYI9qpx

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

I’m heading to Beaker Street Festival this August as one of the official Roving Scientists — keep an eye out for me at the bar! It’s Tassie’s wildest celebration of science, art, and connection. 12–24 August across Hobart + beyond. 🎟️ Full program at https://t.co/bzPqS1khXy

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Fieldwork ✅
After months in the water, my team and I finished sampling 36 sites across 6 locations, from Lizard Island to Tasmania!
Grateful for the epic crew, wild weather, and unforgettable dives.
Next up: data deep dive 📊🐠🌱
#MarineScience @IMASUTAS @WomeninOceanSci

[IMAS @IMASUTAS]

In our warming oceans, marine species are moving into new areas and ‘re-engineering’ or often destroying those ecosystems, but scientists say the paradox of overfishing sustainably can help: https://t.co/WiUqALNQew

[Dr. Kate Quigley @la__cientifica]

The joy 😍

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

@bethaniey15 I would love to go to those retreats!

[Beth Strain @bethaniey15]

Goodbye to #asmsa2024. Best session on repairing seacountry and inspiring talks by amsa travel award winners @IMASUTAS phd students @KelsieFractal @paulimim

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Excited to present my first data chapter experiment on turf proliferation on temperate reefs at @AMSAconf ! Exploring the dynamic interactions between kelp, long-spined urchins, and turf algae, and how these shifts are reshaping our marine ecosystems. @IMASUTAS

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Dr. Beth Strain @bethaniey15 delivered an inspiring talk at the @AMSAconf conference on the urgent need to restore endangered marine communities. Her insights into innovative restoration techniques offer hope for the future of our oceans. @IMASUTAS #MarineRestoration

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Just attended an incredible talk by @ScottDLing at @AMSAconf He discussed the fascinating role of predators in exerting top-down control on long-spine urchins and the potential to restore balance in marine ecosystems. Truly eye-opening! 🌊 @IMASUTAS #Temperatereef #UrchinControl

[AMSA-NSMSS 2024 Conference @AMSAconf]

Some very marine scientist who are also very talented artists were on show at last nights Welcome Function!
#amsanzmss2024
@amsa_marine

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Amazing talking about @blueeconomy in @seashells by @KellyHoareau from @IMASUTAS in the first day @AMSAconf

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

@MilanS0jitra Nice job! 🤩

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

Such an incredible experience have the opportunity to be in this amazing research station in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef! @IMASUTAS

[Orpheus Island Research Station - JCU @JCUOIRS]

🚨 PhD student @UTAS Paula Andrea Ruiz Ruiz focusing on Australian reef recovery, studying turf algal states that potentially signal reef collapse. Just set up experiments at 5 sites around Orpheus Island. Data collection begins in January!

#ScienceSunday #MarineBiology #Algae

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

🌊🚀 We are thrilled to announce the successful deployment of our underwater experiments around Orpheus Island Research Station! 🌊🔬 Huge shoutout to our dedicated team for their hard work and passion. Exciting discoveries await beneath the waves! 🌊💙 #MarineResearch #OrpheusIs

[MeerWissen Initiative @_MeerWissen]

📅Tomorrow, June 4th, is #Seaweed Day!

🌱Why should we care? Because seaweeds support marine ecosystems, provide #food and #habitat for marine life, and offer numerous benefits to human #health and #economic activities.

🛣️Check out @KelpAlliance roadmap: https://t.co/ykJ7mulGsj

[UN Ocean Decade @UNOceanDecade]

New @IocUnesco report with contributions from around 100 scientists from nearly 30 countries shows that:

🔴 The rate of ocean warming doubled in 20 years
🔴 The rate of sea level rise doubled in 30 years

👉https://t.co/9lmU1wgAvb

#WorldEnvironmentDay #WorldOceanDay

[Beth Strain @bethaniey15]

Lessons learnt from the @WorldHarbours @LivingSeawalls projects on #ecoengineering @marialvozzo
https://t.co/TSNGCQjkiI

[Paula Andrea Ruiz-Ruiz @paulimim]

"🌊🔬 Exciting news! Our team just completed the collection of our underwater experiments in Tasmania! 🙌 Can't wait to dive into the data and unveil the results soon! Stay tuned for some groundbreaking discoveries! 🌟 #IMASUTAS #PhDjourney #Tasmania #TeamWork

[Marine Ecology Progress Series (MEPS) @MEPS_IR]

Gametophytes of the acutely vulnerable kelp Macrocystis pyrifera exposed to 10.5-23.8°C revealed a fertilization bottleneck (18.8-23.6°C), emphazising urgent conservation for this ecologically vital species. #ClimateChange #KelpConservation #OceanHealth
https://t.co/dMoaipl9OR