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Victoria Bell
@vebell.bsky.social
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Marine conservationist working in digital science communications
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Reposted by Victoria Bell
phineas.bsky.social
Oh to be a previously unknown
carnivorous sponge in the depths of the southern oceans
Carnivorous ‘death ball’ sponge among new species found in depths of Southern Ocean
Researchers previously took first confirmed footage of a juvenile colossal squid in scarcely explored habitat
www.theguardian.com
October 29, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
icesmarine.bsky.social
📢Do you know an early-career scientist whose work should take centre stage?
Nominate them to be our early-career scientist keynote speaker at ICES ASC 2026.
Deadline for nominations: 2 November ⏰
ℹ️https://www.ices.dk/news-and-events/news-archive/news/Pages/ECSasc26Keynote.aspx

#SIIECS
October 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
taotaotasi.bsky.social
You can still register for the virtual event here

DM me if you want tickets for in-person

www.americanprogress.org/events/ocean...
Ocean Progress Symposium 2025: Advancing Conservation Close to Shore
Please join the Center for American Progress for an event to explore how to navigate ocean conservation in the United States for the next four years.
www.americanprogress.org
October 14, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
oceantracking.bsky.social
Tune into OTN’s study hall on Thursday to explore data analysis tools, methods and solutions with the OTN data team and peers from around the globe! Learn more: oceantrackingnetwork.org/study-hall/
February 18, 2025 at 8:10 PM
vebell.bsky.social
New handbook for Galápagos Marine Reserve managers! Learn how structured decision-making refines objectives, targets resources, and builds trust with communities.Case studies + practical tools = smarter conservation.
Available in English & Spanish!
globalfutures.asu.edu/center-for-b...
Handbooks - Center for Biodiversity Outcomes
Learn about several guides to aid in conservation efforts.
globalfutures.asu.edu
February 4, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
emilyknight.bsky.social
🦑New blog from @vebell.bsky.social up on Cross Currents: Bridging Indigenous, Local, and Western Knowledge for Climate-Ready Marine Protected Areas www.lenfestocean.org/en/news-and-...
Bridging Indigenous, Local, and Western Knowledge for Climate-Ready Marine Protected Areas
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) hold immense potential to support marine ecosystems and sustain livelihoods in the face of climate change.
www.lenfestocean.org
January 23, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
drangelborja.bsky.social
Do you know additional marine journals accounts to be added to this pack? let me know them!

#MarineEcology

go.bsky.app/FPUKZez
January 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
whysharksmatter.bsky.social
If you are a scientist (including graduate students) or professional science communicator who is at least 18 years old and are using Bluesky for any kind of professional purposes, please consider taking our survey.

Link:

umiami.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

Please help share. 🧪🌎 #SciComm
Scientists at the University of Miami are carrying out a research study on how scientists use online platforms like Twitter/X and Bluesky. If you are 18 years of age or older and are a scientist who uses these platforms for professional purposes, please click the link below to complete a short survey. If you are interested in learning more about this research study, please e-mail us at Julia.wester @ miami.edu. In the body of your email please provide your full name, and if you would prefer to be contacted by phone, your phone number and the best time to reach you. Contacting us for more information does not commit you to participating, and should you decide to participate you may terminate your participation at any time.
December 30, 2024 at 3:04 PM
vebell.bsky.social
The world is a dark place, please enjoy this video of a manta I took last week. #IgnoreTheCameraShakeIWasExcited #MantaRay #KomodoIsland #SCUBADiving #Indonesia #MarineLife
December 6, 2024 at 4:38 PM
vebell.bsky.social
Explore Indigenous-led efforts to restore the Anahola coastline in Kauaʻi. Learn how Kānaka Oiwi are revitalizing ancestral ties, knowledge systems, & practices to create a sustainable future. youtu.be/j_xyb03Gkss?... #IndigenousKnowledge #CoastalRestoration #AncestralConnections #SustainableFutures
Webinar Recording: Indigenous (Re)envisioning and Restoration of Anahola Seascapes
YouTube video by Lenfest Ocean Program
youtu.be
December 6, 2024 at 12:13 AM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
elizabeth-steyn.bsky.social
My latest piece on #deepseamining

theconversation.com/deep-seabed-...
Deep seabed mining: Bad for biodiversity and terrible for the economy
Deep seabed mining is already controversial because of inherent environmental and biodiversity risks. A new study shows that its economic impacts may hit even harder.
theconversation.com
December 5, 2024 at 2:43 AM
vebell.bsky.social
Indigenous (Re)envisioning and Restoration of Anahola Seascapes: Today we’re spotlighting efforts to restore the Anahola coastline, guided by Kānaka Oiwi traditions. Join us to learn how cultural heritage is shaping sustainable futures.

📅 Dec 4, 4pm ET / 1pm PT
🔗 us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
December 4, 2024 at 6:22 PM
vebell.bsky.social
Today at 4pm ET / 1pm PT: Join us for a conversation on the Indigenous-led restoration of the Anahola coastline in Kauaʻi. Explore how Kānaka Oiwi are revitalizing ancestral ties to land & sea to create a sustainable, equitable future.
Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#IndigenousKnowledge
December 4, 2024 at 3:45 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
taotaotasi.bsky.social
Meet some of the people advocating for 30x30 and marine protected areas

Who am I missing?

go.bsky.app/FpG4eqU
December 2, 2024 at 11:23 AM
vebell.bsky.social
🐟 Changing Climate, Changing Habitats
Reefs are transforming under climate change, impacting ecosystems and communities. Dive into innovative research from Bonaire & Japan tackling these challenges head-on. #MPA #ClimateResilience #MarineConservation
🔗 Read more: www.lenfestocean.org/en/news-and-...
Changing Climate Changes Habitats: Assessing and Addressing Climate Impacts on Reefs
Habitat-forming species such as hard corals, seagrass beds, and kelp are central to the health of marine ecosystems as they generate habitat structure, complexity, and seascapes for marine life. They ...
www.lenfestocean.org
December 3, 2024 at 7:20 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
whysharksmatter.bsky.social
🧪🦑🌎🦈🐟

Folks, a huge new global shark conservation report just dropped. You should read it, and follow @iucnshark.bsky.social as they share highlights.
iucnshark.bsky.social IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group @iucnshark.bsky.social · Dec 2
BREAKING: The IUCN Species Survival Commission Shark Specialist Group has released a new report on the global conservation status of sharks and their relatives.

portals.iucn.org/library/node...
Cover of the new "global status of sharks, rays, and chimaeras" report
December 2, 2024 at 11:45 AM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
deepseaconserve.bsky.social
🇳🇴 The DSCC welcomes the Norwegian Government’s decision to pause licensing for #DeepSeaMining.

We call on Norway to respect its commitment to ocean protection and urge the international community to unite under a moratorium call. #DefendTheDeep
deep-sea-conservation.org/norwegian-gove…
Norway decides to pause deep-sea mining
The Norwegian Government has decided to pause its first licensing round for deep-sea mining.
deep-sea-conservation.org
December 3, 2024 at 4:44 PM
vebell.bsky.social
🌊 Explore the revitalization of loxiwe (clam gardens), ancient mariculture sites that sustain marine habitats and food sources. Learn how Indigenous stewardship and science are shaping modern conservation. Check out the recent webinar: youtu.be/4-KvO-aRtOQ?...
Webinar Recording: Living Loxiwe: Revitalizing Clam Gardening Practices in Northern Quadra Island
YouTube video by Lenfest Ocean Program
youtu.be
December 3, 2024 at 4:25 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
tapani-hopkins.bsky.social
Altmetric now tracking Bluesky. 🥳 For those not in the know, this is the academic version of getting likes on your posts. "Ooh 24 posts on social media mentioned my article", kind of thing.

Like likes, it's not actually important information, we try to kid ourselves while refreshing the page. 🧪
altmetric.com Altmetric @altmetric.com · Dec 3
Let's talk numbers: To date, since Oct 25th, we have found 395,000 Bluesky posts that link to a research paper or other research object that has a scholarly identifier like a DOI, PubMed ID, URN etc

This is enormously high for a platform that has only been open since Feb to general sign-ups.
December 3, 2024 at 3:28 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
washingtonpost.com
The Supreme Court on Wednesday will consider for the first time whether states can ban certain gender transition medical treatments for young people — a closely watched case brought by three transgender teens, their parents and a doctor, all seeking to ensure health care access they say is critical.
Supreme Court to weigh bans on puberty blockers, hormones for trans teens
The Supreme Court case centers on Tennessee’s ban on puberty blockers and hormone treatments, which trans patients call lifesaving and the state made illegal.
wapo.st
December 3, 2024 at 3:33 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
karaestellepowers.bsky.social
Science Magazine is now posting on Bluesky @science.org! We’re kicking things off with this beautiful News Feature on the global food trade. Give us a follow here if you haven’t already, and stay tuned as we share more research, commentary, news, and visuals from the Science family of journals.
December 3, 2024 at 3:08 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
bsky.app
Scientists, academics, researchers: We’re excited to share that @altmetric.com is now tracking mentions of your research on Bluesky! 🧪
altmetric.com Altmetric @altmetric.com · Dec 3
There are already many articles for which there is more attention on Bluesky than on other comparable micro-blogging sites, meaning the academic community and the general public have clearly adopted Bluesky as one of its core places to disseminate and discuss new research.

A Place of Joy.
‘A place of joy’: why scientists are joining the rush to Bluesky Researchers say the social-media platform — an alternative to X — offers more control over the content they see and the people they engage with.: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-03784-6
December 3, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
kaylajripple.bsky.social
New photoblog from @vebell.bsky.social about her adventures exploring the proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Heritage Sanctuary and meeting the people behind the work #ocean #marinescience
www.lenfestocean.org/en/news-and-...
Exploring the Proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary
In a landmark move that could pave the way for the first-ever Tribally Nominated sanctuary, the proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (CHNMS) is inching closer to official designation.
www.lenfestocean.org
December 18, 2023 at 3:53 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
emilyknight.bsky.social
Exploring the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary - new blog by @vebell.bsky.social. "This blog highlights a story of collaboration, community engagement, and scientific discovery that defines this initiative."
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December 18, 2023 at 2:15 PM
Reposted by Victoria Bell
miriamgoldstein.bsky.social
Check out the @usatoday.com article on the new federal Ocean Justice Strategy!
Biden Administration announces first-ever Ocean Justice Strategy. What's that?
The new strategy includes marginalized groups, including Black, Latino and Native communities.
www.usatoday.com
December 8, 2023 at 2:56 PM