Transfer Capabilities

IIMyC transfer activities

The Instituto de Investigaciones Marinas y Costeras (IIMyC, CONICET - UNMdP) provides scientific and technological transfer to the public and private sectors through services, consulting, and agreements. Its more than 30 research groups with expertise across a broad range of topics enable it to address complex challenges in environmental and productive sustainability with comprehensive, evidence-based solutions.

The IIMyC develops an intense transfer of scientific and technological knowledge. Most of the research groups within the Institute carry out knowledge transfer. The IIMyC's wide range of topics and associated capabilities, as a result of its size, also translates into a diversity of transfer activities, which on the other hand are carried out both in the private and public sectors, business (national and international), government (national, provincial and municipal), and intermediate societies (NGOs). These transfer activities are carried out through different administrative channels such as High Level Technological Services (STAN) and Service Agreements, either by CONICET or by the UNMdP.

In addition, the IIMyC has developed a system of scientific-technical reports, with editing and publication rules and ISSN number, which are a useful support for the transfer activities carried out at the Institute (Technical Reports).

The Institute's transfer capabilities have been consolidated in the following seven areas, which are described below:

Research and transfer in ecotoxicology

Groundwater assessment and determination of stable isotopes in water

Advice and calculation/estimation of carbon footprint, stock and carbon balance for companies

Biological and environmental assessments and development of environmental baselines for marine-coastal exploration and development

Coastal management research and advice

Biological and environmental assessments in support of certification and fisheries management improvement programs

Research and technological development for the revaluation and innovation of fishery by-products

STAN (High-Level Technological Services) offered at IIMYC

Below is a list of current and active STAN services provided by IIMyC. Most of these fall within the Institute’s 7 most prominent research themes, though some extend beyond these areas, demonstrating additional capabilities. Depending on the needs and demands of interested parties, we can apply an existing STAN or, when necessary, develop a new one tailored to specific requirements.

Code	High-Level Technological Service Title
ST6144	Identification and quantification of ichthyofauna
ST3298	Advisory services on the development of Geographic Information Systems and spatial analysis
ST4409	Advisory services on marine trophic networks in a context of fishing exploitation
ST5378	Course on spatial data analysis using QGIS and R
ST2197	Advisory services on the current status, relevance and consistency of the action plan imposed for the Certification of the Patagonian scallop fishery (Zigochlamys patagonica) by the MSC
ST3720	Monitoring of marine mammals in contact with seismic vessels
ST5958	Training of observers for data collection on interaction and incidental mortality of seabirds associated with the southern king crab fishery (Lithodes santolla) certified by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
ST5998	Analysis of data obtained by onboard observers on levels of interaction and incidental mortality of seabirds associated with fishing activity
ST1928	Optimization of nutritional quality of feed for fish and crustacean farming
ST1929	Non-traditional enzymes for the food industry
ST6890	Training in the development of Management Plans for Protected Natural Areas
ST6462	Training course «Introduction to the taxonomic, biological and ecological study of sea anemones (Cnidaria, Anthozoa, Actiniaria)»
ST4832	Advisory services on human environmental impact on the diversity of coastal benthic marine communities
ST6908	Assessment of fishery resources
ST6640	Determination of polymer composition in plastic materials by infrared spectroscopy
ST5985	Determination and quantification of aquatic organisms in inland waters
ST1803	Advisory services for obtaining and/or maintaining fishery sustainability certifications
ST5264	Advisory services on calculation/estimation of carbon footprint for fishing companies and on actions aimed at its reduction through natural grassland management
ST1265	Landscape ecology analysis
ST5236	Estimation of the efficiency of fishing gear for catching benthic resources
ST4162	Refining of Edible Oils
ST4163	Extraction and characterization of edible oils
ST1354	Pollen identification and counting
ST6128	Identification and characterization of coastal, estuarine and/or marine benthic communities
ST5394	Scientific advisory services to guide migratory bird conservation actions
ST4638	Determination of stable isotopes in water
ST3165	Valorization of fishery by-products
ST3196	Proximate chemical analysis of food
ST3197	Enzymatic Degumming of Oil
ST3703	Course on marine technology and biotechnology
ST3856	Quality and freshness analysis of marine resources and products
ST5058	Comprehensive advisory services on issues related to technology, valorization and innovation of fishery products
ST6199	Amino acid profile in biological and food matrices
ST6900	Analysis of fats and oils
ST5086	Refresher course on ecotoxicology of agrochemicals
ST3080	Analysis of xenobiotics in fish muscle
ST4545	Quality analysis of fishery waste for the production of value-added by-products
ST5765	Scientific advisory services on environmental pollution
ST5454	Preparation of an environmental baseline report on marine vertebrates in a specified marine area
ST2949	Advisory services for the conservation and sustainable use of ichthyic species biodiversity in ecoregions
ST3541	Environmental assessment of aquatic ecosystems
ST4737	Statistical analysis of assemblages and interaction levels of seabirds associated with the Patagonian scallop fishery certified by the MSC
ST6916	Identification of vascular plant specimens provided by the contractor
ST3191	Introductory course to generalized linear models (GLM): an applied approach using R
ST6997	Training on parasites in marine fishery products from Argentina
STXXX	Silages – Valorization of fishery by-products
STXXX	Fatty acid profile
ST7089	Advisory services for environmental zoning for vehicle use in beach and dune sectors

Agreements Conducted at IIMYC (Last 10 Years)

Originating from CONICET:
PR4161 Assessment of interactions and mitigation measures to reduce seabird and marine mammal bycatch in southern freezer trawlers, midwater trawlers, and king crab fishing vessels. FAO.
PR5071 Effects of Ocean Acidification on Patagonian scallop (Zygochlamys patagonica) through experimental approaches. INIDEP.
PR5126 Feasibility analysis for substitute products, including identification of barriers and impact of socioeconomic prohibitions, plus socioeconomic reporting on mercury-added products covered by the Minamata Convention. INTI, IADO, CINDECA, IIESS, IIMYC, CIFICEN.
PR5496 Development proposal for an Environmental Geographic Information System of the coastal area in Lobería District. Lobería Municipality.
PR5794 Promotion of collaborative learning spaces and processes to develop new techno-productive capacities. Ministry of Social Development.
PR5752 Integrated conservation plan development for biodiversity and ecosystem services in Mar del Plata and surrounding areas, incorporating urban green spaces and connecting productive terrestrial landscapes with protected areas. Ministry of Environment.
PR5939 Transfer of Patagonian scallop (Zygochlamys patagonica) samples (n=150) from CONICET to RECIPIENT, collected in Management Unit B (Northern zone, 39°20’S) on the continental slope, Argentina. University of California – Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO-UCSD).
PR6342 Blue carbon sequestration potential analysis for the coastal-marine ecosystem of Chubut Province. The Nature Conservancy – TNC

Originating from FCEyN/UNMdP:
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Pollution
– Short-term basic contracts
Environmental Geology
– Technical advisory agreement between Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences – Environmental Geology Group – and Quequén Port Management Consortium (OCA No.1533/2020)
Microbiology Laboratory
– Technical advisory contracts between Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences – Microbiology Laboratory Group – and Beniplast S.A. (OCA No. 360/2022, OCA No. 644/23, and pending contract -2025-)
– Short-term basic contracts