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  Juniper Publishers -  Journal of Oceanography Abstract The edible green seaweed  Ulva fasciata  which is abundant in Tanzania, is highly nutritious and can therefore help in curbing severe malnutrition currently reported in the country. Seaweeds on the other hand, are reported to be affected by temperature. This study was therefore aimed at investigating the effect of rising temperature on the nutritive value of  Ulva fasciata.  Samples were collected at the Oysterbay shoreline in Dar es Salaam and grown under controlled conditions at the University of Dar es Salaam. Growth rate and selected nutrients (proteins, vitamin A, carbohydrates, iron, phosphorus, calcium and potassium) were determined using standard analytical methods. Data analysis was done using Paleontological statistics (PAST) version 1.27, 1999-2012 package. The results show that temperature elevation caused a decline in growth rate of  Ulva fasciata.  Furthermore, its protein cont...

  Juniper Publishers -  Journal of Oceanography Abstract The primary purpose of this article is to supply definitive statements regarding current skills in seasonal prediction with emphasis on marine ecosystem indicators and how forecasts could be possibly used for societal benefit. To enhance skills and setting priorities toward the further development and application of the existing dynamical models for seasonal prediction one has to recognize that this kind of process necessarily requires robust interactions amongst the biophysical science and applications communities and a delicate balance between scientific feasibility and application requirements. Also, recommendations for improving seasonal prediction skills and enhancing the use of seasonal prediction information for applications are outlined. Go to Introduction A marine ecosystem is a complex nonlinear dynamical system, with significant spatial variability, strongly linked to the circulation of the atmosphere and ocea...