From the Blanes Canyon, a unique deep enclave more than 2,200 meters below sea level, to Puigmal, one of the highest mountains in the Pyrenees (2,910 meters above sea level), there are only about 100 kilometers in a straight line. This creates a gradient of more than 5,000 meters in altitude/depth and positions the CEAB as a unique setting for developing studies on the ecology of marine ecosystems (both coastal and deep waters) and inland waters (from high mountain lakes to river mouths).

The CEAB is an internationally recognized center for its research in aquatic ecosystem ecology. It is well positioned to advance knowledge and propose innovative solutions that help conserve biodiversity. As can be seen in this report, 2022 has been a very productive year. The studies developed in 2022 at the CEAB cover a wide range of disciplines: from taxonomy and genomics to mathematical modeling and functional ecology. This provides the center with a strategic advantage that contributes to international initiatives and networks of scientific collaborations, as well as participation in expert panels.

Some highlights from 2022:

• CEAB researchers have published a total of 125 scientific articles.
• We have a total of 51 active research projects.
• We are part of 14 European scientific projects.
• 45.4% of the CEAB staff are women.
• A total of 2 doctoral theses have been defended.
• We have participated in the European Ocean Night project along with the five marine research centers of CSIC.
• We have more than 4,000 followers on X, 1,000 on Facebook, and 1,000 on Instagram.