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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health threat involving complex and not yet explored transmission processes between humans, animals, and the environment. Particularly the role of wildlife and the environment in the emergence, maintenance, dissemination, and transmission of AMR bacteria and antimicrobial resistance genes remains largely unknown.
MARRES aims to address this knowledge gap by studying AMR bacteria from grey and harbour seals in the North and Baltic Seas, as well as from seawater (environmental – eDNA). By utilizing advanced microbiological techniques, genome and metagenome sequencing, we will conduct targeted surveillance of these marine ecosystems.
Our approach will integrate available human and animal AMR data from the studied areas as well as global AMR data to place our findings into the One Health context. The marine ecosystems is increasingly recognized as crucial player in the global AMR context. Therefore, the project promises to reveal significant insights into the transmission pathways of AMR bacteria and determinants between humans, wildlife, and the environment.
Moreover, we will establish an AMR database related to marine mammals in the Baltic Sea. Our long-term goal is to initiate a transnational network connecting AMR experts and marine biologists across Europe. Implementing a harmonized AMR surveillance in marine ecosystems will significantly contribute to the development of AMR mitigation strategies and to public health.







One Health-Definition by OHHLEP - One Health High-Level Expert Panel

As defined by OHHLEP, One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals and ecosystems. It recognizes the health of humans, domestic and wild animals, plants, and the wider environment (including ecosystems) are closely linked and inter-dependent.
The approach mobilizes multiple sectors, disciplines and communities at varying levels of society to work together to foster well-being and tackle threats to health and ecosystems, while addressing the collective need for clean water, energy and air, safe and nutritious food, taking action on climate change, and contributing to sustainable development.