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 The ocean is the heartbeat of Earth.

It produces more than half of the world’s oxygen, absorbs 90% of excess global heat, feeds billions of people, and regulates the climate. Yet today, this precious ecosystem is under attack from pollution, illegal fishing, climate change, plastic waste, coral bleaching, vessel collisions, and industrial exploitation.

Dr. Sarat Mohapatra | Engineering | Innovative Research Award #researchawards #fosawards

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Sarat Mohapatra!

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Sarat Mohapatra, Assistant Researcher at the Centre for Marine Technology and Ocean Engineering (CENTEC) Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon, Portugal, for being honored with the Innovative Research Award at the prestigious International Forensic Scientist Awards 2025.

This recognition celebrates Dr. Sarat Mohapatra’s outstanding contributions to marine hydrodynamics, hydroelasticity, and ocean renewable energy systems. His pioneering work in fluid–structure interaction, wave–structure dynamics, and hydroelastic modeling has redefined modern approaches to offshore engineering and sustainable marine technologies.

Supported by the Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT) and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), Dr. Mohapatra’s research has made a lasting impact on the advancement of blue economy initiatives and renewable ocean energy systems. His dedication to innovation, sustainability, and academic excellence exemplifies the spirit of this award.

We proudly celebrate his achievement and look forward to his continued leadership in advancing global marine and ocean engineering research. 🌍

🔗 Learn more: forensicscientist.org 📧 Contact: [email protected]

We’re so proud of the leading-edge research and success of our local experts in ocean technology. In recent years, Nova Scotia has attracted over 200 local companies and institutions developing ocean-related products and services.

The sector is further supported by the tremendous energy potential in the Bay of Fundy and associated work through the Fundy Ocean Research Center for Energy.