Andrew Dale

Andrew Dale is a physical oceanographer and researcher at the Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS), part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Baroclinic Coastal Trapped Waves from the University of Wales (1996). His current roles include leading projects such as COMPASS (monitoring marine ecosystems between Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland) and AlterECO (assessing marine ecosystem functioning). He also contributed to Windy HABs, focusing on harmful algal blooms' impact on aquaculture.

Research interests span physical oceanography, coastal and deep-sea dynamics, and the implications of flow processes on marine environments. His work bridges theoretical models with real-world applications, including environmental monitoring, plastic pollution, and climate change impacts. Projects are funded by EU Interreg, NERC, BBSRC, and DEFRA. He collaborates globally on initiatives such as the MIDAS project (Deep-Sea Mining Impacts).

Key contributions include studies on deep-sea mining recovery, trawl fishing's role in plastic pollution, and collision risk modeling for marine animals. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing environmental protection and sustainable resource management.

Publications span topics like sediment transport in fjords, harmful algal blooms, and plastic pollution dynamics. He actively engages in outreach, including BBC documentaries, school lectures, and international conferences like the European Geophysical Union Assembly.