Emyr Martyn Roberts

Dr. Emyr Martyn Roberts holds a Lecturer position in Biological Oceanography at Bangor University's School of Ocean Sciences since 2024. With a background in Physical Oceanography (PhD, 2015) and Ocean Science (BSc, 2010), he bridges Physics and Marine Ecology in his research.

• Education:
  • PhD in Physical Oceanography (Bangor University, 2015)
  • BSc in Ocean Science (Bangor University, 2010)
  • Physics minor (University of Durham, 2008)

His research explores the intersection of Physical Oceanography and Marine Ecology, focusing on:

• Marine optics and primary productivity
• Physical-biological coupling in marine ecosystems
• Deep-sea sponge ground dynamics
• Climate change impacts on ocean circulation

Recent publications highlight his work on Arctic sponge grounds, deep-sea biodiversity, and ocean-climate interactions. His research combines observational science with modeling across diverse environments from Nordic Seas to Mozambique.

Active in science communication, he co-authored the undergraduate textbook Tides: A Very Short Introduction (OUP, 2020). Supervision includes students working on:

• Arctic sponge ecology
• Seabed light dynamics
• Deep-sea community behavior
• Climate-ocean interactions

Current projects include the QUICCHE initiative on Agulhas leakage and ArctiCONNECT examining Arctic climate connections. His work spans from optical measurements to global climate implications.