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Istanbul University has initiated the Pasalimanı Island Harmanlı Bay Project, using AI, satellite imagery, and drones to monitor endangered seagrass meadows along the Balıkesir coast in western Türkiye. The project addresses threats such as rising sea temperatures and marine pollution, with data verified by underwater research. Seagrass meadows, particularly Posidonia oceanica, are vital for carbon sequestration and marine habitats, but their slow growth necessitates continuous monitoring to mitigate human impact.