Ana Širović is a researcher at the Marine Physical Laboratory of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Her primary research expertise lies in the area of marine bioacoustics. She focuses on the use of acoustic methods and technologies to promote a better understanding of highly exploited and endangered marine species such as marine mammals and commercially important fish species.
Additionally, Dr. Širović is interested in ocean noise and the interactions between the noise and animals, specifically the effects anthropogenic activities have on marine organisms.
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