Core Insights - The article discusses the increasing frequency of local marine ecological disasters caused by the abnormal proliferation of species such as starfish, white mud snails, and jellyfish, which negatively impact coastal industries, tourism, and aquaculture [2][4] - The North Sea Bureau has initiated a key project focused on the research and application of early warning technologies for local biological outbreaks, aiming to enhance ecological safety and marine resource management in the North Sea region [2][4] Group 1: Research and Monitoring - The North Sea Bureau's ecological center is conducting specialized investigations and monitoring of the reproductive periods and outbreak phases of starfish and white mud snails, utilizing advanced technologies like environmental DNA and stable isotopes [4][7] - Research has identified critical time nodes and methods for managing outbreaks of starfish and white mud snails, which are detrimental to clam farming in Jiaozhou Bay [4][7] Group 2: System Development - A monitoring and early warning system has been established, focusing on various indicators related to the occurrence of biological disasters, including harmful species, marine environment, and human activities [7] - This system aims to standardize monitoring practices and improve the response capabilities to local ecological disasters, filling existing gaps in the field [7] Group 3: Application and Impact - Research outcomes have been translated into practical applications, including the support of key R&D plans, the establishment of industry standards, and the granting of patents [9] - Since 2024, these research results will be piloted in Qingdao, with over ten early warning bulletins issued to support the sustainable development of the Jiaozhou Bay clam farming industry and ensure the safety of Qingdao's power facility water intake [9]