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Professor Colin Jago

Emeritus Professor

c.f.jago@bangor.ac.uk

+44 1248 382866

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Professor Colin Jago

View Professor Colin Jago’s profile on the Bangor Research Portal

Overview

I am the Dean of College of Natural Sciences and a Professor in the School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University. I completed my BSc (in Petroleum Geology) and PhD (on the sedimentology of modern beach and estuarine sediments of Carmarthen Bay, SW Wales) at Imperial College, University of London. I was then a postdoctoral fellow at the Wellcome Marine Laboratory, University of Leeds (1970-3), a research assistant in the Department of Oceanography, University of Southampton (1973-4), and a Royal Society Research Fellow at University College Galway, Ireland and Université de Perpignan, France (1974-6). I took up my post here in 1977.

Additional Contact Information

Dean of College

Room: 104 Marine Centre Wales orG7 Memorial Building

Phone: 01248 382603

E-mail: c.f.jago@bangor.ac.uk

Research Interests

My research interests encompass the sedimentary processes of continental margins from estuaries to continental slopes. My work has focussed on measuring lateral and vertical fluxes of sedimentary material (e.g. rate of infilling of estuarine sediments, settling flux of suspended matter on the shelf, cross-margin flux of suspended matter) and their relation to physical forcing (e.g. turbulence, resuspension, advection). These processes require an interdisciplinary approach and I am especially interested in biota-sediment interactions and their control of benthic-pelagic coupling: influence of micro- and macro-fauna on seabed properties and erosion rate, mediation of particle aggregation and settling flux by plankton. I also have an interest in sedimentary processes in the tropical lagoons of Mauritius. All of these studies have required the design and/or application of novel acoustic and optical technologies for remotely sensing sediment properties.

Research Groups

  • Catchment and Coastal Processes
  • Marine Ecology

Research Themes

  • Marine Optics
  • Coral Reef Biology, Ecology and Conservation
  • Coastal Zone Management and Conservation
  • Oceanographic remote sensing
  • Nutrient Influences on Catchment to Coast Processes
  • CASIX - Centre for observation of Air-Sea Interactions and Fluxes
  • MATSIS - Methods of Assessment of Trophic Status of the Irish Sea
  • Remote Sensing of Shallow Tropical Marine Ecosystems
  • Coral Reefs of Mauritius

Publications

2024

  • PublishedTrapping and bypassing of suspended particulate matter, particulate nutrients and faecal indicator organisms in the river-estuary transition zone of a shallow macrotidal estuary
    Jago, C., Robins, P., Howlett, E., Hassard, F., Rajko-Nenow, P., Jackson, S., Nguyen, C. & Malham, S., 20 Mar 2024, In: Science of the Total Environment. 917, 170343.
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2017

  • PublishedThe area-to-mass ratio and fractal dimension of marine flocs
    Bowers, D., McKee, D., Jago, C. & Nimmo-Smith, W. A. M., 5 Apr 2017, In: Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science. 189, p. 224-234
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2016

  • PublishedDecay rates of faecal indicator bacteria from sewage and ovine faeces in brackish and freshwater microcosms with contrasting suspended particulate matter concentrations
    Perkins, T. L., Perrow, K. A., Rajko-Nenow, P., Jago, C. F., Jones, D. L., Malham, S. K. & McDonald, J. E., 1 Dec 2016, In: Science of the Total Environment. 572, p. 1645-1652
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2015

  • PublishedImpact of climate change on UK estuaries: A review of past trends and potential projections
    Robins, P. E., Skov, M. W., Lewis, M. J., Gimenez, L., Davies, A. G., Malham, S. K., Neill, S. P., McDonald, J. E., Whitton, T. A., Jackson, S. E. & Jago, C. F., 17 Dec 2015, In: Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science. 169, p. 119-135
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedStratification in the presence of an axial convergent front: Causes and implications
    Howlett, E. R., Bowers, D. G., Malarkey, J. & Jago, C. F., 20 Apr 2015, In: Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science. 161, p. 1-10
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2014

  • PublishedSediment Composition Influences Spatial Variation in the Abundance of Human Pathogen Indicator Bacteria within an Estuarine Environment
    Perkins, T. L., Clements, K., Baas, J. H., Jago, C. F., Jones, D. L., Malham, S. K. & McDonald, J. E., 14 Nov 2014, In: PLoS ONE. 9, 11
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedThe interaction of human microbial pathogens, particulate material and nutrients in estuarine environments and their impacts on recreational and shellfish waters
    Malham, S. K., Rajko-Nenow, P., Howlett, E., Tuson, K. E., Perkins, T. L., Pallett, D. W., Wang, H., Jago, C. F., Jones, D. L. & McDonald, J. E., 7 Jul 2014, In: Environmental Science: Processes and Impacts. 16, p. 2145-2155
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2013

  • PublishedA simple method to determine the settling velocity distribution from settling velocity tubes
    Malarkey, J., Jago, C. F., Hubner, R. & Jones, S., 8 Feb 2013, In: Continental Shelf Research. 56, p. 82-89
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2011

  • PublishedLate Devensian and holocene relative sea-level change in North Wales, UK.
    Roberts, M. J., Scourse, J. D., Bennell, J. D., Huws, D. G., Jago, C. F. & Long, B. T., 1 Feb 2011, In: Quaternary Science. 26, 2, p. 141-155
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2008

  • PublishedMonitoring and modelling of the Irish Sea and Liverpool Bay: An overview and an SPM case study.
    Krivtsov, V., Howarth, M. J., Jones, S. E., Souza, A. J. & Jago, C. F., 24 Mar 2008, In: Ecological Modelling. 212, 1-2, p. 37-52
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedNearshore sediment characteristics and formation of mudbanks along the Kerala coast, southwest India.
    Narayana, A. C., Jago, C. F., Manojkumar, P. & Tatavarti, R., 20 Jun 2008, In: Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science. 78, 2, p. 341-352
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedThe influence of schlieren on in situ optical measurements used for particle characterization
    Mikkelsen, O. A., Milligan, T. G., Hill, P. S., Chant, R. J., Jago, C. F., Jones, S. E., Krivtsov, V. & Mitchelson-Jacob, E. G., 1 Mar 2008, In: Limnology and Oceanography - Methods. 6, p. 133-143
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedThe river-estuarine transition zone (RETZ) of the Afon Dyfi (West Wales) as test bed for sediment transfer between river catchments and coastal environments.
    Baas, J. H., Jago, C. F., Macklin, M. & CCCR Team, 1 Jan 2008.
    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

2007

  • PublishedSize and settling velocity of suspended flocs during a Phaeocystis bloom in the tidally-stirred Irish Sea, N W European shelf.
    Jago, C. F., Kennaway, G. M., Novarino, G. & Jones, S. E., 1 Jan 2007, In: Marine Ecology Progress Series. 345, p. 51-62
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedSuspended and bedload dynamics in a tidally influenced river: the river Dyfi, Wales, UK.
    Brewer, P., Vericat, D., Baas, J. H., Jago, C. F., Brasington, J., Wheaton, J. M. & Causer, F., 1 Jan 2007.
    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

2006

  • PublishedAn ephemeral turbidity maximum generated by resuspension of organic-rich matter in a macrotidal estaury, SW Wales.
    Jago, C. F., Ishak, A. K., Jones, S. E. & Goff, M. R., 1 Apr 2006, In: Estuaries and Coasts. 29, p. 197-208
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedTemporal variation of suspended particulate matter and turbulence in a high energy, tide-stirred, coastal sea: relative contributions of resuspension and disaggregation.
    Jago, C., Jones, S. E., Sykes, P. & Rippeth, T. P., 1 Nov 2006, In: Continental Shelf Research. 26, 17-18, p. 2019-2028
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2002

  • PublishedDiagnostic criteria for the reconstruction of tidal continental shelf regimes: changing the paradigm.
    Jago, C. F. & Jones, S. E., 1 Nov 2002, In: Marine Geology. 191, 3-4, p. 95-117
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedDynamics of suspended particles in coastal waters (southern North Sea) during a spring bloom.
    Mccandliss, R. R., Jones, S. E., Hearn, M., Latter, R. & Jago, C. F., 1 Jun 2002, In: Journal of Sea Research. 47, 3-4, p. 285-302
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedMicrobial and nutrient pollution of coastal bathing waters in Mauritius.
    Daby, D., Turner, J. R. & Jago, C. F., 1 Feb 2002, In: Environment International. 27, 7, p. 555-566
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedResuspension of benthic fluff by tidal currents in deep stratified waters, northern North Sea.
    Jago, C. F., Jones, S. E., Latter, R. J., Mccandliss, R. R., Hearn, M. R. & Howarth, M. J., 1 Dec 2002, In: Journal of Sea Research. 48, 4, p. 259-269
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

2000

  • PublishedQuantification of errors in transmissometer–derived concentration of suspended particulate matter in the coastal zone: implications for flux determinations.
    Jago, C. F. & Bull, C. F., 15 Oct 2000, In: Marine Geology. 169, 3-4, p. 273-286
    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
  • PublishedThe Mascarene Region
    Turner, J. R., Jago, C. F., Daby, D., Klaus, R. & Sheppard, C. R. (Editor), 1 Jan 2000, Seas at the Millenium: An Environmental Evaluation: An Environmental Evaluation. 2000 ed. Elsevier Science, p. 243-258
    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter

Projects

  • SEACAMS DEMO ZONE - Collaborative R & D

    01/07/2014 – 30/06/2015 (Finished)

  • SEACAMS DEMO ZONE - Development research activity

    01/07/2014 – 01/08/2022 (Finished)

  • SEACAMS DEMO ZONE - Enterprises Assisted

    01/07/2014 – 30/06/2015 (Finished)

  • Response of ES to coupled MN cycles from Source to Sea

    01/09/2012 – 01/08/2022 (Finished)

  • SEACAMS Collaborative R&D Projects

    01/05/2010 – 30/06/2015 (Finished)

  • SEACAMS Development and Preparation

    01/05/2010 – 01/08/2022 (Finished)

    Description

    SEACAMS2 project supports developing economic opportunities in Low Carbon, Energy and Environment through specialisation in commercial application of research and innovation in marine renewable energy (MRE), climate change resilience and resource efficiency in Wales. The £17m project, a partnership between Bangor University and Swansea University, is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund and focuses on the convergence region of Wales. The MRE industry has been quick to identify Wales' significant potential marine energy resource: along the Welsh coast are regions with high tidal ranges (for tidal lagoons), fast tidal currents (for tidal stream energy), and waters exposed to considerable wave action (for wave energy devices). A multi-disciplinary team of marine scientists on the SEACAMS2 project are working with MRE enterprises in Wales, conducting collaborative Research, Development & Innovation (RD&I) initiatives. As part of this, new data are also being gathered from a system of comprehensive coastal observatories - instrumented benthic landers and moored platforms - deployed in coastal regions identified as potential sites for MRE developments. Along with the dedicated SEACAMS2 research staff and world leading academics at the School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University, the project also has access to research platforms such as the RV Prince Madog and small boat fleet. Available for use in Marine Centre Wales are conference facilities, meeting rooms, a lecture theatre, laboratories and aquaria. iMarDis (Integrated Marine Data and Information Systems) is a new data and knowledge infrastructure that is being set up at the core of SEACAMS2, to fully capitalise on the project outputs, integrate its data systems, and provide useful data products for industry users.

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  • SEACAMS EMS & EqOpp Cross Cutting Themes

    01/05/2010 – 30/06/2015 (Finished)

  • SEACAMS Enterprises Assisted

    01/05/2010 – 30/06/2015 (Finished)

  • SEACAMS Individuals Assisted

    01/05/2010 – 30/06/2015 (Finished)

    Description

    SEACAMS2 project supports developing economic opportunities in Low Carbon, Energy and Environment through specialisation in commercial application of research and innovation in marine renewable energy (MRE), climate change resilience and resource efficiency in Wales. The £17m project, a partnership between Bangor University and Swansea University, is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund and focuses on the convergence region of Wales. The MRE industry has been quick to identify Wales' significant potential marine energy resource: along the Welsh coast are regions with high tidal ranges (for tidal lagoons), fast tidal currents (for tidal stream energy), and waters exposed to considerable wave action (for wave energy devices). A multi-disciplinary team of marine scientists on the SEACAMS2 project are working with MRE enterprises in Wales, conducting collaborative Research, Development & Innovation (RD&I) initiatives. As part of this, new data are also being gathered from a system of comprehensive coastal observatories - instrumented benthic landers and moored platforms - deployed in coastal regions identified as potential sites for MRE developments. Along with the dedicated SEACAMS2 research staff and world leading academics at the School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University, the project also has access to research platforms such as the RV Prince Madog and small boat fleet. Available for use in Marine Centre Wales are conference facilities, meeting rooms, a lecture theatre, laboratories and aquaria. iMarDis (Integrated Marine Data and Information Systems) is a new data and knowledge infrastructure that is being set up at the core of SEACAMS2, to fully capitalise on the project outputs, integrate its data systems, and provide useful data products for industry users.

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  • Impacts of hydrological variability on material transfers through the River-Estuary Transition Zone

    01/10/2009 – 21/08/2014 (Finished)

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