Huang Shuning, Mertens Kenneth, Derrien Amelie, David Ophelie, Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Cao Xiuyun, Cabrini Marina, Klisarova Daniela, Gu Haifeng (2025). Gonyaulax montresoriae sp. nov. (Dinophyceae) from the Adriatic Sea produces predominantly yessotoxin . Harmful Algae , 141, 102761 (12p.) . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2024.102761

Lundholm Nina, Churro Catarina, Escalera Laura, Hoppenrath Mona, Iwataki Mitsunori, Larsen Jacob, Mertens Kenneth, Moestrup Ojvind, Murray Shauna, Salas Rafael, Tillmann Urban, Zingone Adraiana (2024). New toxic species – and what about their names ? News from the IOC-UNESCO Task Team on Algal Taxonomy . Harmful Algae News. An IOC Newsletter on Toxic Algae and Algal Blooms , (77), 1-3 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14363544 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00927/103925/

Duval Audrey, Cochet Ewenn, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Chomerat Nicolas, Lassudrie Malwenn, Bilien Gwenael, Piquet Jean-Come, Derrien Amelie, Mertens Kenneth, Iglesias Samuel (2024). Outbreak of an unknown flagellate and a massive European conger eel mortality event in late summer 2024 in La Forêt Bay (Brittany France) . Harmful Algae News. An IOC Newsletter on Toxic Algae and Algal Blooms , (77), 7-8 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14363825 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00927/103926/

Gu Haifeng, Tian Qirui, Mertens Kenneth, Derrien Amelie, Chomérat Nicolas, Wang Na, He Haisong, Uttayarnmanee Praderm (2024). Biodiversity study of the genus Bysmatrum from the South China Sea and France reveals a new benthic dinoflagellate, Bysmatrum ingrilense sp. nov . (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae) . Phycologia , 63(5), 490-501 . https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2024.2400043

Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Mertens Kenneth, Du Yoo Yeong, Youn Joo Yeon, Lee Minji, Gu Haifeng (2024). Morphology and molecular phylogeny of Gonyaulax kunsanensis sp. nov. (Gonyaulacales, Dinophyceae) from Korean coastal waters . Botanica Marina , 67(4), 385-400 . https://doi.org/10.1515/bot-2023-0106

Nézan Elisabeth, Bilien Gwenael, Chomérat Nicolas, Derrien Amelie, Duval Audrey, Nicolau Elodie, Van De Vijver Bart, Zentz Frédéric, Mertens Kenneth (2024). Analysis of Amphora ostrearia var. minor Grunow, a blooming marine diatom (Bacillariophyceae) in French Atlantic coastal waters and its transfer to the genus Tetramphora . Diatom Research , 39(3), 107-122 . https://doi.org/10.1080/0269249X.2024.2369050

Mertens Kenneth, Meyvisch Pjotr, Gurdebeke Pieter, Pospelova Vera, Matsuoka Kazumi, Bilien Gwenael, Gu Haifeng, Yamaguchi Aika (2024). New investigation of the cyst-motile relationship for Votadinium spinosum reveals a Protoperidinium claudicans species complex (Dinophyceae, Peridiniales) . Palynology , 48(3), 2303170 (23p.) . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2024.2303170

Biessy Laura, Pearman John K., Mertens Kenneth, Réveillon Damien, Savar Veronique, Hess Philipp, Hampton Hannah, Thompson Lucy, Lebrun Luc, Terre-Terrillon Aouregan, Smith Kirsty F. (2024). Sudden peak in tetrodotoxin in French oysters during the summer of 2021: Source investigation using microscopy, metabarcoding and droplet digital PCR . Toxicon , 243, 107721 (13p.) . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.toxicon.2024.107721

Head Martin J., Mertens Kenneth, Fensome Robert A. (2024). Dual nomenclature in organic-walled dinoflagellate cysts I: concepts, methods and applications . Palynology , 48(2), 2290200 (26p.) . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2023.2290200

Head Martin J., Mertens Kenneth, Fensome Robert A. (2024). Dual nomenclature in organic-walled dinoflagellate cysts II: Spiniferites elongatus and S. membranaceus, and their equivalent non-fossil species Gonyaulax ovum comb. nov. and G. lewisiae sp. nov. Palynology , 48(2), 2300838 (?p.) . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2023.2300838

Head Martin J., Fensome Robert A., Mertens Kenneth, Herendeen Patrick S. (2024). Critique of Proposals 258–260 to eliminate contradiction between Articles 11.7 and 11.8 and to equate non-fossil with fossil names of dinophytes for purposes of priority, by Elbrächter & al. (2023), and ensuing recommendations . Taxon , 73(1), 405-407 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1002/tax.13128 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00875/98721/

Gu Haifeng, Zheng Jing, Huang Shuning, Morquecho Lourdes, Krock Bernd, Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Derrien Amelie, Mertens Kenneth (2024). A new dinoflagellate Gonyaulax pospelovana with resting cysts resembling Spiniferites delicatus and its biogeography and ecology revealed by DNA metabarcoding . Phycologia , 63(1), 74-88 . https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2023.2293311

Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Réveillon Damien, Savar Veronique, Hess Philipp, Mertens Kenneth Neil, Yoon Joo Youn, Shin Kyoungsoon, Lee Jihoon, Shin A-Young, Byun Eunjung, Yoo Yeong Du, Son Moon Ho, Lee Minji, Seo Min Ho (2024). Toxic dinoflagellate Centrodinium punctatum (Cleve) F.J.R. Taylor: an examination on the responses in growth and toxin contents to drastic changes of temperature and salinity . Harmful Algae , 131, 102559 (10p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2023.102559 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00867/97930/

Li Zhen, Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Chang Alice S., Wu Yongsheng . A 12,000-Year Dinoflagellate Cyst Record on the Vancouver Island Margin, Canada: Tracing Past Climatic, Primary Productivity and Oceanographic Conditions . Preprint IN PRESS . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5009237 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00924/103634/

Cuif Marion (coord.), Amouroux Isabelle, Bruneau Audrey, Deborde Jonathan, Devreker David, Herlory Olivier, Grouhel Anne, Hernandez Farinas Tania, Menet Florence, Mertens Kenneth, Carlier Antoine, Robert Alexandre, Bertignac Michel, Doray Mathieu, Fabri-Ruiz Salome, Fifas Spyros, Rouyer Tristan, Vaz Sandrine, Vogel Camille (2023). Observations de l’Ifremer sur le projet de cahier des charges pour la réalisation de l’état initial de l’environnement des zones de projets éoliens en mer qui seront identifiées à l’issue du débat public . Ministère de la transition énergétique, Direction Générale de l'Energie et du Climat, , Ref. PDG/APP-2023.12 , 19p. https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00877/98851/

Plessis Loic, Gorse Leana, Lhaute Korian, Paradis Margaux, Pinilla Miriam, Hervé Fabienne, Mertens Kenneth, Derrien Amelie, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Chomerat Nicolas, Bilien Gwenael, Henras Anthony, Reveillon Damien, Bredif Stephanie, Brehmer Patrice, Meunier Etienne, Hess Philipp (2023). Portimine from Vulcanodinium rugosum induces severe pyroptosis in primary skin cells through ribotoxic stress response (RSR) . ICHA 2023 - 20th International Conference on Harmful Algae. November 5-10, 2023, Hiroshima, Japan .

Mertens Kenneth, Piquet Jean-Come (2023). Réponse de l'Ifremer à la demande d'expertise de SETEC sur l'analyse de kystes de microalgues dans le port de Dinard . SETEC, La Forêt Fouesnant , Ref. Ifremer-ODE/UL/LER-BO/2023-086 - Votre mail du 22/06/23 , 2p., 8p.

Meyvisch Pjotr, Mertens Kenneth, Gurdebeke Pieter Roger, Sandt Christophe, Pospelova Vera, Vrielinck Henk, Borondics Ferenc, Louwye Stephen (2023). Does dinocyst wall composition really reflect trophic affinity? New evidence from ATR micro‐FTIR spectroscopy measurements . Journal Of Phycology , 59(5), 1064-1084 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.13382 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00851/96259/

Telesiński Maciej M., Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Kucharska Małgorzata, Zajączkowski Marek (2023). Dinoflagellate cysts and benthic foraminifera from surface sediments of Svalbard fjords and shelves as paleoenvironmental indicators . Oceanologia , 65(4), 571-594 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.oceano.2023.06.007 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00844/95643/

Cuif Marion (coord.), Bernard Guillaume, Le Fur Ines, Bertignac Michel, Laurans Martial, Bruneau Audrey, Deborde Jonathan, Mertens Kenneth (2023). Observations de l’Ifremer sur les protocoles proposés pour la réalisation de l’état initial de l’environnement de la zone de projet de parc éolien en mer en Sud Atlantique (AO7) . Ministère de la transition énergétique, Direction Générale de l'Energie et du Climat , Ref. PDG/APP-2023.07b , 17p. https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00877/98850/

Cuif Marion (coord.), Herlory Olivier, Fabri Marie-Claire, Certain Gregoire, Hattab Tarek, Rouyer Tristan, Mertens Kenneth (2023). Observations de l’Ifremer sur les protocoles proposés pour la réalisation de l’état initial de l’environnement des zones 1 & 2 de projet de parcs éoliens en mer en Méditerranée (AO6) . Ministère de la transition énergétique, Direction Générale de l'Energie et du Climat , Ref. PDG/APP-2023.07 , 17p. https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00877/98849/

Piquet Jean-Come, Demeule Carole, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Derrien Amelie, Duval Audrey, Doner Anne, Lebrun Luc, Boulben Sylviane, Lassudrie Malwenn, Mertens Kenneth, Chomerat Nicolas, Bilien Gwenael (2023). Rapport d'activité 2022. Laboratoire Environnement Ressources de Bretagne Occidentale . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00846/95813/

Li Zhen, Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Liu Lejun, Wu Yongsheng, Li Chao, Gu Haifeng (2023). Evaluation of organic-walled dinoflagellate cyst distributions in coastal surface sediments of the China seas in relation with hydrographic conditions for paleoceanographic reconstruction . Quaternary International , 661, 60-75 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.quaint.2023.03.007

Mertens Kenneth, Retho Michael, Manach Soazig, Zoffoli Maria Laura, Doner Anne, Schapira Mathilde, Bilien Gwenael, Séchet Veronique, Lacour Thomas, Robert Elise, Duval Audrey, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Derrien Amelie, Gernez Pierre (2023). An unprecedented bloom of Lingulodinium polyedra on the French Atlantic coast during summer 2021 . Harmful Algae , 125, 102426 (19p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2023.102426 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00829/94095/

Ifremer, ODE/VIGIES (2023). Journées REPHY 2022. Nantes, 1er et 2 décembre 2022. Compilation des interventions et résumés . ODE/VIGIES/23-08 . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00838/94981/

Abadie Eric, Serais Ophelie, Rolland Jean-Luc, Amzil Zouher, Hubert Clarisse, Hervé Fabienne, Rovillon Georges-Augustin, Derrien Amelie, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Mertens Kenneth, Bilien Gwenael, Chomerat Nicolas, Felix Christine, Laabir Mohamed, Masseret Estelle (2023). Etude de la contamination par les phycotoxines (PST et lipophiles dont DST) des huîtres creuses et des moules de la lagune de Thau – Dynamique temporelle et spatiale de cette contamination dans l’optique d’une gestion sectorisée de la lagune (SECTOX). Rapport final du Projet SECTOX. . Ifremer/ODE/UL/LERLR 21.24- MARBEC . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00839/95061/

Roux Pauline, Schapira Mathilde, Mertens Kenneth, Andre Coralie, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Schmitt Anne, Manach Soazig, Collin Karine, Serghine Joelle, Noel Cyril, Siano Raffaele (2023). When phytoplankton do not bloom: the case of the dinoflagellate Lepidodinium chlorophorum in southern Brittany (France) assessed by environmental DNA . Progress In Oceanography , 212, 102999 (15p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pocean.2023.102999 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00822/93374/

Mertens Kenneth, Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Chomérat Nicolas, Bilien Gwenael, Boulben Sylviane, Guillou Laure, Romac Sarah, Probert Ian, Ishikawa Akira, Nézan Elisabeth (2023). Morpho-molecular analysis of podolampadacean dinoflagellates (Dinophyceae), with the description of two new genera . Phycologia , 62(2), 117-135 . https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2022.2158281

Chomerat Nicolas, Mertens Kenneth, Doner Anne, Duval Audrey, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Boulben Sylviane, Piquet Jean-Come (2023). Compte rendu d'expertise des échantillons prélevés au Rocher des victimes (Penmarc'h), les 17 et 18 février 2023 . Préfecture du Finistère , Ref. Ifremer-ODE/UL/LERBO/Expertise 23-007 , 3p.

Kim Hyun Jung, Li Zhun, Gu Haifeng, Mertens Kenneth, Yeon Youn Joo, Yoon Kwak Kyeong, Oh Seok-Jin, Shin Kyoungsoon, Yoo Yeong Du, Lee Wonchoel, Shin Hyeon Ho (2023). Gonyaulax geomunensis sp. nov. and two allied species (Gonyaulacales, Dinophyceae) from Korean coastal waters and East China Sea: morphology, phylogeny and growth response to changes in temperature and salinity . Phycologia , 62(1), 48-67 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2022.2140548 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00813/92502/

Mertens Kenneth, Morquecho Lourdes, Carbonell-Moore Consuelo, Meyvisch Pjotr, Gu Haifeng, Bilien Gwenael, Duval Audrey, Derrien Amelie, Pospelova Vera, Śliwińska Kasia K., Gárate-Lizárraga Ismael, Pérez-Cruz Beatriz (2023). Pentaplacodinium lapazense sp. nov. from Central and Southern Gulf of California, a new non-toxic gonyaulacalean resembling Protoceratium reticulatum . Marine Micropaleontology , 178, 102187 (22p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2022.102187 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00808/91997/

Gurdebeke Pieter R., Mertens Kenneth, Rajter Lubomir, Meyvisch Pjotr, Potvin Eric, Yang Eun Jin, André Coralie, Pospelova Vera, Louwye Stephen (2023). The ciliophoran affinity of Radiosperma textum, and its relation to other marine ciliate cysts . Marine Micropaleontology , 178, 102185 (18p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2022.102185 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00807/91879/

Mertens Kenneth, Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo (2023). Reply to: Comments on Mertens et al. (2022): the taxonomic identity of Micracanthodinium setiferum (Lohmann) Deflandre (Dinophyceae incertae sedis) remains elusive, and its epitypification is not achieved . Palynology , 47(1), 2148304 (4p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2022.2148304 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00806/91757/

Brehmer Patrice, Ndiaye Waly, Fricke Anna, Hess Philipp, Mertens Kenneth, Chomerat Nicolas, Sonko Amidou, Mbaye Adama, Ndour Ismaïla, Diedhiou Fulgence, Constantin De Magny Guillaume, Faye Saliou, Galgani Francois, Balde Bocar Sabali, Demarcq Hervé, Sechet Veronique, Hervé Fabienne, Plessis Loic, Reveillon Damien, Sow Ngom Fanbaye, Sadio Nfally, Derrien Amelie, Carpentier Liliane, Thiam Ndiaga (2022). Efflorescences toxiques et nuisibles au Sénégal : les cas d'Ostreopsis cf. ovata, Noctiluca scintillans et Vulcanodinium rugosum . International conference "Seaweed for blue economy, biodiversity and ecosystemic services an opportunity at sub regional level". 6-7 December, 2022. SRFC, Geomar, ISRA, IRD. Sub Regional Fisheries Commission, Dakar, Senegal .

Ifremer. Département Océanographie et Dynamique des Ecosystèmes, Unité Littoral (2022). Rapport d'activité 2021 Laboratoire Environnement Ressources de Bretagne Occidentale . RST/ODE/LITTORAL/LER/BO-22-003 . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00811/92326/

Gu Haifeng, Mertens Kenneth, Derrien Amelie, Bilien Gwenael, Li Zhen, Hess Philipp, Séchet Veronique, Krock Bernd, Amorim Ana, Li Zhun, Pospelova Vera, Smith Kirsty F., Mackenzie Lincoln, Yoon Joo Yeon, Kim Hyun Jung, Shin Hyeon Ho (2022). Unraveling the Gonyaulax baltica Species Complex: Cyst–theca Relationship of Impagidinium variaseptum, Spiniferites pseudodelicatus sp. nov. and S. ristingensis (Gonyaulacaceae, Dinophyceae), With Descriptions of Gonyaulax bohaiensis sp. nov, G. amoyensis sp. nov. and G. portimonensis sp. nov. Journal Of Phycology , 58(3), 465-486 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.13245 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00753/86512/

Leroy S.A.G., Reimer P.J., Lahijani H.K., Naderi Beni A., Sauer E., Chalié F., Arpe K., Demory F., Mertens Kenneth, Belkacem D., Kakroodi A.A., Omrani Rekavandi H., Nokandeh J., Amini A. (2022). Caspian Sea levels over the last 2200 years, with new data from the S-E corner . Geomorphology , 403, 108136 (23p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.geomorph.2022.108136 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00751/86260/

Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Matsuoka Kazumi, Mertens Kenneth (2022). Gonyaulacalean tabulation revisited using plate homology and plate overlap, with emphasis on the ventral area (Dinophyceae) . Phycologia , 61(2), 195-210 . https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2021.2024413

Meyvisch Pjotr, R. Gurdebeke Pieter, Vrielinck Henk, Mertens Kenneth, Versteegh Gerard, Louwye Stephen (2022). Attenuated Total Reflection (ATR) Micro-Fourier Transform Infrared (Micro-FT-IR) Spectroscopy to Enhance Repeatability and Reproducibility of Spectra Derived from Single Specimen Organic-Walled Dinoflagellate Cysts . Applied Spectroscopy , 76(2), 235-254 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1177/00037028211041172 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00721/83307/

Mertens Kenneth, Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Gardner Kristina (2022). A morphological comparison of two cladopyxidacean dinoflagellates: the extant Micracanthodinium setiferum and the fossil Cladopyxidinium saeptum (Dinophyceae, Gonyaulacales) . Palynology , 46(1), 1934908 (17p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2021.1934908 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00696/80835/

Li Zhun, Park Joon Sang, Kang Nam Seon, Chomérat Nicolas, Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng, Lee Kyun-Woo, Kim Ki Hyun, Baek Seung Ho, Shin Kyoungsoon, Han Kyong Ha, Son Moon Ho, Shin Hyeon Ho (2021). A new potentially toxic dinoflagellate Fukuyoa koreansis sp. nov. (Gonyaulacales, Dinophyceae) from Korean coastal waters: Morphology, phylogeny, and effects of temperature and salinity on growth . Harmful Algae , 109, 102107 (13p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2021.102107 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00725/83681/

Schapira Mathilde, Roux Pauline, Andre Coralie, Mertens Kenneth, Bilien Gwenael, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Le Gac-Abernot Chantal, Siano Raffaele, Quere Julien, Bizzozero Lucie, Bonneau Francoise, Bouget Jean-Francois, Cochennec-Laureau Nathalie, Collin Karine, Fortune Mireille, Gabellec Raoul, Le Merrer Yoann, Manach Soazig, Pierre-Duplessix Olivier, Retho Michael, Schmitt Anne, Souchu Philippe, Stachowski-Haberkorn Sabine (2021). Les Efflorescences de Lepidodinium chlorophorum au large de la Loire et de la Vilaine : Déterminisme et conséquences sur la qualité des masses d’eau côtières . Projet EPICE – Rapport final. RST/LER/MPL/21.10 . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00724/83598/

Bauer Wolfgang, Gottschling Marc, Keupp Helmut, Kusber Wolf-Henning, Mertens Kenneth (2021). Validation of the calcareous dinophyte Wallidinellum (Peridiniales), with notes on the status of fossils in the Code . Phytotaxa , 520(3), 296-300 . https://doi.org/10.11646/phytotaxa.520.3.9

Li Zhen, Pospelova Vera, Liu Lejun, Francois Roger, Wu Yongsheng, Mertens Kenneth, Saito Yoshiki, Zhou Rui, Song Bing, Xie Xin (2021). High-resolution reconstructions of Holocene Sea-surface conditions from dinoflagellate cyst assemblages in the northern South China Sea . Marine Geology , 438, 106528 (20p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.margeo.2021.106528 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00697/80948/

Gu Haifeng, Huo Kai, Krock Bernd, Bilien Gwenael, Pospelova Vera, Li Zhen, Carbonell-Moore Consuelo, Morquecho Lourdes, Ninčević Živana, Mertens Kenneth (2021). Cyst-theca relationships of Spiniferites bentorii, S. hyperacanthus, S. ramosus, S. scabratus and molecular phylogenetics of Spiniferites and Tectatodinium (Gonyaulacales, Dinophyceae) . Phycologia , 60(4), 332-353 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2021.1930796 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00705/81667/

Luo Zhaohe, Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng, Wang Na, Wu Yiran, Uttayarnmanee Praderm, Pransilpa Mitila, Roeroe Kakaskasen Andreas (2021). Morphology, ultrastructure and molecular phylogeny of Johsia chumphonensis gen. et sp. nov. and Parvodinium parvulum comb. nov. (Peridiniopsidaceae, Dinophyceae) . European Journal Of Phycology , 56(3), 324-336 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/09670262.2020.1829078 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00663/77516/

Amzil Zouher, Derrien Amelie, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Duval Audrey, Connes Coralie, Marco-Miralles Francoise, Nézan Elisabeth, Mertens Kenneth (2021). Monitoring the Emergence of Algal Toxins in Shellfish: First Report on Detection of Brevetoxins in French Mediterranean Mussels . Marine Drugs , 19(7), 393 (12p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.3390/md19070393 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00705/81739/

Siano Raffaele, Lassudrie Duchesne Malwenn, Cuzin Pierre, Briant Nicolas, Loizeau Veronique, Schmidt Sabine, Ehrhold Axel, Mertens Kenneth, Lambert Clément, Quintric Laure, Noël Cyril, Latimier Marie, Quéré Julien, Durand Patrick, Penaud Aurélie (2021). Sediment archives reveal irreversible shifts in plankton communities after World War II and agricultural pollution . Current Biology , 31(12), 2682-2689.e7 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cub.2021.03.079 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00690/80195/

Gottschling Marc, Carbonell-Moore Maria Consuelo, Mertens Kenneth, Kirsch Monika, Elbrächter Malte, Tillmann Urban (2021). Fensomea setacea, gen. & sp. nov. (Cladopyxidaceae, Dinophyceae), is neither gonyaulacoid nor peridinioid as inferred from morphological and molecular data . Scientific Reports , 11(1), 12824 (14p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-92107-0 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00700/81224/

Bertignac Michel, Bizzozero Lucie, Briant Nicolas, Carlier Antoine, Cuif Marion, Laurans Martial, Mertens Kenneth, Talidec Catherine (2021). Contribution de l’Ifremer sur la demande d’autorisation environnementale déposée par Morbihan Hydro Energies pour le projet d’installation d’hydroliennes dans le golfe du Morbihan, dénommé « TIGER » . DDTM 56 - Direction Départementale des Territoires et de la Mer du Morbihan, Vannes , Ref. 21-020_Ifremer-DCB/2021.035 - Votre courriel en date du 25 février 2021 , 11p.

Mertens Kenneth, Takano Yoshihito, Meyvisch Pjotr, Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Chomerat Nicolas, Bogus Kara, Leitao Maria (2021). Morpho-molecular and spectroscopic characterization of the freshwater dinoflagellate Unruhdinium penardii var. robustum (Kryptoperidiniaceae, Peridiniales), blooming in the Loir River, France . Nova Hedwigia , 112(3-4), 283-306 . https://doi.org/10.1127/nova_hedwigia/2021/0633

Gurdebeke Pieter R., Mertens Kenneth, Meyvisch Pjotr, Bogus Kara, Pospelova Vera, Louwye Stephen (2021). Hiddenocysta matsuokae gen. et sp. nov. from the Holocene of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada . Palynology , 45(1), 103-114 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2020.1750500 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00632/74379/

Brehmer Patrice, Ndiaye Waly, Mbaye Adama, Fricke Anna, Hess Philipp, Mertens Kenneth, Chomerat Nicolas, Ndour Ismaïla, Diedhiou Fulgence, Constantin De Magny Guillaume, Sonko Amidou, Faye Saliou, Galgani Francois (2021). Découverte de la présence d’une toxine ayant un effet sur la santé humaine, émise par une micro-algue marine sur la presqu’ile du Cap-Vert (Sénégal) . Pollution marine, dégradation des habitats marins et effets du changement climatique en Afrique de l’ouest . Note Politique AWA. 13p. https://doi.org/10.23708/fdi:010082398

Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Réveillon Damien, Rovillon Georges-Augustin, Mertens Kenneth, Hess Philipp, Kim Hyun Jung, Lee Jihoon, Lee Kyun-Woo, Kim Daekyung, Park Bum Soo, Hwang Jinik, Seo Min Ho, Lim Weol Ae (2020). Centrodinium punctatum (Dinophyceae) produces significant levels of saxitoxin and related analogs . Harmful Algae , 100, 101923 (6p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2020.101923 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00658/77025/

Li Zhun, Mertens Kenneth, Gottschling Marc, Gu Haifeng, Söhner Sylvia, Price Andrea M., Marret Fabienne, Pospelova Vera, Smith Kirsty F., Carbonell-Moore Consuelo, Nezan Elisabeth, Bilien Gwenael, Shin Hyeon Ho (2020). Taxonomy and Molecular Phylogenetics of Ensiculiferaceae, fam. nov. (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae), with Consideration of their Life-history . Protist , 171(5), 125759 (26p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.protis.2020.125759 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00646/75802/

Mertens Kenneth, Adachi Masao, Anderson Donald M., Band-Schmidt Christine J., Bravo Isabel, Brosnahan Michael L., Bolch Christopher J.S., Calado António J., Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Chomérat Nicolas, Elbrächter Malte, Figueroa Rosa Isabel, Fraga Santiago, Gárate-Lizárraga Ismael, Garcés Esther, Gu Haifeng, Hallegraeff Gustaaf, Hess Philipp, Hoppenrath Mona, Horiguchi Takeo, Iwataki Mitsunori, John Uwe, Kremp Anke, Larsen Jacob, Leaw Chui Pin, Li Zhun, Lim Po Teen, Litaker Wayne, Mackenzie Lincoln, Masseret Estelle, Matsuoka Kazumi, Moestrup Øjvind, Montresor Marina, Nagai Satoshi, Nézan Elisabeth, Nishimura Tomohiro, Okolodkov Yuri B., Orlova Tatiana Yu., Reñé Albert, Sampedro Nagore, Satta Cecilia Teodora, Shin Hyeon Ho, Siano Raffaele, Smith Kirsty F., Steidinger Karen, Takano Yoshihito, Tillmann Urban, Wolny Jennifer, Yamaguchi Aika, Murray Shauna (2020). Morphological and phylogenetic data do not support the split of Alexandrium into four genera . Harmful Algae , 98, 101902 (8p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2020.101902 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00651/76290/

Carbonell-Moore Consuelo, Mertens Kenneth (2020). On Acanthogonyaulax spinifera (Dinophyceae) . Phycologia , 59(5), 456-459 . https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2020.1807742

Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Head Martin J., Limoges Audrey, Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Matthiessen Jens, de Schepper Stijn, de Vernal Anne, Eynaud Frédérique, Londeix Laurent, Marret Fabienne, Penaud Aurélie, Radi Taoufik, Rochon André (2020). An overview and brief description of common marine organic-walled dinoflagellate cyst taxa occurring in surface sediments of the Northern Hemisphere . Marine Micropaleontology , 159, 101814 (46p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2019.101814 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00606/71817/

Limoges Audrey, Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Head Martin J., Mertens Kenneth, Pospelova Vera, Rochon André (2020). A review of rare and less well known extant marine organic-walled dinoflagellate cyst taxa of the orders Gonyaulacales and Suessiales from the Northern Hemisphere . Marine Micropaleontology , 159, 101801 (20p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2019.101801 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00593/70487/

Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng, Gurdebeke Pieter R., Takano Yoshihito, Clarke Dave, Aydin Hilal, Li Zhen, Pospelova Vera, Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Matsuoka Kazumi, Head Martin J. (2020). A review of rare, poorly known, and morphologically problematic extant marine organic-walled dinoflagellate cyst taxa of the orders Gymnodiniales and Peridiniales from the Northern Hemisphere . Marine Micropaleontology , 159, 101773 (35p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2019.101773 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00512/62333/

Li Zhen, Pospelova Vera, Kawamura Hiroshi, Luo Chuanxiu, Mertens Kenneth, Hernández-Almeida Ivan, Yin Kedong, Wu Yongsheng, Wu Hui, Xiang Rong (2020). Dinoflagellate cyst distribution in surface sediments from the South China Sea in relation to hydrographic conditions and primary productivity . Marine Micropaleontology , 159, 101815 (27p.) . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2019.101815

Zhang Wei, Li Zhun, Mertens Kenneth, Derrien Amelie, Pospelova Vera, Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Bagheri Siamak, Matsuoka Kazumi, Shin Hyeon Ho, Gu Haifeng (2020). Reclassification of Gonyaulax verior (Gonyaulacales, Dinophyceae) as Sourniaea diacantha gen. et comb. nov. Phycologia , 59(3), 246-260 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2020.1735926 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00621/73347/

Gurdebeke Pieter R., Mertens Kenneth, Pospelova Vera, Matsuoka Kazumi, Li Zhen, Gribble Kristin E., Gu Haifeng, Bogus Kara, Vrielinck Henk, Louwye Stephen (2020). Taxonomic revision, phylogeny, and cyst wall composition of the dinoflagellate cyst genus Votadinium Reid (Dinophyceae, Peridiniales, Protoperidiniaceae) . Palynology , 44(2), 310-335 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2019.1580627 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00480/59214/

Luo Zhaohe, Lim Zhen Fei, Mertens Kenneth, Krock Bernd, Teng Sing Tung, Tan Toh Hii, Leaw Chui Pin, Lim Po Teen, Gu Haifeng (2020). Attributing Ceratocorys, Pentaplacodinium and Protoceratium to Protoceratiaceae (Dinophyceae), with descriptions of Ceratocorys malayensis sp. nov . and Pentaplacodinium usupianum sp. nov . Phycologia , 59(1), 6-23 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2019.1663693 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00589/70143/

Gurdebeke Pieter R., Mertens Kenneth, Pospelova Vera, Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Louwye Stephen (2020). Islandinium pacificum sp. nov., a new dinoflagellate cyst from the upper Quaternary of the northeast Pacific . Palynology , 44(1), 80-93 . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1549118

Shin Hyeon Ho, Li Zhun, Mertens Kenneth, Seo Min Ho, Gu Haifeng, Lim Weol Ae, Yoon Yang Ho, Soh Ho Young, Matsuoka Kazumi (2019). Prorocentrum shikokuense Hada and P. donghaiense Lu are junior synonyms of P. obtusidens Schiller, but not of P. dentatum Stein (Prorocentrales, Dinophyceae) . Harmful Algae , 89, 101686 (14p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2019.101686 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00566/67839/

Siano Raffaele, Lassudrie Duchesne Malwenn, Cuzin Pierre, Mertens Kenneth, Schmidt Sabine, Quintric Laure, Durand Patrick (2019). Dynamiques multicentenaires des paleocommunautées de protistes marins dans la Baie de Brest (Bretagne, France). / Long-term dynamics of protist paleocommunities over 5000 years in the Bay of Brest (Brittany, France). 5e Colloque du GDR de Génomique Environnementale. 8-10 Octobre 2019, La Rochelle .

Wang Na, Mertens Kenneth, Krock Bernd, Luo Zhaohe, Derrien Amelie, Pospelova Vera, Liang Yubo, Bilien Gwenael, Smith Kirsty F., de Schepper Stijn, Wietkamp Stephan, Tillmann Urban, Gu Haifeng (2019). Cryptic speciation in Protoceratium reticulatum (Dinophyceae): Evidence from morphological, molecular and ecophysiological data . Harmful Algae , 88, 101610 (15p.) . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2019.05.003 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00498/60961/

Roux Pauline, Siano Raffaele, Fleury Elodie, Mertens Kenneth, Andre Coralie, Cochennec-Laureau Nathalie, Schapira Mathilde (2019). Dynamique du dinoflagellé Lepidodinium chlorophorum en Bretagne Sud . Phycotox 2019 : Conférence nationale sur les algues toxiques. GDR Phycotox.. 15-17 mai 2019, Plouzané .

Li Zhun, Mertens Kenneth, Nézan Elisabeth, Chomérat Nicolas, Bilien Gwenael, Iwataki Mitsunori, Shin Hyeon Ho (2019). Discovery of a New Clade Nested Within the Genus Alexandrium (Dinophyceae): Morpho-molecular Characterization of Centrodinium punctatum (Cleve) F.J.R. Taylor . Protist , 170(2), 168-186 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.protis.2019.02.003 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00483/59496/

Sildever Sirje, Ribeiro Sofia, Mertens Kenneth, Andersen Thorbjørn Joest, Moros Matthias, Kuijpers Antoon (2019). Reconstructing salinity changes and environmental influence on dinoflagellate cysts in the central Baltic Sea since the late 19th century . Estuarine Coastal And Shelf Science , 219, 384-394 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecss.2019.02.034 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00481/59300/

Luo Zhaohe, Mertens Kenneth, Nezan Elisabeth, Gu Li, Pospelova Vera, Thoha Hikmah, Gu Haifeng (2019). Morphology, ultrastructure and molecular phylogeny of cyst-producing Caladoa arcachonensis gen. et sp. nov. (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae) from France and Indonesia . European Journal Of Phycology , 54(2), 235-248 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/09670262.2018.1558287 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00489/60112/

Mertens Kenneth, Chomerat Nicolas, Nezan Elisabeth, Bruneau Audrey, Le Bec Claude (2019). Micro-algues des claires ostréicoles de Charente Maritime : focus sur les producteurs potentiels de toxines DSP, PSP et ASP et toxines émergentes (palytoxines, pinnatoxine...) . R.ODE/Littoral/LER-BO 19-04. Convention DGAL N° 2017-315 . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00486/59731/

Lassudrie Malwenn, Cuzin Pierre, Mertens Kenneth, Quintric Laure, Durand Patrick, Schmidt Sabine, Siano Raffaele (2019). Long-term dynamics of protist paleocommunities in a coastal marine ecosystem (Bay of Brest, NW France) by DNA metabarcoding . ASLO 2019 - Aquatic Science Meeting "Planet Water Challenges and Successes". 22 Feb -2 Mars, San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA.

Carbonell-Moore M. Consuelo, Mertens Kenneth (2019). Should Gonyaulax hyalina and Gonyaulax fragilis (Dinophyceae) remain two different taxa? Phycologia , 58(6), 685-689 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/00318884.2019.1663477 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00516/62786/

Penaud Aurelie, Hardy William, Lambert Clement, Marret Fabienne, Masure Edwige, Seryais Thomas, Siano Raffaele, Wary Melanie, Mertens Kenneth (2018). Dinoflagellate fossils: Geological and biological applications . Revue De Micropaleontologie , 61(3-4), 235-254 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.revmic.2018.09.003 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00463/57476/

Marret Fabienne, Mertens Kenneth (2018). Additional observations of Spiniferites alaskensis from topotype material . Palynology , 42(Supl.1), 89-92 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1465734 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58307/

Gurdebeke Pieter R., Mertens Kenneth, Bogus Kara, Marret Fabienne, Chomerat Nicolas, Vrielinck Henk, Louwye Stephen (2018). Taxonomic Re-Investigation and Geochemical Characterization of Reid’s (1974) Species of Spiniferites from Holotype and Topotype Material . Palynology , 42(Supl.1), 93-110 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1465735 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58306/

Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Potvin Eric, Heikkila Maija, Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Masure Edwige, Kucharska Malgorzata, Yang Eun Jin, Chomerat Nicolas, Zajaczkowski Marek (2018). Taxonomic revision of Spiniferites elongatus (the resting stage of Gonyaulax elongata ) based on morphological and molecular analyses . Palynology , 42(Supl.1), 111-134 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1465736 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58305/

Mertens Kenneth, Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Gurdebeke Pieter R., Aydin Hilal, Bogus Kara, Bringue Manuel, Dale Barrie, de Schepper Stijn, de Vernal Anne, Ellegaard Marianne, Grothe Arjen, Gu Haifeng, Head Martin J., Heikkila Maija, Limoges Audrey, Londeix Laurent, Louwye Stephen, Marret Fabienne, Masure Edwige, Matsuoka Kazumi, Mudie Peta J., Penaud Aurelie, Pospelova Vera, Price Andrea Michelle, Ribeiro Sofia, Rochon Andre, Sangiorgi Francesca, Schreck Michael, Torres Vladimir, Uzar Serdar, Versteegh Gerard J. M., Warny Sophie, Zonneveld Karin (2018). The dinoflagellate cyst genera Achomosphaera Evitt 1963 and Spiniferites Mantell 1850 in Pliocene to modern sediments: a summary of round table discussions . Palynology , 42(Supl.1), 10-44 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1465739 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58304/

Mertens Kenneth, Carbonell-Moore Consuelo (2018). Introduction to Spiniferites Mantell 1850 special issue . Palynology , 42(Supl.1), 1-9 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1465741 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58303/

Limoges Audrey, Londeix Laurent, Mertens Kenneth, Rochon Andre, Pospelova Vera, Cuellar Tomasa, de Vernal Anne (2018). Identification key for Pliocene and Quaternary Spiniferites taxa bearing intergonal processes based on observations from estuarine and coastal environments . Palynology , 42(Supl.1), 72-88 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2018.1465733 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58308/

Gurdebeke Pieter R., Mertens Kenneth, Takano Yoshihito, Yamaguchi Aika, Bogus Kara, Dunthorn Micah, Matsuoka Kazumi, Vrielinck Henk, Louwye Stephen (2018). The affiliation of Hexasterias problematica and Halodinium verrucatum sp. nov. to ciliate cysts based on molecular phylogeny and cyst wall composition . European Journal Of Protistology , 66, 115-135 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejop.2018.09.002 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00468/57970/

Luo Zhaohe, Hu Zhangxi, Tang Yingzhong, Mertens Kenneth, Leaw Chui Pin, Lim Po Teen, Teng Sing Tung, Wang Lei, Gu Haifeng (2018). Morphology, ultrastructure and molecular phylogeny of Wangodinium sinense gen. et sp. nov. (Gymnodiniales, Dinophyceae) and revisiting of Gymnodinium dorsalisulcum and Gymnodinium impudicum . Journal Of Phycology , 54(5), 744-761 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.12780 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00454/56610/

Le Bec Claude, Nezan Elisabeth, Mertens Kenneth, Terre Terrillon Aouregan, Baudrier Jerome, Even Francoise (2018). Projet de Sciences Participatives. HERMIONA II, 1 - Protocoles . https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00471/58279/

Gurdebeke Pieter, Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Dallimore Audrey, Chana Jasmin, Louwye Stephen (2018). Diversity and distribution of dinoflagellate cysts in surface sediments from fjords of western Vancouver Island (British Columbia, Canada) . Marine Micropaleontology , 143, 12-29 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2018.07.005

Siano Raffaele, Lassudrie Duchesne Malwenn, Delebecq Gaspard, Jauzein Cecile, Hess Philipp, Labry Claire, Le Gac Mickael, Mertens Kenneth, Mondeguer Florence, Sibat Manoella (2018). Paleoecology of marine protists : community dynamics and population adaptations revealed by ancient DNA metabarcoding and physiology of revived dinoflagellates . ISOP / PSA joint meeting. July 29th – August 2nd, 2018, Vancouver, University of British Columbia (Canada).

McCarthy Francine M. G., Gu Haifeng, Mertens Kenneth, Carbonell-Moore Consuelo, Krueger Andrea M., Takano Yoshihito, Matsuoka Kazumi (2018). Transferring the freshwater dinoflagellate Peridinium wisconsinense (Dinophyceae) to the family Thoracosphaeraceae, with the description of Fusiperidinium gen. nov. Phycological Research , 66(2), 137-148 . https://doi.org/10.1111/pre.12215

Mertens Kenneth, Carbonell-Moore Maria Consuelo, Pospeloya Vera, Head Martin J., Highfield Andrea, Schroeder Declan, Gu Haifeng, Andree Karl B., Fernandez Margarita, Yamaguchi Aika, Takano Yoshihito, Matsuoka Kazumi, Nezan Elisabeth, Bilien Gwenael, Okolodkov Yuri, Koike Kazuhiko, Hoppenrath Mona, Pfaff Maya, Pitcher Grant, Al-Muftah Abdulrahman, Rochon Andre, Lim Po Teen, Leaw Chui Pin, Lim Zhen Fei, Ellegaard Marianne (2018). Pentaplacodinium saltonense gen. et sp. nov. (Dinophyceae) and its relationship to the cyst-defined genus Operculodinium and yessotoxin-producing Protoceratium reticulatum . Harmful Algae , 71, 57-77 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2017.12.003 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00416/52756/

Nezan Elisabeth, Bilien Gwenael, Boulben Sylviane, Mertens Kenneth, Chomerat Nicolas (2018). Description and phylogenetic position of Plagiolemma distortum sp. nov., a new raphid diatom (Bacillariophyceae) from French coastal waters . Diatom Research , 33(1), 13-24 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/0269249X.2018.1468359 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00441/55235/

Luo Zhaohe, Lim Zhen Fei, Mertens Kenneth, Gurdebeke Pieter, Bogus Kara, Carbonell-Moore Maria Consuelo, Vrielinck Henk, Leaw Chui Pin, Lim Po Teen, Chomerat Nicolas, Li Xintian, Gu Haifeng (2018). Morpho-molecular diversity and phylogeny of Bysmatrum (Dinophyceae) from the South China Sea and France . European Journal Of Phycology , 53(3), 318-335 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/09670262.2018.1449014 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00450/56188/

Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng, Pospelova Vera, Chomerat Nicolas, Nezan Elisabeth, Gurdebeke Pieter, Bogus Kara, Vrielinck Henk, Rumebe Myriam, Meteigner Claire (2017). First record of resting cysts of the benthic dinoflagellate Prorocentrum leve in a natural reservoir in Gujan-Mestras, Gironde, France . Journal Of Phycology , 53(6), 1193-1205 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.12582 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00398/50971/

Mertens Kenneth, Takano Yoshihito, Gu Haifeng, Bagheri Siamak, Pospelova Vera, Pienkowski Anna J., Leroy Suzanne A. G., Matsuoka Kazumi (2017). Cyst-Theca Relationship and Phylogenetic Position of Impagidinium caspienense Incubated from Caspian Sea Surface Sediments: Relation to Gonyaulax baltica and Evidence for Heterospory within Gonyaulacoid Dinoflagellates . Journal Of Eukaryotic Microbiology , 64(6), 829-842 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/jeu.12417 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00382/49326/

Wang Na, Luo Zhaohe, Mertens Kenneth, McCarthy Francine M. G., Gu Li, Gu Haifeng (2017). Cyst-motile stage relationship and molecular phylogeny of a new freshwater dinoflagellate Gymnodinium plasticum from Plastic Lake, Canada . Phycological Research , 65(4), 312-321 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/pre.12190 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00406/51731/

Mudie Peta J., Marret Fabienne, Mertens Kenneth, Shumilovskikh Lyudmila, Leroy Suzanne A. G. (2017). Atlas of modern dinoflagellate cyst distributions in the Black Sea Corridor: From Aegean to Aral Seas, including Marmara, Black, Azov and Caspian Seas . Marine Micropaleontology , 134, 1-152 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2017.05.004 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00387/49824/

Luo Zhaohe, Krock Bernd, Mertens Kenneth, Nezan Elisabeth, Chomerat Nicolas, Bilien Gwenael, Tillmann Urban, Gu Haifeng (2017). Adding new pieces to the Azadinium (Dinophyceae) diversity and biogeography puzzle: Non-toxigenic Azadinium zhuanum sp. nov. from China, toxigenic A. poporum from the Mediterranean, and a non-toxigenic A. dalianense from the French Atlantic . Harmful Algae , 66, 65-78 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2017.05.001 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00386/49765/

Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng, Takano Yoshihito, Price Andrea M., Pospelova Vera, Bogus Kara, Versteegh Gerard J. M., Marret Fabienne, Turner R. Eugene, Rabalais Nancy N., Matsuoka Kazumi (2017). The cyst-theca relationship of the dinoflagellate cyst Trinovantedinium pallidifulvum, with erection of Protoperidinium lousianensis sp nov and their phylogenetic position within the Conica group . Palynology , 41(2), 183-202 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2016.1147219 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00385/49609/

Gu Haifeng, Mertens Kenneth, Liu Tingting (2016). Huia caspica gen. & comb. nov., a dinoflagellate species that recently crossed the marine-freshwater boundary . Phycological Research , 64(4), 251-258 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1111/pre.12146 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00351/46221/

Luo Zhaohe, Krock Bernd, Mertens Kenneth, Price Andrea Michelle, Turner Robert Eugene, Rabalais Nancy N., Gu Haifeng (2016). Morphology, molecular phylogeny and azaspiracid profile of Azadinium poporum (Dinophyceae) from the Gulf of Mexico . Harmful Algae , 55, 56-65 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2016.02.006 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00316/42682/

Luo Zhaohe, Mertens Kenneth, Bagheri Siamak, Aydin Hilal, Takano Yoshihito, Matsuoka Kazumi, McCarthy Francine M. G., Gu Haifeng (2016). Cyst-theca relationship and phylogenetic positions of Scrippsiella plana sp. nov. and S. spinifera (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae) . European Journal Of Phycology , 51(2), 188-202 . https://doi.org/10.1080/09670262.2015.1120348

Price Andrea Michelle, Gurdebeke Pieter Roger, Mertens Kenneth, Pospelova Vera (2016). Determining the absolute abundance of dinoflagellate cysts in recent marine sediments III: Identifying the source of Lycopodium loss during palynological processing and further testing of the Lycopodium marker-grain method . Review Of Palaeobotany And Palynology , 226, 78-90 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.revpalbo.2015.12.009

Luo Zhaohe, You Xuejing, Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng (2016). Morphological and molecular characterization of Tovellia cf. aveirensis (Dinophyceae) from Jiulong River, China . Nova Hedwigia , 103(1-2), 79-94 . https://doi.org/10.1127/nova_hedwigia/2016/0339

Mertens Kenneth, Takano Yoshihito, Yamaguchi Aika, Gu Haifeng, Bogus Kara, Kremp Anke, Bagheri Siamak, Matishov Gennady, Matsuoka Kazumi (2015). The molecular characterization of the enigmatic dinoflagellate Kolkwitziella acuta reveals an affinity to the Excentrica section of the genus Protoperidinium . Systematics And Biodiversity , 13(6), 829-844 . https://doi.org/10.1080/14772000.2015.1078855

Gu Haifeng, Luo Zhaohe, Mertens Kenneth, Price Andrea Michelle, Turner Robert Eugene, Rabalais Nancy N. (2015). Cyst-motile stage relationship, morphology, ultrastructure, and molecular phylogeny of the gymnodinioid dinoflagellate Barrufeta resplendens comb. nov., formerly known as Gyrodinium resplendens, isolated from the Gulf of Mexico . Journal Of Phycology , 51(5), 990-999 . https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.12342

Mertens Kenneth, Aydin Hilal, Uzar Serdar, Takano Yoshihito, Yamaguchi Aika, Matsuoka Kazumi (2015). Relationship between the dinoflagellate cyst Spiniferites pachydermus and Gonyaulax ellegaardiae sp. nov. from Izmir Bay, Turkey, and molecular characterization . Journal Of Phycology , 51(3), 560-573 . https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.12304

Mertens Kenneth, Takano Yoshihito, Gu Haifeng, Yamaguchi Aika, Pospelova Vera, Ellegaard Marianne, Matsuoka Kazumi (2015). Cyst-theca relationship of a new dinoflagellate with a spiny round brown cyst, Protoperidinium lewisiae sp nov., and its comparison to the cyst of Oblea acanthocysta . Phycological Research , 63(2), 110-124 . https://doi.org/10.1111/pre.12083

Liu Tingting, Mertens Kenneth, Ribeiro Sofia, Ellegaard Marianne, Matsuoka Kazumi, Gu Haifeng (2015). Cyst-theca relationships and phylogenetic positions of Peridiniales (Dinophyceae) with two anterior intercalary plates, with description of Archaeperidinium bailongense sp nov and Protoperidinium fuzhouense sp nov. Phycological Research , 63(2), 134-151 . https://doi.org/10.1111/pre.12081

Limoges Audrey, Mertens Kenneth, Carolina Ruiz-Fernandez Ana, de Vernal Anne (2015). First report of fossilized cysts produced by the benthic bysmatrum subsalsum (dinophyceae) from a shallow mexican lagoon in the gulf of mexico . Journal Of Phycology , 51(1), 211-215 . https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.12257

Quaijtaal Willemijn, Mertens Kenneth, Louwye Stephen (2015). Some new acritarch species from the lower and middle Miocene of the Porcupine Basin, North Atlantic Ocean: biostratigraphy and palaeoecology . Palynology , 39(1), 37-55 . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2014.933749

Mertens Kenneth, Wolny Jennifer, Carbonell-Moore Consuelo, Bogus Kara, Ellegaard Marianne, Limoges Audrey, de Vernal Anne, Gurdebeke Pieter, Omura Takuo, Al-Muftah Abdulrahman, Matsuoka Kazumi (2015). Taxonomic re-examination of the toxic armoured dinoflagellate Pyrodinium bahamense Plate 1906: Can morphology or LSU sequencing separate P. bahamense var. compressum from var. bahamense? Harmful Algae , 41, 1-24 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hal.2014.09.010

Liu Tingting, Mertens Kenneth, Gu Haifeng (2015). Cyst-theca relationship and phylogenetic positions of the diplopsalioideans (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae), with description of Niea and Qia gen. nov. Phycologia , 54(2), 210-232 . https://doi.org/10.2216/14-94.1

Gu Haifeng, Liu Tingting, Mertens Kenneth (2015). Cyst-theca relationship and phylogenetic positions of Protoperidinium (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae) species of the sections Conica and Tabulata, with description of Protoperidinium shanghaiense sp nov. Phycologia , 54(1), 49-66 . https://doi.org/10.2216/14-047.1

Mertens Kenneth, Takano Yoshihito, Head Martin J., Matsuoka Kazumi (2014). Living fossils in the Indo-Pacific warm pool: A refuge for thermophilic dinoflagellates during glaciations . Geology , 42(6), 531-534 . https://doi.org/10.1130/G35456.1

Jansson Ida-Maria, Mertens Kenneth, Head Martin J., de Vernal Anne, Londeix Laurent, Marret Fabienne, Matthiessen Jens, Sangiorgi Francesca (2014). Statistically assessing the correlation between salinity and morphology in cysts produced by the dinoflagellate Protoceratium reticulatum from surface sediments of the North Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean-Marmara-Black Sea region, and Baltic-Kattegat-Skagerrak estuarine system . Palaeogeography Palaeoclimatology Palaeoecology , 399, 202-213 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.palaeo.2014.01.012

Bogus Kara, Mertens Kenneth, Lauwaert Johan, Harding Ian C., Vrielinck Henk, Zonneveld Karin A. F., Versteegh Gerard J. M. (2014). Differences in the chemical composition of organic-walled dinoflagellate resting cysts from phototrophic and heterotrophic dinoflagellates . Journal Of Phycology , 50(2), 254-266 . https://doi.org/10.1111/jpy.12170

Liu Tingting, Gu Haifeng, Mertens Kenneth, Lan Dongzhao (2014). New dinoflagellate species Protoperidinium haizhouense sp. nov. (Peridiniales, Dinophyceae), its cyst-theca relationship and phylogenetic position within the Monovela group . Phycological Research , 62(2), 109-124 . https://doi.org/10.1111/pre.12041

Verhoeven Koen, Louwye Stephen, Paez-Reyes Manuel, Mertens Kenneth, Vercauteren Dries (2014). New acritarchs from the late Cenozoic of the southern North Sea Basin and the North Atlantic realm . Palynology , 38(1), 38-50 . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2013.793626

Mertens Kenneth, Yamaguchi Aika, Takano Yoshihito, Pospelova Vera, Head Martin J., Radi Taoufik, Pienkowski Anna J., de Vernal Anne, Kawami Hisae, Matsuoka Kazumi (2013). A New Heterotrophic Dinoflagellate from the North-eastern Pacific, Protoperidinium fukuyoi: Cyst-Theca Relationship, Phylogeny, Distribution and Ecology . Journal Of Eukaryotic Microbiology , 60(6), 545-563 . https://doi.org/10.1111/jeu.12058

Price Andrea M., Mertens Kenneth, Pospelova Vera, Pedersen Thomas F., Ganeshram Raja S. (2013). Late Quaternary climatic and oceanographic changes in the Northeast Pacific as recorded by dinoflagellate cysts from Guaymas Basin, Gulf of California (Mexico) . Paleoceanography , 28(1), 200-212 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1002/palo.20019 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00262/37306/

Mertens Kenneth, Yamaguchi Aika, Kawami Hisae, Ribeiro Sofia, Leander Brian S., Price Andrea Michelle, Pospelova Vera, Ellegaard Marianne, Matsuoka Kazumi (2012). Archaeperidinium saanichi sp nov.: A new species based on morphological variation of cyst and theca within the Archaeperidinium minutum Jorgensen 1912 species complex . Marine Micropaleontology , 96-97, 48-62 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2012.08.002

Mertens Kenneth, Rengefors Karin, Moestrup Ojvind, Ellegaard Marianne (2012). A review of recent freshwater dinoflagellate cysts: taxonomy, phylogeny, ecology and palaeocology . Phycologia , 51(6), 612-619 . https://doi.org/10.2216/11-89.1

Mertens Kenneth, Bringue Manuel, Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Takano Yoshihito, Pospelova Vera, Rochon Andre, de Vernal Anne, Radi Taoufik, Dale Barrie, Patterson R. Timothy, Weckstrom Kaarina, Andren Elinor, Louwye Stephen, Matsuoka Kazumi (2012). Process length variation of the cyst of the dinoflagellate Protoceratium reticulatum in the North Pacific and Baltic-Skagerrak region: calibration as an annual density proxy and first evidence of pseudo-cryptic speciation . Journal Of Quaternary Science , 27(7), 734-744 . https://doi.org/10.1002/jqs.2564

Mertens Kenneth, Price Andrea Michelle, Pospelova Vera (2012). Determining the absolute abundance of dinoflagellate cysts in recent marine sediments II: Further tests of the Lycopodium marker-grain method . Review Of Palaeobotany And Palynology , 184, 74-81 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.revpalbo.2012.06.012

Verleye Thomas J., Mertens Kenneth, Young Marty D., Dale Barrie, McMinn Andrew, Scott Louis, Zonneveld Karin A. F., Louwye Stephen (2012). Average process length variation of the marine dinoflagellate cyst Operculodinium centrocarpum in the tropical and Southern Hemisphere Oceans: Assessing its potential as a palaeosalinity proxy . Marine Micropaleontology , 86-87, 45-58 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2012.02.001

Mertens Kenneth, Bradley Lee R., Takano Yoshihito, Mudie Petra J., Marret Fabienne, Aksu Ali, Hiscott Richard N., Verleye Thomas J., Mousing Erik A., Smyrnova Ludmila L., Bagheri Siamak, Mansor Mashhor, Pospelova Vera, Matsuoka Kazumi (2012). Quantitative estimation of Holocene surface salinity variation in the Black Sea using dinoflagellate cyst process length . Quaternary Science Reviews , 39, 45-59 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.quascirev.2012.01.026

McCarthy Francine M. G., Mertens Kenneth, Ellegaard Marianne, Sherman Keith, Pospelova Vera, Ribeiro Sofia, Blasco Stephan, Vercauteren Dries (2011). Resting cysts of freshwater dinoflagellates in southeastern Georgian Bay (Lake Huron) as proxies of cultural eutrophication . Review Of Palaeobotany And Palynology , 166(1-2), 46-62 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.revpalbo.2011.04.008

Verleye Thomas J., Pospelova Vera, Mertens Kenneth, Louwye Stephen (2011). The geographical distribution and (palaeo)ecology of Selenopemphix undulata sp nov., a new late Quaternary dinoflagellate cyst from the Pacific Ocean . Marine Micropaleontology , 78(3-4), 65-83 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2010.10.001

Mertens Kenneth, Dale Barrie, Ellegaard Marianne, Jansson Ida-Maria, Godhe Anna, Kremp Anke, Louwye Stephen (2011). Process length variation in cysts of the dinoflagellate Protoceratium reticulatum, from surface sediments of the Baltic-Kattegat-Skagerrak estuarine system: a regional salinity proxy . Boreas , 40(2), 242-255 . https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1502-3885.2010.00193.x

Wienberg Claudia, Frank Norbert, Mertens Kenneth, Stuut Jan-Berend, Marchant Margarita, Fietzke Jan, Mienis Furu, Hebbeln Dierk (2010). Glacial cold-water coral growth in the Gulf of Cadiz: Implications of increased palaeo-productivity . Earth And Planetary Science Letters , 298(3-4), 405-416 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epsl.2010.08.017

Mertens Kenneth, Verhoeven Koen, Verleye Thomas, Louwye Stephen, Amorim Ana, Ribeiro Sofia, Deaf Amr S., Harding Ian C., de Schepper Stijn, Gonzalez Catalina, Kodrans-Nsiah Monika, de Vernal Anne, Henry Maryse, Radi Taoufik, Dybkjaer Karen, Poulsen Niels E., Feist-Burkhardt Susanne, Chitolie Jonah, Heilmann-Clausen Claus, Londeix Laurent, Turon Jean-Louis, Marret Fabienne, Matthiessen Jens, McCarthy Francine M. G., Prasad Vandana, Pospelova Vera, Hughes Jane E. Kyffin, Riding James B., Rochon Andre, Sangiorgi Francesca, Welters Natasja, Sinclair Natalie, Thun Christian, Soliman Ali, Van Nieuwenhove Nicolas, Vink Annemiek, Young Martin (2009). Determining the absolute abundance of dinoflagellate cysts in recent marine sediments: The Lycopodium marker-grain method put to the test . Review Of Palaeobotany And Palynology , 157(3-4), 238-252 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.revpalbo.2009.05.004

Mertens Kenneth, Lynn Matt, Aycard Mylene, Lin Hui-Ling, Louwye Stephen (2009). Coccolithophores as palaeolecological indicators for shifts of the ITCZ in the Cariaco Basin during the late Quaternary . Journal Of Quaternary Science , 24(2), 159-174 . https://doi.org/10.1002/jqs.1194

Mertens Kenneth, Ribeiro Sofia, Bouimetarhan Ilham, Caner Hulya, Nebout Nathalie Combourieu, Dale Barrie, de Vernal Anne, Ellegaard Marianne, Filipova Mariana, Godhe Anna, Goubert Evelyne, Grosfjeld Kari, Holzwarth Ulrike, Kotthoff Ulrich, Leroy Suzanne A. G., Londeix Laurent, Marret Fabienne, Matsuoka Kazumi, Mudie Peta J., Naudts Lieven, Luis Pena-Manjarrez Jose, Persson Agneta, Popescu Speranta-Maria, Pospelova Vera, Sangiorgi Francesca, Van Der Meer Marcel T. J., Vink Annemiek, Zonneveld Karin A. F., Vercauteren Dries, Vlassenbroeck Jelle, Louwye Stephen (2009). Process length variation in cysts of a dinoflagellate, Lingulodinium machaerophorum, in surface sediments: Investigating its potential as salinity proxy . Marine Micropaleontology , 70(1-2), 54-69 . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marmicro.2008.10.004

Mertens Kenneth, Gonzalez Catalina, Delusina Irina, Louwye Stephen (2009). 30 000 years of productivity and salinity variations in the late Quaternary Cariaco Basin revealed by dinoflagellate cysts . Boreas , 38(4), 647-662 . https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1502-3885.2009.00095.x

Verleye Thomas J., Mertens Kenneth, Louwye Stephen, Arz Helge W. (2009). Holocene Salinity Changes in the Southwestern Black Sea: A Reconstruction Based on Dinoflagellate Cysts . Palynology , 33(1), 77-100 . https://doi.org/10.1080/01916122.2009.9989666

Gonzalez Catalina, Dupont Lydie M., Mertens Kenneth, Wefer Gerold (2008). Reconstructing marine productivity of the Cariaco Basin during marine isotope stages 3 and 4 using organic-walled dinoflagellate cysts . Paleoceanography , 23(3 / PA3215), 1-16 . Publisher's official version : https://doi.org/10.1029/2008PA001602 , Open Access version : https://archimer.ifremer.fr/doc/00237/34805/

Louwye Stephen, Foubert Anneleen, Mertens Kenneth, Van Rooij David (2008). Integrated stratigraphy and palaeoecology of the lower and Middle Miocene of the Porcupine Basin . Geological Magazine , 145(3), 321-344 . https://doi.org/10.1017/S0016756807004244

Louwye Stephen, Mertens Kenneth, Vercauteren Dries (2008). New dinoflagellate cysts from the Miocene of the Porcupine Basin, offshore southwest Ireland. Palynology , 32(1), 131-142 . https://doi.org/10.2113/gspalynol.32.1.131