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This document contains abstracts from research papers on microphytobenthos, specifically focusing on biofilms and diatoms. The abstracts cover various topics such as the ecological function and adaptability of microphytobenthic biofilms, the response of microphytobenthos to multiple stressors, and the metabolites of light and their role in adaptation. They also discuss the phototobiology of benthic diatoms, the variability in microphytobenthos biomass and production, the motility of epipelic diatoms, and the effect of heat stress on phototrophic biofilm photosynthesis. These abstracts provide insight into current research in this field and emphasize the importance of microphytobenthos in coastal ecosystems. Additionally, the document mentions the invasive seaweed Rugulopteryx okamurae, which has spread to various locations in Spain, Morocco, Portugal, the Azores, Madeira, and the Canary Islands. This species has had significant environmental and socioeconomic impacts, displacing native species and affecting fishing and tourism industries. Research is being conducted to understand the biology, ecology, and impact of R. okamurae, and efforts are underway to monitor and mitigate its spread in affected regions. [Extracted from the article]