Abstract
In the first part of this paper an overview is given about governmental scientific projects related to the Mediterranean Sea in Italy. The focus of the projects will be on the nearshore and coastal zone. Examples of projects dealing with lagoons are presented. Some case studies are outlined. The second part of the paper deals with a historical view on the management of the Venice Lagoon as an example representing importance of human intervention. This part includes the interventions of the Venetian Republic diverting rivers that were discharging into the lagoon until the last projects to tame the floodings of the city of Venice.
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