Review
Environmental Sciences
Cinzia Podda, Erika M. D. Porporato
Summary: This paper reviews the current state of research on marine ecological corridors and their methods, highlighting the lack of studies in this area, especially in the design of networks between marine protected areas and other conservation measures. The study finds that the most commonly used methods for projecting and mapping ecological corridors in marine environments are least-cost and circuit theories. The review also emphasizes the importance of integrating different disciplines and the recognition of ecological connectivity by policymakers and practitioners.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Sheeba Samuel, Birgitta Koenig-Ries
Summary: Scientific data management is crucial for the reproducibility of scientific results, requiring tracking, managing, describing, and visualizing data provenance. The lack of link between data, steps, and results from computational and non-computational processes highlights the importance of end-to-end provenance management solutions like CAESAR. This framework integrates the REPRODUCE-ME provenance model to represent the entire path of a scientific experiment, ultimately enhancing reproducibility and reusability.
PEERJ COMPUTER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Heidi J. Albers, Madison F. Ashworth
Summary: Marine protected areas (MPAs) provide both conservation and economic benefits. This review calls for more economic analysis of MPA policy questions.
ANNUAL REVIEW OF RESOURCE ECONOMICS
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Kelsey E. Roberts, Carly N. Cook, Jutta Beher, Eric A. Treml
Summary: Research indicates that Australia's MPA system is not a single network but rather numerous smaller networks delineated by natural breaks outside the Great Barrier Reef and Ningaloo Reef. Depending on the dispersal capacity of the taxa of interest, there may be between 25 and 47 individual ecological networks distributed across the Australian marine environment.
CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Yi-Ping Hung, Yi Chang, Minh-Phuong N. Truong, Jen-Han Yang, Tung-Yao Hsu, Shih-Chun Hsiao
Summary: The study found that in MPAs in Taiwan, mud shrimp density is mainly concentrated outside the protected areas, which may be related to habitat changes. Governance of MPAs in Taiwan lacks regular financial support and regular examination of management plans. A framework is proposed to enhance sustainable management of conservation zones decision-making.
Article
Environmental Studies
Rebecca Singer, Peter J. S. Jones
Summary: The MPAG framework was applied to analyse governance structure of Lyme Bay MPA in southwest England, highlighting a diversity of incentives for stakeholder engagement and awareness-raising. Both bottom-up and top-down approaches were found to contribute to the effectiveness of the MPA governance, with a complementing NGO-led project playing a role in adaptive co-management. Challenges such as external pressures and reduced NGO involvement may test the resilience of the governance structure and the overall effectiveness of the MPA in the future.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Katharina Teschke, Rebecca Konijnenberg, Hendrik Pehlke, Thomas Brey
Summary: This study compares different reserve configurations used in the process of designing a Weddell Sea MPA in Antarctica using univariate and multivariate statistics. The results show that different target level settings for conservation features significantly affect the configuration of the solutions. The mixed-target scenario was found to be the most flexible and well balanced, providing multiple options for consideration.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Dominic A. Andradi-Brown, Laura Veverka, Nicole L. Amkieltiela, Nicole E. Crane, David Estradivari, Helen Fox, David Gill, Jordan C. Goetze, Charlotte E. Gough, Nils L. Krueck, Sarah Lester, Shauna Mahajan, John N. Rulmal Jr, Marianne Teoh, Gabby Ahmadia
Summary: Globally, marine protected areas (MPAs) have shifted their focus from solely maintaining ecosystems to addressing the needs of people and nature. This has resulted in diverse MPAs with different fisheries restrictions, sparking a debate on the types of restrictions that contribute to biodiversity goals.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gabriella La Manna, Marta Picciulin, Alessia Crobu, Francesco Perretti, Fabio Ronchetti, Michele Manghi, Alberto Ruiu, Giulia Ceccherelli
Summary: This study characterized the soundscape of the Capo Caccia-Isola Piana Marine Protected Area in Italy and identified the main biological and anthropogenic components, with a focus on fish sounds. Results showed that sound pressure levels were significantly higher during the day, with certain frequency bands dominated by boat noise. Anthropogenic noise was loudest in the A zone, indicating a lack of protection from acoustic pollution. Additionally, impulsive sounds from invertebrates, snapping shrimps, and fish were the dominant biological components of the soundscape. The study provides baseline data for monitoring future changes and suggests measures to reduce noise impact on marine biodiversity.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Seth T. Sykora-Bodie, Jorge G. Alvarez-Romero, Javier A. Arata, Alistair Dunn, Jefferson T. Hinke, Grant Humphries, Christopher Jones, Pal Skogrand, Katharina Teschke, Philip N. Trathan, Dirk Welsford, Natalie C. Ban, Grant Murray, David A. Gill
Summary: As the global environmental crisis escalates, conservation professionals and policymakers are increasingly challenged by uncertainty and limited resources. By applying forecasting techniques from hazard prediction and risk assessment fields, they found that geopolitical and socioeconomic factors play a crucial role in predicting the likelihood of marine protected area designation in the Southern Ocean.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Editorial Material
Ecology
Nils C. Krueck
Summary: A study warns that concentrated fishing near marine protected areas can hinder population recovery both within and beyond the protected areas.
NATURE ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
William Finnigan, Max Lubberink, Lorna J. Hepworth, Joan Citoler, Ashley P. Mattey, Grayson J. Ford, Jack Sangster, Sebastian C. Cosgrove, Bruna Zucoloto da Costa, Rachel S. Heath, Thomas W. Thorpe, Yuqi Yu, Sabine L. Flitsch, Nicholas J. Turner
Summary: Although biocatalysis is increasingly used in organic synthesis, there is currently no comprehensive database for synthetic biotransformations. The lack of such a database hinders the rapid identification of candidate enzymes for reactions or cascades, thus slowing down their development. The RetroBioCat Database fills this gap by capturing information on synthetic biotransformations and providing a platform for searching and exploring biocatalysis data through interactive data visualization tools. This database enables easy exploration of available enzymes, their substrate scopes, and the relationships between characterized enzymes and the wider sequence space. Data entry is facilitated through an open-access curation platform with automated tools to accelerate the process. The RetroBioCat Database democratizes biocatalysis knowledge and has the potential to accelerate biocatalytic reaction development, making it a valuable resource for the community.
Article
Environmental Studies
Jennifer Sletten, Mimi D'Iorio, Mary G. Gleason, Alex Driedger, Timothe Vincent, Claire Colegrove, Dawn Wright, Virgil Zetterlind
Summary: Comprehensive, spatially explicit data that include regulatory information are essential for evaluating the level of protection provided by marine protected areas (MPAs) and other marine managed areas (MMAs) in U.S. waters. The analysis found that 85% of U.S. waters are in managed areas that restrict living resource extraction, with 52% at a low level of protection and 3% as highly protected no-take areas. States with the most no-take MPAs include Hawaii, California, and Oregon, while the majority of highly protected areas are in the low-populated areas of the Pacific.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Calum J. G. Murie, Mario Lebrato, Andrew Lawrence, James Brown, Livia Gavard, Karen R. Bowles, Mauro G. Jije, Matt Dicken, Simon P. Oliver
Summary: Pelagic sharks, such as bull and oceanic blacktip sharks, are facing increasing threats from human activities and habitat degradation. A study conducted in southern Mozambique found that bull sharks were more commonly found in unprotected areas, while oceanic blacktip sharks were more abundant in the Bazaruto Archipelago National Park. The results suggest that fisheries management may be crucial for the conservation of oceanic blacktip sharks in the BANP region.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Lynda Donaldson, Jonathan J. Bennie, Robert J. Wilson, Ilya M. D. Maclean
Summary: Research suggests that prioritizing protected area networks is an effective way to conserve multiple species. Prioritizing habitat quality achieves the highest levels of persistence and population size for individual species, while considering habitat connectivity is the most effective strategy to conserve multiple species in the same network.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Zoology
David B. Greenberg, William J. McClintock
Article
Oceanography
Mary Gleason, Scott McCreary, Melissa Miller-Henson, John Ugoretz, Evan Fox, Matt Merrifield, Will McClintock, Paulo Serpa, Kathryn Hoffman
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2010)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Francine Kershaw, Will McClintock, Kimberly R. Andrews, Federico G. Riet-Sapriza, Susana Caballero, Michael J. Tetley, Giuseppe Notarbartolo di Sciara, Erich Hoyt, Grace Goldberg, Emily Chou, Kelsey Kane-Ritsch, Howard C. Rosenbaum
Summary: Protecting evolutionary processes and maintaining genetic diversity is crucial for biodiversity and ecosystem resilience. Although genetic diversity is recognized in marine policies, there is a lack of systematic integration of genetic information due to disconnect between geneticists and marine management community. Developing a geospatial genetics approach can help bridge this gap and enhance collaboration among various stakeholders in marine protection and management.
AQUATIC CONSERVATION-MARINE AND FRESHWATER ECOSYSTEMS
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Cristina Seijo, Helena Calado, William J. McClintock, Artur Gil, Catarina Fonseca
Summary: Mapping and assessment of ecosystems and their services in Europe's Outermost Regions and Overseas Countries and Territories lag behind the European mainland. Marine and coastal ecosystems play a significant role in these territories, providing important resources and ecosystem services. Understanding the cultural dimension of ecosystems and considering cultural benefits and values require methodological diversity and creativity.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Jason Flower, Robin Ramdeen, Andy Estep, Lennon R. Thomas, Sarita Francis, Grace Goldberg, Ayana E. Johnson, Will McClintock, Stephen R. Mendes, Kathryn Mengerink, Melissa O'Garro, Lavern Rogers, Ute Zischka, Sarah E. Lester
CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Geography
Andrea Ballatore, Will McClintock, Grace Goldberg, Werner Kuhn
GEOSPATIAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR LOCAL AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT
(2020)
Article
Environmental Studies
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, William James McClintock, Ogden Burton, Wayde Burton, Andrew Estep, Kathryn Mengerink, Read Porter, Stephanie Tate
Article
Oceanography
Ha-Kyung Kim, In-Hwan Cho, Eun-A Hwang, Young-Hyo Kim, Jeong-Suk Moon, Bae-Kyung Park, Baik-Ho Kim
Summary: This study investigated the distribution of diatoms in 324 estuaries on the Korean Peninsula from 2016 to 2018, with a focus on the ecological impact of artificial dams. The results highlighted the complex interactions between dams, land use, and diatom communities, providing important data for ecosystem management and biodiversity conservation. Understanding the consequences of artificial dams on diatom distribution is crucial for preserving estuarine health.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Tianhang Gao, Jia Tian, Chuan Huang, Hongyu Wu, Xing Xu, Changjian Liu
Summary: This study explores the microcontainer transport service and route selection problem within the context of a new transportation corridor. A multiobjective planning model is established to minimize transportation cost, time, and carbon emissions. The findings demonstrate that the New Western Land and Sea Corridor is appealing for time-sensitive cargoes and can enhance economic benefits with supportive policies.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Jintao Ma, Zhengjie Wu, Mengqian Guo, Qiuguang Hu
Summary: With the deepening of economic globalization and regional economic integration, marine fisheries are becoming increasingly connected to national strategic interests and economic vitality. It is necessary to explore the synergistic evolution of marine fisheries economic development, environmental protection, and technological progress in order to promote sustainable and healthy development of marine fisheries.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Wenhan Ren, Yuhan Xu, Jing Ni
Summary: This paper focuses on the key role of human economic activities in the evolution of ecological security from the perspective of eco-industrial symbiosis and constructs a symbiotic system of indicators considering human economic activities and all subsystems. The research findings reveal that in China's coastal areas, the socio-economic development index shows a stable upward trend, the environmental capacity index remains stable, and the ecological impact index shows a fluctuating and undulating trend.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Xiao Zhou
Summary: This study develops a spatial risk assessment approach for maritime transportation in China using machine learning and geospatial big data. The study identifies wave height, rainfall, and sea surface temperature as the most influential factors affecting navigational safety. It also analyzes the matching relationship between coastal search and rescue resources and maritime transportation risks.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Review
Oceanography
X. Yang, Z. Y. Lin, W. J. Zhang, S. Xu, M. Y. Zhang, Z. D. Wu, B. Han
Summary: The study highlights the increasing importance of Arctic navigation safety and identifies gaps in the application of risk assessment methodologies. It calls for decision-oriented modelling techniques and bridging the gap between academic research and practical application.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Vladimir J. Alarcon, Anna C. Linhoss, Christopher R. Kelble, Paul F. Mickle, Alexandra Fine, Enrique Montes
Summary: Estuaries and coastal areas are undergoing rapid changes due to climate change and sea level rise. This research presents a salinity transport model for Biscayne Bay and investigates the potential impacts of altered precipitation, increased salinity/temperature, and sea level rise on bay salinity. The findings suggest that current restoration plans may not be sufficient to maintain current salinity conditions, and management measures such as urban greening, artificial groundwater recharge, and water consumption reduction should be considered.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Manuel Vargas-Yanez, Ana Reeves-Bueno, Sara Fernandez-Topham, Francina Moya, Enrique Ballesteros, Cristina Alonso, Teresa Perez-Sanchez, Patricia Romero-Fernandez, Silvia Sanchez-Aguado, Ricardo Felix Sanchez-Leal, M. Carmen Garcia-Martinez
Summary: This study analyzed the phytoplankton communities in the upper 100 m of the Gulf of Cadiz and the Alboran Sea using time series data. The results show that these two regions can be considered as two differentiated bioregions, with the latter having higher productivity.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Donna Dimarchopoulou, Ioannis Keramidas, Konstantinos Tsagarakis, Vasiliki Markantonatou, Ghassen Halouani, Athanassios C. Tsikliras
Summary: The study shows that spatiotemporal simulation modeling is an effective tool for investigating management options in ecosystem-based fisheries management. It demonstrates that fisheries restricted areas can help rebuild the biomass of exploited stocks, but their effectiveness depends on the size and location of the areas. The study also suggests that a parallel reduction in total fishing effort is necessary to achieve the highest benefits of protection.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Junita D. Karlsen, Ludvig Ahm Krag, Bent Herrmann
Summary: Fisheries management is transitioning from a single-species approach to an ecosystem-based approach to address the complexities of mixed-species fisheries. A dual compartment codend concept can provide a complex selectivity profile and allow for flexible adjustments at sea, improving compliance with management objectives.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Yi-Zhuo Zhang, Cheng Xue, Na Wang, Gang Chen
Summary: This paper evaluates typical coastal provinces and cities in China, constructing an evaluation indicator system and clarifying the regional differences in the sustainable development capacity of China's marine fisheries industry. The results show that Shandong Province and Fujian Province have advantages in sustainable development, while Tianjin, Hebei Province, and Shanghai have room for improvement.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Caimao Tan, Tiantian Qin, Junliang He, Yu Wang, Hang Yu
Summary: This study addresses the storage space allocation problem of container yards based on the dual-cycle operation mode. A mixed integer programming model is established to optimize container transportation distance. The results show that dual-cycle operation can decrease transportation distance and the space allocation method based on it is more effective than traditional methods. The study also provides management insights for container ports and suggests effective solutions for bottleneck problems.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
Article
Oceanography
Haye H. Geukes, Peter M. van Bodegom, Alexander P. E. van Oudenhoven
Summary: This study aims to identify and explore the information requirements at different stages of the decision-making process of coastal nature-based solutions (NbS). The study found substantial differences in information requirements across the decision-making stages, with values and indicators becoming more specific and concrete as the stages progressed. The study also suggests that future changes in the information required for decision-making on coastal NbS can be anticipated and prepared for.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2024)
