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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Elin Torell, Chikondi Manyungwa-Pasani, Danielle Bilecki, Innocent Gumulira, Gordon Yiwombe
Summary: This paper explores the roles of men and women in Lake Malawi's small-scale fisheries sector, highlighting the differences in their access to and control over fishing resources. It emphasizes the impact of social norms and values on people's access and control over communal resources, with a focus on strengthening women's roles in the fisheries sector.
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Environmental Studies
Richard Freeman, Kristina Svels
Summary: Gender approaches in fisheries policy and research are under-represented, despite the significant role women play in small-scale family-run fisheries. Though some studies focus on gender, the impact of FLAGs on women has yet to be contextualized.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Jeremy Prince, Watisoni Lalavanua, Jone Tamanitoakula, Laitia Tamata, Stuart Green, Scott Radway, Epeli Loganimoce, Tevita Vodivodi, Kalisiana Marama, Pitila Waqainabete, Frank Jeremiah, Diana Nalasi, Mosese Naleba, Waisea Naisilisili, Uraia Kaloudrau, Lepani Lagi, Kalisiana Logatabua, Rosemary Dautei, Rahul Tikaram, James Sloan, Sangeeta Mangubhai
Summary: Catastrophic overfishing in small-scale coastal fisheries in the Pacific highlights the need for a reevaluation of fisheries management methods. The application of Spawning Potential Surveys (SPS) shows effectiveness in guiding and motivating fisheries reform, emphasizing the necessity of a long-term and interdisciplinary approach to achieve societal change.
CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
P. S. Swathi Lekshmi, Kalidoss Radhakrishnan, R. Narayanakumar, V. P. Vipinkumar, Shinoj Parappurathu, Shyam S. Salim, B. Johnson, Phalguni Pattnaik
Summary: Through a study in Andhra Pradesh, India, it was found that women make a significant contribution to household income and livelihood security in fisheries, with differences in decision-making behavior compared to men. Data suggests that policy interventions are needed to address the existing disparities between men and women in the sector.
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Environmental Studies
Edison D. Macusi, Imee S. Maynawang, Robert E. Katikiro, Jee Grace Suyo, Erna S. Macusi
Summary: The lack of attention and funding in studying women in fisheries has led to a gendered analysis being absent in understanding the contributions of women to enhancing fisheries sustainability. This article highlights the crucial roles and responsibilities of women in motivating proper management, conservation measures, and sound policies in fisheries. The study conducted in Surigao del Sur in the Philippines reveals that women actively participate in various roles, initiate innovative solutions, and contribute to the better management of marine resources.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rodrigo A. Estevez, Gabriel Jerez, Stefan Gelcich
Summary: In order to achieve ocean sustainability, addressing issues of justice, both in terms of benefit distribution and procedural justice, is crucial in fisheries management. Fishers' perceptions of procedural justice in a small-scale fishery in Chile showed heterogeneity in achievement among different components, with the highest perceptions in selection of participants, use of knowledge for decision-making, and ethical procedures. Challenges were identified in a rigid legal structure hindering adaptive management and clear communication of decisions. Addressing these gaps is essential for the legitimacy and effectiveness of fisheries management.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Environmental Studies
Nathan J. Bennett, Natalie C. Ban, Anna Schuhbauer, Dacotah-Victoria Splichalova, Megan Eadie, Kiera Vandeborne, Jim McIsaac, Eric Angel, Joshua Charleson, Erika R. Gavenus, Sarah Harper, Terre Satterfield, Tasha Sutcliffe, Rashid Sumaila
Summary: The research focuses on access rights and capacities among independent fishers in British Columbia, Canada. Participants generally perceived strengths in physical, human, and cultural assets, with varied status in social and financial assets, and weaknesses in political assets. The study found that higher perceived rights and capacities were predicted by Indigenous self-identification, and higher feasibility and economic benefits of fishing were associated with higher political and financial assets, non-Indigenous status, rural residence, and higher incomes. Ways to maintain or gain access include preparation, networking, political advocacy, augmenting licenses or quota, and diversifying and intensifying fishing activities.
Review
Fisheries
Mouna Chambon, Sara Minarro, Santiago Alvarez Fernandez, Vincent Porcher, Victoria Reyes-Garcia, Huran Tonalli Drouet, Patrizia Ziveri
Summary: While women make up nearly half of the global fisheries workforce, their contribution to the sector has been overlooked, impacting fisheries management. A systematic review of literature found that women had limited participation in small-scale fisheries (SSF) management, with negative outcomes resulting from their exclusion. Active participation, on the other hand, had positive socio-cultural impacts at multiple scales. The study highlights the need to foster gender perspectives in fisheries research and SSF management for improved social-ecological system management.
REVIEWS IN FISH BIOLOGY AND FISHERIES
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Madeleine Gustavsson, Katia Frangoudes, Lars Lindstrom, Maria Catalina Avarez, Maricela de la Torre Castro
Summary: This paper examines the importance of integrating gender into Blue Justice, and highlights how gender issues impact fisheries governance through an analysis of four cases. The study shows that gendered power inequities lead to procedural injustices, which in turn shape distributive outcomes in fisheries governance.
Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sheryl L. Hendriks
Summary: Artisanal fishing is crucial in improving livelihoods, enhancing nutrition, and strengthening food systems, but the involvement of fishers is needed at local, national, and global levels.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Salanieta Kitolelei, Randy Thaman, Joeli Veitayaki, Annette Breckwoldt, Susanna Piovano
Summary: The study highlights the critical need to conserve and incorporate Indigenous fishing knowledge (IFK) for assessing the conservation status of fisheries species and planning site-specific management. Conservation, documentation, and intergenerational transfer of IFK are key for sustainable fisheries management in Fiji and the Pacific Islands.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Michael Murunga
Summary: This article provides nuanced insights on gender equality issues in small-scale fisheries in the Western Indian Ocean, emphasizing the importance of gendered-power dynamics in addressing gender inequality and challenging simplistic views on poverty, vulnerability, and the subordination of women. The evidence presented highlights the need for greater reflexivity among development practitioners, researchers, and policymakers towards gender equality politics in small-scale fisheries.
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE-HUMAN AND POLICY DIMENSIONS
(2021)
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Environmental Sciences
Benjamin L. Jones, Lina M. Nordlund, Richard K. F. Unsworth, Narriman S. Jiddawi, Johan S. Eklof
Summary: The study investigated the impact of seagrass characteristics on tropical fish assemblages, finding that seagrass structural complexity and depth were key predictors of fish abundance. Seagrass species diversity had minimal effect on fish assemblages, with an interaction between seagrass cover and land use being the primary predictor of fish species richness.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Madu Galappaththi, Derek Armitage, Andrea M. Collins
Summary: This paper synthesizes current empirical evidence on women's experience and influence in small-scale fisheries governance, addressing a significant gap in the literature. The synthesis identifies the variety of institutional contexts women participate in, as well as the diverse governance tasks they perform. The paper emphasizes the need to embed gender in empirical examination and expands the evidence base on this topic.
FISH AND FISHERIES
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rosemary Peter Mramba, Kelvin Emmanuel Mkude
Summary: The fisheries sector in Tanzania is dominated by small-scale fishers, who face challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of capital and skills, leading to variations in fish catch and spoilage. Factors such as fishing experience, age, gender, education level, and selling time influence the amount of fish caught and spoilage levels. Training in fish processing, handling, and improving cold storage and transport facilities are recommended to reduce spoilage.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Alyssa S. Thomas, Michael C. Gavin, Taciano L. Milfont
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2015)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alyssa S. Thomas, Taciano L. Milfont, Michael C. Gavin
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Fisheries
Alyssa S. Thomas, Taciano L. Milfont, Michael C. Gavin
ICES JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE
(2020)
Review
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Alyssa S. Thomas, Jose J. Sanchez, David Flores
Summary: This study reviewed the literature on Latinx recreation on federal and state public lands in the United States and found a lack of research in this area. By synthesizing four theories, the study aimed to explain the lower participation of minorities in outdoor recreation and identify emerging research areas related to Latinx public land use and outdoor recreation. The analysis revealed that while institutional barriers still exist, barriers to access may be shifting, suggesting the need for further research on the recreation behavior and preferences of Latinx populations in different regions.
JOURNAL OF PARK AND RECREATION ADMINISTRATION
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Alyssa S. Thomas, Francisco J. Escobedo, Matthew R. Sloggy, Jose J. Sanchez
Summary: Larger and more severe wildfires are increasingly occurring and impacting communities. While existing literature focuses on burned ecosystems and destroyed structures, less attention is paid to the growing socioeconomic impacts faced by different communities. This study reviews the socio-demographic dimensions of wildfire literature using an environmental justice lens, highlighting the need to consider peri-urban areas, newer socio-demographic groups, and disadvantaged communities. The research reveals a lack of focus on secondary impacts and provides a wildfire-relevant definition of environmental justice to guide policy formulation.
Article
Development Studies
Alyssa S. Thomas, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Chloe Vandervord, Margaret Fox, Yashika Nand
CLIMATE AND DEVELOPMENT
(2019)
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Environmental Studies
Ralph Chapman, Philippa Howden-Chapman, Kate Whitwell, Alyssa Thomas
AUSTRALASIAN JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2017)
Article
Environmental Studies
Alyssa S. Thomas, Taciano L. Milfont, Michael C. Gavin
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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)