Review
Microbiology
Shani Msafiri Mangola, Justin R. Lund, Stephanie L. Schnorr, Alyssa N. Crittenden
Summary: Human-microbiome interactions are linked to evolutionary, cultural, and environmental processes. In the context of clinical microbiome research, particularly among Indigenous communities, it is essential to adhere to principles of inclusivity. A transdisciplinary dialogue is necessary to determine ethical practices for sample collection and valuing the benefits of research and its derivatives. This study presents an approach for conducting ethical microbiome research with Indigenous communities and proposes specific actions for developing equitable partnerships in this field.
NATURE MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Elena Buscher, Darcy L. Mathews, Cheryl Bryce, Kathleen Bryce, Darlene Joseph, Natalie C. Ban
Summary: The research documents the Indigenous-led marine conservation planning process of the Songhees Nation to reclaim stewardship around the Tl'ches archipelago near Victoria, Canada, comparing it to systematic conservation planning approaches. Despite similarities in the initial scoping phase and focus on focal species, differences include the Songhees approach involving only one zone, excluding other stakeholders, and attempting to account for the entire socialecological system in one step.
Article
Environmental Studies
Maryann S. Watson, Anne-Marie Jackson, Georgia Lloyd-Smith, Christopher D. Hepburn
Summary: Marine Protected Area (MPA) network planning aims to enhance the effectiveness of individual protected areas by focusing on ecological connectivity, redundancy, and replication of habitats. Canada and New Zealand have both undertaken bioregional MPA network planning, with Indigenous communities seeking shared governance and management arrangements. Systematic approaches to planning and designing regional MPA networks have been implemented in both countries, emphasizing the importance of reflecting interactions between protected areas and governance rights across bioregions.
Article
Business
Thomas Frandsen, Jawwad Z. Raja, Isabelle Fabienne Neufang
Summary: This paper examines the impact of digital servitization on the offshore wind industry and explains the development of autonomous solutions using activity theory. The study finds that spatial-temporal expansion helps understand the development and co-evolution of business ecosystems, and that the development of epistemic objects relies on various mediating tools. Additionally, the findings provide practical insights for developing digital solutions and fostering closer collaboration.
INDUSTRIAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Steve Diggon, Caroline Butler, Aaron Heidt, John Bones, Russ Jones, Craig Outhet
Summary: Marine spatial planning is a global phenomenon aiming to resolve spatial conflicts and reduce human impacts on marine biodiversity. The successful example of MaPP in British Columbia demonstrates how collaborative planning can protect ecological and cultural values while supporting sustainable economic activities. Preceding territorial marine planning by each participating First Nation helps protect governance, economy, cultural values, and resource management priorities.
Article
Environmental Studies
Julie M. Reimer, Rodolphe Devillers, Brice Trouillet, Natalie C. Ban, Tundi Agardy, Joachim Claudet
Summary: Marine spatial planning (MSP) often prioritizes blue growth objectives over biodiversity conservation, but this study suggests the concept of conservation ready MSP, where plans are designed to integrate conservation in MSP to support sustained ocean use. Qualitative document analysis identified five themes, reflecting conservation in MSP from weak to strong inclusion. The analysis suggests that while some plans appear more prepared to integrate conservation, overall the prioritization of managing impacts and conservation in MSP is less apparent.
Review
Ecology
Nancy Knowlton
Summary: Despite the significant challenges in marine conservation, there are many positive developments, with achievements having multiple benefits, including improved human well-being. The implementation of effective conservation strategies, new technologies and databases, increased integration of natural and social sciences, and the use of indigenous knowledge offer hope for continued progress in marine conservation efforts.
ANNUAL REVIEW OF MARINE SCIENCE, VOL 13, 2021
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Hui Wang, Dong Xie, Peter A. Bowler, Zhangfan Zeng, Wen Xiong, Chunlong Liu
Summary: The South China Sea is a regional center of high marine and coastal biodiversity, with many non-indigenous species introduced as a result of mariculture and fisheries activities. These species have negative impacts on local biodiversity and economy, requiring increased monitoring and management efforts.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Montserrat Compa, Carme Alomar, Merce Morato, Elvira Alvarez, Salud Deudero
Summary: The seafloors are becoming major sinks for marine litter, and Marine Protected Areas are established to protect marine habitats and biodiversity. In this study, extensive scuba diving surveys were conducted in Cabrera MPA to identify the distribution and abundance of marine litter. The results showed that Cabrera MPA is a hotspot for marine litter, with glass bottles and plastic items being the most common. The protection status of different locations within the MPA did not significantly affect the distribution and abundance of marine litter.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Victoria Reyes-Garcia, Santiago Alvarez-Fernandez, Petra Benyei, David Garcia-del-Amo, Andre B. Junqueira, Vanesse Labeyrie, Xiaoyue Li, Vincent Porcher, Anna Porcuna-Ferrer, Anna Schlingmann, Ramin Soleymani
Summary: Scientists have developed a protocol to inventory climate change impacts based on Indigenous Peoples and local communities' knowledge systems, and to test hypotheses on the global distribution of these impacts. The data collection involves secondary data collection, interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys.
Article
Oceanography
Tamlin Jefferson, Jenny R. Hillman, Carolyn J. Lundquist
Summary: The research provides a spatial analysis of the Aotearoa EEZ and identifies optimal areas for marine protection that balance biodiversity conservation with minimal displacement of fishing. The findings indicate that it is possible to achieve conservation goals without significant negative impacts on the fishing industry.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2023)
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
Environmental Studies
Steve Diggon, John Bones, Charles J. Short, Joanna L. Smith, Megan Dickinson, Kelly Wozniak, Karen Topelko, Kylee A. Pawluk
Summary: Marine spatial planning has been widely used worldwide, and ecosystem-based management in British Columbia started with land use planning in the 1990s. Managing marine resources on Canada's Pacific coast is challenging due to multiple jurisdictions, unceded indigenous territories, and lack of coordination. The Marine Plan Partnership for the North Pacific Coast (MaPP) was established in 2011 as a co-led partnership between First Nations and the Province of British Columbia governments, developing and implementing marine plans for coastal and offshore water in northern British Columbia.
Article
Fisheries
Iliana Chollett, Larry Perruso, Shay O'Farrell
Summary: Spatial planning is widely used globally to protect biodiversity, promote sustainable resource use, and reduce conflict. However, the inclusion of fisheries data in spatial planning has been limited. This literature review highlights the need for better integration of fisheries data, considering diverse data sources, stakeholder needs, and matching spatial and temporal scales for effective management.
FISH AND FISHERIES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ibon Galparsoro, Angel Borja
Summary: Effective marine management involves evaluating tradeoffs between protection and economic costs, with integrated approaches to achieve nature conservation and sustainability targets. A systematic conservation planning method was used to identify cost-effective priority marine areas, showing that existing marine protected areas are close to achieving protection targets and can be extended. Higher costs are associated with more protection features, but their cost/effectiveness is higher, with extension of existing MPAs being the most cost-effective scenarios. The approach proposed can assist in identifying conservation gaps and ecosystem components for ecosystem-based marine spatial planning.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)