Article
Environmental Sciences
Matthew R. Baker, Robert Alverson, Ruth Christiansen, Keith Criddle, Danny Eilertsen, Robert J. Foy, John Gauvin, Scott E. Goodman, Leigh Habegger, Bradley P. Harris, Nicole Kimball, Anna Malek Mercer, Edward Poulsen, Matt Robinson, Jeremy Rusin, Rebecca Skinner, Claus Reedtz Sparrevohn, Kevin D. E. Stokesbury, Daryl R. Sykes
Summary: Data and insights from fishers are crucial for understanding fishery and ecosystem dynamics. Incorporating fisher and industry knowledge can improve marine science and fisheries management.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Justus Henke
Summary: Both the sustainability discourse and the debate on citizen science mainly focus on the natural and technical sciences. However, there are also many participatory research activities in the social sciences and humanities that have not been adequately studied and their contribution to addressing sustainability challenges is not well-known. This study examines citizen science in the humanities and social sciences, identifies the sustainability topics addressed, and analyzes the factors influencing topic selection and the implications. The findings highlight the importance of incorporating Citizen Social Science (CSS) into Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) monitoring and providing incentives for scientific institutions to participate in CSS.
Review
Oceanography
Rafael Menezes, Vinicius J. Giglio, Cristiano Q. Albuquerque, Ricardo S. Rosa
Summary: This review summarizes the distribution, ecology, fisheries, and conservation of the dog snapper in the Brazilian Province. The study finds that the dog snapper is most abundant on the northeastern Brazilian coast, while being scarce or absent in other regions. To manage the fisheries of the dog snapper, the review suggests participatory mapping, slot size limit regulation, and citizen science-based monitoring.
OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Nick Caputi, Simon de Lestang, Stephen J. Newman, Gary Jackson, Kim Smith
Summary: Fishing rights and co-management are crucial in fisheries management, with the responsibility to provide data for better assessments and strategies. Utilizing fishery-independent surveys can reduce risks to stock sustainability and enhance stakeholders' understanding of stock status.
Article
Biology
Corey T. Callaghan, Alistair G. B. Poore, Thomas Mesaglio, Angela T. Moles, Shinichi Nakagawa, Christopher Roberts, Jodi J. L. Rowley, Adriana VergEs, John H. Wilshire, William K. Cornwell
Summary: Citizen science is playing an increasingly important role in biodiversity research, but is underrepresented in current research papers. Three frontiers of citizen science research are proposed, including sampling undersampled areas, utilizing the unique abilities of citizen science, and reducing biases in global biodiversity data sets. The contribution of citizen science to understanding key biodiversity questions should be fully realized.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Renato Gozzer-Wuest, Rosa Amelia Vinatea Chavez, Gonzalo Olea Stranger, Gonzalo Araya Goncalves, Luciano Hiriart-Bertrand, Rolando Labrana-Cornejo, Enrique Alonso-Poblacion
Summary: Based on a survey conducted in 2019-2020, addressing illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, developing a priority national research agenda to improve fisheries management in Chile, addressing the lack of legitimacy of the fisheries law, developing a new national fisheries policy, and updating the Artisanal Fisheries Registry were identified as priority topics for fisheries policy reform in Chile.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Information Science & Library Science
Shan L. Pan, Lemuria Carter, Yenni Tim, M. S. Sandeep
Summary: This article provides an overview of Australia's perspectives and approaches to addressing climate change, and calls for further research contributions to mitigate its impacts. Future research directions focusing on climate resilience, climate-conscious citizen science, and organizations' ESG strategies are proposed.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Magdalena Meissner
Summary: In recent years, there has been increasing interest in the potential of Repair Cafes for contributing to sustainability transformations among policymakers and academics. Narratives about Repair Cafes vary, with some linking to policy agendas and neighborhood regeneration, while others focus on civic activism and countering consumer culture. Research analyzed the importance of care in repair processes based on empirical data from Repair Cafe participants.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Desiree Tommasi, Yvonne deReynier, Howard Townsend, Chris J. Harvey, William H. Satterthwaite, Kristin N. Marshall, Isaac C. Kaplan, Stephanie Brodie, John C. Field, Elliott L. Hazen, Stefan Koenigstein, Joshua Lindsay, Kathleen Moore, Barbara Muhling, Lisa Pfeiffer, James A. Smith, Jonathan Sweeney, Brian Wells, Michael G. Jacox
Summary: The disconnect between modeling and management needs poses a significant challenge in using information and ideas generated through ecosystem models and analyses for ecosystem-based fisheries management. A case study from the U.S. West Coast showcases a process to identify management priorities, evaluate potential ecosystem models and analyses, and address policy needs, highlighting the importance of structured, iterative, and interactive communication between managers, stakeholders, and modelers.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Clive J. Fox
Summary: The study revealed that some inshore crab and lobster stocks in the UK EEZ are facing the issue of over-exploitation, urging fisheries managers to address it urgently. Policymakers should not assume that slightly exceeding the trigger for maximum sustainable biomass means the stocks have been rebuilt. To enhance monitoring, regular assessments, proxy measures, and novel techniques are urgently needed.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Lyall Bellquist, William J. Harford, Frank Hurd, Alexis Jackson, Jeremy D. Prince, Jan Freiwald, Anna Neumann, Jack Likins, Jono R. Wilson
Summary: Data-limited fisheries pose challenges to fisheries management globally. This study examines the value of citizen science in managing the recreational red abalone dive fishery in California. The results indicate that community science data collection can provide high-quality data, inform fisheries management decisions, and be a valuable source of information even in the absence of conventional data.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Development Studies
Johanna Amalia Robinson, David Kocman, Orestis Speyer, Evangelos Gerasopoulos
Summary: Citizen Science projects vary greatly in terms of goals, resources, and tools, with volunteer involvement often requiring information and communication technology. To enhance long-term participation and project sustainability, the use of tools with functional features that align with volunteer motivations is essential.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tahlia Perry, Alan Stenhouse, Isabella Wilson, Imma Perfetto, Michael W. McKelvey, Michelle Coulson, Rachel A. Ankeny, Peggy D. Rismiller, Frank Grutzner
Summary: The short-beaked echidna, an iconic Australian animal, faces threats such as habitat loss, roads, and invasive species. To gather more information about echidnas Australia-wide, the Echidna Conservation Science Initiative (EchidnaCSI) was established, engaging the public in citizen science research. This project successfully collected a significant amount of echidna data through public participation, demonstrating the potential of citizen science approaches for research on cryptic species.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sinja Dittmann, Tim Kiessling, Linda Mederake, Mandy Hinzmann, Doris Knoblauch, Marianne Boehm-Beck, Katrin Knickmeier, Martin Thiel
Summary: Engaging the general public in research processes through citizen science allows for innovative scientific studies and makes science accessible. The citizen science program Plastic Pirates investigated plastic pollution of rivers and used communication strategies to achieve scientific and educational goals. Some challenges included time constraints, delayed data analysis, and limited personnel resources. Recommendations for citizen science practitioners include regular communication, using various channels, and providing feedback to participants.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Gemma L. Scotts, Michael J. Scales, Gonzalo Araujo, Hollie Booth, Sarah A. Marley
Summary: This study explores the socio-cultural relationship between anglers and blue sharks in the UK. The findings show that anglers have respect for sharks and are willing to contribute to research. The study also reveals that socio-demographic variables are correlated with anglers' perceptions. Operators follow best fishing practices and are willing to contribute to research.
Editorial Material
Biology
Rick Bonney
Article
Biology
Maria Cecilia Alvarez Ricalde, John Annoni, Rick Bonney, J. Marcelo Bonta, Patricia B. Campbell, Mateo Luna Castelli, Makeda Cheatom, Catherine Crum, Juan Flores Valadez, Yao Augustine Foli, Jose Gonzalez, Jose Miguel Hernandez Hurtado, Sister Sharon Horace, Karen Kitchen, Marilu Lopez Fretts, Brigid Lucey, Pepe Marcos-Iga, Karen Purcell, Berenice Rodriguez, Tanya Schuh, Phyllis Edwards Turner, Fanny Villarreal, Bobby Wilson
Summary: In order to promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in science, it is essential to understand and improve the dominant cultural frameworks that hinder progress. Additionally, intentional efforts must be made to create more equitable models. This study, conducted by the ICBOs and Allies Workgroup, represents historically excluded communities in the sciences. Together with institutional allies and advisors, they developed a community framework to guide their research and took charge of all aspects of their work, from research protocols to data analysis and dissemination. By sharing their framework, methods, and results, they aim to help science institutions better understand how to establish equitable research partnerships with communities.
Letter
Biology
Rick Bonney