A5087547029- Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies
- Coastal and Marine Management
- Turtle Biology and Conservation
- Marine and coastal plant biology
- Marine and fisheries research
- Marine animal studies overview
- Avian ecology and behavior
- Polar Research and Ecology
- Innovation and Socioeconomic Development
- Sustainability and Climate Change Governance
- Wildlife-Road Interactions and Conservation
- International Development and Aid
- Energy and Environment Impacts
- Marine Ecology and Invasive Species
- Innovation, Technology, and Society
- Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration
- Amphibian and Reptile Biology
- Fish Ecology and Management Studies
Duke University
2017-2022
James Cook University
2019-2021
ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies
2019-2021
Australian Research Council
2019-2021
Marine Conservation Institute
2017-2021
NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service
2016
OAI Consulting (United States)
2016
University of Maryland, College Park
2012
The development of advanced technologies to enhance conservation science often outpaces the abilities wildlife managers assess and ensure such new tools are safely used in proximity wild animals. Recently, unmanned aerial systems (UAS) have become more accessible civilian operators quickly being integrated into existing research paradigms replace manned aircraft. Several federal statutes require scientists obtain permits closely approach protected species wildlife, as marine mammals, but...
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are a key tool for achieving goals biodiversity conservation and human well-being, including improving climate resilience equitable access to nature. At national level, they central components in the U.S. commitment conserve at least 30% of waters by 2030. By definition, primary goal an MPA is long-term nature; however, not all MPAs provide same ecological social benefits. A system that equitable, well-managed, representative connected, includes level protection...
Although sea turtles face significant pressure from human activities, some populations are recovering due to conservation programs, bans on the trade of turtle products, and reductions in bycatch. While these trends encouraging, status many remains unknown scientific monitoring is needed inform management decisions. To address gaps, this study presents methods for using unmanned aerial systems (UAS) conduct population assessments. Using a fixed-wing UAS modified strip-transect method, we...
Abstract The global environmental crisis (characterized by declines in biodiversity, transboundary pollution, habitat degradation, and climate change) has inspired international regimes, such as the Convention for Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR), to establish large‐scale networks marine protected areas (MPAs) beyond national jurisdiction. Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica comprises roughly 10% ocean plays a crucial role regulating ecosystems. Although...
After substantial global investments into biofuel production from 2005 to 2008, challenges a sustainable and robust industry have become more apparent than many proponents anticipated. Across country development contexts, conflicts arose as plans scale up clashed with local preferences or national policies, Southern Africa has been no exception. This article analyzes recent difficulties biofuels projects in Tanzania before the background of successful experiences Brazil South Africa. We...
As the global environmental crisis grows in scale and complexity, conservation professionals policymakers are increasingly called upon to make decisions despite high levels of uncertainty, limited resources, insufficient data. Global efforts protect biodiversity areas beyond national jurisdiction require substantial international cooperation negotiation, both which characterized by unpredictability uncertainty. Here we build on recent studies adapt forecasting techniques from fields hazard...
Abstract Higher education institutions have long played a key role in solving society's most pressing problems. However, as the scale and complexity of socio‐environmental problems has grown, there been renewed debate about that academic should play developing solutions how institutional structures be redesigned to encourage greater interdisciplinarity. In following pages, we present graduate student perspective on this debate. Specifically, identify challenges facing interdisciplinary...