Katherine P. Munkres

Katherine P. Munkres is a researcher affiliated with James Cook University, contributing to marine ecological studies with a focus on coral reef systems, fisheries dynamics, and conservation genetics. Her work bridges the ecological and applied aspects of marine resource management.

Research Interests

Her research explores the interplay between human activities and marine ecosystems, including:

• Effects of overfishing on symbiotic relationships (e.g., anemonefish-anemone mutualism)
• Population dynamics of reef fish under anthropogenic pressures
• Development of genetic tools for conservation and fisheries management

Publications Overview

Munkres' publications span 2007–2016, focusing on coral reef ecology, fisheries impacts, and molecular biology applications. Key themes include:

• Evaluation of spearfishing’s ecological consequences
• Genetic methodologies for understanding fish population structures
• Strategies to mitigate fishery productivity declines in mutualistic systems

Grants & Awards

No specific grants or awards are listed in the provided texts.

Collaborations

She has collaborated with researchers such as Ashley J. Frisch, Jean Paul A. Hobbs, and Dean R. Jerry, indicating interdisciplinary work across marine biology and conservation science.