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• Sustainability Science
• Marine Seafood Sustainability
• Aquarium Trade
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Michael Tlusty is a Professor at the School for the Environment , University of Massachusetts Boston, and serves as Graduate Program Director. His interdisciplinary research bridges sustainability science, marine ecology, and seafood systems. Education: BS in Animal Science (University of Illinois Urbana), PhD in Biology (Syracuse University), Postdocs in Fish Behavioral Science (University of Arkansas) and Animal Behavior (Clark University) His work focuses on transforming aquatic food systems through technology, stakeholder collaboration, and sustainable practices. Key areas include marine seafood supply chain management, aquarium trade conservation, and climate change impacts on shellfish like American lobsters. Recent publications highlight his expertise in wildlife trade data digitization, antimicrobial resistance in aquaculture, and sustainable feed innovations. He also explores policy challenges in fisheries management and the societal implications of seafood sustainability claims. Dr. Tlusty’s lab investigates physiological responses to climate stressors, shell disease in crustaceans, and innovations for reducing illegal wildlife trade through automated detection systems.

• Wave Energy
• Marine Renewable Energy
• Electrical Engineering
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Jan Sundberg is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at Uppsala University, specializing in ecological aspects within the Department of Electrical Engineering at The Ångström Laboratory. His research spans two distinct but equally significant fields: wave energy technology and marine renewable energy systems, and earlier work in avian ecology focusing on yellowhammers. His research interests center on the intersection of electrical engineering and environmental science, with particular focus on wave energy conversion systems, ecological impact assessment of marine renewable energy installations, and underwater acoustic monitoring techniques. Sundberg has made significant contributions to understanding how wave energy converters interact with marine ecosystems, including fish behavior, marine mammal responses, and benthic community development around energy infrastructure. Analysis of Sundberg's publication record reveals a clear evolution of research focus. Beginning with ornithological studies in the 1990s examining yellowhammer mating behaviors and plumage coloration, his work transitioned toward renewable energy research in the early 2000s. Since 2005, his publications have predominantly focused on wave energy technology, with particular emphasis on environmental monitoring using sonar systems, ecological impacts of marine energy installations, and operational characteristics of wave energy converters. His most recent work (2020-2023) demonstrates sophisticated approaches to monitoring marine life interactions with renewable energy infrastructure using advanced sonar technologies. Sundberg has been actively involved with the Lysekil Research Site in Sweden, a key facility for wave energy research where he has contributed to numerous studies examining noise emissions, ecological impacts, and operational characteristics of wave energy converters. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration with marine biologists, environmental scientists, and engineering specialists.

• Larval behavioral and dispersal mechanisms in marine larvae
• Seagrass community ecology and restoration
• Recruitment ecology in benthic crabs

Per-Olav Moksnes is a Professor in the Department of Marine Sciences at the University of Gothenburg, where he serves as a researcher and lecturer in marine ecology. He concurrently holds the position of Marine Environmental Coordinator at the Swedish Institute for the Marine Environment, bridging academic research with practical environmental management. His research program focuses on three core areas: Larval behavioral and dispersal mechanisms in marine larvae Seagrass community ecology and restoration Recruitment ecology in benthic crabs Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a dominant emphasis on seagrass ecosystems, particularly eelgrass (Zostera marina), with recurring themes including genetic diversity monitoring, restoration ecology, biogeographic patterns, and ecosystem service valuation. His work consistently integrates genetic, biophysical, and ecological approaches across international collaborations, addressing critical conservation challenges such as climate change impacts, biodiversity loss, and blue carbon dynamics. Notable methodological strengths include large-scale monitoring frameworks, seascape genomics, and cross-continental comparative studies. As Marine Environmental Coordinator, Moksnes contributes directly to policy development through environmental compensation frameworks and coastal management strategies. His research on societal costs of seagrass loss and novel monitoring techniques demonstrates strong applied relevance for environmental governance. While specific grant funding isn't detailed, his extensive international collaborations suggest robust research support.

• Marine Chemical Ecology
• Chemical Ecology
• Marine Biology
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Henrik Pavia is a Professor at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Marine Sciences, specializing in Marine Chemical Ecology. His research explores chemical interactions in marine organisms, focusing on bioactive compounds, aquaculture applications, and ecological dynamics. Co-ordinator for CeMaCE (Centre for Marine Chemical Ecology) Deputy Head of Department Key research areas include: Chemical defense mechanisms in marine algae Protein extraction from seaweeds Seaweed-based aquaculture innovations Antifouling compound development Marine microbiome interactions Recent publications highlight collaborations on seaweed cultivation optimization, waste valorization in aquaculture, and environmental impacts of biomass management. He contributes to advancing sustainable marine resource utilization through interdisciplinary approaches combining chemistry, ecology, and aquaculture. As Deputy Head of Department, he plays an active role in institutional leadership while maintaining a strong research profile in marine chemical ecology and its practical applications.

Olga Ortega-MartinezView profile

Researcher

• Molecular Biology
• Developmental Biology
• Stem Cell Research
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Olga Ortega-Martinez is a Researcher at the Department of Marine Sciences , University of Gothenburg. As an EMBO Fellow , her work focuses on molecular and developmental biology , stem cell behavior , and regeneration mechanisms in marine organisms, particularly echinoderms . Her research explores gene regulatory pathways shared between embryonic development and adult regeneration, with implications for chordate evolution . Institution: University of Gothenburg Department: Marine Sciences Email: olga.ortega-martinez@marine.gu.se Current projects investigate biomineralization and cell lineage regulation in brittlestars ( Amphiura filiformis ), integrating genomics and molecular biology to understand regenerative capacity and environmental stress adaptation . Her group examines how ocean acidification disrupts developmental pathways, linking these findings to global ecological challenges. Scientific contributions include studies on: Brittlestar genome (2024) - Echinoderm regeneration genomics Chondroitin sulfate roles (2017) - Glycobiology in regeneration Environmental stress impacts (2014, 2010) - Ocean acidification effects Marine population genetics (2022, 2023) - Ecotype differentiation Publications span marine molecular biology , regenerative medicine , and environmental genomics . Her work bridges fundamental developmental biology with applied climate change research , using advanced transcriptomic and proteomic techniques to analyze gene expression during regeneration and stress adaptation.

• Genetics and Genomics
• Marine Biology
• Ecotoxicology
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Kenyon Mobley is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian Fisheries College, part of UiT The Arctic University of Norway. His research focuses on the interplay between evolutionary biology, ecology, and genetic architecture in marine organisms. Key research areas: Genetics/Genomics, Marine Biology, Ecotoxicology, Parasitology, Reproduction, Fish Health Current emphasis on fish maturation and reproduction, particularly in Atlantic salmon Other interests: Local adaptation, ecological speciation, sexual selection, parental care, human-induced stressors His recent publications explore genotype-environment interactions in salmon maturation, sexual selection dynamics in marine fish, and phylogeographic patterns in Syngnathidae species. Collaborative work spans topics from nutritional ecology to population genetics. Teaching includes courses in aquatic biology and fish health. He collaborates with international researchers and participates in fieldwork involving marine ecosystems and wild population studies.

• International Business
• Fisheries Trade
• Russia's Role in Global Food Systems
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Frode Nilssen serves as Professor at the Norwegian Fisheries College, part of UiT The Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø. His academic profile demonstrates a strong focus on international fisheries trade, geopolitical dimensions of food systems, and Arctic sustainability. His research spans International Business , Fisheries Economics , and Global Trade Policy , with particular expertise in Russia's evolving role in international food and seafood markets. Recent work examines pandemic-related supply chain disruptions, export-import relationship dynamics, and sustainable development scenarios for the Arctic region through 2050. His publications frequently address how geopolitical events like the Ukraine war impact food security strategies and seafood trade patterns. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent engagement with strategic challenges in global seafood trade, emphasizing how SMEs navigate market uncertainties and how power dynamics shape international business relationships. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical case studies from the Norwegian seafood industry. Professor Nilssen maintains active research collaborations across international institutions, frequently co-authoring with scholars from Russia, Cyprus, and other European countries. His Cristin profile shows continuous scholarly output through 2025, indicating ongoing research productivity and academic engagement.

Andrew MeijersView profile

Professor

• Southern Ocean dynamics
• Antarctic Circumpolar Current
• Climate modeling
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Andrew Meijers serves as Science Leader of the Polar Oceans Team at the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) in Cambridge, UK, and acts as Deputy Science Leader for the Polar Oceans programme. Originally from Hobart, Australia, he joined BAS in 2012 after completing his PhD at the University of Tasmania and conducting postdoctoral research at CSIRO. His leadership extends to serving as Principal Investigator for the large multi-centre ORCHESTRA research programme and as a member of the BAS AI-lab, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to polar oceanography. Meijers earned his PhD from the University of Tasmania, where he developed novel techniques combining altimetry and in situ hydrography to examine the Antarctic Circumpolar Current. His early career included participation in two Antarctic research voyages on the Aurora Australis (BROKE-West, 2006 and SIPEX, 2007), totaling 18 weeks at sea, which solidified his commitment to observational oceanography. His research focuses on Southern Ocean dynamics, particularly the Antarctic Circumpolar Current overturning and property trends. He employs property-following techniques like Gravest Empirical Modes to separate observed trends into adiabatic (water mass movement) and diabatic (water mass property changes) components. A significant portion of his work examines coupled climate models, with particular attention to Southern Ocean representation and the application of machine learning to identify non-linear relationships within these complex systems. His research also investigates the export of dense shelf water and Antarctic Bottom Water from regions like the Weddell and Scotia Seas, which play crucial roles in long-term sequestration of atmospheric heat and carbon. Meijers leads and participates in numerous major research initiatives including ORCHESTRA, SO-CHIC, OCEAN:ICE, and BIOPOLE. His recent work has contributed significantly to understanding declining Antarctic sea ice, the impacts of record-low sea ice extent, and the role of the Southern Ocean in global heat and carbon uptake. His research demonstrates increasing integration of traditional oceanographic methods with machine learning approaches to address complex climate questions. As Science Leader of the Polar Oceans Team, Meijers oversees multiple research voyages and field campaigns in the Southern Ocean, having participated in four voyages since joining BAS and leading three of them. His team's work has been featured in numerous high-impact publications and media reports, including coverage of the world's largest iceberg grounding near South Georgia and investigations into the mystery of the missing Antarctic sea ice.

• Climate Change
• Freshwater Fisheries
• Aquatic Ecosystems
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Abigail J. Lynch is a Research Fish Biologist with the USGS National Climate Adaptation Science Center, where she leads the aquatics program and co-leads the CASC Fish Research Team. She holds adjunct faculty positions at Michigan State University, North Carolina State University, the University of Florida, and the University of Missouri. Dr. Lynch serves as coordinator for the international 'InFish' research network and is actively involved in several professional organizations including the IUCN Freshwater Fish Specialist Group and the American Fisheries Society. Dr. Lynch received her educational training at prestigious institutions: Ph.D. in Fisheries and Wildlife from Michigan State University, focusing on climate impacts to Great Lakes Lake Whitefish M.S. in Marine Science from the College of William & Mary, studying Atlantic Menhaden population genetics B.S. in Biology and B.A. in English Literature from the University of Virginia She also completed a Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service's Fisheries Program Dr. Lynch's research focuses on the impacts of global change on inland fishes at multiple scales. Her work examines how climate change affects fish populations and aquatic ecosystems, with particular attention to developing decision-support tools for fisheries management. She investigates the connections between inland fish, fisheries, and their ecosystems to inform conservation strategies and sustainable use practices. Her research spans from local field studies to global syntheses, addressing critical questions about how fishers, managers, and other practitioners can adapt to environmental changes. Dr. Lynch has received recognition for her contributions to the field, including the Outstanding Young Alumni Award from Michigan State University College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. She serves as an Associate Editor for Fisheries Management and Ecology and on the Editorial Board for Sustainability Science. Her professional service extends to international bodies including the IPBES Global and Nexus Assessments and the UN International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture 2022 Steering Committee. As a leader in her field, Dr. Lynch coordinates the international 'InFish' research network and stewards important data resources including the Fish and Climate Change Database (FiCli) and the U.S. Inland Creel & Angler Survey Catalog (CreelCat). She is actively involved in developing the Resist-Accept-Direct (RAD) framework for climate adaptation, creating tools and resources to help resource managers make informed decisions in the face of ecological changes.

Elina SädeView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Food safety
• Food spoilage
• Food microbiology
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Elina Säde is a Senior University Lecturer at the University of Helsinki, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Food Hygiene and Environmental Health. She is an expert in food safety and food spoilage with extensive research experience in food microbiology. Her research interests focus on: Food safety and hygiene Microbial spoilage of foods Shelf-life of foods Food microbiology Microbial ecology in food systems Dr. Säde's publication record demonstrates expertise in food spoilage bacteria, particularly lactic acid bacteria and their impact on meat, fish, and vegetable products. Her work examines microbial communities in modified atmosphere packaged foods, bacterial taxonomy, and food safety issues related to biogenic amines and pathogens. Recent publications show a growing interest in sustainable food systems and the application of genomic approaches to food microbiology problems. She has supervised numerous licentiate theses in veterinary medicine and serves on various committees related to food safety. Dr. Säde is also active in peer review for multiple food microbiology journals and participates regularly in national and international conferences. Dr. Säde leads research projects including "ETTS 2024_Elintarvikehygienian tutkimuss" (2024-2025), "Climate smart food and nutrition research infrastructure" (2020-2021), and "Identification of spoilage bacteria of fish" (2019-2021). She is part of the Helsinki One Health (HOH) research organization, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to food safety issues.

• Environmental Health
• Toxicology
• Epidemiology
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Maria Averina is an Associate Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø. She is actively engaged in environmental health research with a focus on human exposure to contaminants and their health implications in Arctic and Northern Norwegian populations. Her research interests center on environmental pollutants, particularly per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), persistent organic pollutants (POPs), and heavy metals. Dr. Averina investigates how these contaminants affect metabolic health, cardiovascular outcomes, endocrine function, and child development through population-based studies. Her work bridges toxicology, epidemiology, and clinical medicine to understand exposure pathways and health consequences in vulnerable populations. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong emphasis on PFAS exposure across multiple life stages, from prenatal development to adulthood. Her research employs sophisticated analytical methods for biomonitoring while connecting contaminant levels with clinical outcomes, particularly in metabolic and cardiovascular health. The Tromsø Study serves as a key platform for much of her population-based research. Dr. Averina is an active member of several research groups including: High North Population Studies Epidemiology of chronic diseases Tromsø Endocrine Research Group She leads significant projects including 'Environmental pollutants and risk for cardiovascular diseases' and 'Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals and Endocrine Health Outcomes in the Fit Futures Cohort.' Her work with the Environmental Pollutant Laboratory demonstrates her commitment to developing advanced analytical methods for clinical diagnostics and biomonitoring of environmental contaminants.

Rong RongView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
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Rong Rong is an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, affiliated with the Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment. Her research focuses on dietary interventions modulating metabolic health, obesity, and gut microbiota interactions, with a particular emphasis on thermogenesis , mitochondrial function , and inflammatory responses in mouse models. She investigates compounds like fish oil , polyphenols , and oxylipins to understand their roles in metabolic syndrome and epigenetic regulation. Contact: rrong@umass.edu | Phone: (413) 545-5732 | Office: Stockbridge Hall 215, University of Massachusetts Amherst. Broad research areas include Nutrition , Biochemistry , Molecular Biology , and Gut Microbiota Regulation . Key findings from her publications reveal synergistic effects of hyperthermia and fish oil on obesity and epigenetic mechanisms in brown fat development.

Stephen DeStefanoView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Wildlife Biology
• Terrestrial Ecology
• Population Ecology
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Stephen DeStefano serves as an Adjunct Faculty Member in the Department of Environmental Conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He is the Unit Leader for the Massachusetts Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, a program dedicated to research, education, and service in fish and wildlife ecology, habitat relationships, and conservation management in partnership with multiple agencies including state and federal wildlife organizations. His research spans critical areas of wildlife science with emphasis on: Population ecology dynamics and survival analysis Wildlife-habitat relationships and vegetation structure responses Anthropogenic impacts from urban-suburban development Conservation biology and endangered species recovery Management strategies for overabundant wildlife populations Human-wildlife conflict resolution in developed landscapes Dr. DeStefano's work directly addresses conservation challenges arising from human encroachment on natural habitats, providing scientific foundations for wildlife management policies and ecological restoration efforts across multiple jurisdictions. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. The provided text contains no details regarding student advising activities, graduate mentorship, or research grant funding. As Unit Leader, Dr. DeStefano directs the Massachusetts Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, which operates as an interdisciplinary hub connecting university researchers with agency scientists to tackle complex conservation issues through collaborative field studies and data-driven management solutions.

• Marine Ecology
• Elasmobranch Biology
• Spatial Modeling
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Dr. James Thorburn is an Associate Professor in Marine Ecology at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Applied Sciences, where he leads research on the spatial ecology and biology of large marine vertebrates. His work focuses on conserving threatened elasmobranchs (sharks, skates, rays) through field research, spatial modeling, telemetry, and habitat assessment, aiming to inform evidence-based conservation policy. He serves as Principal Investigator on national projects, collaborating with academic, NGO, and government partners, while shaping international conservation strategies. PhD: University of Aberdeen on movement and connectivity of spurdog and tope sharks Leadership: People, Culture and Environment Lead; convenor of Animal Welfare and Ethical Review Body Projects: SIORC Report (NatureScot, £20,001), Tiree Tope (NatureScot, £15,568), BlueFish (Scottish Government, £496,331) His recent publications address critical topics in elasmobranch conservation, including habitat assessment for endangered batoids, particle algorithms for tracking, AUV-based ecological studies, and ethical research methodologies. His research supports strategic leadership in institutional governance and mentoring early-career scientists, with a strong emphasis on public engagement and science communication.

• Electrophysiology
• Neuroethology
• Sensory Information Processing
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Dr. Jan Grewe is a Senior scientific employee at the Institute for Neurobiology, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science at Eberhard-Karls University Tübingen. His research focuses on neuroethology and electrophysiology, particularly studying sensory information processing in weakly electric fish. He is affiliated with the Neuroethology research group led by Prof. Dr. Jan Benda. Dr. Grewe's primary research interests include neural coding, electrosensory processing, and computational neuroscience. He investigates how sensory information is processed by the nervous system to guide behavior, with a specific focus on weakly electric fish as a model system. His work combines electrophysiological recordings with computational approaches to understand neural mechanisms. He is also a strong advocate for open science and open data practices. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in neural coding, electrosensory systems, and data management. The research spans from basic neural mechanisms in weakly electric fish to developing computational models and data standards. His work shows a consistent focus on understanding how neural systems process information efficiently, with applications to both biological and artificial systems. Dr. Grewe has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring, including organizing the G-Node Course on Neural Data Analysis and mentoring in the Google Summer of Code program. His GitHub profile shows active contributions to neuroscience software projects like NIX and odML, which facilitate data sharing and reproducibility in neuroscience research.