Adam Fisher

Adam Fisher is a Research Fellow at the Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI), University of Gloucestershire, specializing in marine and coastal social science with emphasis on recreational sea angling and commercial fisheries policy. He completed his doctoral research in 2023 (awarded 2024) developing the UK's first sea angler typology to integrate recreational fishing into post-Brexit policy frameworks.

His educational credentials include:

• PhD in Environmental Sciences, University of Gloucestershire (2024)
• PgCert in Research Methods, University of Gloucestershire (2021)
• MRes in History with Social Science Research Methods, University of Exeter (2006)
• BA Hons (First Class) in History with Education Studies, University of Exeter (2004)

Fisher's research examines human dimensions of marine resource use through mixed-methods approaches. His current ESRC-funded project investigates stewardship behaviors and regulatory compliance among recreational sea anglers to advance sustainable marine management. Previous work includes DEFRA-commissioned evaluations of Fishery Management Plans and development of social value metrics for small-scale fisheries, demonstrating strong applied policy relevance in environmental governance.

Scientific recognition includes:

• ESRC Fellowship for post-doctoral research on recreational angling stewardship

As a research leader, Fisher secures and manages public-sector grants including ESRC and DEFRA funding, with two decades of experience directing socio-economic research projects. His prior higher education roles encompassed research management and funding administration at University of Plymouth and University of Exeter, though formal student supervision isn't documented in current position.

Based at the interdisciplinary Countryside and Community Research Institute (CCRI), Fisher contributes to marine social science through collaborative policy-engaged research, connecting recreational angling communities with environmental management frameworks.