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Larry Hildebrand is an Adjunct Professor and Special Advisor for the WMU-Sasakawa Global Ocean Institute at the World Maritime University, Sweden. With a Ph.D. in Coastal and Ocean Governance from Cardiff University, he specializes in Integrated Coastal and Ocean Management, Maritime Spatial Planning, Marine Environmental Protection, and Capacity Building. A former Canadian Chair in Marine Environment Protection, he has taught at the graduate level for over 25 years and supervised Masters and Ph.D. students.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Coastal and Ocean Governance, Cardiff University
- MES, Environmental Studies, Dalhousie University
- B.Sc. Hons, Marine Biology, Dalhousie University
Hildebrand’s research focuses on coastal resilience, Arctic governance, and marine environmental protection. His recent work includes frameworks for climate adaptation in coastal communities, Arctic shipping sustainability, and Mediterranean oil pollution policies. He has contributed to international agreements like the Arctic Search and Rescue Treaty and the Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Declaration.
Scientific Awards:
- H.B. Nicholls Award for Leadership in Coastal Zone Management in Canada
- Canadian Public Service Award of Excellence
- Distinguished Service Award, US-Canada Gulf of Maine Council on the Marine Environment
He serves on editorial boards of Coastal Management and Ocean & Coastal Management, leads training programs, and contributes to NGOs like the Coastal Zone Canada Association and The Coastal Society.
