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Michel Kaiser is Professor of Fisheries Conservation and co-Director of The Lyell Centre at Heriot-Watt University, United Kingdom. He is actively involved in research, policy advising, and academic leadership, with a strong focus on marine sustainability, conservation, and fisheries management. He is also Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Fish Biology and contributes to several international advisory bodies.
- PhD in Marine Science, 1991
- Personal Chair, Bangor University, 2006
- Chief Scientist, Heriot-Watt University, 2019–2022
- Science & Standards Director, Marine Stewardship Council, 2018–2019
Michel Kaiser's research lies at the intersection of marine ecology, fisheries science, and environmental policy. His work emphasizes minimizing ecological impacts from fishing and aquaculture, advancing marine protected area effectiveness, understanding seabed community recovery, and integrating socio-economic dimensions into marine conservation. His research has directly informed national and international policies and industry practices for sustainable seafood production.
His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary solutions, combining ecological research with technological innovation, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Key themes include climate-smart fisheries management, gear modification to reduce seabed impact, co-management of marine protected areas, and the scientific basis for sustainable certification standards.
- Fisheries Society of the British Isles Medal, 2004
- Carl Sullivan Prize, 2004
- Senior Research Fellowship, 2004
- Member of Academia Europaea, 2016
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, 2023
Michel Kaiser has supervised numerous PhD and postdoctoral researchers and collaborates extensively with academic, governmental, and industry partners. He has led major research initiatives and contributed to influential reports and policy frameworks. His work is supported by grants from research councils, environmental agencies, and industry partnerships focused on sustainable fisheries and marine conservation.
He is actively involved in scientific networks and leadership roles, including chairing advisory committees for pulse trawling in the Netherlands, the ‘Future of Our Inshore Fisheries’ initiative, and the 6th World Fisheries Congress. He also contributes to public bodies such as Seafish, the Joint Nature Conservation Committee, and the Cabinet Office’s review on Highly Protected Marine Areas.
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