Marine Conservationists are dedicated to protecting and restoring ocean ecosystems, ensuring the survival of marine life and the sustainability of coastal and offshore environments. They study the impacts of pollution, overfishing, climate change, and habitat destruction on marine biodiversity, using scientific research to develop conservation strategies. Their efforts include establishing marine protected areas, restoring coral reefs, and advocating for policies that reduce plastic waste and carbon emissions. Many collaborate with governments, environmental organizations, and local communities to implement sustainable fishing practices and protect endangered species from extinction. By promoting habitat restoration and responsible resource management, they help maintain the delicate balance of marine ecosystems.
Marine conservationists educate the public on the importance of ocean health and encourage sustainable behaviors, such as reducing plastic use and supporting responsibly sourced seafood. They engage in community-based projects, working with fishers, policymakers, and businesses to implement eco-friendly solutions. Many use technology, such as satellite monitoring and underwater drones, to track environmental changes and enforce conservation laws. Their efforts are critical in preserving marine biodiversity, ensuring that future generations can continue to benefit from the oceans for food, livelihoods, and climate regulation. Through advocacy and action, marine conservationists play a key role in protecting the world’s oceans from further degradation.
Title : Application of Artificial Intelligence and NISAR satellite to study the air sea CO2 exchange and aquatic toxicology to develop ‘Aquatic Pollution Remediation Technologies’(PART)
Virendra Kumar Goswami, Indian Institute of Technology, India
Title : Conditionally pathogenic microparasites (Microsporidia and Myxosporea) of mullet fish potential objects of mariculture in the Black and Azov Seas
Violetta M Yurakhno, A. O. Kovalevsky Institute of Biology of the Southern Seas of Russian Academy of Sciences, Russian Federation
Title : New approaches to assessing and managing the multispecies fishery in the Gulf of Thailand
Pavarot Noranarttragoon, Department of Fisheries, Thailand
Title : Integrating art, science and rural development: The multifaced role of aquarium keeping
T V Anna Mercy, Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, India
Title : Seaweed aquaculture policy gap analyses in Indonesia, Kenya, and Tanzania
Megan Considine, The Nature Conservancy, Puerto Rico
Title : Utilizing art to enhance learning STEM subjects required for aquaculture
J L Giovanna Hesley, Education Emerita, CropKing Inc., United States