Linkage Projects - Grant ID: LP150100934 [ 2016-01-25 - 2019-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Professor James Watson (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor James Watson (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Peter Mumby (Chief Investigator) ,  Professor Peter Mumby (Chief Investigator) ,  carissa klein (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description Planning for the impacts of land-uses on coral reef fisheries. This projects aims to develop models that can determine the ecological and economic impacts of land-use changes (e.g. agriculture) on fisheries and assess alternative land-use plans that seek to maximise economic opportunity while protecting fisheries. Fisheries support the livelihoods of 12 per cent of the world’s population. Land-based activities are among the most significant threats to coral reef fisheries because sediments and nutrients degrade reefs, yet they are often ignored in fisheries management. By improving the sustainability of coastal development, biodiversity conservation, and health of fisheries, the models developed by the project could deliver socio-economic and environmental benefits for millions of people reliant upon fisheries for their livelihoods.

Funding Amount $146,341

Funding Scheme Linkage Projects

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