FISHERIES
Projects that delve into understanding contamination of reef fish health and the reef-to-plate dynamics that have lasting impacts on fishing practices and the health of coastal communities across the Pacific.
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Life history research reveals behavioral, morphological, ecological, and biogeographical information about a particular species. In partnership with DAR and NOAA fisheries collaborators, our research helps inform the sustainable management of these select species that are critical to Pacific Island food security and fisheries.
Ciguatera Poisoning, which is caused by ciguatoxin accumulation in marine species, is of concern throughout the Pacific Islands. Its presence poses a challenge to the many communities reliant on seafood for sustenance. Ciguatera has long been difficult to track and trace, which is why creating a network with collaborators from across the Pacific is crucial in gaining new insights and data. By fostering collaboration and promoting research, the Pacific Ciguatera Network aims to empower communities with the knowledge and resources needed to mitigate the threats posed by ciguatera.
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ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Projects that aim to identify pollutant origins and mitigation strategies, water quality improvement standards, and a wider, interdisciplinary perspective on land-to-sea contamination pathways.
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Multiple projects focus on coastal resource management with contaminants of emerging concern (CECs) in collaboration with government agencies, researchers, and communities. The broad goals are developing needs assessments that identify gaps and opportunities for managing these pollutants in the Pacific Islands.
In this project, we integrated maps spanning 200 years (1825-2023) to trace land use changes in Pu‘uloa (Pearl Harbor) on Oʻahu in Hawai‘i to assist in developing containment risk profiles.
In conjunction with multiple labs on Maui and Oʻahu, this project investigates the effects of the devastating 2023 Lāhainā fires on coral reef health and the long-term impacts to coastal water quality to aid in community resilience, climate change adaptation, and emergency response planning.
In partnership with the Center for Marine Debris Research’s Nets to Roads project to transform derelict fishing gear into recycled material for road construction, our research to track and characterize debris increases our understanding of debris sources and movement.
BUILDING PILINA
Projects that aim to provide support and strengthen personal and professional pilina (relationships/connections) across local and regional communities by providing scientific training, introductions to compatible organizations, and the reassurance that we are working toward the same goals of healthy communities.
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Fisheries Extension Specialist
Sea Grant
2525 Correa Rd., HIG #214
Honolulu, HI 96822
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