Marine conservation must consider human rights: An appeal for a code of conduct
The impacts of marine protected areas can undermine people’s rights or stop them from their livelihoods
New coral bleaching database to help predict fate of global reefs
A UBC-led research team has developed a new global coral bleaching database that could help scientists predict future bleaching events.
Apex marine predators affected by human-made pollutants and climate change
Human contaminants, exacerbated by climate change, are impacting polar bears, killer whales.
Seahorses: Magical Creatures in Florida’s backyard
An awareness program focused on the preservation of this species in South Florida is underway.
Amanda Vincent named to IUCN Species Survival Commission Steering Committee
She will serve as the Committee’s global marine expert, and will also Chair its Marine Conservation Subcommittee.
“An Ocean Mystery: The Missing Catch” screening
The award-winning ocean conservation film will screen at UBC on April 28, 2017. RSVP REQUIRED.
William Cheung named Wall Scholar
The Wall Scholars Research Award will allow Dr. Cheung to spend one year in residence at the Institute in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
Andrew Trites and David Rosen go to Ottawa
They addressed Bill S-203, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and other Acts (ending captivity of whales and dolphins), in front of the Senate Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans.
“Whale breath” reveals bacteria threatening endangered killer whales
Bacteria including salmonella and fungi such as penicillium were found in the whales.
HERRING PEOPLE: An Arts-Based Initiative
This event combined art and science to raise awareness of Pacific herring’s role in BC marine ecosystems, aboriginal communities, and commercial fisheries.