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PUBLIC LECTURE: Do genetic effects threaten the sustainability of marine fisheries?

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Today's date is Friday, March 29, 2024
Do genetic effects threaten the sustainability of marine fisheries? : 2050 Food - Lecture Series Other events...
A public lecture by Fred Allendorf, Regents Professor Emeritus, Biological Sciences, University of Montana and 2013 US Fulbright Senior Specialist UWA.

Cost: Free, but RSVP essential. Register: http://2050food3-eorg.eventbrite.com.au/#

Wild marine fisheries comprise approximately 15% of all animal protein in the human diet. However, the world now faces a global fishing crisis. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), 70% of all commercially important marine fish stocks are fully fished, overexploited, or depleted. The harvesting of marine fish can have genetic effects that threaten the sustainability and potential recovery of this valuable resource. For example, recent genomics work with Atlantic cod has shown that the observed reduction in size and earlier age at sexual maturity is at least partially caused by a genetic response to fishing pressure. To sustain the productivity of harvested marine fisheries populations, it is crucial to incorporate genetic considerations into management. Management plans should be developed by applying basic genetic principles combined with molecular genetic monitoring to minimize harmful genetic change.
Location University Club Theatre Auditorium, UWA
Contact Institute of Advanced Studies <[email protected]> : 6488 1340
URL http://www.ias.uwa.edu.au/lectures/2050-food
Start Thu, 10 Oct 2013 18:00
End Thu, 10 Oct 2013 19:00
RSVP RSVP is required.
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Last Updated Mon, 20 May 2013 16:56
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