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Interweaving Traditional Ecological Knowledge with Genetic/Genomic Approaches for Fisheries Conservation and Management

Interweaving Traditional Ecological Knowledge with Genetic/Genomic Approaches for Fisheries Conservation and Management

Effective fisheries management in the Anthropocene requires contributions from multiple knowledge sources, ways of knowing and perspectives. This session will showcase the transformative potential of interweaving Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and genomic data for fisheries management. TEK encompasses a collection of insights from diverse sources and perspectives, built on long histories of observation. Genetic/genomic approaches have become essential tools for assessing diversity and structure of fish populations, elucidating the genetic underpinnings of key traits, and monitoring natural and captive productions. In this session, we welcome contributions from researchers and practitioners from Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities which showcase studies on (1) the development and application of genetic/genomic tools for sustainable fisheries and (2) interweaving of knowledge systems to support fisheries stewardship. The session will conclude with a panel discussion to reflect and identify opportunities and good practices to interweave TEK with genetic/genomic approaches for fisheries conservation and management.

Organizer: Andrew Kinziger, [email protected]

Co-organizers: Sozos Michaelides, John Carlos Garza, Thais Bernos, Anne Beemelmanns

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