The Value of Whole Ecosystem Studies for Understanding Human Impacts on Freshwaters

Description: Several field research stations and groups from across North America undertake long term whole ecosystem studies with the understanding that data from these programs are relevant and easily understood by stakeholders, and therefore have disproportionate influence on decision makers.

Supported by: IISD Experimental Lakes Area (IISD-ELA)

Session Organizers: Vince Palace , IISD-Experimental Lakes Area; Jose Luis Rodriguez Gil, Research Associate, IISD – Experimental Lakes Area

Session Contact: Vince Palace , IISD-Experimental Lakes Area, [email protected]

Transformative Change to Build Resilience for Inland Fish and Fisheries

Description: Inland fish and fisheries, at the nexus of biodiversity, water, food, and human well-being, face numerous stressors. The call for transformative change through holistic approaches can build socio-ecological resilience. In this session, we highlight advancements in understanding transformative change for inland fisheries, including strategies, case studies, and scenario planning.

Session Organizers: Abigail Lynch, U.S. Geological Survey, National Climate Adaptation Science Center; Bonnie Myers, USGS National Climate Adaptation Science Center; Gretchen Stokes, University of Florida

Session Contact: Bonnie Myers, [email protected]

Understanding the Past and Protecting the Future of Native and Imperiled Stream Fishes

Description: This symposium provides a forum to share research involving ecology, conservation, and management practices of native and imperiled stream fishes. Of particular interest is work that can be applied for conservation and management purposes, and uses emerging/novel approaches to address past gaps to protect the future of stream fishes.

Supported by: Stephen F Austin State University, Texas A&M University

Session Organizers: Carmen G Montana, Stephen F. Austin State University; Joshuah Perkin, Texas A&M University

Session Contact: Carmen G Montana, [email protected]

Using Ecohydrology and Water Quality to Inform and Support Management Practices

Description: Ecohydrology provides an interdisciplinary approach to aquatic resource management by combining the study of water quality and physical properties with the behavior and ecology of aquatic species. By using this approach, we can better understand species and human needs to ensure the sustainability of our water resources and ecosystem functions.

Session Organizers: Ehlana Stell, Auburn University SFAAS; Christa Woodley, US Army Engineer Research and Development Center; Aaron Urbanczyk, US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC); David Smith, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers -Engineer Research and Development Center

Session Contact: Ehlana Stell, [email protected]