In order to improve the quality of the higher education ecosystem on the science of managing aquatic resources, especially fisheries, the Department of Aquatic Resources Management (MSP), Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences (FPIK) IPB University received a visit from Dr Hollie Booth, a researcher from the Interdisciplinary Center for Conservation Sciences, Oxford University, England.

During his visit to IPB University, Dr Booth carried out two main activities, namely a Public Lecture on the topic ‘Sharks and Rays Fisheries: A Social-Ecological System (SES) Approach’ and a Guest Lecture (Special Lecture) on the subject of Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM). The Special Lecture activity is intended for postgraduate students of the Study Program of Coastal and Ocean Resources Management, MSP Department.

“Talking about the conservation of rare and endemic aquatic biota species, one cannot deny the human well-being aspect of the people who use these aquatic animals. In synergizing conservation and livelihood, the concept of trade off becomes a necessity that must be studied carefully,” said Dr Hollie Booth while giving a lecture in Prof Ichsan Effendie’s Discussion Room, MSP Department.

Head of the MSP Department, FPIK IPB University, Prof Hefni Effendi welcomed this visit. He emphasized the scientific role of water resources management which is increasingly finding its challenges in the era of blue economy-based sustainable development.

“We will utilize Dr Booth’s visit as optimally as possible to improve global connectivity, international cooperation between the MSP IPB University Department and world-renowned universities such as Oxford University,” he said.

Meanwhile, Prof Luky Adrianto, the host of the visit and the main research partner of Dr Hollie Booth explained, SES fisheries research with Oxford University had started in 2016. This research involved four PS SPL postgraduate students.

“As a result, about six international publications in reputable journals have been produced. Currently, the research collaboration is entering its second phase after the funding from the Darwin Initiative has been successfully obtained. We plan to recruit one doctoral student and around three masters students to be involved,” he said.

This activity was attended by 30 postgraduate students and lecturers within the scope of the IPB University MSP Department. Around 80 other participants from various circles, both academia, civil society and government agencies also attended online. (*/Rz) (IAAS/MFR)

Sources: IPB News