This month in publications

Please see some of our recent peer-reviewed publications:

• Contributing to sustainable development pathways in the South Pacific through transdisciplinary research: Conference report (Marine Policy, Annie Carew and Heath Kelsey)- This conference report synthesizes the discussions and lessons learned from a workshop with international and local experts and practitioners held in Nouméa, New Caledonia in October 2022. The workshop focused on addressing several climate change concerns in Fiji and New Caledonia, and the report highlights the need for diverse viewpoints in sustainable adaptation strategies.

• Interplay of management and environmental drivers shifts size structure of reef fish communities (Global Change Biology, Jonathan Lefcheck)- This study investigates the impact of environmental factors and management strategies on fish biomass in the Mesoamerican Reef (MAR) region, with key findings related to shifts in fish community structure. These changes were linked to varying responses of juvenile and adult fish to both environment and management, highlighting the importance of considering such dynamics in the design of marine protected areas to promote fish biomass across different life stages.

• Overcome imposter syndrome: Contribute to working groups and build strong networks (Biological Conservation, Jonathan Lefcheck)- This paper provides strategies for early career researchers to contribute effectively to scientific working groups, including generating ideas, offering insights, consolidating literature, analyzing data, and producing visuals. It also emphasizes the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, setting clear expectations, and communicating effectively to achieve innovative solutions in conservation and sustainability.

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