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Developing a Strategic Conservation Project for the Oregon Coast Aquarium

Creator:: Prendergast, Lisa D.
Abstract:: This study developed a strategic conservation project for the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport, Oregon focusing on a signature species and this aquarium’s conservation focus areas (i.e., marine debris, sustainable fisheries, water quality, climate change). This study also examined the potential for incorporating an ecotourism or wildlife tourism component to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: 3 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my advisor, Dr. Mark

Hatchery development of marine bivalve molluscs

Creator:: Solon, E. Mark
Abstract:: The direction of my Marine Resource Management program has been to develop an expertise in a particular area of aquaculture, complemented by a general knowledge of oceanographic principles. Specifically, my area of interest is the culture of marine bivalve molluscs. Prior to entering the MRM program, I had worked with...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
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Full Text:: /Internship Report by E. Mark Solon A Final Report Submitted to Oregon State University School of

Integration of submersible transect data andhigh-resolution sonar imagery for a habitat-based groundfish assessment of Heceta Bank, Oregon

Creator:: Nasby, Nicole M.
Abstract:: Dramatic declines in several groundfish populations have occurred along the U.S. West Coast during the last decade (PFMC 1999, Sampson 1997, Ralston 1998, Bloeser 1999). One problem exacerbating these declines is insufficient stock assessments, especially for species of west coast rockfish (Family Scorpaenidae, Genus Sebastes) which comprise the core of...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________ Dawn J. Wright In the face of recent declines in groundfish populations and lack of

Climate change adaptation : Information needs, concerns, and behavioral intentions among Oregon Coast professionals

Creator:: Borberg, Jenna
Abstract:: The social and economic impacts of climate change on the Oregon Coast may be reduced if coastal managers begin planning now to put in place adaptation measures. Oregon Sea Grant conducted a web-based survey of Oregon coastal professionals to target climate change adaptation outreach and engagement efforts toward this audience....
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: committee member, Mark Needham for helping “make sense” of my project data through his statistical savvy

Opportunities and challenges in engaging stakeholders in marine reserves planning in Oregon

Creator:: Bird, Arwen
Abstract:: This paper explores the contributions of social capital, social connections, and stakeholder engagement to the goals of ecosystem-based management in a local scale marine planning process. The body of work presented here, through a journal article and report, uses the lens of social capital to evaluate stakeholder engagement in making...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Flaxen Conway, Lori Cramer, and Mark Needham

Examining Visitor Beliefs, Concerns, and Priorities in Relation to Climate Change : An Audience Segmentation Analysis at Three Informal Education Facilities in Oregon

Creator:: Irby, Joy K.
Abstract:: With over 175 million Americans visiting each year and the ability to create unique learning experiences, informal science institutions may play a greater role in climate change education in the coming years. As facilities in Oregon begin to incorporate climate science and solutions into their educational programming, effective communication across...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: with visitors at the aquarium. Also, thank you to Mark Needham for his willingness to jump on board

Marine protected areas : Gathering stakeholder input via an internet-based survey

Creator:: Demirdjian, Renee
Abstract:: Conservation efforts have been increasing in recent years to help preserve threatened coastal and ocean resources. Marine protected areas (MPAs) are an important tool to protect and conserve ocean resources. The MPA Center was established to take the lead in developing a framework for a national system of MPAs. The...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: committee: Dr. Jim Good, Dr. Mark Hixon, and Dr. Brent Steel. All three have helped shape my knowledge and

Evaluating potential marine reserves in Oregon : assessing community involvement and potential effects to ocean dependent stakeholders

Creator:: Murphy, Melissa
Abstract:: Over the last three decades Oregonians have been engaged in a protracted discussion about Marine Spatial Planning. In the last twenty years the discussion has centered on the protection of Oregon’s natural marine resources and has taken on various labels such as marine gardens, conservation areas, marine sanctuary, and marine...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: (Graduate Committee Member)  Mark Needham, Department of Forest Ecosystems, Oregon State University

Oceanographic basis for managing the effects of noxious phytoplankton blooms on cage salmon aquaculture

Creator:: Clément, Alejandro
Abstract:: The project presented here emphasizes a specific biological problem affecting the salmon cage culture with the final goal being to propose a realistic management strategy for fjordic estuaries worldwide.
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I would like to thank my adviser Dr. Fred J. Smith for his continuous understanding, support and

Comparative Characterization of Two Nearshore Rocky Reef Areas: A high-use recreational fishing reef vs. an unfished reef

Creator:: Fox, David, Merems, Arlene, Amend, Mark, Weeks, Hal, Romsos, Chris, and Appy, Marcus
Abstract:: This project has provided the ODFW Marine Habitat Project with a unique opportunity to make a comparative examination of the habitats and fish communities of a heavily fished reef off of Siletz Bay, and a nearly unfished reef off Cape Perpetua. There are over 17,000 angler trips for groundfish out...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Arlene Merems Mark Amend Hal Weeks Chris Romsos Marcus Appy Oregon Department of Fish and

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Developing a Strategic Conservation Project for the Oregon Coast Aquarium

Hatchery development of marine bivalve molluscs

Integration of submersible transect data andhigh-resolution sonar imagery for a habitat-based groundfish assessment of Heceta Bank, Oregon

Climate change adaptation : Information needs, concerns, and behavioral intentions among Oregon Coast professionals

Opportunities and challenges in engaging stakeholders in marine reserves planning in Oregon

Examining Visitor Beliefs, Concerns, and Priorities in Relation to Climate Change : An Audience Segmentation Analysis at Three Informal Education Facilities in Oregon

Marine protected areas : Gathering stakeholder input via an internet-based survey

Evaluating potential marine reserves in Oregon : assessing community involvement and potential effects to ocean dependent stakeholders

Oceanographic basis for managing the effects of noxious phytoplankton blooms on cage salmon aquaculture

Comparative Characterization of Two Nearshore Rocky Reef Areas: A high-use recreational fishing reef vs. an unfished reef

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