Fisheries and coastal development in a small island context: the past, present and future
Studies within the project
Beatrice Krooks is exploring the historicial relations between fish and fishermen, by analyzing fishbones assemblages, to improve sustainable fishery. More about Beatrice's research.
Chiara D'Agata investigates Gotland’s coastal habitats to understand the relationship between the marine resources and human well-being. More about Chiara's research.
About the project
The overall purpose of this transdisciplinary project is to combine coastal and fisheries development in a small island context in the past with the present to help develop sustainable ways forward. The project is conducted in collaboration between the Department of Archaeology and Ancient History and the Department of Earth Sciences at Uppsala University.
Understanding the long-term formation of coastal areas, changes in marine resources and management of marine resources, along with the present state and societal understanding of coastal resources and resource use, is crucial for the protection and restoration of coastal zones and associated marine resources in the future. Based on the knowledge of these long-term dynamics, the project aims to facilitate strategic, evidence-based decision-making and management for effective sustainable coastal and fisheries development that balances the needs of people and planet now and in the future.
