Lina Mtwana Nordlund's docentship lecture: Marine conservation – thinking beyond the usual suspects

Title: Marine conservation – thinking beyond the usual suspects

Date: 3 June 2026 at 13.15

Location: Campus Gotland, B24 or on Zoom

Chairperson: Professor Valentin Troll

Representative of the Docentship Committee: Professor Alireza Malehmir

Abstract:

How do we understand and monitor marine systems in ways that support effective conservation? Traditional approaches often focus on ecological indicators such as species distributions or habitat condition, but may overlook key factors that influence how marine systems change over time.

In this lecture, different ways of structuring our understanding of marine systems are introduced, with a focus on interactions between system components. Using examples from coastal environments, the lecture highlights how broadening our perspective can improve how we measure, interpret, and apply knowledge for marine conservation.

The lecture is an obligatory teaching test for those applying for admittance as docent and it should be possible for students and others with basic academic education in the relevant field to follow it. The lecture lasts 40-45 minutes with subsequent discussion. The lecture will be given in English.

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