The Ocean Genome: Conservation and the Fair, Equitable and Sustainable Use of Marine Genetic Resources

  • Robert Blasiak* (Corresponding Author)
  • , Rachel Wynberg* (Corresponding Author)
  • , Kirsten Grorud-Colvert* (Corresponding Author)
  • , Siva Thambisetty* (Corresponding Author)
  • , Narcisa M. Bandarra
  • , Adelino V.M. Canário
  • , Jessica D. Da Silva
  • , Carlos M. Duarte
  • , Marcel Jaspars
  • , Alex D. Rogers
  • , Kerry Sink
  • , Colette C.C. Wabnitz
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The ‘ocean genome’ is the foundation upon which all marine ecosystems rest and is defined here as the ensemble of genetic material present in all marine biodiversity, including both the physical genes and the information they encode. The dynamics of the ocean genome enable organisms to adapt to diverse ecological niches and changing environmental conditions. The ocean genome also determines the productivity and resilience of biological resources, including fisheries and aquaculture, which collectively support global food security, human well-being and a sustainable ocean economy.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationThe Blue Compendium
Subtitle of host publicationFrom Knowledge to Action for a Sustainable Ocean Economy
EditorsJane Lubchenco, Peter M. Haugan
PublisherSpringer International Publishing AG
Chapter4
Pages91-140
Number of pages50
Edition1
ISBN (Electronic)9783031162770
ISBN (Print)9783031162770, 9783031162763
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 23 May 2023

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
    SDG 2 Zero Hunger
  2. SDG 14 - Life Below Water
    SDG 14 Life Below Water

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