Conference Session at ASSW 2025, Boulder, Colorado, US - Arctic Marine Research Agendas: Who writes the Saga? On March 2025,this session discussed how the research priorities and funding strategies of non-Arctic academic actors influence geopolitical outcomes, with expected differences between the natural and social sciences. Read more here.
ASSW 2025 - Emerging Questions, Challenges and Opportunities in Prioritizing Research for Arctic Marine Ecosystems: A Multiscale Perspective - Melina Kourantidou. This work addresses the unclear drivers behind Arctic research prioritization—specifically whether non-Arctic nations are truly helping local coastal communities or pursuing geopolitical goals. The authors call for an essential shift toward co-designed, inclusive research with Indigenous leadership to ensure marine conservation and local socio-economic well-being. Read more here.
New Article in : Evaluating the combined effects of inspections and technical assistance on international trade. L Fernandez, Monica Das. Read more here.