PhD Kianna Gallagher
This research focuses on human-ocean relationships. Specifically, it asks how positive and reciprocal connections to the ocean have been historically and are currently represented in the media and within local to global communities. Does this representation differ by context, ecological level, and social scale to define how the evolution of such discussions has shaped marine and coastal environmental outcomes and may continue to do so into the future? Case studies include abalone fisheries and kelp forest conservation and management.