Joshua Abbott’s research and teaching concerns economic dimensions of sustainable resource governance, with a focus on sustainable oceans, water policy, and the economic valuation of natural capital.

Polidoro has a broad background in the marine, chemical and environmental sciences. Her research interests are in marine biodiversity conservation, risk assessment and applied toxicology.

Senko's work transcends disciplines to ensure a future for threatened species as well as coastal fisheries and the people who depend on them. He leads field and lab-based research projects in the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.

Lily Hsueh is an Associate Professor of Public Policy and Economics at Arizona State University. She is Visiting Scholar at the Woods Institute for the Environment, Stanford University.

Lekelia “Kiki” Jenkins, studies the human dimensions of marine technologies to create sustainable ocean uses and the role of science dance in science communication. She has won numerous awards for her work.

Dr. Saul's research interests include using quantitative tools and a systems-based approach to support natural resource management.