Project title
Remote Electronic Monitoring for Fisheries Science
Project abstract
Remote Electronic Monitoring (REM) is a fisheries data collection tool with the potential to generate invaluable data that can transform our understanding of how fishing activities interact with the marine environment. This includes data relevant to managing fishery resources and to inform on the increasing competition for space in our seas. REM systems do not directly generate catch or fishing activity data, but rather log vessel positions and produce video footage. Benefiting from the full potential of REM requires developing methods to generate robust fishing activity and catch estimates. Furthermore, there is a need to integrate REM as a new data source with existing monitoring systems. My research aims to answer a series of questions, which will help facilitate the use of REM generated data in stock assessments and wider management.