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ISSF investigates and promotes science-based approaches for ensuring the long-term sustainability of global tuna stocks and the marine ecosystem.
The ISSF team works collaboratively with peer scientists, academics, environmental experts, governing bodies, and other stakeholders on issues where we can advance our understanding about sustainable fishing — and make a positive impact.
We publish reports, develop resources, and host events that support fishery health in key areas: tuna conservation, fish aggregating device (FAD) management, marine ecosystem health, bycatch reduction, capacity management, and illegal fishing prevention.
Our scientists document activities and insights from ISSF at-sea research projects, international workshops and meetings, and fisheries data analysis.
In addition to sharing research findings and analysis in ISSF reports, our scientists and advocacy experts co-author peer-reviewed articles in leading journals.
See a list of peer-reviewed articled co-authored by our Staff, Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) members, or other scientists whose projects were partially or fully funded by ISSF.
Additionally, ISSF scientists, collaborating researchers, and members of the ISSF SAC submit papers to tuna Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs) on a variety of topics.
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We produce interactive stories for our site — featuring exclusive video footage as well as original photography, illustrations, and animations — on sustainable fishing topics. Stories include:
- A Global View of ISSF & Tuna Industry Influence for Sustainable Fishing Policies
- Fresh Thinking about FADS
- Acoustic Discrimination: Exploring Technology to Support Selective Fishing
- At-Sea Transshipment in Tuna Fisheries
Explore ISSF’s Web features for an immersive introduction to ISSF’s unique research and advocacy work.
ISSF in the News
NOAA recommends funding for bycatch reduction projects
Seafood Source
SENA Panel: Achieving Full Traceability: The Need for Vessel-Level Data and Opportunities for Industry-Government Engagement
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