BMC Marine Science is calling for submissions to our Collection on Sustainable fisheries and aquaculture. The global demand for seafood continues to rise, driven by population growth and increasing consumer awareness of the nutritional benefits of fish and other aquatic products. As a result, sustainable fisheries and aquaculture have emerged as critical areas of research and practice, exploring how best to balance ecological integrity with economic viability.

The urgency of addressing challenges such as overfishing, habitat degradation, and the impacts of climate change has never been more important. This Collection aims to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share novel findings, methodologies, and technologies that contribute to the advancement of sustainable practices in fisheries and aquaculture.

We invite contributions that explore a wide array of topics within sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, including but not limited to:

• Innovative management strategies
• Integration of traditional ecological knowledge
• Advancements in aquaculture technology
• Role of policy and governance in promoting sustainability
• Case studies and empirical research on sustainability practices
• Theoretical frameworks addressing the multifaceted nature of sustainability in aquatic systems
• Zero waste technologies for sustainable aquaculture

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 14: Life Below Water.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.

BMC Marine Science is calling for submissions to our Collection on Ocean acidification, one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Resulting from the increasing concentration of carbon dioxide (CO₂) in the atmosphere and its subsequent absorption by the oceans, this phenomenon threatens marine ecosystems and the livelihoods of millions who depend on them. As CO₂ levels continue to rise, the chemical composition of seawater is altered, leading to detrimental effects on calcifying organisms, such as corals and shellfish, which are vital components of marine food webs.

The urgency to address and understand the many impacts of ocean acidification has never been more critical, making this an opportune moment to launch a dedicated collection within BMC Marine Science. This Collection aims to bring together research that explores the biological, chemical, and socio-economic ramifications of ocean acidification, thereby contributing to deeper understanding of this global issue.

Topics considered include:

• Physiological responses of marine organisms to acidified conditions
• Shifts in community dynamics and ecosystem resilience
• Implications for fisheries and aquaculture
• Interdisciplinary studies incorporating socio-economic perspectives
• Policy implications and adaptation strategies

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 13: Climate Action and SDG 14:Life Below Water.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.