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 Marine biotechnology, research that harnesses the biological potential of marine organisms to address some of the most pressing challenges we currently face.

As we navigate climate change, biodiversity loss, and the urgent need for sustainable resources, the marine environment offers a wealth of untapped genetic and biochemical resources that can be used to aid advancements in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.

This Collection aims to compile cutting-edge research that not only highlights the latest breakthroughs in marine biotechnology but also emphasizes the significance of collaboration across disciplines to maximize the impact of these findings on global challenges.

We invite contributions that explore various applications of marine biotechnology, including but not limited to:

Bioactive compounds derived from marine organisms

Bioremediation techniques utilizing marine microbes

Development of sustainable aquaculture practices

Innovations at the intersection of marine biotechnology, genomics, and synthetic biology

New therapeutics and environmental solutions

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being 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.