Marine Scientist Bridging Conservation and Community Resilience
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The University of EdinburghDr. Amber Carter is a social-ecological marine scientist who recently completed her PhD at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on the adaptation and resilience of small-scale fishing communities in Madagascar. Her interdisciplinary research combines marine ecology, climate science, and social science to investigate how marine governance arrangements can benefit both ecosystems and human communities under future climate change conditions. Dr. Carter's work spans diverse global contexts, including Madagascar, the Maldives, Mexico, and Florida, where she employs innovative methods such as community-led filmmaking to enhance the applicability of her research in local settings.