Master's Project Directory

Overview of MEDS Capstone projects Overview of MESM Group projects

Fishing boat on the water with a sunset behind it and birds flying around the boat.

Fishing for change: a bioeconomic analysis comparing policy scenarios to manage distant water fishing in Liberia

Liberia's waters face overfishing from foreign fleets, harming local ecosystems and fishers despite government profits. This project explores how limiting trawling could impact fish stocks and income, helping policymakers balance ecological and economic needs.

Group Members: Mara Booth, Taylor Cook, Dustin Duncan, Abigail Kirk, Maddie Whitman

Faculty Advisors: Anastasia Quintana

Clients: Conservation International, Center for Oceans (Liberia)

Beautiful scene of the Mirador de Las Planas in Spain under blue sky

Chaparral & Public Land Mismanagement

The chaparral ecosystem is prone to fire, but traditional fuel breaks can lead to some unintended consequences. This team delivers educational materials, talking points, and an op-ed on land management for Los Padres Forest Watch to spread awareness of proper land management.

Group Members: Thomas (Tommy) King, Conner Smith

Faculty Advisors: Lisa Leombruni

Clients: Los Padres National Forest

Program

Clients

Year

Faculty Advisors

Fishing for change: a bioeconomic analysis comparing policy scenarios to manage distant water fishing in Liberia

Chaparral & Public Land Mismanagement

Pathway to Self-Funding: A Case Study on the California Commercial Spiny Lobster Fishery

Bioassessment of Stream Condition and Response to Anthropogenic Activities in Los Padres National Forest

Santa Barbara County and Los Padres National Forest: Facilitating Community Collaboration in Recreation Management