Grant Award View - GA151793

Temperate Korean and Australian coastlines are home to extensive underwater forests known as kelp. In both countries, these marine forests have immense ecological, economic, and cultural value but are disappearing due to human activities. In response to these losses, scientists are working to develop new restoration techniques that re-establish kelp forests and the many benefits they bring. Although Korea and Australia are both leaders in marine management and restoration, these two countries apply very different philosophical and technical approaches. Establishing a platform for knowledge exchange between these countries would greatly advance marine restoration efforts. This project will develop partnerships between Australian and Korean kelp restorationists through a workshop, translation of key kelp restoration guidebooks and through short films that highlight the efforts of Korean kelp restorationists to Australia and vice-versa. This will establish a foundation for continued collaboration, research, and promotion related to highly valued kelp resources.