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Matt Thompson
Aquaculture Programs Manager
BalanceBlue Lab, Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean LifeEducation
MS, Aquaculture, University of Stirling, Scotland, UK, 2001
BS, Marine Science, University of Southampton, UK, 2000
About
Matt Thompson is the aquaculture programs manager for the Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life at the New England Aquarium. He has been focused on advancing environmentally responsible aquaculture globally since joining the Aquarium in 2007. His role is twofold; primarily, he is responsible for researching and developing reports and recommendations related to aquaculture for corporate partners, but he also undertakes special projects designed to expedite the development and uptake of more sustainable aquaculture practices. These include aquaculture certification and domestic aquaculture policy engagement, mentoring new bluetech companies, and addressing harmful wildlife interactions with marine aquaculture gear.
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Recent Publications
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Toward an environmentally responsible offshore aquaculture industry in the United States: ecological risks, remedies, and knowledge gaps
Aquarium Affiliate Author(s): Matt Thompson
Published January 01, 2023
Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life
Through pioneering conservation research and strategic partnerships, our team of 40 scientists works to combat the unprecedented impacts on the ocean from climate change and other human activities.
