Biological–physical interactions are fundamental to understanding and managing coastal dynamics
Martin Solan, Tom Spencer, David M. Paterson, Chris Unsworth, Elizabeth Christie, Andrew J. Blight, Jennifer Brown, Helen Brooks, Ian D. Lichtman, Xiaoyan Wei, Xiaorong Li, Pete Thorne, Julian Leyland, Jasmin A. Godbold, Charlie Thompson, Megan E. Williams, Andy Plater, Iris Möller, Laurent O. Amoudry
Abstract
There is an urgent need to address coastal dynamics as a fundamental interaction between physical and biological processes, particularly when trying to predict future biological-physical linkages under anticipated changes in environmental forcing. More integrated modelling, support for observational networks and the use of management interventions as controlled experimental exercises should now be vigorously pursued.
Topics & Concepts
Forcing (mathematics)Observational studyComputer scienceEnvironmental resource managementRisk analysis (engineering)Management scienceData scienceEnvironmental scienceBusinessEngineeringClimatologyMedicinePathologyGeologyCoastal and Marine DynamicsCoastal wetland ecosystem dynamicsMarine and coastal ecosystems