Marine Ecology

Processes, Systems, and Impacts

Third Edition

Edited by Michel J. Kaiser, Martin J Attrill, Simon Jennings, and David Thomas

Uniquely structured around processes, systems, and impacts offering a systems-orientated structure from a modern perspective
Supports students in their learning through the rich provision of features such as 'Techniques' boxes, 'Current Focus' boxes, and chapter summaries
Real world examples form the basis of the pedagogy, outlining practical applications of processes and how they relate to various ecological systems, as well as highlighting and combatting issues relating to climate change, conservation, and the human impact on our marine environment
Truly global in perspective, with examples drawn from around the world
Online resources provide further support for lecturers and students, including video tutorials clarifying key concepts from the book, a hyperlinked bibliography, essay writing advice and sample questions, a secondary production calculator, a web link library and downloadable images from the book
Also available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support

New to this Edition:

A new chapter focusing on climate change looks ahead to future challenges
A new chapter on the value of the ocean to society covers key topics including food security and natural capital
Short screencast tutorials have been added online to help explain key concepts from the book

Marine Ecology

Processes, Systems, and Impacts

Third Edition

Edited by Michel J. Kaiser, Martin J Attrill, Simon Jennings, and David Thomas

Description

Striking full colour illustrations and photographs bring this integrated and stimulating survey of marine ecology to life. Through its unique structure, Marine Ecology: Processes, Systems, and Impacts offers a systems-orientated approach from a truly modern and global perspective.

The text introduces key processes and systems from which the marine environment is formed and the issues and challenges which surround its future. Opening with an overview of the processes and interactions which are central to an understanding of marine ecology, the book goes on to explore the diverse systems from which the marine environment is composed, from estuaries to seabeds, the deep sea to polar regions. Detailed case studies form the basis of the pedagogy, highlighting issues from a diverse range of marine systems in a digestible way.

In this third edition, more of an emphasis is placed on climate change and looking towards future challenges, since the importance of understanding and conserving the marine environment has never been more apparent. There is also a new chapter on the value of the ocean to society which discusses key topics such as natural capital and food security.

Marine Ecology: Processes, Systems, and Impacts is a carefully balanced, positive and considered text, containing measures that can be taken to mitigate adverse effects on this complex, fragile environment. It is an essential resource for any student wishing to develop a well-balanced, informed understanding of this fascinating subject.

Marine Ecology

Processes, Systems, and Impacts

Third Edition

Edited by Michel J. Kaiser, Martin J Attrill, Simon Jennings, and David Thomas

1:Patterns in the Marine Environment
2:Primary Production Processes
3:Microbial Production and the Decomposition of Organic Material
4:Secondary Production
5:Estuaries
6:Rocky and Sandy Shores
7:Pelagic Ecosystems
8:Continental Shelf Seabed
9:The Deep Sea
10:Mangrove Forests and Seagrass Meadows
11:Coral Reefs
12:Polar Regions
13:Fisheries
14:Aquaculture
15:Pollution, Disturbance and Environmental Monitoring
16:Conservation
17:Climate change
18:Sea and Society

Marine Ecology

Processes, Systems, and Impacts

Third Edition

Edited by Michel J. Kaiser, Martin J Attrill, Simon Jennings, and David Thomas

Author Information

Edited by Michel J. Kaiser, The Lyell Centre, Heriot-Watt University, Martin J Attrill, School of Biological and Marine Sciences, University of Plymouth, Simon Jennings, Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, Lowestoft Laboratory, and David Thomas, School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University

Prof. Michel J. Kaiser, The Lyell Centre, Heriot-Watt University

Prof. Martin J. Attrill, School of Biological and Marine Sciences, University of Plymouth

Dr. Simon Jennings, Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science

Dr. David N. Thomas, School of Ocean Sciences, Bangor University

Contributors:

Michel J Kaiser - The Lyell Centre, Heriot-Watt University
Martin J. Attrill - School of Biological and Marine Sciences, University of Plymouth
David N. Thomas - School of Ocean Sciences, The College of Natural Sciences, Bangor University
Simon Jennings - Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, Lowestoft Laboratory
Andrew S. Brierley - Gatty Marine Research Institute, University of St Andrews
David K. A. Barnes - British Antarctic Survey, National Environment Research Council
Hermanni Kaartokallio - Finnish Environment Institute
Jan Hiddink - School of Ocean Sciences, University of Wales Bangor
Kerry Howell - School of Marine Science and Engineering, Plymouth University
Nick Graham - Lancaster Environment Centre, Lancaster University

Marine Ecology

Processes, Systems, and Impacts

Third Edition

Edited by Michel J. Kaiser, Martin J Attrill, Simon Jennings, and David Thomas

Reviews and Awards

"'Kaiser et al. is the best and most comprehensive textbook in Marine Ecology on the market today. It deals with the complex processes in the marine environment and how these operate in the various systems, and it shows how human societies benefit from and influence these systems.'" - Dr Jens Tang Christensen, Aarhus University

"'This is a perfect blend of the fundamentals of key oceanic processes that takes the reader from the simplest of processes to greater complexities in a very easy and well-structured read. It's an essential on the reading list for all marine related undergraduate studies.' " - Dr Nicholas Ray, Nottingham Trent University

"Review of the previous edition: 'I have always liked the fact that Marine Ecology focuses on the key ecological processes within the marine environment as well as the systems and habitats separately. The layout of the book is ideal for its target audience of undergraduate students and I recommend marine biology students purchase this book as it provides a handy reference guide throughout their degree. The balance of the book is excellent in that it provides web links to projects and suggested references for further reading.'" - Dr Cathy Lucas, University of Southampton