About the Kerr Lab
The Quantitative Fisheries Research Lab advances sustainable management of marine resources through research and science advisory work. We aim to support the resilience of fisheries, ecosystems, and coastal communities by studying the effects of climate, fishing pressures, and management strategies on species of commercial and recreational interest.
Research Areas
Stock Assessment and Fisheries Management
Research and advisory work to improve stock assessment and fisheries management nationally and internationally.
Population Structure and Connectivity
Our team studies fish population structure and connectivity across local and regional scales, exploring how these factors influence productivity, stability, and resilience within fisheries.
Climate and Environmental Impact
We investigate how fish populations respond to climate variability and changing environmental conditions to inform fisheries stock assessments and to integrate climate information into fisheries management.
Our Mission
Our research focuses on science that contributes to the sustainability and resilience of marine fishery resources, ecosystems, fishing communities, and the seafood industry.
