Panellist

Affiliation

Presentation

Segment 1:  Understanding marine genetic resources, their vulnerability and the services they provide
(25 June, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

Mr. Franck Glöckner, Professor, Head of Microbial Genomics Group

Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology & Jacobs University, Bremen, Germany

"Marine Microbial Diversity and Genomics"

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Curtis Suttle, Associate Dean of Science, Research, Professor of Earth & Ocean Sciences, Microbiology & Immunology and Botany 

University of British Columbia, Canada

 "The Oceans Represent a Vast
Reservoir of Unexplored Genetic Diversity"

 Abstract / Presentation

Ms. Evans-Illidge, Manager  

Bioresources Library, Australian Institute of Marine Science

"Towards a practical knowledgebase for marine genetic resources"

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. David Rowley, Assistant Professor of Pharmacognosy

Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Services Rhode Island University, USA

“Services provided by Marine Genetic Resources”

Abstract / Presentation

Segment 2:  Understanding the activities related to marine genetic resources and other relevant aspects:  experiences in collection (26 June, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

Ms. Sophie Arnaud-Haond   

Institut français de recherche pour l’exploitation de la mer (IFREMER), France

"Ressources génétiques en environnement océanique profond: exploration, valorisation et conservation"

Abstract / Presentation

Ms. Marcia Creary, Data Manager 

Caribbean Coastal Data Centre, Centre for Marine Sciences, University of the West Indies, Jamaica

"Jamaica’s marine genetic resources: challenges and opportunities"

 Abstract / Presentation

Mr. John N.A. Hooper, Head Biodiversity & Geosciences Programs

Queensland Museum, South Brisbane, Australia

"Maximizing benefits
from 'biodiscovery': a Coastal State resource providers perspective"

 Abstract / Presentation

Ms. Maria Rowena R. Eguia, Researcher

(Presented at the meeting by Ms. Emma Romano Sarne, Permanent Mission of the Philippines to the United Nations)

Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center, Philippines

"Bioprospecting and the Sustainable Management of Marine Genetic Resources"

Abstract / Presentation

Segment 2:  Understanding the activities related to marine genetic resources and other relevant aspects:  experiences in commercialization (26 June, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

Mr. Geoff Burton, Principle Consultant, Genetic Resources Management 

Jean Shannon & Assoc. Pty Ltd, Australia

“Commercialisation: Not Plain Sailing”

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Marc Slattery, Associate Professor of Pharmacognosy and Research

Research Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Mississippi, USA

“Marine Genetic Resources: Experiences in Commercialization”

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Simon Munt, Medicinal Chemistry Manager  

Research and Development, Pharmamar, Spain

“From Marine
Expeditions to New Drugs in Oncology”

Abstract / Presentation

Ms. Maureen McKenzie, Chief Executive Officer

Denali BioTechnologies, LLC, Alaska, USA 

“Economic Self-Determination and Commercialization of Subsistence Marine Resources of Alaska Natives”

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Segment 3:  International cooperation and coordination on issues related to marine genetic resources: current activities at the global and regional levels (27 June, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

Ms. Jihyun Lee, Environment Affairs Officer for marine and coastal biodiversity

Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

 "Current activities of the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity related to marine genetic resources"

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Rama Rao, Deputy Director

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Coordination Office, New York

Current activities of  WIPO

 Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Tony Ribbink, Director

Sustainable Seas Trust and African Coelacanth Programme, South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity

“A New African Inspiration and Global Commitment to meet Challenges in the Western Indian Ocean”

Abstract / Presentation

Ms. Margaret Tivey, Associate Scientist Marine Chemistry & Geochemistry

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Massachusetts, USA

"Responsible Research of Deep-Sea Hydrothermal Vents Promoted by the InterRidge Program"

Abstract / Presentation

Segment 3: International cooperation and coordination on issues related to marine genetic resources: current and future challenges (27 June, 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.)

Mr. Harlan Cohen, Advisor on Ocean Governance and International Institutions

International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN), USA

"Ensuring conservation and sustainable use of marine genetic resources"

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Cassiano Monteiro Neto, Researcher and Professor

(Presented at the meeting by Mr. Marcos L. de Almeida, Ministry of Defense, Brazilian Navy)

Marine Biology Department, Fluminense Federal University, Niteroi, Brazil

Social and economic aspects

 Abstract / Presentation

Segment 3: International cooperation and coordination on issues related to marine genetic resources: current and future challenges (27 June, 3 p.m. -6 p.m.)

Mr. Timothy Hodges, Co-Chair (on behalf also of Mr. Fernando Casas)

 Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on Access and Benefit Sharing, United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity

“Waymarks of Opportunity: The Challenge and Promise of Capacity-Building and Technology Transfer Related to Marine Genetic Resources”

Abstract / Presentation

Mr. Sam Johnston, Senior Research Fellow

Institute of Advanced Studies, United Nations University (UNU)

"Overview of other challenges, gaps in understanding and cooperation"

Abstract / Presentation

Ms. Lisa Speer, Director 

Water and Oceans Program, Natural Resources Defence Council, New York, USA

"MGR: Conservation and Management Challenge"

 Abstract / Presentation