I am interested in the application of science and scientific techniques to marine conservation issues including: understanding the habitat needs of marine animals at various spatial and temporal scales; the design and utility of marine protected areas and the concept of marine wilderness; the effects of climate variability and climate change on marine animals; the sustainability of incidental mortality and directed harvests of marine animals; the effects of sound and noise pollution on marine mammals and the suitable application of new technological approaches to marine conservation.
See my lab website for more information.
Contact Johnston at:
Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center
2570 Dole St.
Honolulu, HI 96822
808-983-5398
fax: 808-983-2902
dave.johnston@noaa.gov