14.4.1
1. 2025 Ocean Action Symposium
海洋素養與適能
What is your vision of "ocean literacy"? Ocean literacy is more than just textbook knowledge; it's a way of looking at the world—it influences our values and shapes our motivation to act. Have you ever considered this? Every breeze, every current, every ship, every story of the sea—they are inextricably linked to our lives and culture. How do Taiwan's tides and ocean currents affect residents of the island and its outlying islands? How have shipbuilding and navigational technology shaped Taiwan's unique maritime culture? And what significance do coral conservation efforts have for the marine environment? This year's symposium invited scholars from across disciplines, educators on the front lines, representatives from the marine restoration industry, and marine cultural activists to share their insights! The symposium focused on themes of science communication and popular science education, marine culture and island society, and social participation and marine restoration.
Sustainable Impact:The "Ocean Literacy" symposium redefines ocean awareness as more than academic knowledge—it is a worldview that connects science, culture, and action. The event invited interdisciplinary experts, educators, and marine restoration practitioners to explore three key themes: science communication and public education, marine culture and island society, and social participation in ocean restoration.Through discussions on topics such as coral conservation, shipbuilding traditions, and community-based marine stewardship, the symposium encouraged participants to view the ocean as an integral part of life and identity.This initiative not only enhances public understanding of marine sustainability but also strengthens collaborations among academia, education, and industry.It exemplifies SDG 14 (Life Below Water) by promoting ocean conservation awareness, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering multi-sector partnerships for sustainable ocean development and education.
你對「海洋素養」的想像是什麼？ 海洋素養，不只是課本上的知識，更是一種看待世界的方式——它關係著我們的價值觀，也形塑了我們的行動力。 你有想過嗎？每一次吹來的海風、流動的洋流，每一艘航行的船隻、每一段海上故事，都與我們的生活與文化息息相關。台灣的潮汐與洋流，如何影響本島與離島的居民？造船與航海技術，如何塑造出台灣獨特的海洋文化？珊瑚保育的努力，對海洋環境又有什麼意義？ 今年的座談邀請跨領域的學者、站在第一線的教育者、致力海洋復育產業代表與海洋文化行動者，帶來精彩的分享! 座談會主題聚焦在——科學溝通與科普教育、海洋文化與島嶼社會、社會參與與海洋復育
永續影響力：本次「海洋素養」主題座談強調從教育、文化、產業與社會參與等面向深化全民的海洋意識。活動以「你對海洋素養的想像是什麼？」為引言，鼓勵民眾重新思考海洋與人類生活的連結，將海洋視為理解世界與行動的出發點。座談邀集跨領域專家，包括海洋教育學者、文化研究者、海洋復育產業代表及第一線教育工作者，探討「科學溝通與科普教育」、「海洋文化與島嶼社會」及「社會參與與海洋復育」三大主題。內容涵蓋從海洋環境保育、珊瑚與生態修復、航海與造船文化，到地方社會行動等多層面議題。此座談會透過多元對話與知識交流，深化社會大眾對海洋永續的理解，並強化學術、教育與產業間的夥伴合作，實踐 SDG 14（保育與永續利用海洋資源） 與 SDG 17（強化全球夥伴關係） 的精神，推動從知識、文化到實踐的「海洋公民素養」。
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2. Effects of dnd1 mutation on primordial germ cell migration and sex determination in freshwater angelfish, and the consequent impacts of germ-cell deficiency on fatty-acid and energy metabolism.
探討淡水神仙魚 dnd1 基因突變對原始生殖細胞遷移、性別決定脊因此缺乏生殖細胞對脂肪酸與能量代謝改變之影響
We investigate how dnd1 mutation shapes development and metabolism in freshwater angelfish. Using CRISPR-induced alleles, we tracked primordial germ cell migration, quantified gonadal differentiation, and profiled hepatic and muscular lipid metabolism. dnd1 mutants lacked germ cells, showed disrupted PGC guidance, and skewed sex determination toward sterile, masculinized phenotypes. Transcriptomics and qPCR revealed downregulation of lipogenesis genes and enhanced beta-oxidation pathways, consistent with reduced total fatty acids and altered SFA/MUFA/PUFA ratios. Infection and fasting challenges indicated limited energetic flexibility. Our results link germ-line deficiency to systemic metabolic reprogramming, highlighting crosstalk among reproduction, immunity, and energy balance, and informing selective breeding strategies.
Sustainable Impact: This study investigates how dnd1 mutations reshape the development and metabolism of freshwater angelfish using CRISPR-induced alleles, tracking germ cell migration, gonadal differentiation, and lipid metabolism. The research aligns with several SDG14 sub-targets.
It directly contributes to SDG14.3.1 and 14.3.3, which emphasize research and monitoring activities that assess and understand the health and functioning of aquatic ecosystems. By revealing how genetic disruptions in reproductive systems lead to metabolic reprogramming and reduced energy resilience, the study provides insights relevant to maintaining aquatic biodiversity and biological balance.
Furthermore, the findings resonate with SDG14.4.1 and 14.4.2, which call for effective water quality standards and actionable plans to reduce pollutants. The metabolic implications of germline deficiency illustrate how biological stress can alter ecological health indicators, thereby informing pollution prevention and sustainable aquaculture practices.
Finally, the project supports SDG14.5.2, which stresses the importance of monitoring the health of aquatic ecosystems. The integration of molecular, physiological, and environmental data provides a model for long-term monitoring of fish populations and ecosystem resilience. Overall, this research bridges molecular biology and sustainability science, contributing to the protection and sustainable use of aquatic life.
本研究探討 dnd1 突變如何形塑淡水神仙魚的發育與代謝。以 CRISPR 誘導等位基因，追蹤原始生殖細胞（PGC）遷移、量化性腺分化，並分析肝臟與肌肉的脂質代謝。dnd1 突變體缺乏生殖細胞，PGC 導引受擾，性別決定偏向不育的雄性化表型。轉錄體與 qPCR 顯示脂質生成路徑下調、β-氧化上升，與總脂肪酸降低及 SFA/MUFA/PUFA 比例改變相一致。感染與飢餓挑戰顯示其能量彈性受限。結果連結生殖系缺陷與全身代謝重組，突顯生殖、免疫與能量平衡之間的交互作用，並為選育策略提供參考。
永續影響力：本研究透過基因編輯與代謝分析，探討 dnd1 突變對淡水魚生殖與代謝的影響，對應至 SDG14 的多項細項。研究涉及水生生物生殖與能量代謝機制，符合 14.3.1 與 14.3.3 強調的「保護和可持續利用海洋，維護生態系統及其生物多
樣性」精神；同時藉由分析代謝異常對環境與生理穩定的影響，呼應 14.4.1 與 14.4.2 關於「水質保育與減少塑膠垃圾」。整體而言，本研究促進水生生態健康與可持續管理之知識累積，並符合 14.5.2 強調的「監測水生生態系統健康」目標。
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3. International Conference on the Impact and Adaptation of Climate Change on Fisheries
漁業面對氣候變遷之衝擊與調適國際研討會
Climate change has become a global issue, posing severe challenges to nations around the world. To address these challenges, the National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) held the “International Symposium on the Impacts of Climate Change on Fisheries and Adaptation” on October 15–16 at the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology. This symposium was organized by the Institute of Marine Affairs and Resource Management (IMARM) as a special event celebrating NTOU's 71st anniversary. The conference brought together experts and scholars from Canada, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Taiwan, attracting nearly a hundred participants. The attendees discussed global challenges and adaptation strategies faced by the fisheries sector under climate change, aiming to promote the sustainable development of fisheries worldwide. Taiwan plays a key role in global fisheries, particularly in the Pacific longline industry targeting bigeye, yellowfin, and albacore tunas. Taiwan's distant-water squid jigging fleet also targets saury and holds a significant competitive edge internationally—since 2013, Taiwan has led global catches of Pacific saury in the North Pacific. During his opening remarks, NTOU Vice President Dr. Ming-An Lee highlighted that not only distant-water fisheries but also coastal fisheries are increasingly affected by climate change, emphasizing the importance of adaptive management policies. He also noted that Taiwan's Climate Change Response Act, revised in 2023, sets a national goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, underscoring new challenges and responsibilities for fisheries management and climate adaptation. The symposium featured several distinguished speakers, including: Prof. William Cheung, a leading expert on climate modeling from the University of British Columbia, who shared insights on sustainable fisheries through modeling approaches that integrate stakeholder perspectives. Prof. Nobuyuki Yagi from the University of Tokyo, who discussed the impacts of climate change on Japan's fisheries and the potential of seaweed in mitigating methane emissions. Dr. Encarnacion Emilia S. Yap, Vice Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Visayas, who presented strategies for reducing the risks and vulnerabilities of the Philippine fisheries sector under climate change. Mr. Jun-Yang Huang, Director of the Ocean Policy Research Institute at the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (Japan), who introduced Japan's response to the impacts of climate change on squid fisheries through the development of cold-chain logistics systems. The symposium also featured Dr. Muhamad Naimullah, Assistant Professor at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu and an alumnus of NTOU, who presented research on how ENSO (El Niño–Southern Oscillation) events influence Taiwan's swimming crab fishery. Taiwanese experts further shared studies on the impacts of climate change and corresponding adaptation strategies for eel, squid, mackerel, and other fishery resources in the southwestern Taiwan waters. The symposium was initiated by Distinguished Professor Kwang-Ming Liu, Director of IMARM**, who expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Agriculture for its funding support, which made this international symposium possible. The event showcased Taiwan's achievements in climate change response and adaptation in the fisheries sector. The project was jointly conducted by six professors with diverse expertise, including Professors Kwang-Ming Liu, Chih-Shin Chen, Ting-Chun Kuo, and Wen-Ning Chang of NTOU; Prof. Kuo-Wei Lan from the Department of Environmental Biology and Fisheries Science, NTOU; and Prof. Wen-Bin Huang from National Dong Hwa University. Together, they assessed the impacts of climate change on Pacific tropical and temperate tunas, sharks, saury, and Argentine squid, using modeling approaches to project habitat shifts and changes in fishery yields under various climate scenarios.
Sustainable Impact: National Taiwan Ocean University hosted the International Conference on the Impact and Adaptation of Fisheries to Climate Change in October 2024, aligning with SDG14.2.2, 14.2.3, 14.4.1, 14.4.2.
The event brought together experts from Canada, Japan, Malaysia, and the Philippines to exchange insights on climate-induced challenges in fisheries and adaptation strategies. Discussions covered topics including low-carbon energy use, climate education, sustainable fishery management, marine pollution reduction, and international cooperation in capacity building.
By integrating science-based climate analysis with community-focused sustainability practices, the conference demonstrated higher education’s vital role in promoting global collaboration on climate action and sustainable oceans. It not only advanced regional understanding of climate resilience in marine sectors but also strengthened academic networks supporting the transition toward carbon neutrality and responsible ocean governance.
氣候變遷已成為全球性課題，各國皆面臨嚴峻的挑戰，國立臺灣海洋大學於10月15至16日假國立海洋科技博物館舉行「漁業面對氣候變遷之衝擊與調適國際研討會」，本次研討會為海洋事務與資源管理研究所為海大71週年校慶特別舉辦。研討會匯聚來自加拿大、日本、馬來西亞、菲律賓等各國的專家與國內學者，近百位參與者，共同探討全球漁業面對氣候變遷的挑戰與應對策略，並進一步推動漁業永續發展。 臺灣在全球漁業中具有關鍵地位，包括太平洋延繩釣漁船的主要漁獲，如大目鮪、黃鰭鮪與長鰭鮪，遠洋魷釣船還能兼補秋刀魚，在國際上也有占有相當優勢，自2013年以來臺灣在北太平洋秋刀魚捕撈中更是全球領先。海大李明安副校長於開幕致詞時表示，不僅是遠洋漁業，沿岸漁業資源同樣受到氣候變遷的影響，凸顯了應對氣候變遷調適政策的重要性。臺灣於去年修訂《氣候變遷因應法》，明定我國應在2050年達成溫室氣體淨零排放，這不僅是國家層級的承諾，也對漁業管理和應對氣候變遷提出了新的要求。 此次會議邀請到氣候變遷模式的權威英屬哥倫比亞大學William Cheung教授分享在永續漁業重要見解與經驗，包含最新的模式並結合各利害關係人的觀點；日本東京大學Nobuyuki Yagi教授分享日本漁業受到氣候變遷所造成的這種影響，以及海藻減緩甲烷排放的潛力；菲律賓大學米沙鄢分校Encarnacion Emilia S. Yap副校長也分享了減少菲律賓漁業部門面對氣候變遷的風險與脆弱性的經驗；日本笹川平和財團海洋政策研究所黄俊揚主任則分享日本魷魚漁業在受到氣候變遷衝擊，轉而發展冷鏈物流的應對與調適。 另外，臺灣沿近海漁業也邀請到過去曾來臺求學的馬來西亞登嘉樓大學Muhamad Naimullah助理教授分享臺灣梭子蟹受聖嬰–南方震盪(ENSO)事件之影響，國內專家並針對鰻魚、小卷、鯖魚、臺灣西南海域漁業資源受到氣候變遷的影響及因應措施。本次研討會的發起人海資所所長劉光明特聘教授感謝農業部的補助計畫，讓本次國際研討會成功舉辦，展現我國在氣候變遷的因應與調適成果。此計畫由六位不同專長領域的老師，包含海大海資所劉光明教授、陳志炘教授、郭庭君副教授、張文寧助理教授、環漁系藍國瑋教授及東華大學黃文彬教授，共同針對我國太平洋熱帶鮪類、溫帶鮪類、鯊魚、秋刀魚與西南大西洋阿根廷魷受氣候變遷影響，建構模擬推估棲息地之移動，以及漁獲量的變動。
永續影響力：國立臺灣海洋大學於2024年舉辦「漁業面對氣候變遷之衝擊與調適國際研討會」，邀集加拿大、日本、馬來西亞、菲律賓等國專家學者，共同探討氣候變遷對漁業的影響及永續對策，符合 SDG14.2.2、14.2.3、14.4.1、14.4.2之精神。研討會整合低碳能源議題、氣候教育推廣、永續漁業政策及塑膠減量行動，並促進跨國研究交流與專業能力培育。此舉展現學校以國際合作推動氣候行動與海洋永續之具體實踐。
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