Joctan Lopes

Joctan Lopes is an experienced professional in marine biology and environmental studies, with a solid background in research and practical applications in marine conservation and fisheries. Notable roles include serving as a Summer Intern at Conservation International, where seagrass mapping and population surveys were conducted, and as a Research Analyst at WorldFish, focusing on resilient small-scale fisheries. Joctan's recent positions include In-Country Advisor for CSIRO's SciTech4Climate projects concerning climate security and fisheries adaptation in Fiji and Timor-Leste. Joctan is also a participant in the FAO Food System Youth Leadership Program and represented Melanesian People as a Pacific Delegate at the United Nations Global Indigenous Youth Forum. Academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Marine Biology from Bangor University and a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies & Marine Science from the University of Hawaii at Hilo, with ongoing PhD studies at Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle.