Publications, reports, and scientific contributions advancing knowledge in biodiversity, biosafety, and biotechnology regulation.
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Oldham, P., Kindness, J., Davidson, E., Westmoreland, A., Vanagt, T., & Jaspars, M.
Publications Office of the European Union, 2025 | ISBN 978-92-9405-180-6
This study maps recent marine scientific research activities in areas beyond national jurisdiction, investigates the market value and commercialisation of marine genetic resources through scientific and patent landscape analysis, and provides regulatory options for benefit-sharing under the BBNJ Agreement. Conducted by ABSint-3BIO, One World Analytics, and University of Aberdeen.
Westmoreland, A., Casolari, F., Jaspars, M., Harris, L., Dunshirn, P., Zhivkoplias, E., Horton, T., & Rabone, M.
DOSI Policy Brief, 2025
Analysis of both monetary and non-monetary values of marine genetic resources and digital sequence information in the context of the BBNJ Agreement implementation.
Download BriefCasolari, F., Westmoreland, A., Jaspars, M., Gaebel, C., Pouponneau, A., Akpan, A., Brix, S., & Horton, T.
DOSI Information Sheet, 2025
Practical guidance for marine scientists on engaging with and contributing to the implementation of the BBNJ Agreement.
Download Info SheetCasolari, F., Westmoreland, A., Vanagt, T., & Jaspars, M.
Natural Product Reports, 2025, 42, 1063-1070
A comprehensive guide for scientists navigating the evolving policy landscape of digital sequence information (DSI) and biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction (BBNJ) in marine natural product research.
Read PublicationRabone, M., Horton, T., Humphries, F., Lyal, C.H.C., Muraki Gottlieb, H., Vanagt, T., & Jaspars, M.
Decoding Marine Genetic Resource Governance Under the BBNJ Agreement, Springer, 2025, pp. 283-315
Analysis of the BBNJ Agreement's implications for scientists and commercial users of marine genetic resources across the full R&D pipeline.
Read ChapterScholz, A.H., Humphries, F., Vanagt, T., & Jaspars, M.
IUCN Policy Brief, 2023-02
Policy recommendations for implementing benefit-sharing mechanisms for marine genetic resources in areas beyond national jurisdiction under the new global biodiversity framework.
Download BriefCollins, J., Broggiato, A., & Vanagt, T.
Building Industries at Sea - 'Blue Growth' and the New Maritime Economy, pp. 39-71
Comprehensive overview of blue biotechnology's role in the emerging blue economy, covering innovation, regulation, and sustainable development.
Read ChapterCollins, J.E., Rabone, M., Vanagt, T., Amon, D.J., Gobin, J., & Huys, I.
ICES Journal of Marine Science 78(1), pp. 305-314
Policy recommendations for enhancing global collaboration on marine biological collections in the context of the BBNJ agreement negotiations.
Read PublicationCollins, J.E., Vanagt, T., Huys, I., & Vieira, H.
Frontiers in Marine Science 7, 62
Analysis of stakeholder challenges in marine bioresource development, with practical recommendations for implementation and sustainable business models.
Read PublicationCollins, J.E., Vanagt, T., & Huys, I.
Frontiers in Marine Science 7, 265
Survey of stakeholder views on access and benefit-sharing frameworks for marine genetic resources in areas beyond national jurisdiction.
Read PublicationCollins, J.E., Sirakaya, A., Vanagt, T., & Huys, I.
Genetic Resources 1(1), pp. 24-39
Novel methodology for balancing different benefit-sharing mechanisms in the context of marine genetic resources from areas beyond national jurisdiction.
Read PublicationSirakaya, A., De Brucker, K., & Vanagt, T.
Frontiers in Genetics 11, 549836
Multi-criteria decision analysis framework for designing effective and equitable regulatory frameworks for genetic resource access.
Read PublicationCollins, J., Huys, I., Vieira, H., & Vanagt, T.
Doctoral Thesis, 2020
Comprehensive analysis of legal, policy, and business aspects in the marine biodiscovery pipeline for genetic resources.
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Frontiers in Marine Science, 2020
Analysis of stakeholder challenges, implementable actions, and business models for sustainable marine bioresource development.
Read PublicationCollins, J.E., Harden-Davies, H., Jaspars, M., Thiele, T., Vanagt, T., & Huys, I.
Marine Policy 109, 103696
Framework for inclusive innovation in marine genetic resource utilization, emphasizing global participation and equitable benefit-sharing.
Read PublicationBroggiato, A., Vanagt, T., Lallier, L.E., Jaspars, M., Burton, G., & Muyldermans, D.
The International Journal of Marine and Coastal Law 33(1), pp. 3-33
Comprehensive analysis of governance options for marine genetic resources in areas beyond national jurisdiction, balancing conservation and utilization interests.
Read PublicationBroggiato, A., Lallier, L.E., Sirakaya, A., & Vanagt, T.
Grand Challenges in Marine Biotechnology, pp. 579-599
Overview of the legal framework governing access and benefit-sharing for marine genetic resources under international and national law.
Read ChapterLallier, L.E., Broggiato, A., Muyldermans, D., & Vanagt, T.
Book Chapter, 2016
Overview of the access and benefit-sharing legal framework as it applies to marine genetic resources.
Read ChapterLallier, L.E., McMeel, O., Greiber, T., Vanagt, T., Dobson, A.D.W., & Jaspars, M.
Natural Product Reports 31(5), pp. 612-616
Comprehensive guide to understanding the legal framework governing access to and use of marine genetic resources under international and national law.
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