Research and Development. The project aims at establishing a European network structure with new mechanisms for communication on shared problems within and between the communities of coastal science, policy and practice.

The original Encora Theme 7 on coastal biodiversity change provides a forum for discussion and knowledge sharing on biodiversity in coastal terrestrial, transitional waters and marine areas. Threats to the habitats and ecosystems and the consequent policy making aimed at their conservation, management and restoration also form an important element for discussion. As such, the theme encompasses experiences and case studies in the field of coastal zone management throughout Europe.

This list includes articles written by participants of the Thematic Network 7 on Coastal and Marine Biodiversity