PROF. SAZLINA SALLEH

Dr. Sazlina Salleh is an accomplished ocean scientist with extensive expertise at the intersection of ocean science and management. Currently an Associate Professor and Deputy Director at the Center for Policy Research, Universiti Sains Malaysia, she holds a Ph.D. in Marine Science from the University of Tasmania. Her research focuses on marine biodiversity, conservation policy, marine spatial planning, and climate change impacts on marine ecosystems. Dr. Sazlina has contributed significantly to marine spatial planning, serving as an expert in initiatives such as the Expert Group on Marine Spatial Planning in the Western Pacific (2023-2026). She has consulted on national and international projects related to sustainable ocean management, including Malaysia’s National Blue Economy Development and biodiversity conservation. Her roles as a national consultant for major organizations like Greenpeace Southeast Asia and the Maritime Institute of Malaysia (MIMA) highlight her ability to bridge science and policy, advocating ecosystem-based management approaches. Her leadership extends to research on marine conservation, particularly in areas like eutrophication monitoring, coral and seagrass ecosystem health, and climate resilience of marine species. As a member of the SCOR Capacity Development Committee and a resource person in various national workshops, Dr Sazlina actively promotes sustainable ocean governance and the integration of scientific findings into policy frameworks, mainly through her advocacy for data sharing and management to improve marine management strategies.

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