Special Research Topic

Exploring and Safeguarding the Marine Ecosystems of the Florida Keys

A Special Collection in honor of Dr. Billy Causey, John Halas, and Dr. Walter C. Jaap, leaders who united science and stewardship to protect Florida Keys reefs.

You are invited to publish a paper in a special Research Topic with the journal Frontiers in Marine Science.

This Research Topic aims to address the urgent need to explore and safeguard the marine ecosystems of the Florida Keys through a comprehensive understanding of their structure, function, and vulnerability. We seek to bring together research that not only advances fundamental ecological knowledge but also informs practical approaches for conservation, restoration, and management. Linked with the Florida Keys Marine Science Conference and Workshop in October 2025, this initiative will help disseminate new findings and encourage community engagement to promote science-based policies and interventions that secure the long-term health of this vital marine region.

If you are interested in participating in this opportunity, scope and information for authors can be found on our website: