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87 gap statements mined from Marine and Coastal Ecosystems papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 285 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • There is a need to balance ecosystem protection and economic needs in marine ecotourism development. The study identifies a gap in the development of sustainable marine ecotourism on Pisang Island.

    DETERMINATION OF MARINE ECOTOURISM ZONES ON PISANG ISLAND – PESISIR BARAT, INDONESIA USING MARXAN ZONING · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to analyze land suitability and carrying capacity for marine ecotourism activities on Marsegu Island. There is a need to formulate development strategies for marine ecotourism on the island.

    Suitability Analysis and Carrying Capacity of Marine Ecotourism Based on Swimming, Fishing, and Boating Activities at Marsegu Island, Kotania Bay · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for detailed analysis of coastline changes in West Leihitu District. The study aims to fill this gap by using Landsat 9 satellite imagery and the DSAS method. The research gap includes the lack of understanding of the impacts of natural and human factors on coastline changes.

    Analysis of Coastline Changes in West Leihitu District Using Landsat Imagery · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to examine the challenges and strengths of the Indian shipbuilding sector.

    Challenges and Capabilities of Indian Shipbuilding and Maintenance Ecosystem in India: An Empirical Assessment · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for further research on the relationship between plankton abundance and water quality parameters in intensive vannamei shrimp ponds.

    Identification of Plankton Abundance as an Indicator of Water Quality in Intensive Vannamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) Pond at PT. XYZ · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to study the changes in the coastline of the Wulan River Delta and its impact on the expansion of new land. The existing research does not provide sufficient information on the changes in the coastline of the Wulan River Delta.

    Changes in the Coastline of the Wulan River Delta, Demak regency, Central Java Province during the period 2010-2025 and its Influence on the Expansion of the New Land · 2026 · DOI

  • Further studies can explore the application of Lean and Green Supply Chain Management in other sectors of the fisheries industry. Research can investigate the long-term impacts of implementing LGSCM on the traditional fisheries sector.

    PENINGKATAN EFISIENSI DAN PRODUKTIVITAS OPERASIONAL PADA NELAYAN TRADISIONAL MELALUI PENGAPLIKASIAN KONSEP LEAN AND GREEN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should investigate the effectiveness of different fisheries extension methods. Future research should analyze the relationship between attitudes and productivity in more detail.

    Pengaruh Metode Penyuluhan Perikanan terhadap Adopsi Teknologi dan Produktivitas Nila Bioflok Sipanen di Kota Bogor · 2026 · DOI

  • The study highlights the need to analyze the relationship between knowledge, skills, and technology adoption.

    Pengaruh Metode Penyuluhan Perikanan terhadap Adopsi Teknologi dan Produktivitas Nila Bioflok Sipanen di Kota Bogor · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited generalizability to other populations. Cross-sectional design may not capture longitudinal relationships.

    Determinan Kejadian Dermatitis pada Nelayan di Dusun Waemital, Negeri Pelauw · 2026 · DOI

  • The need to analyze the population explosion of suckermouth catfish as an indicator of aquatic ecosystem degradation. The lack of understanding of the factors influencing the population explosion.

    Indikator Degradasi Ekosistem Perairan: Fenomena Ledakan Populasi Ikan Sapu-Sapu · 2026 · DOI

  • Future studies can analyze the resilience of other fishing communities affected by port development. Future research can investigate the impact of port development on the economic and human resources of fishing communities. Future studies can develop strategies for building inclusive and sustainable resilience in fishing communities.

    Studi Kasus RESILIENSI KOMUNITAS NELAYAN DALAM MENGHADAPI DAMPAK PEMBANGUNAN PELABUHAN PATIMBAN (KASUS NELAYAN TRUNGTUM) · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should focus on developing and implementing integrated management strategies for coral reef conservation. Studies should investigate the effectiveness of alternative livelihood options in reducing the local community's dependence on the ecosystem.

    Sustainability Assessment of Coral Reef Ecosystem in Panjang Island, Jepara, Central Java · 2026 · DOI

  • The research gap is related to the lack of integrated management strategies for coral reef conservation.

    Sustainability Assessment of Coral Reef Ecosystem in Panjang Island, Jepara, Central Java · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to investigate the lead content in fish species from Taliwang Lake. The study aims to address the gap in knowledge on water pollution in the lake.

    Measurement of Lead content in Claris batrachus from Taliwang Lake · 2026 · DOI

  • Ecological pressures and institutional complexity are major challenges in Indonesian aquaculture. Stakeholder conflicts and governance challenges are also significant. The study highlights the need for a more balanced approach to governance.

    Governability Challenges in Indonesian Aquaculture: A Political-Legal Analysis Hanzel · 2026 · DOI

  • The analysis is limited by the scope, quality, and availability of the published literature. The review cannot fully account for contextual variations that shape governance across local environments.

    Governability Challenges in Indonesian Aquaculture: A Political-Legal Analysis Hanzel · 2026 · DOI

  • Balancing ecosystem protection and economic needs in marine ecotourism development. Identifying optimal zones for marine ecotourism. Integrating ecological and social variables in conservation planning.

    DETERMINATION OF MARINE ECOTOURISM ZONES ON PISANG ISLAND – PESISIR BARAT, INDONESIA USING MARXAN ZONING · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper states that boating poses indirect ecological risks through wave generation and sediment resuspension but does not measure wave height thresholds, sediment resuspension rates, or water clarity reduction (turbidity levels) under varying boat densities (144-160 units/day) to establish ecological impact gradients.

    Suitability Analysis and Carrying Capacity of Marine Ecotourism Based on Swimming, Fishing, and Boating Activities at Marsegu Island, Kotania Bay · 2026 · DOI

  • Longitudinal studies to examine the relationship between personal hygiene, PPE use, and dermatitis occurrence over time. Intervention studies to evaluate the effectiveness of education and training programs on promoting good personal hygiene and PPE use among fishermen.

    Determinan Kejadian Dermatitis pada Nelayan di Dusun Waemital, Negeri Pelauw · 2026 · DOI

  • The study notes that processed patin fish products are very few and have not been able to provide added value to patin fish production.

    Analysis of Exchange Rate And Welfare of Patin Fish (Pangasius Hypophthalmus) Business Actors In The Minapolitan Area of Banjar Regency South Kalimantan Province · 2026 · DOI

  • The community has limited access to resources. The community has weak collective organizing.

    Studi Kasus RESILIENSI KOMUNITAS NELAYAN DALAM MENGHADAPI DAMPAK PEMBANGUNAN PELABUHAN PATIMBAN (KASUS NELAYAN TRUNGTUM) · 2026 · DOI

  • Access to clean water remains a problem in several regions, particularly in areas with geographical conditions that are difficult to reach. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs can serve as strategic instruments to help address social problems based on local needs.

    Efektivitas dan Keberlanjutan Program CSR Penyediaan Air Bersih oleh PT Semen Padang di Kelurahan Baringin Kecamatan Lubuk Kilangan Kota Padang · 2026 · DOI

  • The sample size was limited to 2 fish from each of the 2 data collection stations.

    Measurement of Lead content in Claris batrachus from Taliwang Lake · 2026 · DOI

  • To evaluate the long-term effects of the program. To expand the program to other areas. To develop a machine maintenance guide module that adopts local language and terms.

    Peningkatan Pengetahuan dan Keterampilan Perawatan serta Perbaikan Mesin Klotok Bagi Masyarakat Nelayan · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) There is a need to balance ecosystem protection and economic needs in marine ecotourism development (“DETERMINATION OF MARINE ECOTOURISM ZONES ON PISANG ISLAND – PESISIR BARAT,…”, 2026); (2) There is a need to analyze land suitability and carrying capacity for marine ecotourism activities on Marsegu Island (“Suitability Analysis and Carrying Capacity of Marine Ecotourism Based on…”, 2026); (3) There is a need for detailed analysis of coastline changes in West Leihitu District (“Analysis of Coastline Changes in West Leihitu District Using Landsat Imagery”, 2026); (4) There is a need to examine the challenges and strengths of the Indian shipbuilding sector (“Challenges and Capabilities of Indian Shipbuilding and Maintenance Ecosystem in…”, 2026); (5) There is a need for further research on the relationship between plankton abundance and water quality parameters in intensive vannamei shrimp ponds (“Identification of Plankton Abundance as an Indicator of Water Quality in…”, 2026). 87 gap statements have been mined from Marine and Coastal Ecosystems papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 285 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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