Research Track Stock Assessments
Research assessments are complex scientific efforts focused on research topics or individual stocks.
Research Track Assessments may examine one or multiple stocks, or evaluate an issue or new model that could apply to many stocks. They are carried out over several years and can consider extensive changes in data, models, or stock structures. They may provide the basis for future management assessments.
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Steering committees and working groups carry out the analytical work required for the species-specific or topical assessments.
More information on how these groups are formed(pdf, 21p)
If you are interested in steering committees or working groups, please contact Michele Traver at michele.traver@noaa.gov for more information.
Research Track Terms of Reference
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Working Groups
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Index-Based Methods and Control Rules
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