The World of Sea Cucumbers: Challenges, Advances, and Innovations provides a broad coverage of sea cucumber biology, ecology, fisheries, aquaculture, and trade, while also bringing forward novel cultural, socioeconomic, and scientific topics related to commercial and noncommercial species worldwide. Written by international experts in their respective fields, this book offers a unique outlook into the fascinating world of sea cucumbers, while providing valuable information to various stakeholders and researchers. Commercial fisheries and aquaculture programs are addressed, especially as they relate to emerging species, but the book also covers novel, understudied, or lesser-known biological, ecological, and commercial aspects that will be of interest to academic and nonacademic readers. The involvement of Indigenous Peoples and minorities in various community-level initiatives and the cultural significance/impact of sea cucumbers in many regions are also examined. Finally, breakthroughs and emerging biotechnologies centered on sea cucumbers are presented. The World of Sea Cucumbers: Challenges, Advances, and Innovations is an important resource for marine biologists, researchers in aquaculture and fisheries, as well as students and academics who want to understand the biological, ecological, cultural, and commercial relevance of sea cucumbers in a global context. Key features: Brings together a network of experts covering broad sea cucumber topics, from basic biology and commercial trade to socioeconomic value and novel biotechnologies. Offers worldwide coverage, including Asia, the Indo-Pacific, Africa, northern Europe, North and South America, and the poles. Raises awareness of various little-known facts of sea cucumbers.