1. Systematics and general biology 2. Abalone Nutrition 3. Structure and Function 4. Reproduction 5. Physiology: Energetics, Metabolism and Gas Exchange 6. Genetic Variation is the Foundation for the Future of Abalone Conservation and Exploitation 7. Disease and potential disease agents in wild and cultured abalone 8. Ecology of Eastern Pacific Abalone 9. Commercial Fisheries Assessment and Management 10. Abalone Reseeding and Enhancement 11. Abalone Aquaculture 12. History and Current Status of Abalone Aquaculture in China 13. The International Abalone Market 14. Business Planning for Abalone Aquaculture