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Registration and Abstract Submission Now Open for IBAC 2027

Join the global bioacoustics community at the International Bioacoustics Conference 2027 (IBAC 2027), taking place from 26 September to 1 October 2027 in...
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BRIDGES Ocean Talks #6: Mapping Fish Connectivity for Community-Led Marine Conservation

Fish and marine larvae move across fishing grounds, marine reserves, and interconnected coral reef systems. Understanding these ecological corridors is crucial for coastal...
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Translating Marine Science into Policy: Latest Science to Policy Platform Issue Released

The Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) and the Nairobi Convention Secretariat have released the newest volume of the WIO Science to...
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MSc in Maritime Science: Applications Open for 2027–2028

Ports, shipping and ocean governance involve overlapping technical, economic and legal questions. The Master of Science in Maritime Science, jointly organised by Ghent...
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Call for Papers: Coral Reef and Climate Change Publication Opportunity from Frontiers

A new coral reef and climate change publication opportunity is open in Frontiers in Marine Science under the Coral Reef Research section. The...
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WIOMSA, HUB Ocean, and SeaSketch Launch Free Cloud Ocean Data Training

To equip marine researchers, conservation practitioners, spatial planners, and students across the Western Indian Ocean region with modern cloud-based data workflows, WIOMSA, HUB...
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Bridging Global Science and Local Waters: IPMPABCC Endorsed Under MARCOP

Healthy coastal ecosystems sit on the front lines of both the climate crisis and the global effort to halt biodiversity loss. Bringing that...
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From COP12 Decisions to Coastal Action: Inside the October 2026 WIOMSA Newsbrief

The October 2026 issue of the WIOMSA Newsbrief  captures a transformative moment for marine conservation and ocean governance across the Western Indian Ocean...
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10th International Sandy Beach Symposium: Registration and Call for Abstracts Open

Registration and the call for abstracts are now open for the 10th International Sandy Beach Symposium (ISBS10), taking place from 21–27 June 2027...
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