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WIOMSA and WIOJMS Awarded FAO AGRIS “Seal of Recognition” for 2026

January 22, 2026
We are thrilled to share that WIOMSA, and the Western Indian Ocean Journal of Marine Science (WIOJMS) have been awarded the prestigious “Seal of Recognition for Active Data Provider of the Year 2026” by FAO AGRIS, a flagship initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. This honour recognizes our contributions...
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Diving as a Way of Life: Meet Maria da Graça, BCSS Dive Instructor and Ocean Advocate

January 22, 2026
By Kesia Van Der Merwe For Maria da Graça, diving was never just a recreational pursuit — it became a way of life. Today, she is a highly respected Mozambican dive instructor and ocean advocate working between the Bazaruto Center for Scientific Studies (BCSS) and Kisawa Sanctuary on Benguerra Island. Her story is shaped by...
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Accessing the Deep 2026: Call for Applications

January 22, 2026
The Ocean Discovery League is now accepting applications for its 2026 Accessing the Deep: Deep Ocean Training & Mentoring Program, aimed at early-career professionals, especially from Africa and the Western Indian Ocean. This virtual training program, developed in collaboration with the African Network of Deep-Water Researchers (ANDR)  runs from May 6 to July 22, 2026, with...
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Call for Abstracts: the 13 International Crustacean Society Mid-Year Meeting

January 22, 2026
The Crustacean Society (TCS) 2026 Programme Committee is now inviting abstracts from leaders, researchers, and newcomers in crustacean science. The deadline for submissions is 9th February 2026. Both oral and poster presentations will be considered, and accepted abstracts will contribute to the conference sessions and collaborations. The TCS Mid-Year Meeting 2026 will be held from...
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