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This webinar will bring together leading international experts to discuss pressing challenges and emerging solutions in ocean conservation, marine sustainability, and technological innovation in celebration of World Oceans Day 2026. The session will explore varied important topics, such as marine protected areas, marine pollution and microplastics, blue carbon ecosystems and climate adaptation, and advances in deep-sea exploration and engineering. Through considering both interdisciplinary perspectives and global collaboration, the webinar will highlight current scientific developments, encourage dialogue across fields, and inspire meaningful action toward protecting the future of our oceans.

Date: 8 June 2026 at 2:30 p.m. CEST| 8:30 a.m. EDT | 8:30 p.m. CST Asia
Webinar ID: 837 1908 7474
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/JMSE-20

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Program:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar. Registrations made with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

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Webinar Chair and Speakers:

• Dr. Alberta Mandich (Chair), Interuniversity Consortium (INBB), Italy;
• Prof. Dr. Weicheng Cui, Westlake University, China;
• Dr. Pedro Brito, Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA), Portugal;
• Dr. Giuseppe Suaria, National Research Council (CNR-ISMAR), Italy;
• Dr. Dorothy M. Peteet, NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies, USA.

https://sciforum.net/event/JMSE-20

Each year, World Ocean Day brings together researchers, environmental leaders, and advocates from around the world to raise awareness and inspire action to protect our oceans and marine ecosystems. The 2026 campaign theme, “Strong Marine Protected Areas for Our Blue Planet”, highlights the importance of collaborative and community-driven efforts in safeguarding marine biodiversity and ensuring a sustainable future for our oceans.

This webinar explores current challenges and emerging solutions in marine conservation, bringing together insights from marine ecology, environmental toxicology, and wildlife protection. Topics include the impact of ocean pollutants on sea turtle development, lessons from marine mammals in protecting ocean habitats and wildlife, and broader approaches to conserving marine ecosystems in a changing environment.

Date: 8 June 2026 at 1:30 p.m. CEST| 7:30 a.m. EDT | 7:30 p.m. CST Asia
Webinar ID: 837 1908 7474
Website: https://sciforum.net/event/MWOD2026

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Program:

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the webinar. Registrations made with academic institutional email addresses will be prioritized.

Unable to attend? Register anyway, and we will let you know when the recording is available to watch online.

Webinar Speakers:

• Prof. Giorgia Gioacchini, Polytechnic University of Marche, Italy;
• Dr. Alexander Werth, Hampden-Sydney College, USA.

https://sciforum.net/event/MWOD2026

We cordially invite you to attend the 1st International Online Conference on Earth Science organized by MDPI’s Earth (ISSN: 2673-4834, IF: 3.4), and co-organized by Climate (ISSN: 22225-1154, IF: 3.2), Conservation (ISSN: 2673-7159, IF: 1.9), Geographies (ISSN: 2673-7086, IF: 1.7), GeoHazards (ISSN: 2624-795X, IF: 1.6), Geosciences (ISSN: 2076-3263, IF: 2.1), Hydrology (ISSN: 2306-5338, IF: 3.2), Oceans (ISSN: 2673-1924, IF: 1.6), and Resources (ISSN: 2079-9276, IF: 3.2), which will be held online from 2 to 4 September 2026, CEST.

Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Charles Jones, University of California, Santa Barbara, USA;
Prof. Dr. Hossein Bonakdari, University of Ottawa, Canada;
Prof. Dr. Riccardo Buccolieri, University of Salento, Italy.

Topics of Interest:
S1. AI and Big Data in Earth Science;
S2. Coastal & Ocean Systems: Ecology, Resources & Conservation;
S3. Climate Dynamics, Variability and Change;
S4. Water in a Changing World: Hydrology, Hydro-AI & Resources;
S5. Natural Hazards and Risk;
S6. Landscapes, Geoheritage & Human Interactions;
S7. Air Quality and Climate Pollutants;
S8. Geothermal & Geo-Resources for the Energy Transition.

Important Dates
Deadline for abstract submission: 5 June 2026
Notification of acceptance: 6 July 2026
Deadline for Registration: 27 August 2026

Guide for Authors
To submit your abstract, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/user/submission/create/1600
To register for the event, please click on the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCEA2026?section=#registration
For details regarding Abstract Submission, Poster and Slide Submission, and Publication Opportunities, you may refer to the “Instructions for Authors” section at the following link: https://sciforum.net/event/IOCEA2026?section=#instructions

For any enquiries regarding the event, please contact: iocea2026@mdpi.com

https://sciforum.net/event/IOCEA2026

This symposium will bring together leading scientists, early-career researchers, and industry experts to explore the cutting edge of aquatic science and biotechnology. In a world facing climate change, biodiversity loss, and growing food and energy demands, aquatic biotechnology offers powerful and sustainable solutions. Topics will span from biodiversity exploration and marine and freshwater omics to innovative applications in health, food, energy, and sustainable aquaculture. Detailed themes include the following:

• Photosyntetic Microorganism Biotechnology;
• Marine Natural Products and Bioactive Compounds;
• Innovations in Biotechnology for Health;
• Omics in Biotechnology;
• Biotechnological Innovations in Sustainable Aquaculture;
• Bioprospecting Aquatic (Micro)organisms for Novel Metabolites;
• Bioremediation, Biomonitoring, and Biosensing in Aquatic Environments;
• Role of Artificial Intelligence in Aquatic Biotechnology;
• Regulatory, Ethical, and Socioeconomic Aspects.

https://www.aquabiotech2026.it/