Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON)

Category: Biology & Ecology

Focuses on: Bioacoustics; Cetaceans; Coastal Systems; Conservation; Coral Reefs; Crustaceans; Data science/Modelling; Earth Sciences; Elasmobranchs (Sharks Skates & Rays); Environment/Sustainability; Fish; Estuaries; Habitat Mapping; Marine Mammals; Marine Science (general); Ocean Observations; Open Data; Research; Seagrass; Shellfish

Country/Region: Global

The Marine Biodiversity Observation Network (MBON) is a thematic node of the Group on Earth Observations Biodiversity Observation Network (GEO BON). MBON is a global collaborative initiative that contributes to the effective management of marine biodiversity and ecosystem services. It facilitates networking amongst the marine biodiversity community to improve standards and best practices in the collection, management, and publication of marine biodiversity data.

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The Society for Underwater Technology

Category: Multidisciplinary

Focuses on: Aquaculture; Archeology/Heritage; Artificial Intelligence (AI); Bioacoustics; Biotechnology; Blue Economy; Career Development Support; Cetaceans; Chemistry; Conservation; Coral Reefs; Crustaceans; Data science/Modelling; Earth Sciences; Environment/Sustainability; Engineering; Geoscience; Habitat Mapping; Hydrology; Hydrospatial; Infrastructure; Law; Marine Mammals; Marine Pollution (inc. plastics); Marine Science (general); Ocean Literacy; Ocean Observations; Oceanography; Policy/Governance; Renewable Energy; Research; Scuba Diving; Seagrass; Shellfish; Technology

Country/Region: Global

Founded in 1966, the Society for Underwater Technology (SUT) is a learned society connecting professionals and enthusiasts in underwater technology, marine science, and offshore engineering. The SUT provides platforms for knowledge exchange— including events, training, publications and Special Interest Groups—fostering collaboration between industry, academia and policy. The SUT drives innovation, supports career development and promotes responsible and sustainable use of the ocean. Through the SUT’s international branch network, they engage students, early career professionals and corporate partners to share expertise, advance best practice, and shape the future of underwater industries, reflecting the SUT’s commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and impact.

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Thermal Ecology Alliance

Category: Biology and Ecology

️ Focuses on: Birds; Cetaceans; Climate Science; Coastal Science; Coastal Systems; Conservation; Coral Reefs; Crustaceans; Data science/Modelling; Elasmobranchs (Sharks Skates & Rays); Environment/Sustainability; Estuaries; Fish; Fisheries; Aquaculture; Habitat Mapping; Marine Mammals; Marine Science (general); Oceanography; Research; Seagrass; Shellfish;

Country/Region: Global

The Thermal Ecology Alliance (TEA) is a global collaborative initiative aiming to bring together people committed to predicting, communicating, and mitigating the impacts of changing temperatures on biodiversity.

The impacts of climate change are accelerating at an unprecedented rate. Now, more than ever, we urgently need to build accurate predictions of the most vulnerable species and regions to design effective mitigation and conservation strategies. Through community-driven initiatives and open discussion, the Thermal Ecology Alliance works to collect high-quality data, resolve points of contention, build consensus, and spark innovations at unprecedented rates—giving us the power to tackle one of the most pressing challenges of our generation.

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European Cetacean Society

📚 Category: Biology & Ecology

🏷️ Topics include: Cetaceans

📍 Country/Region: Europe

The European Cetacean Society (ECS) was established in January 1987 and aims to promote and advance the scientific studies and conservation efforts of marine mammals and to gather and disseminate information about them to members of the Society and the public at large. The ECS is coordinated by a Council of 11 members and each year organizes an Annual Conference in a European country.

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American Cetacean Society

📚 Category: Biology & Ecology

🏷️ Topics include: Cetaceans

📍 Country/Region: USA

The American Cetacean Society (ACS) was founded in 1967 and is recognized as the first whale, dolphin, and porpoise conservation group in the world. For five decades, ACS has been dedicated to bringing education, current research, and critical conservation issues to people who care about cetaceans and the habitats on which they depend. ACS has long been the go-to resource for reliable information, with its governing board of specialists from all over the United States and its Scientific Advisory Council of internationally recognized researchers.

We are a national organization headquartered in San Pedro, California, and we see the energy and support for our mission growing daily. Our vibrant local chapters in Los Angeles, Orange County, Monterey, San Francisco, San Diego, Oregon, Puget Sound (Seattle) and our National Student Coalition host exciting monthly speakers, provide volunteer opportunities, and conduct citizen science projects to benefit cetacean education, conservation, and research.

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