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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Australian Coral Reef Society

📚 Category: Biology & Ecology; Geology

🏷️ Topics include: Corals

📍 Country/Region: Australia

Founded in 1922 the Australian Coral Reef Society (ACRS) is the worlds’ oldest organization concerned with the study and conservation of coral reefs. The ACRS plays a key role by promoting scientific research on Australian coral reefs. It is a forum for discussion and information transfer among scientists, management agencies and reef-based industries that are committed to ecological sustainability. Because it is not aligned to any vested interests, the Society’s views are sought by government policy makers, conservationists and all those interested in coral reefs who need impartial and expert advice. The Society invests in the future by providing financial assistance for Australian post-graduate students.

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