7th World Conference on Marine Biodiversity (WCMB2026)

Secure your place at one of the most important global gatherings on marine biodiversity. Whether you want to participate actively or simply listen to world-renowned scientists share their latest discoveries, this conference has something for everyone passionate about our oceans. The overall theme of the conference is “The marine biodiversity insights we need, for the ocean we want”.

The call for abstracts is currently open. The full scientific programme will become available in the course of 2026. Please keep in mind these important deadlines:

• 17 March 2026 - Deadline call for abstracts (No extensions!)
• 20 May 2026 - Abstract confirmation
• 18 June 2026 - Deadline early bird registration
• 18 October 2026 - Deadline normal registration
• 5 November 2026 - Deadline late registration

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