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The 8th International Marine Conservation Congress
To conserve our oceans, we need all hands on deck – a vibrant research community connected to and collaborating with policymakers, ocean users, and resource managers. At the International Marine Conservation Congress (IMCC), scientists and practitioners come together to share research, tools, and lessons learned that further our understanding of marine science and policy. With over 800 delegates in attendance, IMCC is the single largest gathering of ocean conservationists in the world. The meeting brings together those from many walks of life, including but not limited to researchers, regulators, fishers, educators, artists, students and journalists.
The SCB Marine Program is excited to announce that IMCC8 will take place in Edinburgh, Scotland, from November 13-17, 2026 at the EICC. Join us to help Make Marine Science Matter!
Call for Proposals: Opening Soon
We’ll be inviting proposals across five session types: Symposia, Focus Groups, Workshops / Short Courses, Symposium + Focus Group (new to IMCC) and Panel Discussions (new to IMCC). It will be open from February 6 - March 6, 2026. Learn more here.