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Riding the Wave: bringing science, policy and innovation together for the future of the ocean
On May 11-12, 2026, Cyprus hosted “Riding the Wave: Advancing the EU Ocean Pact through Science, Innovation and Cooperation”, a high-level conference organised by the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI), the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence, and the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, under the auspices of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Bringing together scientists, policymakers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and civil society representatives, the event explored how research, innovation and collaboration can help shape a sustainable future for Europe’s ocean.
Riding the Wave: bringing science, policy and innovation together for the future of the ocean
On May 11-12, 2026, Cyprus hosted “Riding the Wave: Advancing the EU Ocean Pact through Science, Innovation and Cooperation”, a high-level conference organised by the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI), the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence, and the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, under the auspices of
Riding the Wave: bringing science, policy and innovation together for the future of the ocean
On May 11-12, 2026, Cyprus hosted “Riding the Wave: Advancing the EU Ocean Pact through Science, Innovation and Cooperation”, a high-level conference organised by the Cyprus Marine and Maritime Institute (CMMI), the Eratosthenes Centre of Excellence, and the Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, under the auspices of
Alexis Bahl: An ECOP exploring Salps in the Southern Ocean
Words by: Alexis Bahl Every night when the sun sets, the world’s largest migration takes place (Freer and Hobbs, 2020; Hays et al., 2003). From the deep, dark depths of
Top tips for attending conferences as an ECOP
Traveling alone can be a daunting prospect, let alone attending your first event as an ECOP in a foreign country. Conferences, meetings and symposiums are all typical in the life
Meet Fifi Adodo from Togo
We recently met with Fifi Ibrahime Adodo to discuss the upcoming GEO Blue Planet Symposium in Ghana and highlight any opportunities for the ECOP Programme to collaborate or support. We quickly
Call for Nominations to the Future Earth Governing Council
At the last Future Earth Assembly meeting in September 2021, the Governing Council of Future Earth was elected (see the composition HERE). Last year, the members were elected with staggered
Meet the co-organizers of the Young Professionals Breakfast event: “Gaining an Edge in the New Blue Economy”
Conference season is about to kick off again, and we’re pleased to see a concerted effort to cater towards ECOPs in many upcoming events. Oceans 2022 is taking place in
European Maritime Day in my country: Georgia
Georgia is situated on the edge of the Black Sea, where Europe meets Asia, and is famed for its ancient heritage, traditional hospitality and unique cuisine. And now the maritime
Call for nominations of participants to the IPBES youth workshop (19-23 October 2022)
Call for nominations of participants to the IPBES youth workshop (19-23 October 2022) The Plenary, at its ninth session (IPBES 9), held in Bonn, Germany, from 3 to 9 July
A shining example of Youth Action for Oceans: Brigitta Maria Andrea Gunawan
Brigitta Maria Andrea Gunawan is a member of EarthEcho International’s Youth Leadership Council, representing a global network of young ocean advocates driving efforts to protect and restore our ocean planet. She
ECOP speakers needed for Ocean Best Practices: OBPS Workshop VI
Ocean Best Practices publish, discover and provide access to relevant and tested methods, from observation to application, as well as a foundation for increasing capacity. The Ocean Best Practice System supports
Five steps towards Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Ocean Science
In our global society that has been transforming over time, we are at a point in history where the ability to identify, understand and break down systemic prejudice, will enable
Opportunity for 6 Youth leaders to sail from Palau to Yokohama with One Ocean Expedition in August
As part of its efforts to nurture the next generation of international leaders of ocean science, the Ocean Policy Research Institute (OPRI) of The Sasakawa Peace Foundation is seeking young
Last chance to apply – SDG Challenge Competition
Early Career Researchers Network of Network (ECR-NoN) invites you to join our SDG challenge competition. This year the challenge is open for the SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 11 (Sustainable