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- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Science Webinar Series
- Often daily, various times.
- NOAA host hundreds of webinars throughout the year on topics such as climate and the marine environment.
- Leadership for Conservation in Africa Webinars
- Every Thursday, 5.00 pm UTC.
- Weekly live talks presented by conservationists, researchers, and environmental heroes from across Africa.
- Ecological Forecasting Initiative Statistical Methods Webinar Series
- Every first Monday of the month, 4.00 pm UTC, from November to May.
- A virtual seminar series that demonstrates a variety of quantitative methods applied within Ecology and Environmental Science in the R programming language.
- Crustal Ocean Biosphere Research Accelerator (COBRA) Webinar Series
- Every first Tuesday of the month, 7.00 pm UTC.
- A regular rotation of science and professional development topics.
- European Marine Board Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOP) Wednesdays
- Every first Wednesday of the month, 10.00 am UTC.
- These events present a chance to learn more about the European and international marine science policy landscape and interact with research and policy professionals and other stakeholders working within it.
- European Marine Board (EMB) Science Webinar Series
- Every third Thursday of the month, 10.00 am UTC.
- These webinars showcase the research from EMB member institutes and by the authors of EMB publications.
- PR Stats Online Training Courses
- Various dates and times.
- Online courses in applied statistics, genomics, bioinformatics, ecology and social sciences.
- Transmitting Science Online Training Courses
- Various dates and times.
- Specialised courses to develop your research skills, improve the quality of your publications, and connect with a global network of scientists committed to lifelong learning.
- Physalia Online Training Courses
- Various dates and times.
- Their programs cover bioinformatics, genomics, statistics, and data science, attracting a diverse community of scientists.
- Open Communications for the Ocean (OCTO) Webinar Series
- Various dates and times.
- OCTO webinars aim to help ocean professionals stay current on research and tools in the sector.
- Marine Alliance for Science and Technology for Scotland (MASTS) Webinar Series
- Various dates and times.
- With themes spanning Environmental Impact, Resource Exploration, Technological Advancements, and Coastal Sustainability, each episode promises an exciting dive into the ever-evolving world of marine science.
- NERC Environmental Omics Facility (NEOF) Bioinformatics Training
- Various dates and times.
- NEOF provide training courses to support a range of capabilities including, for example, genome assembly, metabarcoding, population genomics and RNA sequencing.
- The Biological Recording Company Webinars
- Various dates and times.
- With topics ranging from species ID to data skills, there’s something for beginners, enthusiasts and professionals alike. Led by specialist tutors, these sessions are designed to build your skills, confidence and enjoyment of natural history.
- Field Studies Council Natural History Courses
- Various dates and times.
- These courses cover all aspects of the natural world for beginners, enthusiasts, volunteer recorders and professionals, including animals, plants, habitats and conservation.
- HWDT Winter Webinars by Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust
- Various dates and times in Winter.
- The HWDT are a marine conservation charity based on the Isle of Mull. They present a series of friendly and informative talks on marine species, research and conservation topics.
- Discovery of Sound in the Sea Underwater Acoustics Webinar Series
- Annually April to November, certain Wednesdays, various times.
- Topics on underwater sound and it’s impact and mitigation. Professional development certificates are available to those who attend or watch the archived video of all webinars in a calendar year.
- How to secure pro-conservation behaviours in an apathetic public: an introduction, a Vocal Earth Workshop
- Thursday 20 August, 9 am BST, repeated in September.
- 135€ (~£115) with possible student discount.
- This virtual workshop is meant to highlight a variety of social science tools and their proper use for encouraging pro-conservation behaviour.
- ECSA 61: Bridging the gap between science and policy in estuarine and coastal marine biodiversity: The way forward
- Monday 24 to Thursday 27 August.
- Brussels, Belgium.
- From €315 (~£275).
- We invite you to participate in ECSA 61 and contribute your recent findings in all aspects of coastal and estuarine sciences. Building on the results of several Horizon Europe projects it is a unique opportunity to show the most recent advances of coastal marine research and their applications for European and international policies.
- Optimising offshore renewable energy array design and locations for safety, fisheries co-location, and environmental aspects, a Supergen ORE Masterclass
- Tuesday 1 to Wednesday 2 September.
- Aberdeen.
- Free!
- This Masterclass focuses on revealing the complexity of optimising wind farm locations and array layout design with many competing interests to consider. It will cover broad spatial marine management challenges, including environmental safeguards, marine protected areas, fishing interactions and offshore energy production, as well as the challenging trade-offs.
- Managing Marine Data, a MEDIN Online Training Course
- Monday 7 to Friday 11 September (repeated in October).
- Free!
- This training course is suitable for anyone responsible for collecting or managing marine environmental data in the public sector, industry or for education or research. Familiarity with different marine data types, and how data is acquired and used, would be helpful but not essential.
- Challenger Society for Marine Science Conference
- Monday 7 to Friday 11 September.
- Bangor.
- From £190.
- The conference has become the UK’s largest gathering of marine scientists attracting around 300 leading UK marine scientists, science managers and early career scientists. It provides an excellent opportunity for networking as well as giving early career scientists the opportunity to present their work in a friendly environment.
- Abstract deadline Friday 29 May.
- NERC Digital Gathering 2026
- Tuesday 8 to Thursday 10 September.
- Stirling.
- £80.
- This key event will bring together the NERC research community to explore and highlight the increasing role of digital technologies and innovation in environmental science. This will include focus areas linked to curiosity-driven research, responding to government strategic and societal priorities, supporting innovative companies and enabling and strengthening UK R&D.
- CROAK Herpetological Conference
- Tuesday 15 to Wednesday 16 September.
- Northumberland.
- From £70, early bird pricing until Monday 27 July.
- Our hope for CROAK is to provide a relaxed environment outside of the usual conference venue (e.g. universities or business centres) but where we do not compromise on scientific content. This unique setting provides a perfect backdrop for scientific discussion and professional networking. We welcome delegates and participants from all career stages and professions.
- Abstract deadline Friday 24 July.
- ISEC Annual Science Conference 2026
- Tuesday 15 to Friday 18 September.
- Brest, France.
- Student pricing of €446 (~£389) for full in-person event until Tuesday 1 September.
- This event brings together marine scientists from around the world to present innovative research, share ideas and establish long-lasting collaborative partnerships.
- Abstract deadline is Wednesday 25 February.
- How to secure pro-conservation behaviours in an apathetic public: an introduction, a Vocal Earth Workshop
- Thursday 17 September, 4 pm BST.
- 135€ (~£115) with possible student discount.
- This virtual workshop is meant to highlight a variety of social science tools and their proper use for encouraging pro-conservation behaviour.
- 2026 Scotland Conference: Fieldwork Futures: Innovations in Ecological Practice
- Tuesday 29 September.
- Glasgow.
- From £43, early bird pricing until Tuesday 18 August.
- This conference seeks to bring together practical, hands-on insights from practitioners who are out in the elements regularly collecting and analysing data to share their experiences, innovations, successes, and failures, as well as their insights on what is shaping the future of ecology practices.
- Saving Species Conference
- Monday 19 to Tuesday 20 October.
- Brixham.
- From £18.
- A relaxed, community-focused event where anyone passionate about wildlife and the environment can learn, share, and connect.
- Managing Marine Data, a MEDIN Online Training Course
- Monday 19 to Friday 23 October (repeated in February).
- Free!
- This training course is suitable for anyone responsible for collecting or managing marine environmental data in the public sector, industry or for education or research. Familiarity with different marine data types, and how data is acquired and used, would be helpful but not essential.
- The 8th International Marine Conservation Congress
- Friday 13 to Tuesday 17 November.
- Edinburgh.
- Early bird pricing from £285 until Friday 26 June, additional 15% thereafter.
- With over 800 delegates, IMCC is the world’s largest gathering dedicated to ocean conservation, bringing together scientists and practitioners, including regulators, fishers, educators, artists, students, journalists, and more.
- Abstract deadline is Friday 6 March.
- Early Career Perspectives on Freshwater Ecosystems Online Conference
- Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 November.
- Online.
- Free!
- Topic of this year’s meeting will be: Nature Restoration Law, which serves as the overarching theme. However, presentations on topics beyond restoration are also very welcome.
- Registration and abstract deadline is Wednesday 16 September.
