EUROGOOS HIGHLIGHTS AND NEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS
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BGC-Argo&3rd Deep-Argo Workshop
The BGC-Argo&3rd Deep-Argo Workshop will take place online on 27 September-1 October 2021, as part of the EuroSea project. The BGC Argo workshop will review progress in implementing best practices in the area of floats preparation, float deployment and data management; identify the users' needs; and foster interactions within the broader ocean observing system. The Deep-Argo workshop aims to assess progress of the Deep-Argo mission, review the needs of end-users, and finalize the implementation plan of the global Deep Argo array of 1250 floats. A joint BGC-Deep Argo session will discuss topics of mutual interest. Registration is open here before 20 September 2021. Read more here.
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MONGOOS General Assembly and Workshop mark ten-year anniversary
The annual MONGOOS General Assembly and Workshop will take place online on 26-28 October 2021. The event will mark the tenth anniversary of MONGOOS, and will capitalize on the network’s achievements to support the Blue Growth agenda and meet the challenges of the UN Ocean Decade. The workshop, running from 26 to 27 October 2021, aims to integrate science-based knowledge and promote solution-oriented research in the Mediterranean Sea. The workshop will be followed by the MONGOOS General Assembly on 28 October 2021. Read more.
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EuroGOOS contributes to leading marine research
This August, EuroGOOS was featured in two leading academic publications. Inga Lips co-authored an article on ‘Science for Good Environmental Status: A European Joint Action to Support Marine Policy’, published in Sustainability, and George Petihakis co-authored a study on ‘Collaborative Automation and IoT technologies for coastal ocean observing systems’ in Frontiers in Marine Science. Discover both articles on the EuroGOOS revamped Scientific Publications webpage.
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EuroGOOS Best Practices
Are you involved in the international Ocean Best Practices System? Bring your contributions to the EuroGOOS Best Practices collection available in this sustained open-access online repository, coordinated by IOC-UNESCO! By making our methods and practices openly available, discoverable and accessible, we are enabling the broader ocean observing community to access, use, and review our methods and transfer knowledge globally.
You can find the EuroGOOS collection of best practices here. When you submit a new publication or document to the Ocean Best Practices System, please select the EuroGOOS collection.
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European FLOTANT project, coordinated by PLOCAN, tested in the offshore basin of MARIN
The European FLOTANT project, led by the Oceanic Platform of the Canary Islands (PLOCAN), has concluded the validation model tests at the Maritime Research Institute Netherlands (MARIN) facilities. The project aims to develop an innovative and low-cost floating offshore wind technology optimized for deep water, contributing to the European Commission’s objective of a fully decarbonized power system by 2050. More information is available here.
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Cefas scientists support new programmes to address marine pollution
Scientists at the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) will support UK-led programmes which focus on protecting the marine environment, fighting plastic pollution and the decline of global coral reefs, and responding to marine pollution disasters. A new programme will help developing countries team up with the UK’s leading scientists to better manage marine protected areas. Read more here.
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NOC contributes to new study on the Arctic Ocean's currents
Scientists from the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) and Alfred Wegener Institute have contributed to a new study on the Arctic. Findings reveal that a strong surface current in the Arctic Ocean, the Transpolar Drift, is more variable than previously known. The study could impact predictions on ocean temperature and carbon dioxide in the Arctic environment while also helping improve the prediction of climate extremes worldwide. Learn more here.
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CNR joins the Visiting ERC Fellowship Program
The National Research Council of Italy (CNR) has joined the Visiting Fellowship Programme (VFP) of the European Research Council (ERC). The VFP will enable CNR researchers to visit an ERC grant holder to expand their professional experience and carry out research. The programme is scheduled to be launched in early 2022. More information is available here.
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European Commission launches call for expressions of interest for working group on offshore renewable energies
The European Commission launched a call for expression of interest for organizations to become member of a new working group on offshore renewable energy. The group will develop solutions to help contribute to reaching the EU’s offshore renewable energy ambitions for 2030 and 2050. The composition of the group will be established during the first half of September with the first meeting expected to follow in mid-October. The deadline for applications is 10 September 2021. Read the call here.
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ECO Magazine to release special issue on marine pollution
ECO Magazine and Mission Blue will release a special digital issue focusing on the most recent scientific solutions to address marine pollution. This will feature the latest pollution statistics, new detection and removal technologies, environmental-friendly alternatives, and tailored policy responses. Interested ocean stakeholders are invited to submit contributions related to one of the following themes: ocean noise, plastic waste, oil spills, chemicals and pesticides, and nutrient run-off and harmful algal blooms. Submit your article here.
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Ocean Innovation Prize
The Blue Climate Initiative (BCI) is welcoming applications from innovators and entrepreneurs for the Ocean Innovation Prize. The prize will be awarded for market-based innovations that mitigate climate change through ocean-related solutions. Proposals must include innovative technologies, practices, models, approaches, or ideas that can be scaled to have an impact on climate change. Applicants can be from anywhere in the world and can represent a business, a non-profit organization, an individual, or a group of collaborators. Applications are open here until 15 September. Read more.
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Applications for the Natura 2000 Award are now open
The Natura 2000 Award recognizes excellent management of Natura 2000 sites in five areas: conservation on land, marine conservation, communication, socio-economic benefits, and cross-border cooperation. In the area of marine conservation, the award acknowledges achievements that improve the conservation status of a particular marine or coastal habitat type or species. Applications are open until 30 September 2021 (midnight CET). More information is available here.
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Ocean Decade Laboratories: A Predicted Ocean
The Predicted Ocean Laboratory will take place on 15-17 September 2021. By bringing together a wide range of stakeholders, from leading companies to service providers and researchers, the event aims to identify current gaps and solutions for a systematic and interdisciplinary ocean prediction. The laboratory will address the need for more closely integrated observations and modelling, international collaboration, and connections to user communities. The event’s program and registration information can be accessed here.
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Southern Ocean Decade & Polar Data Forum Week 2021
The Second Southern Ocean Decade Workshop and the Polar Data Forum IV will take place online on 20-24 September 2021. The Workshop will gather key stakeholders to discuss the main challenges and identify common actions in the Southern Ocean. The Forum will include two components: the Conference, covering funding, policy, and data aspects (23-24 September) and Workshop Sessions & Hackathons, fostering dialogue on shared objectives. Read more and register here.
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Oceanthon 2021: Ocean&Climate Edition
The event will take place online from 24 to 26 September 2021. Under the theme ‘Ocean&Climate’, participants will compete to find new solutions to address ocean and climate challenges. This second edition is dedicated to the Mediterranean and the call is open to individuals and teams from all Mediterranean coastal states. The event is organized by IOC-UNESCO and the Euro-Mediterranean Center on Climate Change (CMCC), with the support of Hack for Italy. Interested participants can apply until 10 September. Read the call for participants and submit your application here.
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European Researchers' Night 2021
The event, which showcases the diversity of science and its impact on daily lives, will take place across 29 European countries on 24 September 2021. Its aim is to bridge the gap between researchers and the general public, promote excellent research projects, and encourage young people to pursue science careers. The European Researchers’ Night will feature a variety of science shows, experiments, games, competitions, exhibitions, and digital activities. Read more here.
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Ocean Literacy Festival in the Mediterranean Sea
The festival will take place on 24-25 September 2021 as part of the EU4Ocean coalition Mediterranean Sea basin event. Its aim is to connect Mediterranean ocean literacy actors and highlight the broad range of existing ocean literacy initiatives in the region through a mix on on-site, digital, and hybrid events. Interested participants can submit relevant activities or projects to be included in the programme of the festival by 9 September 2021. Read more here.
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Online educational activity on ocean and climate launched by OGS
The EuroGOOS Ocean Literacy members from the National Institute of Oceanography and Applied Geophysics (OGS), Italy, have proposed, for the Mediterranean Ocean Literacy Festival organized by the EU4Ocean Coalition, an online activity called "Ocean and Climate: let's play!". Thanks to an educational game created by the researchers of the OGS Oceanography section, students and teachers will challenge themselves and deepen their knowledge on climate and global warming - with a particular focus on the role of the oceans.
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ICOMSA 2022
The theme of the International Conference on Marine Science and Aquaculture (ICOMSA) is ‘The Ocean We Want Towards Sustainable Development’. The event aims to identify new solutions to address pressing challenges in the fields of marine science and aquaculture. The conference will take place on 8-10 March 2022 as a virtual event. The deadline for abstract submission is 31 December 2021. Read more here.
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