Participation and Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be under 35 years in age or have completed a PhD since 2012.

Early career scientists who would like to participate in the conference must:

  1. pre-register
  2. submit an abstract of their original research for oral or poster presentation;
  3. submit a curriculum vita (CV) with the usual information and a section labeled motivation that describes how this conference will benefit the applicant towards attaining his/her marine science professional goals; and
  4. submit an on-line financial application for travel funds (if you need a financial assistance).

The Scientific Steering Committee (SSC) will evaluate the applications and invite successful candidates to attend the conference.

Scientists from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply.

Venue capacity restricts the conference to 130-140 participants.