Launch of EMB Future Science Brief on Deep Sea Research and Management Needs
A group of internationally renowned marine scientists under the European Marine Board has published the Future Science Brief on ‘Deep Sea Research and Management Needs’. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state of knowledge and offers recommendations for how both the exploration and management of the deep sea can be made more sustainable. The scientists issue a clear warning: without a thorough understanding of ecosystem processes and biodiversity, informed decisions on the sustainable use and protection of the deep sea are not possible. They are now calling for targeted research to close these knowledge gaps and ensure long-term preservation of the deep sea.
Learn MoreNew EMBracing the Ocean artists
ChihChung Chang and Yara Costa have been selected as the two new artists for the 2025 - 2026 edition of the EMBracing the Ocean programme!
Learn MorePublication of EMB Policy Brief No. 13 "Navigating the Future VI: The Ocean's role in addressing global crises""
EMB Policy Brief No. 13 ‘Navigating the Future VI: The Ocean's role in addressing global crises’ presents main research and policy recommendations needed to help us address the global crises we face through Ocean science, summarising the main messages and recommendations from the EMB Position Paper No. 28 “Navigating the Future VI: Placing the Ocean within the wider Earth system”.
Learn MoreEMB highlights marine knowledge as essential for the European Ocean Pact
EMB has been actively advocating on the importance of marine knowledge for the European Ocean Pact by helping to shape the position of the SEArica Intergroup of the European Parliament, responding to the Call for Evidence by the European Commission, and engaging in direct discussions with the Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, Costas Kadis.
Learn MoreCall open for EMBracing the Ocean Artists: 2025 - 2026 programme
The European Marine Board is looking for two new artists/groups of artists for the 2025 – 2026 edition of our ‘EMBracing the Ocean’ artist-in-residence programme.
Learn MorePublication of EMB Policy Brief No. 12 "Requirements for Coastal Resilience in Europe"
EMB Policy Brief No. 12 ‘Requirements for Coastal Resilience in Europe’ presents key policy, scientific and community recommendations for building coastal resilience and enhancing the capacity to cope with impacts from coastal pressures, summarising the main messages and recommendations from the EMB Position Paper No. 27 “Building Coastal Resilience in Europe”.
Learn MoreEMB seeks two new Ambassadors
EMB is looking for two enthusiastic, engaged, and creative early career marine scientists to join their Ambassador Programme. The Ambassadors will play an important role in advocating for EMB and promoting the societal and political relevance of all aspects of the Ocean and marine sciences, including natural sciences, social sciences, policy, and humanities, within their own communities, and to a wide diversity of stakeholders in Europe. The two new Ambassadors will collaborate and liaise with our current Ambassadors and recent Alumni to share experiences and ideas, and work on activities together. They will also ensure the continuation of the EMB ECOP Network.
Learn MoreEMB attends the 4th EcoScope General Assembly in Mallorca
EMB Executive Director, Sheila Heymans, attended the fourth Annual Meeting of EcoScope in Palma de Mallorca (Spain) from 5-7 November 2024. Science Officers Ana Rodriguez and Fernanda Bayo followed the Assembly online.
Learn MoreLaunch of Navigating the Future VI
Today, 23 October 2024, EMB launches its flagship foresight publication Navigating the Future VI. This document explores the critical role of the Ocean in relation to global climate, biodiversity, fresh water, and people, offering strategic direction regarding the future of marine research and policy.
Learn MoreEMB ECOP Network Formalised
On 1 October 2024, during the Plenary Meeting, the EMB Board approved the formalisation of the EMB ECOP Network within EMB.
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