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The 14th International Coral Reef Symposium

Start: 05 July 2020
End: 10 July 2020
Status: TBD
Europe

About This Event

The ICRS regularly brings together more than 2,500 of the world's leading coral reef scientists, early career researchers, conservationists, policy makers and reef managers to present the latest research findings and exchange current knowledge fundamental in advising international and national policies in the conservation and sustainable use of coral reefs.

In more than 50 years of history, ICRS 2020 will be the first ICRS to be held in Europe.
The University of Bremen is proud to host this 14th International Coral Reef Symposium and cordially invites the global coral reef community to visit Bremen and participate in ICRS 2020.

Objectives

The overarching theme "Tackling the Challenging Future of Coral Reefs“ outlines its primary goals listed below:

  • Showcase significant work, latest findings and new ideas from all disciplines
  • Provide a platform for the international coral reef community to build bridges between science, conservation, politics, management and public awareness
  • Review existing knowledge for a comprehensive outlook on the future distribution and function of coral reef ecosystems
  • Explore new insights and technologies to develop science-based and sustainable solutions to tackle the global coral reef crisis
  • Promote public and political outreach in order to disseminate the key symposium outcomes at the local and international level
  • Create awareness by involving the public through accompanying lectures and exhibitions

 

Provisional Agenda

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List of Attendances

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Venue

The Exhibition and Conference Center in Bremen, Germany.