Name: 7th Marine Mammal Student Symposium
Start: 2025-04-10T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-04-10T16:00:00+02:00
Location: Universitetsbiblioteket UiT

We are excited to announce the 7th Marine Mammal Student Symposium co-organised by North Atlantic Marine Mammal Commission, Norwegian Centre for Law of the Sea, and Department of Arctic and Marine Biology. This year’s theme is: “Exploring the Digital Deep: Technologies Shaping Marine Mammal Research and Management”.
📅 Thursday, 10th of April
🏢 Hybrid Event: Online and Universitetbibliotek Room 132
📋 Registration form: https://forms.gle/Zty3kFDQhFWTHuEG6
📩 Any questions: [email protected]
🔗 https://nammco.no/topics/marine-mammal-student-symposium-2025/
In an era of rapid technological advancement, the tools we use to study and manage marine mammals are evolving faster than ever. From AI-powered monitoring systems to satellite tracking and genomic innovations, these technologies are transforming our understanding of marine ecosystems. But with these advancements come questions: How can we responsibly integrate these tools into research and management? And how do we ensure they benefit both marine mammals and the people who depend on healthy oceans?
This symposium offers a platform for students from diverse fields—including natural sciences, social sciences, and legal studies—to share ideas, knowledge, and experiences on how technology is shaping marine mammal research and management. Whether you have finished research, ongoing projects, or innovative ideas, this is your chance to present and discuss your work.
Students whose research does not directly involve new technologies are also encouraged to participate. Highlighting how their work could have been done differently with these advancements or exploring the potential impact of these tools on their research is equally valuable. Research that intersects with marine mammals or addresses related challenges is also welcome.
Let’s dive into the digital deep together, exploring how innovation, law, and science can work hand in hand for a sustainable future. See you at the symposium!