International Marine Conservation Congress

S&S AT IMCC8

S&S is Presenting!

Deanna Caracciolo

Monday, November 16th • 3:40 - 3:45 | Carrick Suite

Reducing Barriers for Science Communication Through a Shared Support Model

Katy Bear Nalven

Saturday, November 14th • 11:00 - 11:15 | Sidlaw Auditorium

Key Considerations for Aligning MPAs with the IUCN Global Standard for Equitable and Protected Areas

Global Solutions

  • Managing Nature for Tomorrow using Science and Community Input

  • Evaluating Marine Reserve Impacts on the Economy of Non-Extractive Activities

  • Communicating the Effort to Save and Recover Salmon through Film

  • Evaluating Climate-Driven Vulnerabilities & Developing Adaptation Strategies

Ocean Innovator Award

The Ocean Innovator Award recognizes and promotes innovative ocean-related research and applied solutions. We are particularly interested in projects that create unique solutions to salient ocean and coastal topics, such as renewable energy, conservation, and beyond. Winners are selected based on the quality and originality of their research. Winners receive a cash prize up to $2,000 and are featured on an Ocean Innovators Webinar to elevate their work across the nation.