“Ocean Census: Discovering Marine Life” will take place 08:30 – 09:45, Friday 12 April.
In partnership with Schmidt Ocean Institute, UNEP-WCMC, the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), and Challenger 150, join us for this on-site Satellite Event at the UN Ocean Decade conference in Barcelona, which runs from 10-12 April 2024.
This session will provide an introduction to the programme and an important discussion on ocean life data, exploring how best to advance the accessibility and use of data by scientists and decision-makers. We invite you to take this opportunity to share your views and ask our expert panelists.
Ocean Census is a pioneering new programme to accelerate the discovery of ocean life. Established as an open network of partners uniting efforts to address this global challenge, Ocean Census builds on the legacies of programmes including The Census of Marine Life. We are continuing to invite partners to join our Alliance and be part of our journey to support ocean species discovery.
Speakers:
Oliver Steeds, OBE, Director, Ocean Census
The Nippon Foundation
Professor Alex Rogers, Science Director, Ocean Census
Professor Kerry Howell, University of Plymouth Challenger 150
Corinne Bassin, Head of Data Solutions, Schmidt Ocean Institute
Ella Howes, Programme Officer, UNEP-WCMC
Juana Jimenez, International Liaison Officer, World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS)
Date: Friday, 12th April 2024
Timings: 08:30 – 09:45
Venue: Plenary Room, One Ocean Room, Barcelona International Convention Centre
You must be an accredited conference delegate to attend this event. Further information can be found here.
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