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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Would you like to propose a session at ICMB XIII? We want to hear from you! Check out the website for details marinebioinvasions.info/news/call-fo... 📩 Submit your proposal: icmb@marinebioinvasions.info 📅 Deadline: 13 November 2026 #ICMB2027 #Bioinvasions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Introducing Dr John Darling! 🧬 We are thrilled to announce the first of our keynote speakers for ICMB XIII. John Darling is joining us in Cape Town to share his insights on marine biosecurity surveillance. We’ll be announcing a new keynote each week – watch this space. #ICMB2027 #Bioinvasions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

ONE YEAR TO GO! 5-7 October 2027 In one year, ICMB brings the international marine bioinvasions community to Cape Town, South Africa - the first time the conference is being held in Africa! Join us to share research, build collaborations and advance marine biosecurity. #ICMB2027 #Bioinvasions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Meet the team behind ICMB 2027 Our dedicated team is working to deliver a memorable conference - from securing inspiring keynotes to planning exciting field trips and every detail in between. We can't wait to welcome you to Cape Town! #bioinvasions #AlienSpecies #CapeTown #SouthAfrica #ICMB

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Join us for ICMB XIII in Cape Town, South Africa We are delighted to announce that the conference will take place at the Breakwater Lodge Hotel & Conference Centre 5 - 7 October 2027. Exciting field trips are planned for 4th of October, so be sure to arrive a little early! #bioinvasions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

ICMB XIII will be in Cape Town, South Africa in October 2027. If you would like to know more about this exciting conference and sign up to join our mailing list use this link: marinebioinvasions.info

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

We are proud to announce thyat the next ICMB meeting will be held in Cape Town, South Africa in 2027. Join the mainling list to make sure that you get all updates marinebioinvasions.info/contact/emai... #ICMB #bioinvasions #SouthAfrica #marine

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Stelios Katsanevakis @skatsanevakis.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

268 species and counting—Cyprus emerges as a frontline sentinel of marine #bioinvasions 🌊⚠️ Accelerating introductions, diverse pathways, and clear policy implications for the #Mediterranean. Read more: doi.org/10.1007/s105... #MarineEcology #BiologicalInvasions #Biodiversity #InvasiveSpecies 🌐🌍🧪

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Monitoting enables us to track alien species, anticipate their arrival in areas of concern and understand their impacts. If this is your field - this conference is for you! #bioinvasions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

In case you missed it, the ICMB XII Abstract Book is now available online! Whether you joined us in Madeira or couldn’t attend, we invite you to explore the abstracts and discover the ideas shaping our field: marinebioinvasions.info/archives

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Incredible week in Madeira! #ICMBXII brought together scientists and friends from around the world to discuss #marine #invasive #species. 🎥 Watch the full recap: youtu.be/8JUa29H2DEA We hope everyone enjoyed their time on the island! See you in Cape Town next year!

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12th International Conference on Marine Bioinvasions #ICMBXII

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

In memory of Emma Johnston (1973 – 2025) The ICMB community mourns the passing of Prof. Emma Johnston — an exceptional marine scientist, research leader, and generous mentor. (Photo credit: University of Melbourne)

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

𝐖𝐞’𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 #ICMBXII — and now 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨𝐨! Browse through the official event photos and revisit the people, places, and memories that made this conference so special. 👉 www.flickr.com/photos/ardit...

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Tammy Robinson @tbrresearch.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

ICMB XIII goes to Cape Town, South Africa! The next International Conference on Marine Bioinvasions is now confirmed for 2027! Follow for more updates. Hope to see you there! @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social #bioinvasions #NIS #marinebioinvasions #ICMB2027 #capetown #southafrica

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Have you met Emily yet? She’s one of our #ICMBXII Travel Awardees. Make sure to say hi if you see her around!

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Marc Rius research group @riuslab.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

🔝 talks describing patterns of marine introduced species detected using eDNA and sedaDNA metabarcoding by the @ceabcsic.bsky.social members today at the @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social conference during the ‘Genetic surveillance’ session. Well done CEAB team! 😀🧬🦀🪼🐙🐟

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Tammy Robinson @tbrresearch.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Here we go... Three days of exciting presentations and interesting discussions. @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social #bioinvasions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

A moment to remember! The #ICMBXII community gathered together in Madeira — researchers, students, and practitioners united by a shared passion for #marine #bioinvasions. The conference isn’t over yet — more sessions, discussions, and connections are still to come!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

The wait is almost over — #ICMBXII starts tomorrow! We can’t wait to welcome you to Madeira for a week of discovery and collaboration. Don’t forget: field trips kick off the day, followed by our Welcome Event at Monte Palace Garden!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Meet Lars Pelikan from Finland, Travel Awardee & runner-up for the Judith A. Pederson & James T. Carlton Award. Excited to have him join us at #ICMBXII!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

The #ICMBXII app is live! Check your email for login details and start exploring: ✔️ Full program & personalized schedule ✔️ Speaker info ✔️ Networking ✔️ Poster & student session evaluations

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Thanks to the support of Monte Palace Madeira – Jardim Tropical, Associação de Coleções / Associação Coleção Berardo, and Associação Oceano Atlântico, #ICMBXII will open with a special evening at Monte Palace Garden, including the unveiling of a unique art piece by VHILS.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

From Brazil to Madeira! Ana Carolina joins #ICMBXII as a Travel Awardee and runner-up for the Judith A. Pederson & James T. Carlton Award. Excited to have her research featured at the conference!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Meet Garbouj Aya from Tunisia, joining #ICMBXII with support from the International Student Travel Award. We’re excited to welcome her to Madeira and to the global dialogue on #marine #bioinvasions!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

We are delighted to announce that the internationally acclaimed Portuguese artist Alexandre Farto, aka Vhils, will create a site-specific artwork for #ICMBXII. © expandingroots

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Exciting news: EuroMarine is sponsoring #ICMBXII! Founded in 2014, EuroMarine connects institutions across Europe to advance #marine #science and promote sustainable #ocean management. We’re grateful for their support!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Meet Eugenio Fossi, one of our recipients of the Judith A. Pederson & James T. Carlton Early Career Scientist Travel Award. Thanks to this support, Eugenio is joining #ICMBXII directly from Italy to share his research and connect with the global bioinvasions community.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

We’re looking forward to welcoming you on Monday, October 6, at the Official Welcome Event of #ICMBXII. Join us at Monte Palace Garden for an afternoon of breathtaking views, cultural experiences, and a cocktail reception to kick off the conference.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐅𝐥á𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐚 🇧🇷, one of our #ICMBXII Travel Awardees! Her participation is supported by the Judith A. Pederson & James T. Carlton Award, which helps early-career researchers from around the world bring their science to the stage. See you soon, Flávia!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

The wait is over! The full program for #ICMBXII is now online! 🎉 Explore the sessions, keynote talks, and poster presentations that will shape four days of inspiring science and collaboration in Madeira. Check out the full schedule here: virtual.oxfordabstracts.com/event/73709/...

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Natalie Kiley-Bergen 🇺🇸 will be traveling to Madeira as one of our #ICMBXII Travel Awardees! Her participation is made possible through the support of #PICES, helping early-career researchers like Natalie engage in international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Conference Dinner! #ICMBXII On October 8, join us for a unique evening of Madeiran cuisine, culture, and networking at a traditional local restaurant. Expect regional specialties, live folklore dances, and a warm atmosphere to connect with your fellow #ICMB participants.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

Thrilled to have @usnavyresearch as a #ICMBXII sponsor! They advance ocean science & innovation, supporting research that deepens our understanding of marine ecosystems. Grateful for their support in making ICMB XII possible!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐞 #ICMBXII 𝐦𝐚𝐩 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩! Since our last update, we’ve welcomed new registrations from 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐚, 𝐈𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝, and 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐨 🎉 It’s inspiring to see our community of marine bioinvasions researchers, practitioners, and students growing more international by the day.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Getting ready for your talk or poster at #ICMBXII? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned speaker, our Guide for Presenters & Posters has everything you need, from design tips to accessibility guidelines. 👉 Read it here: marinebioinvasions.info/participate/...

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Meet Jonathan Molina, from Brazil! #ICMBXII Thanks to the International Student Travel Award, Jonathan will be here in Madeira to share his research, meet fellow scientists, and bring new perspectives from South America to our global community.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Meet Em Li, one of our #ICMBXII Travel Awardees! Thanks to the generous support of @PICES_MarineSci, Em is joining us from Canada to share her research and connect with the global #marine #bioinvasions community. We can’t wait to welcome you in Madeira, Em!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Pre-order your exclusive #ICMBXII T-shirt! Every shirt sold helps fund the Judith A. Pederson & James T. Carlton Early Career Scientist Travel Award, supporting the next generation of #marine #scientists. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... ⚠️ Pre-orders close at the end of August.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

𝐀 𝐛𝐢𝐠 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬. You’re the reason #ICMBXII will be a shell‑ebration of science. See you in Madeira this October!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Only 𝟐 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐬 to go! Our Local Organizing Committee is working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready to welcome you to an unforgettable conference! 👥 Check our previous post to meet the faces that will be there to receive you: bsky.app/profile/mari...

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟏 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭! Registration for Presenting Authors and the Student & Early-Career Scientist Discount for #ICMBXII closes tomorrow, August 6! 👉 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰: marinebioinvasions.info/register

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

🎥 Meet 𝐍𝐨𝐚 𝐋𝐞𝐯 – #ICMBXII Travel Awardee! Noa Lev is one of our Travel Award winners and will be joining us in Madeira this October to share her research and connect with the global #marine #bioinvasions community. Watch her short message and give her a warm welcome!

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 03/08/2025

𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟑 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭! Registration for Presenting Authors AND the Student & Early-Career Scientist Discount for #ICMBXII closes on August 6! Lock in your spot (and your discount!) before it’s too late. 👉𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰: marinebioinvasions.info/register

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝟓 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭! Registration for Presenting Authors AND the Student & Early-Career Scientist Discount for #ICMBXII closes on August 6! 👉 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐨𝐰: marinebioinvasions.info/register

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

Join the team behind the #ICMBXII, happening from 6–9 October 2025 at the VidaMar Hotel, Funchal! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with: 📝 Registration desk 💻 Technical support during sessions

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

🎥 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐃𝐫. 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬! We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Graeme Inglis as one of our speakers at #ICMBXII! Chief Science Advisor at NIWA and leading expert on marine biosecurity, he’s joining #ICMBXII to share his insights on invasive species management.

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

⏳ Presenting at #ICMBXII? Don’t forget: 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟔! 🔗 marinebioinvasions.info/register

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Society for the Study of Marine Bioinvasions @marinebioinvasions.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Just 2 weeks left to (c)grab your ticket for #ICMBXII! 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟔𝐭𝐡 to secure their spot. Don’t miss it! 👉 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 & 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: marinebioinvasions.info/register

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