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SUMMARY:Workshop on implementation plans  for the  Nature Restoration Regulation
DESCRIPTION:As you may know\, national governments are currently drafting implementation plans for the Nature Restoration Regulation (NRR). Deadline for draft submissions to the European Commission: September of this year. As the NRR has an important marine component\, implementation plans also stretch to marine habitats\, including shellfish reefs. \nWe have observed that the implementation of the NRR in marine waters is seen as very challenging by government representatives working on it. We therefore believe that by bringing experts and regulators from various countries together on the topic of shellfish reef development will be beneficial to all involved. \nSo we have planned an international workshop on the topic\, on May 4 (10-13 CEST). \nIt will be informal\, so that all those present can freely exchange their ideas. We have consulted DG Environment about the initiative and received enthusiastic approval. If the workshop is seen as successful\, we may organize follow-up events\, since marine NRR-implementation for shellfish reefs poses a lot of challenges. \nThe workshop program is still in development\, but we will address the following questions:\n1. How to determine favorable reference areas for flat oyster reefs (or bivalve reefs in general) in various environments? What is the relation with the establishment of self-sustaining reefs\, also in various environments (nearshore/offshore)?\n2. Which reef development projects are already undertaken where? With which objectives and methods?\n3. Which are effective/state-of-the-art reef development methods? And what are (estimates of) associated costs (per m2 reef or per bivalve). \nRegulators from various countries will explain their approach in answering question 1. Philine and I will present the NORA data base as answer to question 2. The subject is policy-sensitive\, so participation will be by invitation only. \nIf you have expertise to:\n• reflect on the regulator approaches for question 1 and/or the NORA database for question 2;\n• give input to state-of-the art shellfish reef development methods.\nwe can give you the opportunity to take part in the meeting. \nIf so\, please send a message to:\n• hein.sas@noraeurope.eu or\n• Philine.Zu.Ermgassen@ed.ac.uk
URL:https://masts.ac.uk/event/workshop-on-implementation-plans-for-the-nature-restoration-regulation/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260429T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
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UID:10000330-1777460400-1777464000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Online stakeholder roundtable: an online introduction to the new SAIC model
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URL:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stakeholder-roundtable-an-online-introduction-to-the-new-saic-model-tickets-1985438421766#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260424T120000
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SUMMARY:Online stakeholder roundtable: an online introduction to the new SAIC model
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stakeholder-roundtable-an-online-introduction-to-the-new-saic-model-tickets-1985438421766#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260422T200000
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DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260403T084255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T084255Z
UID:10000337-1776888000-1776891600@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NOAA seminar - A history and overview of International Ocean Colour Coordinating Group (IOCCG) activities
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URL:https://meet.google.com/hnd-zams-bgo#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T143000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260401T091700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T091700Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Deep-Sea Mining: Science\, Policy\, and the Path Forward
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VITJOLo9Qo-D0vC27LFikg#/registration#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260121T170049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T170316Z
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SUMMARY:SUPERGEN ORE Hub ECR Forum & Annual Assembly
DESCRIPTION:For all of those working in the offshore renewable energy sector\, join the Supergen ORE Hub Assembly to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of offshore wind\, wave\, and tidal energy. The Assembly connects industry\, academia and policymakers to delve into the latest sector developments through research presentations\, panel discussions and networking sessions. \nFind out more and register your free place \n  \nEarly Career Forum – Registration now open\nTuesday 21 April 2026\, University of Warwick \nDesigned for those early in their careers in offshore renewable energy\, this forum offers opportunities to connect with peers\, develop key skills\, and take part in panel discussions. \nFind out more and register your free place.
URL:https://masts.ac.uk/event/supergen-ore-hub-annual-assembly-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260402T130644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T130644Z
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SUMMARY:Marine Biodiversity Networking Fridays | MPAs
DESCRIPTION:On April 17\, 2026\, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM UTC+0\, we will host a special session with Dr Mark Costello focusing on Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). The session will highlight findings from the MPA Europe project\, which designed a network that is representative of all species\, climate resilient and ecologically coherent. The project shows that protecting 10 % and 30 % of European and adjacent seas could include 55 % and 79 % of all species\, respectively\, offering a scalable approach for local conservation planning. \nThe session will also address common misconceptions about MPAs. Myths include that fully protected MPAs are radical in limiting public access\, are expensive\, displace fishing efforts\, and don´t benefit fisheries\, pelagic species\, or help climate resilience. Other myths are that MPAs aim to protect biodiversity and that biodiversity is only harmed by commercial fishing. The experience worldwide is that fully protected (no fishing) areas reliably result in naturally restored biodiversity with spillover benefits to fisheries\, in contrast to partially protected areas.
URL:https://www.aircentre.org/marine-biodiversity-networking-friday-on-marine-protected-areas-for-europe-systematic-planning-and-dispelling-myths/#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260416T100000
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CREATED:20260401T091145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T091145Z
UID:10000328-1776333600-1776337200@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Online stakeholder roundtable: an online introduction to the new SAIC model
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stakeholder-roundtable-an-online-introduction-to-the-new-saic-model-tickets-1985438421766#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T190000
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CREATED:20260403T084119Z
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UID:10000336-1776279600-1776283200@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NOAA seminar - Understanding environmental Vibrio parahamolyticus genetics in different coastal environments
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URL:https://www.google.com/url?q=https://vimeo.com/event/5346006&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1774279605178647&usg=AOvVaw0-kaLXiJO0MS-fb4azbEiT#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260413T130000
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CREATED:20260402T132138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T132138Z
UID:10000334-1776085200-1776099600@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Free workshop - Shaping the future of harbour seal conservation in Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters
DESCRIPTION:As part of the #EIMR2026 workshop programme\, Gianlucca Gerich (MeyGen Tidal Project) and Dr. Ian Davies (Carronside Consultancy) will be hosting a workshop on Ecological Measures to Support Harbour Seal Conservation in PFOW in the Context of Tidal Stream Development. \nJoin this industry-led workshop\, which will bring together regulators\, scientists\, developers\, and NGOs to explore practical\, evidence-led ecological measures that could support harbour seal conservation alongside tidal stream development in PFOW. \nWhat to expect\n– Identification of realistic\, science-based measures with regional or population-level impact\n– Exploration of how these measures can be delivered in practice (from scale and monitoring to governance)\n– Build cross-sector alignment to inform future consenting under EIA and Habitats Regulations \nOutcome\n– A shared understanding of what works\, what’s feasible\, and where we go next\, helping to bridge the gap between conservation and renewable energy deployment. \nWho should attend?\n– Regulators\, marine mammal scientists\, renewables developers\, environmental consultants\, and NGOs working in PFOW. \n👉 Be part of the conversation shaping sustainable marine development. \n📅 Monday 13 April 2026\, 1pm start\n📍 Scottish Association for Marine Science\, Oban\, Scotland
URL:https://eimr2026.com/eimr-2026-workshops/#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260403T083739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T083739Z
UID:10000335-1775678400-1775682000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:NOAA seminar - Rapid Assessment of Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Vulnerability to Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Recordings will be shared 24 hours after the event on the NOAA Library YouTube channel
URL:https://www.google.com/url?q=https://vimeo.com/event/5807635&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1774272668725947&usg=AOvVaw3tpvTiWTMal26aJOvy4Zqs#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T143000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260331T113515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T113515Z
UID:10000327-1775655000-1775658600@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Turning research into impact and policy into research: A Fireside Chat with Dr Sean Field
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URL:https://www.tickettailor.com/events/centreforenergyethics/2145299#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260130T104243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T104243Z
UID:10000279-1774339200-1774458000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:FVS 2026 Annual Spring Conference
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URL:https://www.fishvetsociety.org.uk/fvs-events/#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260305T133524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T133524Z
UID:10000303-1773838800-1773842400@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Coast-R Webinar : HDRC North Yorkshire : Understanding & Addressing Health Inequalities in Coastal Communities & Health Outcomes for Young People in Coastal Areas
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URL:https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4d0bf38d-38b5-4bcf-b820-9dc93bf0e0d0@490a8197-7b83-4f10-89b9-83189be3835e#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T130000
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CREATED:20260123T143151Z
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UID:10000278-1773234000-1773243000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Policy Engagement Essentials
DESCRIPTION:This training workshop is for researchers and knowledge exchange professionals. Its purpose is to provide essential context and understanding on how\, when\, and why to engage the Scottish Government and Scottish Parliament with research evidence and expertise.
URL:https://njmok7zy3oa.typeform.com/to/kQS9tG39#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20250812T092402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T094010Z
UID:10000186-1773129600-1773334800@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Oceanology International
DESCRIPTION:Unleash the potential of your ocean endeavours at Oceanology International\, the industry’s leading event.
URL:https://www.oceanologyinternational.com/london/en-gb.html#new_tab
CATEGORIES:External
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260217T171842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T171842Z
UID:10000296-1772028000-1772031600@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Coast-R webinar - Sharing and building on climate adaptation solutions using DAFNI
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URL:https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f3b660ce-85a0-4885-82d3-44161c77e32f@490a8197-7b83-4f10-89b9-83189be3835e#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T091500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T101500
DTSTAMP:20260523T131057
CREATED:20260205T150544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T150544Z
UID:10000288-1772010900-1772014500@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Environmental Science Community Webinar: UKRI Investment Approach
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URL:https://ukri.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xxHFf7vNR_CmDpFX_iHQ1A?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery#/registration#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T124500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T134500
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20260205T132628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T132628Z
UID:10000287-1771937100-1771940700@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:FMRI Town Hall: Shaping the Future of UK Ocean Observing
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URL:https://fmri.ac.uk/news/fmri-host-town-hall-agu-glasgow#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20260121T083026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T083026Z
UID:10000267-1770634800-1770642000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:MSPACE Final Webinar - Recommendations and Reflections
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URL:https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8779546a-a8e4-4bc4-a0f7-596735bb30ad@0fa5013d-5a98-45f0-aa85-7dbe11f85391#new_tab
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T143000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20260121T082932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T082932Z
UID:10000266-1770037200-1770042600@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Webinar - ASPACE : Climate-Smart Marine Spatial Planning Decision-Support Tool
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/cfe60e4d-874e-4261-a15f-6904f89ec83c@0fa5013d-5a98-45f0-aa85-7dbe11f85391#new_tab
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260128T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20260121T082842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T082842Z
UID:10000265-1769601600-1769605200@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Webinar: Economically viable climate-smart Marine Spatial Planning - metrics for adaptation to marine climate change.
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1f430e0b-1dee-4706-818e-8519b291abf7@0fa5013d-5a98-45f0-aa85-7dbe11f85391#new_tab
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
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CREATED:20250811T084653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T084653Z
UID:10000184-1768435200-1768521599@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:European Seminar on AI for Sustainability and Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of climate action and sustainable development. From predictive analytics to smart energy systems\, AI offers powerful tools to enhance decision-making\, optimise resource use\, and develop innovative responses to the climate crisis. In Europe\, universities play a key role in advancing AI solutions that align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\, contributing to global efforts for a greener and more equitable future.
URL:https://www.haw-hamburg.de/detail/news/news/show/european-seminar-on-ai-for-sustainability-and-climate-change#new_tab
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:External
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251215T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20250716T145320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145320Z
UID:10000161-1765785600-1766077200@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:British Ecological Society 2025 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In Edinburgh\, join ecologists from around the world for Europe’s largest and most welcoming conference dedicated to ecology.
URL:https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/content/bes-annual-meeting-2025/welcome-to-bes2025/#new_tab
CATEGORIES:External
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20250728T131715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T131715Z
UID:10000178-1765180800-1765299600@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Scientific meeting: Marine biodiversity loss\, fishing\, and climate change
DESCRIPTION:On 8 – 9 December 2025\, a scientific discussion meeting will be held at the Royal Society in London\, on the topic of marine biodiversity loss. \nThe meeting will be led by Professor Richard Sanders from the Norwegian Research Centre\, Professor Alex Poulton from Heriot Watt University\, Professor Stephanie Henson from the National Oceanography Centre\, Dr Emma Cavan from Imperial College London and Professor Alessandro Tagliabue from the University of Liverpool. \nThe twin crises of biodiversity loss and rapid climate change are often considered as inextricably linked. This is a perspective primarily developed based on terrestrial systems. \nIn the ocean this linkage has been largely overlooked. At this meeting\, speakers and attendees will address this gap by considering the relationships between ocean biodiversity loss\, climate change and food security. \nThere will be a poster session on Monday 8 December 2025. Attendees can apply to present a poster. \nThis meeting is free to attend and is intended for researchers in relevant fields. \nAdvance registration is essential. In-person and online attendance is available. \nMore information about the speakers\, programme and how to register for this meeting can be found on the Royal Society website.
URL:https://masts.ac.uk/event/scientific-meeting-marine-biodiversity-loss-fishing-and-climate-change/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20251104T091059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T091059Z
UID:10000241-1764676800-1764682200@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:ECOWind ACCELERATE Webinar: Climate Change and the Seabed
DESCRIPTION:Join researchers from the ECOWind ACCELERATE project on Tuesday 2 December 2025 (12:00–13:15 GMT) for a webinar presenting the latest UK climate change projections to the year 2100. \nSpeakers Dr Lucy Bricheno and Dr Julia Rulent (National Oceanography Centre)\, and Dr Connor McCarron (HR Wallingford) will discuss how rising sea levels and changing storm patterns could reshape our seabed\, influencing tidal ranges\, tidal flows and sediment transport regimes. \n 
URL:https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/14d05415-d47f-4718-a1aa-8ce39235b03e@0b54dec4-1e06-45b8-93f5-77031e21b5c4#new_tab
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20250920T073944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T073944Z
UID:10000216-1764667800-1764693000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Meeting of the Challenger Society of Marine Science Coastal and Shelf Seas (CaSS) Special Interest Group
DESCRIPTION:This meeting will be held at the National Oceanography Centre (Liverpool) on Tuesday 2nd December 2025\, 09:30 – 16:30. The meeting will also be hybrid for those who cannot make it in person. This will be a CaSS SIG Christmas Symposium\, with mince pies\, and will be a great opportunity to bring together CaSS scientists\, engineers\, and practitioners from across the UK. The meeting will take the form of short presentations and posters on any current and upcoming research/projects\, followed by time for discussion on potential collaborations. \n  \nThe meeting is free to attend\, please contact Charlotte Williams\, if you would like to attend in person/virtually. 
URL:https://masts.ac.uk/event/meeting-of-the-challenger-society-of-marine-science-coastal-and-shelf-seas-cass-special-interest-group/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20251027T085959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T102239Z
UID:10000236-1764059400-1764090000@masts.ac.uk
SUMMARY:Doppler Dynamics- Applied ADCP & DVL Training
DESCRIPTION:Nortek is hosting a free to attend event next month in Aberdeen. The event is called Doppler Dynamics- Applied ADCP & DVL Training it will take place on November the 25th  \nWhere– Village Hotel\, Kingswells\, Aberdeen \nTime– 8:30-5pm  \nHow– Sign up here \nThe event will be split into two halves\, with the morning session focused on DVLs and subsea navigation\, and the afternoon session looking at ADCPs and how we measure currents and waves. Both sessions will be supported by external user case stories as they apply our doppler technology to support their operations\, observations and research. \nOur objective for the day is to share the latest technological developments\, how to extract the most from Accoustic doppler sensors (ADCP and DVL) and apply best practices to their operation. We will look at instrument setup\, data processing and new features. Whether you are a new user or doppler expert we are confident you will leave with an increased level of knowledge.  \nAs always at our events there will be plenty of opportunities to network with industry peers and a lunch is provided.
URL:https://www.nortekgroup.com/events/doppler-dynamics-aberdeen-2025#new_tab
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T131058
CREATED:20251104T122105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T122148Z
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SUMMARY:Surfacing and Mitigating the “Hidden Risks” of AI Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Summary: Learn more about the novel framework to anticipate and mitigate AI risks arising from human-AI interaction developed by the Cabinet Office Behavioural Science Team. Listen to an overview of the BR-UK AI Resources Repository and learn about the progress developing a Statement on AI by BR-UK. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  \nAbstract: Current AI safety discourse disproportionately centres on highly salient technical risks such as algorithm bias and hallucinations. While these concerns merit attention\, they overlook a fundamental truth we’ve learned from other safety-critical fields like aviation and healthcare: catastrophic risks often arise from the way humans interact with technology\, rather than from the technology itself. \nThe Cabinet Office Behavioural Science Team has developed a novel framework to anticipate and mitigate AI risks arising from human-AI interaction. Rather than relying exclusively on technical safeguards and disclaimers\, this methodology expands risk mitigation beyond inherent LLM limitations (e.g.\, bias\, susceptibility to jailbreaking) to mitigate those risks that emerge from well-intentioned AI use. The framework also shows how seemingly innocuous micro-level decisions accumulate to generate systemic macro risks (e.g. labour market discrimination) that would remain invisible through conventional risk assessment lenses until harms had already occurred. \nThe framework has informed the risk-managed deployment of an internal Cabinet Office AI system and carries implications for how AI risk is managed globally. The work demonstrates that effective AI governance requires expertise beyond machine learning specialists. The contemporary AI implementation landscape\, however\, continues to frame challenges predominantly through technological and economic paradigms rather than socio-technical ones. While major AI organisations employ ethicists to “align” AI with human values\, philosophical frameworks alone will be insufficient for identifying and mitigating latent behavioural risks. This oversight risks undermining the very efficiency and impact that AI promises to deliver. \nSpeakers: Holly Marquez\, Senior Behavioural Scientist\, Cabinet Office\, Dr Moira Nicolson\, Behavioural Scientist\, Cabinet Office\, Dr Amy Rodger\, BR-UK Research Fellow\, University of Edinburgh and Dr Maggie Guanyu Yang\, BR-UK Research Fellow\, UCL. \nChair:  Professor Susan Michie\, BR-UK Co-Director
URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RlgVfWR9TX2BhaAdatH2WQ#/registration#new_tab
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SUMMARY:Biotech for Water: Unlocking Scotland’s Circular Water Future.
DESCRIPTION:This webinar\, hosted by IBioIC in collaboration with Scottish Water is the first of a series exploring how biotechnology can help Scotland become a responsible Hydro Nation – where water is valued\, emissions are reduced\, and innovation drives sustainable growth.
URL:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/biotech-for-water-unlocking-scotlands-circular-water-future-tickets-1802518253619?aff=oddtdtcreator#new_tab
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