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ICES and ICCAT sign new Memorandum of Understanding.

Strengthening collaboration and supporting the sustainable management of fish stocks and fisheries in the North Atlantic.

Who inspires you in ICES?

It's time to nominate a fellow scientist whose contribution to ICES deserves special recognition.

Reviewing advice and strengthening stakeholder collaboration

ICES Advice requesters, stakeholders, and observers gather in Copenhagen.

Building on success to address emerging marine challenges

ICES has published updated Science and Advisory plans, reinforcing our commitment to advancing marine science and providing ecosystem-informed advice for sustainable ocean management.

IJMS Editor’s Choice - Navigating the global redistribution of marine species: Lessons from Pink salmon

How can we manage marine species on the move in a rapidly warming Arctic? The latest Editor’s Choice in ICES Journal of Marine Science presents a global collaboration to address biodiversity shifts through innovative management strategies for pink salmon.

Baltic horizons: Share your science at ICES ASC 2025

The Call for Abstracts is open for ICES Annual Science Conference 2025. Submit your work to present at the marine science event of the year.

IJMS Editor’s Choice - Effective governance of European marine recreational fisheries is needed to maximize societal benefits

Is marine recreational fishing being overlooked in Europe? The latest Editor’s Choice in ICES Journal of Marine Science explores how improved governance could unlock its full social and economic potential.

Collaboration for cetacean conservation

ICES and ASCOBANS sign a Memorandum of Understanding marking a significant step forward in protecting small cetaceans.

In memoriam - Bengt Sjöstrand

We are deeply saddened to inform you that our colleague Bengt Sjöstrand passed away on 11 November 2024.

Editor’s Choice - Nearly six decades of recruitment trends for Lake whitefish and Cisco in the Great Lakes

How do fish recruitment dynamics shape Great Lakes fisheries? The latest Editor’s Choice article in ICES Journal of Marine Science examines species-specific trends and drivers of variability across six decades.

The growing recognition of marine recreational fisheries

ICES outlines how to include the impact of marine recreational fisheries in its fishing opportunities advice.

Editor's Choice - A new framework for measuring success in marine ecosystem-based management

How can we measure the success of ecosystem-based management? The latest Editor’s Choice in ICES Journal of Marine Science paves the way for balancing ecological, economic, and social goals through cross-sectoral performance measures.

Balancing pressures in a changing ecosystem

ICES publishes updated ecosystem overview for the Baltic Sea ecoregion.

Call for symposium co-sponsorship now open

ICES welcomes proposals for symposium co-sponsorship. Proposal deadline: 1 February 2025

Advice explainer: ICES reissues Northern Shelf cod advice for 2025

Today's advice replaces the advice issued on 30 June 2024. Here, we take a look at some of the key questions advice recipients and stakeholders may have about the reasons for the change.

Hidden Gems - Ecosystem insights: California sea lions and prey recovery in scat analysis

California sea lions are helping scientists to better understand marine ecosystems.

IJMS Mentorship for Early Career Scientists

ICES Journal of Marine Science offers a mentorship programme to support early career scientists interested in learning more about scientific publishing and journal editing.

Navigating changes

ICES delegates gather at Headquarters in Copenhagen for the 112th Council meeting.

In memoriam - Jon Grant

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of ICES WGSEDA member Jon Grant.

Shining a spotlight on the work of early career scientists

Do you know an early career scientist whose work should take centre stage? Nominations are now open to select an early career scientist keynote speaker for the 2025 ICES Annual Science Conference. Updated deadline for nominations: 10 November 2024*

From echosounders to the cloud: A new era in fisheries and plankton acoustics

Can AI and big data revolutionize how we understand our oceans? Learn how new technologies and decades of data are shaping the future of acoustics and ocean management.

In memoriam - Eero Aro

ICES is deeply saddened by the passing of our esteemed colleague and dear friend, Dr. Eero Aro.

Strengthening ecosystem-based fisheries management in the Northeast Atlantic

ICES advises NEAFC on ecosystem approaches to fisheries management.

Hidden Gems - Rockfish surveys: Combining acoustics and underwater video for precision management

How can we more accurately assess rockfish populations in rocky habitats? In the latest Hidden Gems from ICES Journal of Marine Science, discover how combining acoustic technology with underwater video can aid fisheries management in challenging habitats.

Award-winning science in Gateshead

Winners of merit awards for best poster and oral presentations announced at the Annual Science Conference (ASC) in Gateshead, UK.

Graham Pierce announced as 2024 ICES Outstanding Achievement Award winner

"A trailblazer in his field - an international authority in the world of marine mammals and cephalopods who represents the values & spirit of ICES"

Dan Smale honoured with prestigious ICES Prix d'Excellence Award

“It's truly an honour and a privilege - and also a massive shock and surprise - to receive this award."

For early career scientists, by early career scientists

ICES SIIECS is pleased to open a call for nominating early career scientists to represent ICES on the Scientific Steering Committee for the next ICES PICES Early Career Scientist Conference.

Hidden Gems - Assessing marine ecosystem resilience: A new framework for biodiversity conservation

Can we measure and enhance the resilience of marine ecosystems facing biodiversity loss?

Editor's Choice - Exploring the impact of deactivated dFADs in the Indian Ocean: New insights from French tuna fisheries

The latest Editor's Choice from ICES Journal of Marine Science provides the first insights into the fate of deactivated drifting fish aggregating devices used by the French Indian Ocean tropical tuna purse-seine fishery.

Gateshead on the horizon

From science to sightseeing: What to expect at ICES ASC 2024 in Gateshead.

ICES successfully mitigates cyber attacks, enhances security measures for future resilience

ICES experienced a cyber attack involving DARX ransomware and a DDoS attack in June–July 2024. Here are the actions taken to address the attack and strengthen resilience to future incidents.

In memoriam - Andrew Brierley

We are deeply saddened to inform about the passing of a great colleague, Andrew Brierley.

Hidden Gems - Primary production shapes coastal food webs: Stable isotope insights

Does primary production shape marine food webs in eutrophic coastal ecosystems, impacting everything from plankton to top predators? Watch the latest Hidden Gems from ICES Journal of Marine Science to learn more.

Hidden Gems - Exploring ecological energy: A new framework for understanding the marine environment

Curious about how the Seascape of Ecological Energy (SEE-scapes) is helping marine research with new insights into vertebrate behaviour and ecological dynamics? Watch the latest Hidden Gems from ICES Journal of Marine Science.

Hidden Gems - Mechanisms of Resistance: Investigating Pteropod shell protection against ocean acidification

Can planktonic pteropods with thin shells, an important bioindicator, protect themselves against ocean acidification? Watch the latest Hidden Gems from ICES Journal of Marine Science to learn more about adaptive strategies in marine ecosystems.

In memoriam - Jorge Landa

Jorge Landa Moreno, researcher at the Spanish Institute of Oceanography in Santander, passed away on 4 June at the age of 55.

Aquaculture in the Bay of Biscay and Iberian Coast ecoregion

ICES releases its latest Aquaculture Overview for an ecoregion with a diverse aquaculture landscape.

And we're back!

Access to ices.dk and our online tools and resources has been restored.

Looking forward to Oceans Past

Oceans Past X will take place from 25–28 June in the coastal locale of Cornwall, United Kingdom and is hosted at the University of Exeter's Penryn campus.

Advice explainer: Northern shrimp in Skagerrak and Kattegat and northern North Sea in the Norwegian Deep

ICES released advice on fishing opportunities for Northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis) in the Skagerrak and Norwegian Deep (ICES divisions 3.a and 4.a East) for the period 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025. Here, we take a look at some of the key points.

Hidden Gems - Climate challenges in Mediterranean fisheries: Risks and adaptive strategies

Do you want to know more about the most recent strategies for combating climate change in Mediterranean fisheries? Watch the latest Hidden Gems interview from ICES Journal of Marine Science.

MSEAS 2024 Cristiana Simao Seixas: The role of biodiversity and ecosystem services in Ocean-based prosperity

Managing for sustainable use of the Earth's marine and coastal systems. The Marine Socio-Ecological Systems Symposium takes place this week, 3–7 June in Yokohama, Japan.

MSEAS 2024 Eric Wade: Toward an inclusive and intentional approach for centering communities in small-scale fisheries management

Managing for sustainable use of the Earth's marine and coastal systems. The Marine Socio-Ecological Systems Symposium takes place this week, 3–7 June in Yokohama, Japan.

MSEAS 2024 Nathalie Niquil: Cumulative and interactive effects of human uses and climate change: a point of view based on networks

Managing for sustainable use of the Earth's marine and coastal systems. The Marine Socio-Ecological Systems Symposium takes place this week, 3–7 June in Yokohama, Japan.

MSEAS 2024 Jason Link: Operational socio-ecological modelling in a complex world

Managing for sustainable use of the Earth's marine and coastal systems. The Marine Socio-Ecological Systems Symposium takes place this week, 3–7 June in Yokohama, Japan.

The latest developments for fish stocks in the Baltic

ICES advice for fishing opportunities in the Baltic Sea in 2025 has been published.

IJMS Editor's Choice - Transatlantic genomic divergence in lumpfish

The latest Editor’s Choice examines the use of genomic data to analyse trans-Atlantic differentiation, environmental associations, and clinal adaptation in lumpfish, a species increasingly important for both commercial and ecological reasons.

North Atlantic Ocean climate in 2023

Highlights of climatic conditions in the North Atlantic for 2023 are presented by ICES Working Group on Oceanographic Hydrography.

IJMS Editor’s Choice - Widening phenology mismatch threatens American Lobster recruitment in the Gulf of Maine

The latest Editor’s Choice in ICES Journal of Marine Science examines how changes in phenology and prey availability are affecting the recruitment of American lobster in the Gulf of Maine, North America's most valuable lobster fishery.

Decadal variability in the North Atlantic

Learn about the intersection of environmental change and human interactions from the latest symposium issue in ICES Journal of Marine Science.

The case for consistency: ICES Style Guide and Word List

In the Northern Hemisphere, do dolphins swim in anticlockwise or counterclockwise circles? Will you be a theme session convener or a convenor at the ASC? Are there more than or over 6000 scientists in ICES network?

Hidden Gems - How habitat variability can influence fisheries management

Can uneven marine habitats dictate the success of fisheries management and species conservation efforts? Watch the latest Hidden Gems from ICES Journal of Marine Science.

Advice explainer: Mitigation measures to reduce bycatches of common dolphin in the Bay of Biscay

ICES released advice on mitigation measures to reduce bycatches of common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) in the Bay of Biscay (ICES Subarea 8) on 29 June 2023. Here, we take a look at some of the key points contained within.

Editor’s Choice - Atlantic cod adaptation: Genetic insights into climate resilience

The latest Editor’s Choice in ICES Journal explores climate adaptation in fish. The study looked at genetic adaptation of Atlantic cod to rising sea temperatures, providing a deeper understanding of marine species’ response to climate change.

A landmark development in ICES implementation of ecosystem-based management

ICES publishes framework for ecosystem-informed science and advice.

Hidden Gems - Beyond métiers: social factors influence fisher behaviour

Discover how integrating social factors with traditional data can transform our understanding of fisheries management, revealing the complex motivations behind fisher behaviours.

Benchmarking sandeel

From 2021–2023, a benchmark workshop was conducted to agree the assessment methodology to be used in future assessments of sandeel in the northern, central, and southern North Sea, Dogger Bank, and Skagerrak (sandeel areas 1–4).

An outstanding scientific leader for ICES

Dave Reid has been appointed as the next Chair of ICES Science Committee.

Call for session proposals for ICES Annual Science Conference 2025

Shape the science programme of our Annual Science Conference 2025. Deadline for proposals: 25 August 2024

IJMS Editor’s Choice - Balancing marine conservation and research: Scientific surveys in marine protected areas

Learn more about the need for scientific surveys within marine protected areas (MPAs), and the innovative approaches to maintain data integrity while respecting conservation goals in the latest Editor’s Choice from ICES Journal of Marine Science.

Hidden Gems - Insights on Atlantic bluefin tuna behaviour

Explore the surfacing patterns and seasonal behaviours of Atlantic bluefin tuna in the Mediterranean, crucial for refining aerial survey methodologies and conservation strategies.

Nominations open for ICES Awards 2024

It's time to nominate your fellow scientist whose contribution to marine science deserves special recognition.

IJMS Editor’s Choice - Refining marine ecosystem models: The crucial role of calibration

Explore the critical role of model calibration in Ecopath with Ecosim (EwE) and its implications for ecosystem-based management, as highlighted in this Editor's Choice article from ICES Journal of Marine Science.

An opportunity to explore common challenges

Advice requesters, Advisory Council representatives, and observers gather in Copenhagen.

Energy transformation: ICES publishes offshore renewable energy roadmap

ICES Roadmap for Offshore Renewable Energy outlines an accelerated approach to understanding and advising on ecosystem-based management of multiple human uses of marine space.

IJMS Themed Set - Advances and challenges in the modelling and assessment of fishery resources

The latest themed article set in ICES Journal of Marine Science delves into the persistent complexities faced in the world of fisheries management.

Practice your presentation skills with SIIECS

Stressing about presenting a poster or a paper at an upcoming conference? Here’s your chance to practice your presentation skills!

IJMS Editor's Choice - Imaging sonars transform aquatic research

Imaging sonars redefine marine research: a meta-analysis of 155 studies showcases their transformative impact, guiding the future of aquatic exploration.

New Faroes Ecosystem Overview published

ICES now has a complete overview of the Northeast Atlantic marine ecosystem.

Innovation, resilience, and leadership

Stakeholder engagement, shifting to a regional approach, and implementing an ecosystem-based management approach: ACOM Chair Mark Dickey-Collas reflects on his term as he hands over.

IJMS Themed Set - Impacts of fishing on seabirds

The most recent themed set in ICES Journal of Marine Science explores the impacts of the fishing industry on seabirds, highlighting critical challenges and proposing solutions.

SmartDots – creating a link between fish ageing and stock assessment modelling

WGSMART present at the 7th International Otolith Symposium in Chile.

Changing timelines

ICES Report on Ocean Climate changes to a three-year publication cycle.

Hidden Gems - Balancing act: small vs. large-scale fisheries

Discover how the coexistence of small-scale and large-scale fisheries impacts employment, income, and food security.

Call for symposium co-sponsorship now open

ICES welcomes proposals for symposium co-sponsorship. Proposal deadline: 1 February 2024

Nominate an early career scientist to speak at ASC 2024

The call for nominations for an early career scientist keynote speaker at ICES Annual Science Conference (ASC) 2024 is open. Deadline for nominations: 8 December 2023

In memoriam - Margaret Moody

ICES is deeply saddened to inform that our former colleague and good friend Margaret Moody passed away.

ICES signs Memorandum of Understanding with Faroe Islands and Greenland

ICES will provide scientific information and advice to the governments of the Faroe Islands and Greenland on fishing opportunities, including information on the state of marine ecosystems and the impact of human activities.

Uptake of innovative fishing gear a social process

Social scientists contribute to basis of latest advice on innovative fishing gear.

IJMS Themed Set - Building the knowledge base to support blue growth in small island developing states

Learn more about Small Island Developing States on their journey toward a sustainable blue economy and the challenges they face in the latest themed set in ICES Journal of Marine Science.

Reflecting on progress

ICES delegates gather in Copenhagen for 111th Council meeting.

New Chair of ICES Advisory Committee announced

Colm Lordan, Ireland, has been officially announced as the incoming Chair of ICES Advisory Committee at the 111th Council meeting.

Hidden Gems - Understanding entrainment and its role in fish migration

Our next Hidden Gems episode explores the entrainment hypothesis and its impact on fish migration. Discover how entrainment could help prevent fisheries collapse.

Advice explainer: Why are precautionary considerations applied to the northwestern and Viking cod substocks?

The Northern Shelf cod assessment has created new and complex advisory and management dilemmas.

Celebrating a scientific powerhouse

Ellen Kenchington is honoured with ICES Outstanding Achievement Award as the Annual Science Conference opens in Bilbao, Spain.

Hidden Gems - Sidney Holt and Ray Beverton's role in shaping fisheries spatial models

Sidney Holt and Ray Beverton's contributions to spatial modeling have markedly impacted fisheries science, providing the fundamental basis for modern demographic stock assessment.

Oceanographic highlights for the North Atlantic 2022

Salinity, temperature, and atmospheric observations by ICES Working Group on Oceanic Hydrography.

Shaping the future of scientific publishing and journal editing

ICES Journal of Marine Science continues its mentorship programme aimed at providing early-career scientists with training in scientific publishing and journal editing.

What is that? Plankton!

As ICES publishes the two hundredth ID Leaflets for Plankton, we talk to the two women who brought new life to this series.

Hidden Gems - Anchoring bias and numerical models

Did you know that anchoring bias has a major role in how numerical models are developed in marine ecology? Watch the latest Hidden Gems!

ICES fisheries advice goes interactive

adviceXplorer allows users to visualize single-stock fisheries advice.

Bycatch mitigation measures in the Bay of Biscay

Latest advice reflects greater bycatch estimates.

A year in review

ICES Annual Report 2022 now published.

In memoriam - Ted Potter

ICES is deeply saddened to inform that our colleague and good friend Ted Potter passed away on 29 May 2023.

IJMS Editor's Choice - Monitoring estuarine fish communities

Passive acoustic monitoring unveils fish abundance using sound in turbid estuaries. A non-invasive method for potential continuous monitoring, aiding adaptive fisheries management. Read more in ICES Journal of Marine Science.

Decoding the genetic tapestry of fisheries and aquaculture

ICES application of genetics expert group celebrates thirty years!

Where now for Baltic Sea stocks?

With many fish stocks declining, ICES plans to gain further insight into the dynamics of this ecoregion.

Strengthening our scientific leadership

Jo Foden appointed as new Head of Science Department at ICES Secretariat.

Looking for a new chair to lead the Ecosystem Observation Steering Group

Ocean observation is a science priority for ICES. We are accepting nominations for the position of Ecosystem Observation Steering Group Chair, taking over the role from 1 January 2024. Deadline for nominations: 9 June 2023

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