News

Set sail for Brest: share your science at ICES ASC 2025

The Call for Abstracts is open for ICES Annual Science Conference 2026. Submit your work to present at the marine science event of the year.
Published: 11 December 2025

​​​​​The m​​arine science community heads to the French Atlantic coast next September, as ICES Annual Science Conference (ASC) 2026 arrives in the vibrant port city of Brest.

The ASC ​will take place from 15–18 September 2026 at Le Quartz - National Stage. The Call for Abstracts has opened, and the conference is now accepting submissions.

ICES ASC is a cornerstone for the global marine science community, providing a platform for researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to share cutting-edge findings and innovative ideas. 

This year's conference features 18 theme sessions and 7 network sessions that explore critical topics such as climate change impacts, advancing integrated and ecosystem-based fisheries management, human pressures, impacts, and mitigation, and innovation, technology, and data for marine science.

Participants will have the opportunity to present their research and engage with the marine science community to address some of the most pressing challenges facing our oceans.

Key dates for the submission process are:

  • Submission deadline: 25 February 2026
  • ​Notification of acceptance: 15 May 2026

Researchers at all career stages are encouraged to submit abstracts. The conference emphasizes early-career scientists' participation, inclusion, and networking, ensuring a welcoming and respectful environment for all participants.​​​

For the full description of all theme and network sessions, as well as more information on how to submit your abstract, visit ICES ASC 2026 webpage.

Join us in Brest to share your science, expand your network, and discuss the latest in marine science.

Print this pagePrint it Request newsletterSend to Post to Facebook Post to Twitter Post to LinkedIn Share it
c FollowFollow Focus on ContentFocus on Content
HelpGive Feedback
SharePoint

Set sail for Brest: share your science at ICES ASC 2025

International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) · Conseil International pour l'Exploration de la Mer (CIEM)
ICES Secretariat · H. C. Andersens Boulevard 44-46, DK 1553 Copenhagen V, Denmark · Tel: +45 3338 6700 · Fax: +45 3393 4215 · [email protected]
Disclaimer Privacy policy · © ICES - All Rights Reserved
top