International Conference on Marine Bioinvasions and Biodiversity Threats - (ICMBBT-26)
19th - 20th November, 2026 | Sofia, Bulgaria
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This conference contributes to global sustainability by aligning its research discussions and academic sessions with key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. It fosters knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative engagement.
SDG 14 — Life Below Water
SDG 15 — Life on Land
This track focuses on the mechanisms and processes driving marine bioinvasions, including species introduction pathways and their ecological implications. Researchers are invited to present studies that elucidate the dynamics of invasive species and their interactions with native ecosystems.
This session will explore the impacts of invasive species on ecosystem structure and function, as well as the resilience of marine habitats to such disruptions. Contributions that assess ecological responses and recovery strategies in affected ecosystems are particularly welcome.
This track emphasizes methodologies for monitoring invasive species and assessing their impacts on marine biodiversity. Papers that discuss innovative techniques for species detection and population dynamics are encouraged.
This session will highlight effective conservation strategies aimed at mitigating the threats posed by invasive species to marine biodiversity. Participants are invited to share successful case studies and frameworks for conservation planning.
This track will focus on the use of ecological modeling to predict the impacts of invasive species on marine ecosystems. Contributions that utilize modeling approaches to inform management decisions and policy are highly encouraged.
This session will cover innovative environmental monitoring techniques that assess the health of marine ecosystems in the context of bioinvasions. Researchers are invited to present their findings on the effectiveness of various monitoring tools and methodologies.
This track will investigate the interactions between invasive species and native organisms within disrupted marine ecosystems. Studies that reveal the complexities of these interactions and their implications for ecosystem functioning are welcome.
This session will focus on habitat assessment methodologies and restoration efforts aimed at enhancing ecological resilience in the face of invasive species. Contributions that detail successful restoration projects and their outcomes are encouraged.
This track will address biosecurity measures and policies designed to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species in marine environments. Researchers are invited to discuss the effectiveness of current practices and propose new strategies.
This session will explore frameworks for ecological risk assessment related to invasive species in marine ecosystems. Contributions that evaluate potential risks and propose management strategies are particularly encouraged.
This track aims to bridge the gap between scientific research and policy-making in the context of marine biodiversity conservation. Participants are invited to discuss collaborative approaches that enhance the effectiveness of policies addressing bioinvasions.