Associations and Societies
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Society for Underwater Technology
a multi-disciplinary learned Society which brings together individuals and organisations from more than 30 countries who have a common interest in underwater technology, ocean science and offshore engineering.
American Society of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO)
The purposes of ASLO are to promote the interests of limnology, oceanography and related sciences, to foster the exchange of information across the range of aquatic science, and to further investigations dealing with these subjects. ASLO is best known for its journal, Limnology and Oceanography (L&O), its interdisciplinary meetings, and its special symposia.
The Oceanography Society
founded in 1988 to disseminate knowledge of oceanography and its application through research and education, to promote communication among oceanographers, and to provide a constituency for consensus-building across all the disciplines of the field.
Florida Oceanographic Society
promotes the knowledge and understanding of Florida's Marine resources through education, public awareness and the support of scientific research.
Cetacean Society International
CSI is an all-volunteer, non-profit conservation, education, and research organization based in the USA, with volunteer representatives in 26 countries around the world. Dedicated to the preservation and protection of cetaceans and the marine environment on a global basis.
European Cetacean Society
http://web.inter.nl.net/users/J.W.Broekema/ecs/
A 500 member (1998 count) organization. It is aimed at the exchange of information between dolphin and whale researchers inside and outside Europe. The ECS is therefore a scientific organization, but many members are just interested in whales and dolphins without being professional biologists.
Ocean Conservation Society
http://www.oceanconservation.org/
a non-profit corporation, which serves as the parent organization for several marine research projects such as The Los Angeles Dolphin Project and the Yucatan Sea Turtle & Dolphin Project. As the parent organization, OCS organises, administrates and funds serious research projects by seeking grants, contributions, and corporate sponsorships.
Society for Marine Mammalogy
http://pegasus.cc.ucf.edu/~smm/
evaluates and promotes the educational, scientific and managerial advancement of marine mammal science. Any person is qualified for full membership who is a professional in natural science or the management, husbandry, conservation or training of marine mammals.
Oceanic Society
http://www.oceanic-society.org/
A nonprofit, membership organization founded in 1972 to protect marine mammals and the marine environment through conservation-based research and environmental education. The Society coordinates and funds research projects, the results of which make a compelling case for ecosystem conservation.
Association of Marine Scientists (AMS)
http://pages.intnet.mu/ams/index.htm
A non-governmental organization which aims at providing a common platform for marine scientists in Mauritius to interact with each other.
Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island
Information about CRESLI's research, education, and outreach programs to promote stewardship and conservation of coastal ecosystems, and especially their marine mammals and sea turtles.
MERI
Committed to the health and well being of marine mammals and their coastal habitats around the world.
Florida Marine Science Educator's Association (FMSEA)
For teachers, students and others interested in the marine environment. The DRIFT is the quarterly newsletter.
The Hydrographic Society of America
serves as the focal point for activities in America. Membership is open to any individual or organization with an interest in surveying afloat. No formal qualifications are required.
Marinalg, worldwide association, seawed-derived hydrocolloids
Worldwide association to promote image and use of seewed derived hydrocolloids in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries
International Marine Mammal Association
Dedicated to the conservation of marine mammals and their habitats worldwide, through research and education.
The Hydrographic Society
http://www.hydrographicsociety.org/
membership is open to all with an interest in surveying at sea. Aims include the promotion of the science of surveying over water and related disciplines as well as the fostering of recognised standards of education and training for those engaged, or intending to engage in hydrographic work.
Andean Explorers Foundation & Ocean Sailing Club (AEFOSC)
Dedicated to the advancement of historical field and oceanic research through exploration in little-known areas around the world
New Zealand Region of the Hydrographic Society
http://www.hydrographicsociety.org.nz/
is a sub-branch of the Australasian Branch of the Hydrographic Society with members representing the fields of hydrography, oceanography, geophysics, civil engineering and associated disciplines at all levels of expertise.
ANalyse Educatie en Marien Oecologisch ONderzoek (ANEMOON)
A society for people interested in marine biology near the coast of the Netherlands. The fact that ANEMOON is strictly for amateurs does not prevent a very professional approach. There are many people that help in the gathering and processing of data on the organisms that are found. ANEMOON already has an impressive database and a long list of publications to their credit.
PACON International
PACON International is an international, non-profit, professional marine science and technology society dedicated to the sharing of scientific and technical information among those interested in the future of the world's oceans with a Pacific focus. Facilitates the biennial Pacific Congress on Marine Science and Technology.
Marine and Oceanographic Technology Network
MOTN is a regional association comprised of various members of the marine and oceanographic community located throughout the New England area.
Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
A new, all embracing professional body established to meet the needs of professionals - engineers, scientists and technologists - operating in the marine environment.
EARSeL Special Interest Group Remote Sensing of the Coastal Zone
http://las.physik.uni-oldenburg.de/projekte/earsel/
Discussion group on remote sensing of coastal zones, including ground truth data sampling and modelling, focusing on substances and pollutants, processes and coastal zone management.
Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society
is an International Charity for the protection of Whales, Dolphins and Porpoises (cetaceans). Based in Bath, England, UK.