7th Marine Mammal Student Symposium

On 10^th of April 2025, the 7th Marine Mammal Student Symposium co-organised by North Atlantic Marine Mammal Commission, Norwegian Centre for Law of the Sea, and Department of Arctic and Marine Biology is taking place. This year’s theme is: “Exploring the Digital Deep: Technologies Shaping Marine Mammal Research and Management”.

The Symposium will be held in person in Universitetbibliotek Room 132 and online. Information about online links will be distributed in due time.

In an era of rapid technological advancement, the tools we use to study and manage marine mammals are evolving faster than ever. From AI-powered monitoring systems to satellite tracking and genomic innovations, these technologies are transforming our understanding of marine ecosystems. But with these advancements come questions: How can we responsibly integrate these tools into research and management? And how do we ensure they benefit both marine mammals and the people who depend on healthy oceans?

This symposium represents an opportunity for students with common interests from various fields in natural, social, and legal sciences to share their ideas, knowledge, and experiences on topics related to marine mammal conservation and management. Research at all stages is welcome. You can present your finished research, as well as ongoing projects, ideas in development, research plans, and methodological challenges. Students focusing on research which is not directly on marine mammals but connected to the topic are also encouraged to present their work.

Marine Mammal Student Symposium