Pacific Conservation Biology is seeking Associate Editors!
Applications from Pacific Island researchers are greatly encouraged π«π― π΅π¬ π³πΏ π΅πΌ π³π¨ πΌπΈ
@pacificconsbio.bsky.social publishes conservation research focussed on our region, and is affiliated with SCBO.
Apply here - connectsci.au/pc/pages/edi...
Caring for Conservationists Workshop, happening tomorrow at QUT!
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SCB is seeking nominations for SCB Global Network Board DEIJ Officer and Treasurer.
Nominations due by 3 March, 2026
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The Award will be presented at the NZES / SCBO 2026 Conference, in TΔmaki Makaurau Auckland, New Zealand, 30 Nov - 4 Dec.
To apply, visit apply.conbio.org
SCBO is thrilled to announce the call for nominations for our 2026 Distinguished Service Award, which honours individuals, groups, or institutions for their distinguished service in any field associated with conservation biology, and whose work has furthered the mission of SCB.
Are you ready to take your science communication or media engagement to the next level? If so, this workshop looks great!
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I am more than happy to chat with anyonoe/present anywhere about what we did to reduce #languagebarriers at #ICCB2025, so if interested please let me know.
Are you ready to embark on your journey into the world of R and statistical analysis? Transform your research questions into robust statistical insights with the Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science (CBCS) 2026 Summer R Workshops @ UQ!
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The slides from our AGM are now on our website. Fine them (along with other important documents) under www.scboceania.org / Who We Are / Governance
Huge thanks to everyone who attended our AGM! Successful quorum achieved and motions passed, wonderful presentations from our Board and Chapter representatives, and a fantastic talk from @tatsuya-amano.bsky.social on language accessibility at #ICCB2025 !
Members - check your emails for Zoom deets and log in ππΌ
@society4conbio.bsky.social
Stay on the line after our AGM for a talk from @tatsuya-amano.bsky.social, Associate Professor at UQ and the chair of ICCB 2025's Language Accessibility Subcommittee. We were blown away by the live translation in all rooms at #ICCB2025 and can't wait to hear how it all came about!
Hawaiβi : Mon 1st December 18:00 - 19:00
Perth: Tues 2nd December 12:00 - 13:00
Brisbane, Papua New Guinea: Tues 2nd December 14:00 - 15:00
New Zealand, Fiji: Tues 2nd December 17:00 - 18:00
Our 2025 AGM will be held via Zoom on December 1st / 2nd (check your timezone!)
Members are invited to submit agenda items / resolutions for consideration by 25 November 2025 to admin@scboceania.org.
Keep an eye on your emails for Zoom details!
And don't forget to fill out the post-conference survey! you have until Sept 17th. www.surveymonkey.com/r/CYTD35G
You can read a full conference wrap up here - conbio.org/publications...
Have you seen the video highlights from #ICCB2025? Check out the @society4conbio.bsky.social Vimeo account for a wrap up and more, including the Science Comedy Night! vimeo.com/society4conbio
Blue background, picture of a wombat and text that says Apply now! 2025 SCB Graduate Student Research Awards. Deadline 15 September, 2025. SCB logo.
SCBβs 2025 Graduate Student Research Awards are open!
Ten $1,000 grants for grad students advancing #biodiversity conservation. You can use the funds for travel, field gear, or materials. Apply now + read guidelines: conbio.org/mini-sites/s...
#grants #conservation #studentawards
We're proud to celebrate excellence in #conservation science! Each year, @conbiology.bsky.social honors outstanding contributions with our Rising Star Award, most cited papers + highest Altmetric scores.
Congratulations and thank you to all our authors for your vital work!
"We are aiming to expand the diversity of the editorial board in terms of geography, experience, and expertise. We welcome applications from researchers across all career stages, including early- and mid-career researchers, and encourage interest from individuals who may bring new perspectives or under-represented expertise to the journal."
Expressions of Interest: Associate Editors of @csiropublishing.bsky.social⬠Marine and Freshwater Research
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If you are doing data analysis, you are probably using language models (e.g., ChatGPT) to help you write code, but are you using them in the most effective way?
Join the CBCS AI in Research Workshop to learn more about how you can and should use AI tools in your own research.
Link belowπ
Are you hoping to attend the #IUCN World Conservation Congress?
We're coordinating check-ins and meet-ups in Abu Dhabi for delegates from Australia, NZ and the Pacific.
Join the Australian delegation: shorturl.at/lz7WC
Join our webinar to learn how to participate at Congress: shorturl.at/XWuJQ
ICCB delegates line up for the closing reception at Queensland Museum
Thank you to everyone who took part in the conversations, and shared your work. We hope you returned home with new insights, connections, and questions that will shape the future of the global conservation community!
@iccb2025.bsky.social @society4conbio.bsky.social
Ricky Archer plenary
Conservation is not a new thing in Melanesia symposium
Following a weekend of workshops, we kicked off with a most wonderful welcome to country and smoking ceremony performed by Songwoman Baringa and Aunty Kathryn Fisher.
We were privileged to have 116 Indigenous participants sharing their knowledge, perspectives and leadership during the congress.
Hugh Possingham opening the conference
Binbin Li presenting her plenary
Discussions during an ICCB symposium
Weβre still buzzing from #ICCB2025!
We welcomed 1,919 attendees from 94 countries to Meeanjin Brisbane - with 55% joining us from overseas.
Conference participants spoke more than 60 languages, and many made use of the AMAZING Wordly, which provided live translation in all our presentation rooms.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in Brisbane/Meanjin for #ICCB2025! Your energy, ideas & dedication to #conservation made this congress unforgettable.
Weβre already looking ahead and hope to see you in #Mexico for #ICCB2027 co-hosted by @scbnorthamerica.bsky.social + the SCB LACA Region!
Weβre excited to welcome the new President of the Society for Conservation Biology: Mwezi Mugera! We acknowledge and thank outgoing President Vanessa Adams for her long service. #ICCB2025
If you canβt wait for the next ICCB - We are thrilled to announce that the next SCB Oceania conference will be held in Nov 2026 together with @newzealandecology.bsky.social in TΔmaki Makaurau Auckland, Aotearoa NZ!
#NZES_SCBO2026 #ICCB2025
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