Joint 6th Workshop on Asian Dust and Ocean EcoSystem (ADOES) with Asian SOLAS was held on 5-9 October 2011 in Qingdao, China. This workshop was organized by Ocean University of China and SOLAS-ADOES/WESTPAC-ADOES working group with the support by Key Laboratory of Marine Environment and Ecology (Ministry of Education of the people’s Republic of China),… Continue reading Joint 6th Workshop on Asian Dust and Ocean EcoSystem (ADOES) with Asian SOLAS
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NEAR-GOOS set out action on ocean forecasting
The IOC/WESTPAC Coordinating Committee for the North-East Asian Regional- Global Ocean Observing System (NEAR-GOOS) concluded its 14th Session in Tianjin, China, 8-9 September 2011 with kind host of the National Marine Data & Information Service of China. The meeting reviewed the current operational status of NEAR-GOOS data exchange network, identified existing deficiencies and came up… Continue reading NEAR-GOOS set out action on ocean forecasting
IOC/WESTPAC-PICES Joint Workshop on Rapid Assessment Survey Methodologies for Detecting Marine Non-Indigenous Species, Phuket, Thailand, 19-21 July 2011
IOC/WESTPAC and PICES (the North Pacific Marine Science Organization) had organized a joint workshop on on Rapid Assessment Survey Methodologies for Detecting Marine Non-Indigenous Species at Phuket Marine Biological Center, Thailand during July 19-21, 2011. The objectives of the workshop were 1) provide a contextual perspective on why monitoring for non-indigenous species is important; 2)… Continue reading IOC/WESTPAC-PICES Joint Workshop on Rapid Assessment Survey Methodologies for Detecting Marine Non-Indigenous Species, Phuket, Thailand, 19-21 July 2011
Twelve new resolutions adopted at the 26th IOC Assembly, 22 June – 5 July 2011
The 26th IOC Assembly, the biennial meeting of the governing body of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO, took place in Paris from 22 June to 5 July 2011. The Assembly adopted twelve new Resolutions that provide guidance for IOC planning and the upcoming intersessional work of the Commission. In addition to the statutory programme… Continue reading Twelve new resolutions adopted at the 26th IOC Assembly, 22 June – 5 July 2011
UNESCO/IOC-ODC Training Course on Ocean Models was organized in Qingdao, China, 10-16 June 2011
The Regional Training and Research Centre on Ocean Dynamics and Climate of the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO (hereinafter referred to as “UNESCO/IOC-ODC Centre”) were launched in the First Institute of Oceanography, State Oceanic Administration of China on 9 June 2011. As per the Agreement signed by both parties, “the objectives of the Centre… Continue reading UNESCO/IOC-ODC Training Course on Ocean Models was organized in Qingdao, China, 10-16 June 2011
Second IOC/WESTPAC Training Course on “Water Quality and Impact on Coral Reefs” was organized in Sanya, China, 8–11 June 2011
The Second IOC/WESTPAC Training Course on “Water Quality and Impact on Coral Reefs” was successfully held in Sanya, Hainan, China, 8-11 June 2011. This course was chaired by Prof Hui Huang from South China Sea Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), and Prof Jing Zhang from East China Normal University. It was also… Continue reading Second IOC/WESTPAC Training Course on “Water Quality and Impact on Coral Reefs” was organized in Sanya, China, 8–11 June 2011
UNESCO sets up Training and Research Center on Ocean Dynamics and Climate (ODC) in Qingdao
The first IOC/UNESCO Regional Training and Research Center was launched on 9 June 2011 at the host institute, First Institute of Oceanography, State Oceanic Administration of China. Mr. Cigui Liu, Administrator of the State Oceanic Administration of China, Mr. Mitrasen Bhikajee, Deputy Executive Secretary of IOC/UNESCO delivered their congratulatory speeches at the launching ceremony with… Continue reading UNESCO sets up Training and Research Center on Ocean Dynamics and Climate (ODC) in Qingdao
Eighth IOC/WESTPAC International Scientific Symposium successfully concluded in Busan, Republic of Korea, 28-31 March 2011
Nowadays oceans are threatened by escalating pollution, population and coastal development on land. Global climate change is contributing to sea-level rise, warming and acidification. Marine biodiversity is falling, while occurrences of cyclones and storm surges are rising. Given the profound influence of ocean in human’s lives, it is essential that we understand and are able… Continue reading Eighth IOC/WESTPAC International Scientific Symposium successfully concluded in Busan, Republic of Korea, 28-31 March 2011
IOC/WESTPAC Best Young Marine Scientist on Oral and Poster Presentation Awarded on 30 March 2011, Busan, Republic of Korea
IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (IOC/WESTPAC) awarded prizes on 30 March 2011 at its Eighth International Scientific Symposium, Busan, Republic of Korea, to four outstanding young scientists from the region, two for the best oral presentation and two for the best poster. The IOC/WESTPAC Best Young Marine Scientist Award was first established this year… Continue reading IOC/WESTPAC Best Young Marine Scientist on Oral and Poster Presentation Awarded on 30 March 2011, Busan, Republic of Korea
Five Prestigious Individuals and One National Agency awarded IOC’s 50th Anniversary Certificate
IOC Sub-Commission for the Western Pacific (IOC/WESTPAC) presented the IOC 50th Anniversary Certificate on 28 March 2011 at its Eighth International Scientific Symposium, Busan, Republic of Korea, to the Department of Marine and Coastal Resouces (Government of Thailand) and five former WESTPAC Officers, Professor Dr. Aprilani Soegiarto (Indonesia), Professor Dr. Jilan Su (China), Professor Dr.… Continue reading Five Prestigious Individuals and One National Agency awarded IOC’s 50th Anniversary Certificate