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ADVANCING SCIENCE TO SAFEGUARD MARINE MAMMALS AND THE OCEANS WE SHARE.
The Society for Marine Mammalogy empowers a global community of scientists to expand knowledge, inform stewardship, and drive real-world conservation outcomes for whales, dolphins, seals, and all marine mammal species — strengthening education, policy, and ecosystem health worldwide.
ONE OCEAN, ONE FUTURE:
Advancing Marine Mammal Science for Ecosystem Health
We are pleased to invite you to the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals, taking place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 19–23 October 2026. This landmark event—the first SMM biennial conference in Latin America—will celebrate the region’s vital contributions to marine mammal science and conservation. Under the theme “One Ocean, One Future,” the conference highlights our shared responsibility to advance science through global collaboration, innovation, and evidence-based action in the face of growing human pressures.
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Conference Attendees672
Poster Presentations472
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Pre-Conference WorkshopsEarly bird registration deadline has passed, but conference registration and workshop sign-up are still available! Abstract and workshop submission closed Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Start planning your participation in SMM2026. CLICK HERE!
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Years Advancing Marine Mammal Science
Your support helps drive the science and conservation efforts that protect marine mammals worldwide. By donating to SMM, you’re investing in research, supporting early-career scientists, and helping ensure informed conservation decisions for the species that need it most.
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Explore the SMM Newsroom for the latest updates, announcements, and stories from across our global marine mammal science community.
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