Announcement From: Institut Marin Borneo
The Institut Marin Borneo (IMB), one of the well-established institutes of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), is pleased to announce the upcoming International Conference on Marine Science and Aquaculture (ICOMSA) 2026, taking place from 27-29th October 2026 in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
Carrying the theme “Ocean Resilience for Planetary Health”, ICOMSA 2026 places the spotlight on the critical connection between healthy ocean ecosystems and sustainable aquaculture practices, both of which play an important role in supporting food security, coastal livelihoods, and economic growth. In an era of increasing climate stress and resource pressure, this conference brings marine and aquaculture sciences together to share evidence-based research, technological innovation, and practical approaches for long-term sustainability.
Researchers, academicians, professionals, industry practitioners, and students are warmly invited to present their original research, engage in meaningful discussions, and build interdisciplinary collaboration and professional networks.
Presentation and publication submissions are welcome in the following topics:
Marine Biodiversity and Conservation
Marine Pollution and Ocean Health
Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation
Aquaculture Diseases and Health Management
Aquaculture Breeding and Technology
Seafood Safety and Security
Nutrition and Feed Technology
Citizen Science, Awareness and Education
Remote Sensing and Coastal Oceanography
Blue Economy of Coastal Communities
Blue Carbon in Coastal Ecosystems
IoT in Aquaculture and Marine Science
Fisheries Product Technology
Marine-human Health Nexus
Marine Pollution and Ocean Health
Climate Change: Mitigation and Adaptation
Aquaculture Diseases and Health Management
Aquaculture Breeding and Technology
Seafood Safety and Security
Nutrition and Feed Technology
Citizen Science, Awareness and Education
Remote Sensing and Coastal Oceanography
Blue Economy of Coastal Communities
Blue Carbon in Coastal Ecosystems
IoT in Aquaculture and Marine Science
Fisheries Product Technology
Marine-human Health Nexus
REGISTRATION:
Early Bird Registration
Student: RM800
Other participant: RM1,000
Student: RM800
Other participant: RM1,000
Regular Registration
Student: RM1,000
Other participant: RM1,200
Observer: RM800
Student: RM1,000
Other participant: RM1,200
Observer: RM800
For more conference details, please visit https://icomsaums.wixsite.com/icomsa2026
For inquiries, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or +60 88 320 121.
We look forward to welcoming you to Kota Kinabalu for ICOMSA 2026, where science meets purpose and the future of our oceans takes centre stage.
