Announcement From: Institut Marin Borneo
Dear Prof. / Datuk / Datin / Assoc. Prof. / Dr. / Sir / Madam and distinguished members of UMS,
INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 21ST INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MARINE SCIENCE AND AQUACULTURE (ICOMSA) 2026 (VIRTUAL)
On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we would like to express our sincere gratitude for your past support and participation in the International Conference on Marine Science and Aquaculture (ICOMSA). Thanks to the dedication of researchers and practitioners like you, ICOMSA has served as a premier platform for over two decades to share innovative research and sustainable solutions in marine science and aquaculture.
We are thrilled to invite you back for the 21st edition of ICOMSA, which will take place from 27–28 October 2026. Continuing a legacy initiated in 2003 by the Institut Marin Borneo (IMB), Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), alongside long-standing international collaborators like Kindai University, this year’s conference promises to bring together global insights under the theme "Ocean Resilience for Planetary Health".
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Diverse Presentation Themes: Sessions will cover critical tracks including Aquaculture Diseases and Health Management, Marine Pollution, Climate Change Adaptation, Blue Carbon, IoT in Aquaculture, and the Blue Economy.
- Publication Opportunity: Selected papers will be invited for publication in the Special Issue, "Sustainable Aquaculture of Reef Species" in the journal Aquaculture, Fish and Fisheries (Scopus & WoS Indexed, Q2), subject to peer review.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 August 2026
- Payment Deadline: 15 September 2026
- Conference Dates: 27–28 October 2026
REGISTRATION FEES
As a returning community member, you can secure your virtual seat according to the following registration tiers:
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Category
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International Rates
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Local (Malaysian) Rates
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Participant
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RM 400
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RM 300
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Student
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RM 300
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RM 200
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Observer
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RM 300
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RM 200
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HOW TO REGISTER
You can view further details, submit your abstract, and access the official registration portal online at https://icomsaums.wixsite.com/icomsa2026. For any direct inquiries, please feel free to reach out to the secretariat team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
We look forward to your continued participation and to welcoming you virtually to ICOMSA 2026 as we collectively work toward ocean resilience.
