From September 22 to September 26, 2025
The call for applications is now open.
The deadline to submit your application is July 20, 2025.
Selected candidates will be notified no later than August 5, 2025.
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The Summer School on Ecosystem Regeneration and Ocean Culture will take place from September 22 to 26, 2025, on the Tremiti Islands, Italy. This five-day event aims to develop skills around the conservation, regeneration, monitoring, and scientific communication of Posidonia oceanica.
Learning objectives include:
- Implementing conservation, restoration, and monitoring actions for seagrass beds and other coastal ecosystems
- Developing effective scientific communication content and storytelling
- Engaging with local institutions and stakeholders
- Understanding the goals and actions of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science
A self-paced online module will be shared prior to the in-person activities on the Tremiti Islands. The on-site program will include presentations by various experts and speakers.
All activities will be conducted in English.
Target profiles:
15 young people from Mediterranean countries (EU and non-EU), enrolled in Master’s or PhD programs or young professionals in marine sciences, marine biology, conservation, ecology, or related fields. Candidates from other backgrounds may also be considered.
Selection criteria:
- Gender balance
- Geographic representation
- Age: up to 35 years
- Relevant education or experience
Participants will benefit from:
- Shared-room accommodation
- A complimentary social dinner
Two scholarships funded by IOC-UNESCO will cover round-trip travel expenses for selected participants.
