FIMFS 58th Annual Convention
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About the Convention
The Davao del Norte State College, in partnership with the Philippine Association of State Universities and Colleges – Region XI (PASUC-XI), will host the 58th Annual Convention of the Federation of Institutions of Marine and Freshwater Sciences (FIMFS), Inc. This event serves as a vital platform for participants, presenters, attendees, practitioners, researchers, professionals, and students from local and national higher education institutions (HEIs), as well as international agencies and universities. The event will take place on July 23–25, 2026, in Davao del Norte State College, Panabo City, Philippines, and aims to facilitate the exchange of research outputs, mentor emerging scientists, and address pressing challenges in marine and freshwater ecosystems.
Conference Thematic Areas
Aquatic Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services for a Sustainable Future
  • Taxonomy and Systematics
  • Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment
  • Conservation Biology
  • Ecosystem Services Valuation
  • Blue Carbon Science
  • Habitat Ecology
Confronting Aquatic Challenges: Pollution, Climate Change, and Adaptation
  • Marine and Freshwater Pollution
  • Climate Change Impacts
  • Ecophysiology
  • Environmental Toxicology
  • Disaster Risk Reduction
  • Water Quality Monitoring
Innovating the Blue Frontier: Advancements in Aquaculture and Fisheries
  • Aquaculture Technology
  • Fisheries Science and Management
  • Product Development
  • Post-harvest Technology
  • Biotechnology and Genetics
  • Sustainable Feed Systems
Bridging Science and Society: Governance, Economics, and Education
  • Environmental Policy
  • Coastal Resource Management
  • Socio-economic Studies
  • Carbon Financing
  • Community Engagement
  • Environmental Education
Call for Abstract Submissions

Online submission of abstracts is open until 20 June 2026. Presenters and attendees will receive a Notice of Acceptance within five (5) working days of submission via the official FIMFS email at fimfs@dnsc.edu.ph.

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Important Dates
01 AprFirst Call for Abstract
15 MayEarly-bird fee closes
25 MayGeneral fee closes
30 MayLast Call for Abstract
20 JunDeadline of Abstract and Manuscript Submissions
30 JunDeadline of Registration
Registration Fees
  • All fees are non-refundable.
  • The conference registration fee applies to only one author/participant.
  • Registration fee details will be provided in your Notice of Acceptance, including information on the educational tour and the official bank details.
  • Accepted presenters/participants are entitled to full access to all conference sessions, the welcome reception, conference kit, certificate of participation, social and networking programs, as well as complimentary lunches and coffee breaks.

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For inquiries, email us at: fimfs@dnsc.edu.ph