Come and join us as we explore the world of Deptford Creek algae! During the morning we will be exploring the Creek at the edge of our site to take samples of the mud surface and then studying them under high powered microscopes. We expect to find a variety of algae and other organisms which […]

Slimewatch algae investigation! Join algae enthusiast and artist Susi to explore the microscopic world of algae! In this special family event we will take a closer look at the green worlds growing in Deptford Creek. Make the most of the long summer evenings to join us for a special wade down in Deptford Creek. There […]

As Chair of the International Association of Botanical and Mycological Societies (IABMS) I am trying to help spread news about preparations for the upcoming International Botanical Congress in Madrid, Spain next year. I am sending this message to representatives of numerous botanical, mycological and phycological professional societies around the world. I am hoping that you […]

Asian Pacific Congress of Protistology (APCOP-V) is the new branding for the 5th edition of the Asian Congress of Protistology (ACOP), to be held for the first time in the Southern Hemisphere. This event is held every three years, championed by regional societies of Japan, South Korea, and China, which are affiliated with the International […]

The BPS is excited to announce that our 2025 Winter Meeting will be held at the University of Hull between the 6th and 8th of January 2025. Our main meeting will be hosted in the Canham Turner conference suite, with committee meetings in the historic Cohen building, where Sir Alister Hardy finalised the design of his plankton […]

Our EIT Food Algal Biotechnology course is back with a two day in-person course in April 2025. The goal of this professional development programme is to provide introductory training and theory in algal biology, culturing, growth and biotechnology from laboratory to small scale facilities. The course will also offer insights and examples from an industrial […]

Dear Researchers Greetings from the Society for Applied Biotechnology! (1)       We are pleased to announce the registration and abstract submission of the Society for Applied Biotechnology sponsored forthcoming “International Symposium on Bioresource Technology” to be held at The Fern Residency, Vijayapura (Bijapur), Karnataka, India during 11-13 April 2025. Symposium Brochure https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ojKa49TVWS--j0qRe-4DprA6a4UerwFH/view?usp=sharing Please submit the abstract through following link […]

Background Maerl is the collective name for several species of unattached, coralline red algae that can form extensive beds where conditions are favourable. Maerl beds support a large diversity of fauna and seaweeds and are classified as Habitats of Principal Importance (Priority Habitats) under the Natural Environment and Rural Communities (NERC) Act 2006. Maerl beds […]