9th European Conference on Scientific Diving (ECSD9), which will take place in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island (Azores, Portugal), from 15 to 19 June 2026
It is a pleasure to announce that abstract submission is now open for the 9th European Conference on Scientific Diving (ECSD9), which will take place in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island (Azores, Portugal), from 15 to 19 June 2026.
ECSD9 will bring together researchers, scientific divers, diving officers, and underwater science professionals from across Europe and beyond to share recent advances in scientific diving methods, underwater research, marine and freshwater science, safety practices, and technological innovation. We warmly invite you to be part of this vibrant and highly specialised community.
SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT
Authors are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations via the online submission system:
https://ecsd9azores.com/abstract-submission/
Abstract submission will remain open until 15th February.
WHY ATTEND ECSD9?
- Present your research, methods, or case studies to the European scientific diving community.
- Take part in a diverse programme of oral sessions, poster sessions, and professional exchange.
- Network with scientists, technicians, diving officers, and early-career researchers from across Europe and beyond.
- Learn about innovative underwater research methods, safety management, and emerging technologies.
- Have your abstract published in the ECSD9 Book of Abstracts.
We very much hope you will be able to join us in the Azores for what promises to be an inspiring and productive meeting of the scientific diving community.
Kind regards,
ECSD9 Organising Committee
9th European Conference on Scientific Diving

