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FROM THE TOS PRESIDENT. Hello TOS members! As I look forward to heading to Gran Canaria to attend the Ocean Optics Conference, I am reflecting on the important role meetings have played in my career and I encourage you to do the same. What have science conferences meant to you? > READ MORE

CALL FOR TOS REPS FOR OSM26. Planning has started for Ocean Science Meeting 2026 to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, February 22–27, 2026. Submit your self-nomination to be the OSM26 TOS Vice-Chair, Early Career Representative, or Student Representative. > LEARN MORE

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Over 360 colleagues from the ocean optics community will gather for the Ocean Optics XXVI Conference this October. The schedule-at-a-glance is available here, and the detailed program and abstracts will be posted on the website within the next several weeks. The conference welcomes onsite registrations for those who want to learn about the latest developments in the field and network with colleagues from the international community.

Building on the momentum of hosting over 5,500 attendees in New Orleans last month, we’re excited to announce that Glasgow, Scotland, UK, will be the host city for OSM26! The event will be held in February 2026 at the Scottish Event Campus (SEC), located on the bank of the River Clyde.

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