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SUMMARY:OCEANS 2026 Monterey
DESCRIPTION:Nestled along California’s stunning central coast, Monterey offers the perfect setting for OCEANS 2026 Monterey, taking place September 21–24, 2026 at the Monterey Conference Center. Sponsored by the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society (OES), this global gathering of ocean professionals will feature four days of collaboration, discovery, and networking focused on advancing marine technology and sustainable ocean practices.
Monterey is home to renowned institutions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), the Naval Postgraduate School, and California State University Monterey Bay, making it a natural destination for oceanographers, engineers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs. The region’s proximity to Silicon Valley and its thriving “Blue Economy” ecosystem further position it as a leader in ocean innovation.
OCEANS 2026 Monterey will feature:

Over 500 professionally reviewed technical papers
Plenary sessions with leaders from academia, industry, and government
A student poster competition and youth engagement activities
100+ exhibitors showcasing the latest marine technologies
Training sessions, workshops, field demonstrations, and networking events

Key program areas will include:

Artificial Intelligence in ocean monitoring and autonomous systems
Climate modeling and coastal resilience
Renewable marine energy
Acoustic sensing and underwater robotics
Policy and stakeholder engagement 

Whether you're launching a new technology, sharing breakthrough research, or expanding your professional network, OCEANS 2026 Monterey offers a dynamic platform to shape the future of ocean science and engineering. Learn more at monterey26.oceansconference.org.

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