Embark on an exhilarating journey with the Deep-C project, funded by the European Union's prestigious ERC Starting Grant. Tackle climate change head-on by decoding the mysteries of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) dissolution in deep-sea sediments—covering half the seafloor and serving as a vital CO2 sink. Using state-of-the-art high-pressure reactors, you'll simulate abyssal (3-6 km) and hadal (>6 km) conditions to explore pressure effects on solubility, dissolution kinetics, and microbial influences. Your work will refine global carbon cycle models, enhance CO₂ sequestration understanding, and position you at the forefront of ocean science innovation!

After four and a half years of collaboration, innovation, and groundbreaking marine research, the BRIDGE-BS project has reached a critical phase in advancing the implementation of the Black Sea Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda, paving the way for joint actions and future cooperation in the region. The BRIDGE-BS Final Conference will take place on 25 November 2025 in Brussels, bringing together regional and international stakeholders to reflect on the project’s achievements and shape the future of sustainable development in the Black Sea.

The Eco-Innovation Challenge: Blueing the Black Sea invites innovators, entrepreneurs and solution-makers to contribute groundbreaking ideas to protect and restore the Black Sea’s environment. This challenge aims to foster sustainable solutions for water quality, biodiversity and ecosystem restoration. The initiative is looking to support projects that address: - Agriculture & Livestock Runoff: Eutrophication caused by agricultural runoff of pesticides and fertilizers or livestock waste. - Municipal Wastewater: Eutrophication caused by under treated or untreated municipal wastewater. - Chemical and Industrial Pollution: Contamination from industrial activities, including non-hazardous war-related pollution. - Marine Litter: Plastic and other solid waste, including non-hazardous war-related pollution. Join this unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the Black Sea’s future!

The Black Sea Common Maritime Agenda Stakeholder will be held in person on 28 October in Constanța, Romania, providing a forum to gather the blueeconomy community of the Black Sea sea-basin to share best practices within and outside the region, network, and identify funding opportunities supporting the development of a sustainable, resilient, and competitive blue economy in the BlackSea.

The 3rd Webinar will launch the Black Sea Digital Twin Ocean Demonstrator developed within BRIDGE-BS. The Black Sea demonstrator includes an ensemble of integrated simulations and resilience assessment that will define the ecosystem state and the risks on the services they provide, and machine learning and cumulative assessment tools form the decision support tools. With these demonstrators, different socio-economic and blue economy scenarios supported by the analyses of sectors, as well as input from stakeholders through living labs across the basin, are tested. Thus, the digital twins will define the safe operating space where the ecosystem services provided by these seas are well understood and support resilient coastal societies. In this webinar Black Sea DTO demonstrator and its components, such as integrated simulations, resilience assessments, machine learning, and cumulative assessments, adaptive management tools to define the ecosystem’s state and associated risks will be featured.

Strengthen your data skills to shape a sustainable ocean future: Join the dedicated training for Early-Career Ocean Professionals (ECOPs) to explore how to apply the principles of FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable), CARE (Collective Benefit, Authority to Control, Responsibility, Ethics), and TRUST (Transparency, Responsibility, User Focus, Sustainability, Technology) in marine data management. This training is designed to equip ECOPs with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to contribute to equitable and transparent marine data systems. Participants will follow the full marine information value cycle - from ocean observation and modelling to data services and user needs and learn how to embed good practices in every step of the process. They will also discuss on the importance of sharing research and knowledge through Ocean Literacy and Citizen Science initiatives. This four-part training will take place online over four consecutive afternoons. Each session blends expert insights, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises.

The Youth4Ocean Forum invites young students, educators, artists, advocates, entrepreneurs, innovators, and researchers who are developing and implementing initiatives supporting the sustainable blue economy to become the next EU Young Ocean Advocates, joining a community of over 500 young ocean changemakers from all over Europe. Approved participants and projects will: Receive accreditation as an EU Young Ocean Advocate from the European Commission, Access tailored mentoring services, visibility and networking opportunities with senior experts to help develop, upscale, or replicate your project, Get the chance to collaborate and exchange ideas with a community of more than 500 young ocean leaders and ECOPs from all around Europe, Participate in networking activities and access opportunities to develop collaborative projects that advance Ocean Literacy within the framework of the EU4Ocean Coalition.

From 19–21 November 2025 in Sozopol, Bulgaria, the Bulgarian BCT Hub is offering a 100% free Surface Supplied Diver Training, an intensive, full-time programme designed to prepare professional SCUBA divers for inshore and inland commercial diving projects such as construction, inspection, and shipping operations. The training is delivered in line with International Diving Schools Association (IDSA) standards and builds on extensive practical experience in the field. Application deadline: 30th September 2025

The Blue-Cloud Hackathon 2025 invites students, early-career professionals, innovators, and ocean enthusiasts to join a dynamic challenge that bridges marine science, technology, and data innovation. Taking place online, the hackathon offers participants the chance to collaborate with international teams, access cutting-edge marine and environmental datasets, and co-create digital solutions addressing key ocean sustainability challenges. The top three winning teams will receive up to €25,000 in financial support, mentoring from the Blue-Cloud project, travel expenses to present their ideas at the Blue-Cloud Final Conference, and exclusive access to the EDITO platform to further develop and promote their solutions.

The Marine Institute is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join its Marine Chemistry Section. The role involves analysing samples of seafood and the marine environment to check for contaminants and support monitoring and research programmes that help ensure clean seas and safe seafood. The successful candidate will contribute to both laboratory and occasional fieldwork, including sampling in coastal areas or on research vessels. This position offers young researchers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental science while working in a dynamic organisation dedicated to marine protection and sustainable development.