Post by NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐮𝐦 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐙 To mark 150 years of NIOZ, we are launching a special edition colloquium series featuring leading voices in marine science, open to everyone, from the NIOZ community to external guests. From next-generation research infrastructure to ocean biodiversity, ecosystem restoration, climate tipping points and microbial processes, the series brings together a diverse line-up of internationally renowned speakers shaping the future of ocean science. On 23 April 2026 we kick off the series with our first speaker: Leigh Storey. In this lecture, Storey explores whether marine research is ready to embrace the large-scale use of marine autonomous systems. Leigh Storey is Senior Responsible Owner of Future Marine Research Infrastructure (FMRI) in the United Kingdom. FMRI is a national initiative that aims to transform the UK’s marine science capabilities by developing an integrated, next-generation research infrastructure for the ocean. Leigh Storey works at the interface of science, policy, and infrastructure development, helping coordinate investments and partnerships that will enable innovative marine research, advanced observation technologies, and improved access to marine data to support sustainable ocean management and scientific discovery. 🔗For more information and to register (registration is only required for external visitors), visit: https://lnkd.in/e69nhUqm. Hosted by NIOZ National Marine Facilities