Dear colleagues,
The Institute for Field Research (IFR), in partnership with MareTerra, is offering a two-week field course on
Dolphin Ecology & Marine Conservation in beautiful Sardinia, Italy from June 2-June 14. This immersive, two-week summer program offers participants the opportunity to study wild bottlenose dolphins, gain field research experience, and contribute to real-world conservation efforts.
Participants will gain field and lab-based research skills, working alongside experts to collect dolphin bioacoustic data and contribute to conservation strategies for managing human-marine mammal interactions. The program includes an online pre-departure module, beachfront accommodations, and cultural excursions, with academic credit awarded through Connecticut College.
Course highlights include:- Practical experience in boat-based monitoring of cetacean behavior and habitat use in the stunning Capo Caccia MPA, a Mediterranean biodiversity hotspot
- Training in photo identification, PAM data collection, GIS and Raven Pro analysis and more
- Engage with local fishers and tourism stakeholders to advance conservation strategies
- A home base in Alghero, a lively town with Catalan heritage, fantastic food, and access to Sardinia’s best beaches and cultural sites.
A few spots are still available, and applications are welcomed until the program is filled. Please feel free to share this opportunity with students or colleagues who may be interested.