Call for Abstracts: Humpback Whale World Congress (HWWC2025) – "Coexisting with Whales, for our Ocean" Dear Colleagues and Friends, We are delighted to invite you to submit your abstracts for the upcoming Humpback Whale World Congress that will be held in Tadoussac, Québec (Canada) in mid-October 2025. This congress is dedicated to the scientific research on humpback whales, and also to all the human activities, including conservation, science, marine engineering, blue economy, social activities, education and arts. Different topics about humpback whales will be discussed including biology, ecology, genetics, bioacoustics, migratory routes, marine protected areas, economy, citizen science, effects of human activities at sea. This year’s theme, "Coexisting with Whales, for our Ocean," reflects our shared commitment to fostering a positive and sustainable relationship between human endeavors and whale conservation. Who Should Submit? We warmly welcome submissions from researchers, students, marine engineers, conservationists, and professionals who are passionate about marine mammal science and the broader challenges of ocean stewardship. Whether you are presenting groundbreaking research, sharing innovative strategies, or recounting success stories, your contribution will help drive forward our understanding of and commitment to sustainable coexistence with marine mammals. What We’re Looking For We are accepting abstracts for: • Oral Presentations: Detailed explorations of your latest research findings, methodologies, and insights. • Posters: Visual and concise summaries of your work that inspire discussion and collaboration. • Workshops: Interactive sessions designed to share practical tools, innovative ideas, and collaborative solutions. Submission Guidelines Please ensure that your abstract adheres to the following guidelines: • Language: All abstracts must be written in English. • Content: Your submission should clearly present your research question, methods, key findings, and the broader implications for promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and whales. • Required Details: • Full names of all authors • Affiliation(s) • Email address of the corresponding author • Main text of the abstract (up to 350 words) Deadline for abstract submissions is May 1, 2025. Detailed submission instructions and further congress information will be shared in an upcoming announcement. In the meantime, please submit your abstracts via: https://www.hwwc.mg/abstract-submission INVITED KEYNOTE SPEAKERS (alphabetic order) Dr. Ted Cheeseman, co-founder and director of Happywhale, USA Dr Phil Clapham, former leader of the Cetacean Ecology and Assessment Programme at NOAA's National Marine Mammal Laboratory in Seattle, USA Dr Erich Hoyt, Whale and Dolphin Conservation, UK Dr Robert Michaud, founder of the Group for Research and Education on Marine Mammals (GREMM), Canada Dr Joy Reidenberg, Prof at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, USA SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE (alphabetic order) Prof. Olivier Adam; Sorbonne Université, Paris, France Dr. Cristiane Albuquerque, Marine Park of Saguenay–Saint-Laurent, Canada Dr. Jaime Bolanos-Jimenez, Caribbean-Wide Orca Project, Venezuela Dr. Isabelle Charrier, Insitute of Neuroscience, France Dr. Yann Doh, Terre Mer Veille, France Dr. Violaine Dulau, Globice, La Réunion Dr. Nadege Gandilhon, NG Marine Studies Office, France Dr. Claire Garrigue, IRD, France Dr. Erich Hoyt, IUCN Marine Mammal Protected Areas Task Force, UK Dr. Chloe Huetz, Institute of Neuroscience, France Dr. Jeff K Jacobsen, VE Enterprises, McKinleyville, CA, USA Dr. Lindsey Jones, College of the Atlantic, ME, USA Prof. Jean-Luc Jung, French Museum of Natural History, France Dr. Eduardo Mercado, University at Buffalo, NY, USA Dr. Robert Michaud, Group for Research and Education on Marine Mammals, Canada Dr. Benjamin de Montgolfier, Aquasearch, Martinique Dr. Lyne Morissette, M Expertise Marine and UQAR-ISMER, Canada Dr. Christina Perazio, University at Buffalo, NY, USA Dr. Maevatiana Ratsimbazafindranahaka, Cetamada, Madagascar Prof. Joy S. Reidenberg, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City, NY, USA Dr. Jooke Robbins, Center for Coastal Studies, Provincetown, MA, USA Dr. Anjara Saloma, Cetamada, Madagascar Dr. Peter T. Stevick, Allied Whales, College of the Atlantic, ME, USA Dr. Alison K. Stimpert, Vertebrate Ecology Lab, at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories in Moss Landing, CA, USA The Scientific Committee is keen to encourage the attendance of students, as well as established researchers, engineers and professionals. Need More Information? If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at: • hwwc@cetamada.org • lyne@m-expertisemarine.com We look forward to welcoming you to a congress that promises to be both inspiring and collegial. Your expertise and enthusiasm are what make our community so vibrant and effective in advancing marine mammal science and conservation. Warm regards, The HWWC2025 Organizing Team Lyne G. Morissette, Ph.D., M.S.M. & Médiatrice accréditée (IMAQ) Écologie des écosystèmes & mammifères marins Marine mammals & ecosystem ecology 418.750.5685 Lyne@M-ExpertiseMarine.com www.m-expertisemarine.com
