Newsletter #40

28 November 2025

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CIIMAR signs the COP30 Ocean Declaration

CIIMAR signs the COP30 Ocean Declaration

The declaration brings together more than 60 leading organisations in a consensus on integrating the ocean into the international climate landscape.

FROM IDEAS TO BUSINESS

Launchpad


Type of Program

Acceleration Program

Who can Apply

Entrepreneurs, teams or startups at Pre-Seed or Seed stage seeking specialised guidance to advance their venture.

Deadline

• Ignition: until 21st November 2025
• Acceleration: until 28th December 2025
• Investment: until 22nd March 2026

Details

The Launchpad acceleration programme turns ambition into execution, offering a structured pathway for founders and early-stage ventures looking to develop, test and scale their ideas. Designed for projects at different maturity levels, the programme provides tailored support through its 01. Ignition, 02. Acceleration, and 03. Investment tracks.

Launchpad offers up to six months of workshops, expert mentoring, networking opportunities and connections with investors — with no equity requirements to participate.

CATCH UP WITH CMIAS

EXHIBITION

HELP, I’M A FISH: living the adventure of exploring the Ocean! | CMIA Matosinhos

Monday to Friday
9:30|12:30 and 14:00|17:30

CONGRATULATIONS: YOU NAILED IT!

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Bianca Reis: Congratulations to our new PhD!

Kelpabilities: From kelp ecosystem functions and vulnerabilities to its restoration

WHAT'S NEW OUT THERE?

TALK

Comm Ocean Talks 11 Dec

CONFERENCE

5th Journal of Youth Studies International Conference

SMOOTH SAILING: SAFETY FIRST!

SAFE LAB

Never Work Alone in the Laboratory Accidents can happen at any time

Working alone means no immediate help in case of emergency. Whenever possible, coordinate your schedule to ensure someone else is present.

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Working at the Frontier of Ocean

Knowledge and Innovation