Challenger Society for Marine Science

Named after the ship H.M.S. Challenger, which was used in one of the most important marine studies ever conducted, the Challenger Society for Marine Science is a learned society for marine scientists in the UK. We are a Limited Company and Registered Charity run by an elected Council, assisted by a part-time Executive Secretary, who is the principal point of contact with the Society. We have the following objectives: - advance the study and application of marine science through research and education - encourage two way collaboration between the marine science research base and industry/commerce - contribute to public debate and government policy on the development of marine science -hold, at regular intervals, scientific meetings for the discussion of all aspects of marine science to set up specialist groups as required in different disciplines - provide a forum for deeper technical discussions - disseminate knowledge of marine science to the public with a view to encouraging a wider interest in the study of the seas and an awareness of the need for their proper management - publish, among other things, news of the activities of the Society and of the world of marine science; material intended to present new activities and developments in a way to bring them to public attention; such other papers as may from time to time be deemed appropriate - provide or arrange, in suitable cases, financial assistance to students in marine science Anyone interested in marine science in the UK is welcome to join! Reduced subscriptions are available for students & those not in employment. Make sure to join today to access our community of resources and funding opportuntities.