Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation
@cerfscience.bsky.social
Advancing the understanding and wise stewardship of estuaries and coasts worldwide
https://www.cerf.science/
CERF 2025: https://conference.cerf.science/
Estuaries and Coasts journal: https://link.springer.com/journal/12237
@estuariescoasts.bsky.social
https://www.cerf.science/
CERF 2025: https://conference.cerf.science/
Estuaries and Coasts journal: https://link.springer.com/journal/12237
@estuariescoasts.bsky.social
Deadline 28 Jan! Are you a student interested in science policy? Apply for the AIBS & SURA Public Policy Fellowship to gain first-hand experience with science policy & advocacy efforts that inform federal decision-making. Learn more at io.aibs.org/policy-f...
January 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Deadline 28 Jan! Are you a student interested in science policy? Apply for the AIBS & SURA Public Policy Fellowship to gain first-hand experience with science policy & advocacy efforts that inform federal decision-making. Learn more at io.aibs.org/policy-f...
Interested in meeting with US lawmakers to talk about the importance of #coastal and #estuarine science and management? Don't miss your chance to participate in the 2026 @aibsbiology.bsky.social Congressional Visits Day, 20-22 April in Washington, DC.
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January 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Interested in meeting with US lawmakers to talk about the importance of #coastal and #estuarine science and management? Don't miss your chance to participate in the 2026 @aibsbiology.bsky.social Congressional Visits Day, 20-22 April in Washington, DC.
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Student Opportunity: Apply for the @aibsbiology.bsky.social & SURA Public Policy Fellowship. Work closely with #AIBS & #SURA policy staff to gain first-hand experience with science policy & advocacy efforts that inform federal decision-making. Apply by 28 Jan. Learn more at io.aibs.org/policy-f...
December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Student Opportunity: Apply for the @aibsbiology.bsky.social & SURA Public Policy Fellowship. Work closely with #AIBS & #SURA policy staff to gain first-hand experience with science policy & advocacy efforts that inform federal decision-making. Apply by 28 Jan. Learn more at io.aibs.org/policy-f...
Participate in the 2026 @aibsbiology.bsky.social Congressional Visits Day, 20-22 April in DC to share your science w/lawmakers. #AIBS is also offering its Communications Boot Camp for Scientists. Are you a CERF member? You can receive a discount on registration: io.aibs.org/cvd. #scipolicy
December 16, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Participate in the 2026 @aibsbiology.bsky.social Congressional Visits Day, 20-22 April in DC to share your science w/lawmakers. #AIBS is also offering its Communications Boot Camp for Scientists. Are you a CERF member? You can receive a discount on registration: io.aibs.org/cvd. #scipolicy
Save the Date! NEERS Spring Meeting is coming to SUNY Plattsburgh April 23–25, 2026. Scan the QR code or email [email protected] to stay in the loop!
December 11, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Save the Date! NEERS Spring Meeting is coming to SUNY Plattsburgh April 23–25, 2026. Scan the QR code or email [email protected] to stay in the loop!
Today's #CERF2025 highlight is the 1,000+ talks & posters! CERF conferences are a great place to stay up to date on the latest in #coastal and #estuarine science, management, & education. The range of topics demonstrates the interdisciplinary nature of CERF conferences.
November 25, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Today's #CERF2025 highlight is the 1,000+ talks & posters! CERF conferences are a great place to stay up to date on the latest in #coastal and #estuarine science, management, & education. The range of topics demonstrates the interdisciplinary nature of CERF conferences.
Today's #CERF2025 highlight is the opening ceremony w/welcome remarks from Pres Linda Blum, conference co-chairs, and Dana Adkins, a citizen of the Chickahominy Indian Tribe, as well as the achievement awards presentation & keynote address by Carlos Duarte
📷: José R. Vázquez
📷: José R. Vázquez
November 20, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Today's #CERF2025 highlight is the opening ceremony w/welcome remarks from Pres Linda Blum, conference co-chairs, and Dana Adkins, a citizen of the Chickahominy Indian Tribe, as well as the achievement awards presentation & keynote address by Carlos Duarte
📷: José R. Vázquez
📷: José R. Vázquez
Today we highlight field trips & workshops held on the 1st day of #CERF2025. There were 2 field trips—white water rafting on the James River & a historic Jackson Ward tour—and 8 workshops such as the Japanese Art of Gyotaku. With so many options, there was something for everyone!
November 19, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Today we highlight field trips & workshops held on the 1st day of #CERF2025. There were 2 field trips—white water rafting on the James River & a historic Jackson Ward tour—and 8 workshops such as the Japanese Art of Gyotaku. With so many options, there was something for everyone!
What a week! Despite the challenges & uncertainty, we are grateful that 1500+ people were able to join us at #CERF2025 for cutting-edge presentations, reunions with old friends, connections with new colleagues, & a strong sense of community. We’ll be sharing highlights all week—stay tuned!
November 17, 2025 at 9:52 PM
What a week! Despite the challenges & uncertainty, we are grateful that 1500+ people were able to join us at #CERF2025 for cutting-edge presentations, reunions with old friends, connections with new colleagues, & a strong sense of community. We’ll be sharing highlights all week—stay tuned!
Stop by Booth 305 to connect with our Silver Sponsor and Conference Mentorship Program Sponsor, University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science—celebrating 100 years! 🎉 Visit umces100.org to learn more!
#CERF2025 #CERF2025Sponsor #UMCES
#CERF2025 #CERF2025Sponsor #UMCES
November 12, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Stop by Booth 305 to connect with our Silver Sponsor and Conference Mentorship Program Sponsor, University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science—celebrating 100 years! 🎉 Visit umces100.org to learn more!
#CERF2025 #CERF2025Sponsor #UMCES
#CERF2025 #CERF2025Sponsor #UMCES
Join us tonight from 7:00–10:00 PM at the Hippodrome Theater for an unforgettable night with your fellow CERF attendees!
This event was an additional cost during registration. No physical tickets are needed—names will be checked at the door.
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This event was an additional cost during registration. No physical tickets are needed—names will be checked at the door.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Join us tonight from 7:00–10:00 PM at the Hippodrome Theater for an unforgettable night with your fellow CERF attendees!
This event was an additional cost during registration. No physical tickets are needed—names will be checked at the door.
🔗 conference.cerf.scie...
This event was an additional cost during registration. No physical tickets are needed—names will be checked at the door.
🔗 conference.cerf.scie...
Stop by Booth 206 to meet one of our Silver Sponsors, Restore America’s Estuaries—working to protect and restore our nation’s coasts! Visit estuaries.org to learn more!
Thank you for supporting #CERF2025!
#cerf2025sponsors #estuarinescience
Thank you for supporting #CERF2025!
#cerf2025sponsors #estuarinescience
November 11, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Stop by Booth 206 to meet one of our Silver Sponsors, Restore America’s Estuaries—working to protect and restore our nation’s coasts! Visit estuaries.org to learn more!
Thank you for supporting #CERF2025!
#cerf2025sponsors #estuarinescience
Thank you for supporting #CERF2025!
#cerf2025sponsors #estuarinescience
A big thank-you to our Bronze Sponsor, William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences and Virginia Institute of Marine Science, for sponsoring the CERF 2025 lanyards and supporting this year’s conference! #CERF2025 #CERF2025Sponsors
November 11, 2025 at 1:08 PM
A big thank-you to our Bronze Sponsor, William & Mary’s Batten School of Coastal & Marine Sciences and Virginia Institute of Marine Science, for sponsoring the CERF 2025 lanyards and supporting this year’s conference! #CERF2025 #CERF2025Sponsors
Student & Early Career Night Out at Siné Irish Pub on Mon, Nov 10 at 9 PM! All are welcome to join.
Want to walk over with a group? Meet in the Marriott Lobby at 8:45 or 9:15 PM.
#CERF2025 #StudentNightOnTheTown
Want to walk over with a group? Meet in the Marriott Lobby at 8:45 or 9:15 PM.
#CERF2025 #StudentNightOnTheTown
November 10, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Student & Early Career Night Out at Siné Irish Pub on Mon, Nov 10 at 9 PM! All are welcome to join.
Want to walk over with a group? Meet in the Marriott Lobby at 8:45 or 9:15 PM.
#CERF2025 #StudentNightOnTheTown
Want to walk over with a group? Meet in the Marriott Lobby at 8:45 or 9:15 PM.
#CERF2025 #StudentNightOnTheTown
Your people are waiting (and yes, there will be snacks). 🍴
Affinity Group Night on the Town! Meet in the Marriott Lobby to walk to Siné. Free apps while they last, plus drinks and food for purchase. More info at: bit.ly/2025nightonth...
#CERF2025 #AffinityGroupNightOnTheTown
Affinity Group Night on the Town! Meet in the Marriott Lobby to walk to Siné. Free apps while they last, plus drinks and food for purchase. More info at: bit.ly/2025nightonth...
#CERF2025 #AffinityGroupNightOnTheTown
November 10, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Your people are waiting (and yes, there will be snacks). 🍴
Affinity Group Night on the Town! Meet in the Marriott Lobby to walk to Siné. Free apps while they last, plus drinks and food for purchase. More info at: bit.ly/2025nightonth...
#CERF2025 #AffinityGroupNightOnTheTown
Affinity Group Night on the Town! Meet in the Marriott Lobby to walk to Siné. Free apps while they last, plus drinks and food for purchase. More info at: bit.ly/2025nightonth...
#CERF2025 #AffinityGroupNightOnTheTown
✨ Low Sensory Room (E24-AB): A quiet space open all day to relax and unwind.
🎨 Family Friendliness Room (E25-B): Bring your little ones for games, toys, and CERF coloring fun!
#CERF2025 #FamilyFriendliness #InclusiveCulture
🎨 Family Friendliness Room (E25-B): Bring your little ones for games, toys, and CERF coloring fun!
#CERF2025 #FamilyFriendliness #InclusiveCulture
November 9, 2025 at 4:05 PM
✨ Low Sensory Room (E24-AB): A quiet space open all day to relax and unwind.
🎨 Family Friendliness Room (E25-B): Bring your little ones for games, toys, and CERF coloring fun!
#CERF2025 #FamilyFriendliness #InclusiveCulture
🎨 Family Friendliness Room (E25-B): Bring your little ones for games, toys, and CERF coloring fun!
#CERF2025 #FamilyFriendliness #InclusiveCulture
November 9, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Need help at #CERF2025? 🌟
From first-timer questions to accessibility, safety, and getting to events, our Navigators are here to support you. Connect on GroupMe (link below) or look for members with the Navigator pin!
🔗 bit.ly/navigatorgroupme
From first-timer questions to accessibility, safety, and getting to events, our Navigators are here to support you. Connect on GroupMe (link below) or look for members with the Navigator pin!
🔗 bit.ly/navigatorgroupme
November 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Need help at #CERF2025? 🌟
From first-timer questions to accessibility, safety, and getting to events, our Navigators are here to support you. Connect on GroupMe (link below) or look for members with the Navigator pin!
🔗 bit.ly/navigatorgroupme
From first-timer questions to accessibility, safety, and getting to events, our Navigators are here to support you. Connect on GroupMe (link below) or look for members with the Navigator pin!
🔗 bit.ly/navigatorgroupme
Careers don’t always go as planned. Join our panelists at Navigating Career Uncertainty with Courage and Purpose, during #CERF25 Collab Session C, for real stories and honest conversation about facing unexpected changes 📅 Nov 12 | 3–4:30 PM | 📍E11-B, Richmond Convention Center
October 31, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Careers don’t always go as planned. Join our panelists at Navigating Career Uncertainty with Courage and Purpose, during #CERF25 Collab Session C, for real stories and honest conversation about facing unexpected changes 📅 Nov 12 | 3–4:30 PM | 📍E11-B, Richmond Convention Center
Applications now being accepted for The Wetland Foundation conference & field travel grants for students of #wetlandscience. There are 4 types of grants depending on whether you are a graduate or undergraduate student. Deadline is 19 December. http://thewetlandfou... #wetlands
October 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Applications now being accepted for The Wetland Foundation conference & field travel grants for students of #wetlandscience. There are 4 types of grants depending on whether you are a graduate or undergraduate student. Deadline is 19 December. http://thewetlandfou... #wetlands
Final call! 🏨 Today’s your last chance to book within the CERF 2025 room blocks. Secure your stay before rates increase once they close! Visit conference.cerf.scie... for booking details. #CERF2025
October 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Final call! 🏨 Today’s your last chance to book within the CERF 2025 room blocks. Secure your stay before rates increase once they close! Visit conference.cerf.scie... for booking details. #CERF2025
Congratulations to Anamika Das Kona, recipient of the 2025 CERF Legacy Fund Scholarship! 🌊Her research on seagrass and estuarine health, inspired by her roots in Bangladesh, reflects her commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems.
Learn more: cerf.memberclicks.ne...
#CERF2025
Learn more: cerf.memberclicks.ne...
#CERF2025
October 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Congratulations to Anamika Das Kona, recipient of the 2025 CERF Legacy Fund Scholarship! 🌊Her research on seagrass and estuarine health, inspired by her roots in Bangladesh, reflects her commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems.
Learn more: cerf.memberclicks.ne...
#CERF2025
Learn more: cerf.memberclicks.ne...
#CERF2025
🌊 CERF has a new mission! 🌊
Our updated mission reflects our values, vision & commitment to equity, inclusion, and coastal stewardship. Thanks to the members who shaped this future! 💙
Our updated mission reflects our values, vision & commitment to equity, inclusion, and coastal stewardship. Thanks to the members who shaped this future! 💙
October 8, 2025 at 5:45 PM
🌊 CERF has a new mission! 🌊
Our updated mission reflects our values, vision & commitment to equity, inclusion, and coastal stewardship. Thanks to the members who shaped this future! 💙
Our updated mission reflects our values, vision & commitment to equity, inclusion, and coastal stewardship. Thanks to the members who shaped this future! 💙
⏰ Reminder: Help us create connections that advance coastal and estuarine science and stewardship by providing input on our new online communities! Our 5-minute survey closes soon. Your input shapes our new platform: bit.ly/CERFcommunities
October 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
⏰ Reminder: Help us create connections that advance coastal and estuarine science and stewardship by providing input on our new online communities! Our 5-minute survey closes soon. Your input shapes our new platform: bit.ly/CERFcommunities
Let's celebrate our estuaries! What's your favorite estuary? Comment and let us know! Even better, post a photo or video and tag us! #EstuariesWeek #EstuaryLove #WadeIn
September 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Let's celebrate our estuaries! What's your favorite estuary? Comment and let us know! Even better, post a photo or video and tag us! #EstuariesWeek #EstuaryLove #WadeIn