17-18 October 2026 — Pre-Conference Workshops
19-23 October 2026 — Conference
Centro de Convenciones Pedro Roselló González
San Juan, Puerto Rico
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
We are delighted to officially invite you to the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals, which will be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 19-23 October 2026. This will be a landmark event—the first SMM biennial conference in Latin America—celebrating the region’s key role in advancing marine mammal science and conservation.
The conference will take place at the Centro de Convenciones Pedro Rosselló González, centrally located in Isla Grande, San Juan, with pre-conference workshops on 17–18 October.
ONE OCEAN, ONE FUTURE:
Advancing Marine Mammal Science for Ecosystem Health
Our theme, “One Ocean, One Future,” underscores our shared responsibility to advance marine mammal science amid growing human pressures. It calls for stronger global partnerships, innovative research, and timely, evidence-based action to ensure healthy oceans for all.
Get ready! Conference registration, abstract submission, and call for workshops will all open December 3, 2025.
"Our biennial conference will bring together a global community to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and drive progress in research and conservation. In 2026, the 26th Biennial Conference will make history as the Society’s first meeting in Latin America, hosted in San Juan, Puerto Rico."
— Jeremy Kiszka,
President, Society for Marine Mammalogy
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
We are delighted to officially invite you to the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals, which will be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 19-23 October 2026. This will be a landmark event—the first SMM biennial conference in Latin America—celebrating the region’s key role in advancing marine mammal science and conservation.
The conference will take place at the Centro de Convenciones Pedro Rosselló González, centrally located in Isla Grande, San Juan, with pre-conference workshops on 17–18 October.
ONE OCEAN, ONE FUTURE:
Advancing Marine Mammal Science for Ecosystem Health
Our theme, “One Ocean, One Future,” underscores our shared responsibility to advance marine mammal science amid growing human pressures. It calls for stronger global partnerships, innovative research, and timely, evidence-based action to ensure healthy oceans for all.
Get ready! Conference registration, abstract submission, and call for workshops will all open December 3, 2025.
"Our biennial conference will bring together a global community to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and drive progress in research and conservation. In 2026, the 26th Biennial Conference will make history as the Society’s first meeting in Latin America, hosted in San Juan, Puerto Rico."
— Jeremy Kiszka,
President, Society for Marine Mammalogy
Antonio Mignucci-Giannoni
Conference Co-Chair
Anmari Alvarez-Aleman
Conference Co-Chair
Nataly Castelblanco-Martinez
Scientific Program Co-Chair
Daniel Gonzalez-Socoloske
Scientific Program Co-Chair
Antonio Mignucci-Giannoni
Conference Co-Chair
Anmari Alvarez-Aleman
Conference Co-Chair
Nataly Castelblanco-Martinez
Scientific Program Co-Chair
Daniel Gonzalez-Socoloske
Scientific Program Co-Chair
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Join us in October 2026 for the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals!
Set on the beautiful and historic Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, this marks the first time our Biennial Conference will be hosted in Latin America—a proud milestone celebrating the region’s vital role in marine mammal science and conservation. This conference will highlight the remarkable efforts across Latin America to study and protect marine mammals.
Join us in October 2026 for the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals!
Set on the beautiful and historic Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, this marks the first time our Biennial Conference will be hosted in Latin America—a proud milestone celebrating the region’s vital role in marine mammal science and conservation. This conference will highlight the remarkable efforts across Latin America to study and protect marine mammals.
The Dr. Pedro Rosselló González Puerto Rico Convention Center (or Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico in Spanish), is a located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. With a total space of 600,000-square-foot (55,742 m2), it is the largest convention center in the Caribbean and one of the most technologically advanced in the Americas.
Founded in 1521, San Juan is the oldest European-established city in the Americas, blending rich history with vibrant Caribbean culture. As Puerto Rico’s capital, it offers colonial charm, tropical beaches, lush rainforests, lively Latin rhythms, and a world-class culinary scene. Offshore, its warm, clear waters host dolphins, humpback and sperm whales, and the endangered Antillean manatee, making it a hotspot for marine mammal enthusiasts. This unique mix of cultural heritage and marine biodiversity underscores San Juan’s appeal as both a premier destination and a reminder of the importance of conserving these ecosystems for future generations.
World’s Premier Marine Mammal Science Conference
The first time in the Society’s history the event that will take place in Latin America.
SMM2026 SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITION PROSPECTUS
We are actively fundraising to ensure the 26th meeting is an outstanding international success.
Our prospectus presents sponsorship and exhibition opportunities designed to maximize your organization’s visibility and engagement with our worldwide community of scientists, NGOs, government, and industry leaders. Sponsorship places your brand at the forefront of the world’s largest gathering dedicated to marine mammal science and conservation, positioning your organization as a trusted leader in advancing ocean sustainability.
World’s Premier Marine Mammal Science Conference
The first time in the Society’s history the event that will take place in Latin America.
SMM2026 SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITION PROSPECTUS
We are actively fundraising to ensure the 26th meeting is an outstanding international success.
Our prospectus presents sponsorship and exhibition opportunities designed to maximize your organization’s visibility and engagement with our worldwide community of scientists, NGOs, government, and industry leaders. Sponsorship places your brand at the forefront of the world’s largest gathering dedicated to marine mammal science and conservation, positioning your organization as a trusted leader in advancing ocean sustainability.
Your support also advances social responsibility goals, including United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water.
To view the official conference prospectus, click the image:
