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2026 9th International Conference on Environment and Ocean Engineering (ICEOE 2026)https://www.iceoe.orgIn the coming decades,the world Environment and Ocean will face huge challenges. The influence factors include on-going growth of the world population, the limited availability of natural resources and climate change. Due to this reason, 2026 9th International Conference on Environment and Ocean Engineering (ICEOE 2026), as one of the premier forums for presenting developments in Environment and Ocean Engineering, aimed to bring together leading scientists, researchers around the world to discuss the priority topics for Environment and Ocean Engineering in recent years, will be held during November 25-27 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It is hosted by University of Transport Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.ICEOE 2026 is the premier event to network and learn from colleagues and other leading international scientific voices from across the world, who are actively engaged in advancing research and raising awareness of the many challenges in the diverse field of Environment and Ocean Engineering. The scientific program will again feature a mix of keynote speakers, oral presentations and poster displays, etc.Attend ICEOE 2026In order to attend the ICEOE 2026, you could choose to submit your full paper or abstract to the conference and make a presentation of your research work. It's also acceptable to register as a delegate directly to attend the conference without submission.Full PaperFull papers submitted will go through peer reviewing process by technical program committees and international reviewers. Selected and presented papers will be published as Post-Proceedings in a volume of Springer book series: Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, which will be abstracted and indexed by EI Compendex , Scopus, Inspec, SCImago, ZbMATH etc.Formatting Template (Microsoft Version | Latex Version)AbstractAbstracts submitted to ICEOE 2026 will be reviewed by technical program committee. And authors of accepted ones will be invited to make oral or poster presentation at the conference.Formatting Template (Microsoft Version)Without SubmissionIf you don't intend to make presentation of your research at the conference. It's suggested you attend the conference as delegate by complete your registration through Online Registration System directly. The objective of 2026 9th International Conference on Environment and Ocean Engineering is to provide a forum for scientists, engineers, and researchers to discuss and exchange their new ideas, novel results, work in progress and experience on all aspects of Environment and Ocean Engineering. Topics of particular interest include, but are not limited to:Coastal and Ocean EngineeringBeach erosion and sediment transportClimate change and sea level riseCoastal infrastructure developmentsHydrodynamics of off shore structuresLowland development and reclamationMarine ecology and environmentsMarine and offshore wind energyOil spill and environmental hazardsPort works (dredging, seawall design, etc.)Sea water intrusionTsunami, waves and tidesWastewater disposalEstuary coastal engineeringoffshore engineeringdeep sea engineeringport waterwayMarine energy engineeringunderwater engineeringsalvage techniqueOffshore oil development technology and equipmentoffshore fixed jacket platformthe ocean activities platformsubsea pipelineoil and gas gathering and transferringWetlandsVenueHo Chi Minh City University of TransportCampus 1: Number 2, Vo Oanh Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District, HCMC.

2026 3rd Asia Conference on Environmental Economics and Policy (ACEEP 2026)https://aceep.net 2026 3rd Asia Conference on Environmental Economics and Policy (ACEEP 2026), will be held in Tokyo, Japan during November 6-9, 2026 as a workshop of ACESD. It is sponsored by iNehc, IJESD, and technically supported by Yokohama National University, National Institute for Environmental Studies, Nagasaki University and Japan International Cooperation Agency.It aims to provide a forum for researchers, practitioners, and professinals from the industry, academia and government to discourse on research and development, professional practice in new enery and applications. The conference serves to foster communication among researchers and practitioners working in a wide variety of scientific areas with a common interest in improving new energy technology and related techniques. It also brings authors and readers together to communicate face to face and discuss chances for possible cooperation and hot topics in the field of environmental economics and policy.Conference TopicsWe invite submissions of original, unpublished technical papers on topics including but not limited to:Environmental Policies, Planning and ManagementEcosystem Services and ManagementEconomic Instruments for Water, Manufacturing and Energy SectorsMarket Failure Including Externalities, Non-excludability and Non-rivalryCost-benefit and Cost-effectiveness AnalysesModeling and SimulationInstitutional ArrangementsIndicators of Environmental QualityEnvironmental Econometrics and Methodological IssuesEnvironmental PerformanceDecision-making in Environmental ProtectionClimate Change Economics / Climate PolicySustainable DevelopmentEnvironmental EconomicsNatural Resources and Environmental IssuesAnalysis of Environmental PolicyEnvironmental Behavior and Responses to RegulationEnvironmental Problems in Developing CountriesTopics of Energy Economics Related to the Environment Paper PublicationSubmitted papers will be reviewed by the conference technical committees, and all accepted papers will be recommended to the following proceedings or journal:Option 1: As workshop of "ACESD 2026 ", all accepted papers after presentation will be published in the Special Chapter of ACESD Conference Proceedings, which submitted for Ei Compendex, Scopus, et al.Download Paper Template (Conference Proceedings)Option 2: International Journal of Environmental Science and Development (IJESD) ISSN: 2010-0264 (Print); 2972-3698 (Online); Indexing: Scopus, Google Scholar, CNKI, ProQuest, EBSCO, etc. IJESD Journal Template

HARMONIZED NATIONAL R&D AGENDA 2022-2028 (Philippines)https://www.dost.gov.ph/phocadownload/Downloads/Resources/Quick_Links/HNRDA_2022-2028.pdfThe Harmonized National Research and Development Agenda (HNRDA) 2022–2028 presents the Philippines’ national research priorities and strategic directions for science, technology, and innovation. The document outlines key thematic areas covering economic development, human well-being, environmental sustainability, and emerging technologies. It defines priority sectors, cross-cutting research areas, and implementation mechanisms to align research efforts with national development goals. The agenda serves as a guiding framework for government agencies, academia, and industry in planning and coordinating research initiatives from 2022 to 2028.Harmonized National Research and Development Agenda (HNRDA) 2022–2028Condensed Table of ContentsOverview and Strategic ContextVision, Objectives, and Guiding PrinciplesNational R&D Priority AreasEconomic and Industrial DevelopmentHuman Health and Social Well-beingAgriculture, Food Security, and Natural ResourcesEnvironment, Climate Change, and Disaster Risk ReductionEnergy, Water, and Sustainable InfrastructureEmerging Technologies and Basic ResearchCross-Cutting Research ThemesImplementation, Coordination, and GovernanceMonitoring, Evaluation, and Review Framework

DAAD–SEARCA In-Country/In-Region Scholarship 2026–2027https://www.searca.org/daad-scholarship?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYWVkS3Rvb2g1OWpHVGhJRXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Srd2GZBSTRmSITs38eNMD_JoADI-gSBrlsKWMQ_QrAzFoD7orm5Tw1WovvA_aem_Te4GscRZJXn8MqHarPLsbADeadlines: 16 February 2026 – via DAAD portalThe Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) invites applications for the DAAD–SEARCA Scholarship Programme for Master’s and PhD studies for Academic Year 2026–2027 in agriculture, natural resources, environment, and food-related fields.Up to 25 scholarships are available for candidates who plan to pursue careers in teaching and/or research at higher education institutions in Southeast Asia.Key Eligibility:Nationals of SEAMEO member countriesUniversity staff / prospective teaching or research staff / public sector personnelAge: ≤ 40 (Master’s), ≤ 45 (PhD)IELTS 6.0 or higherLast degree completed within the past 6 yearsResearch focus on SUSTAIN Southeast AsiaAdmission or proof of application to partner universitiesPartner Universities:IPB University (Indonesia), Kasetsart University (Thailand), Universitas Gadjah Mada (Indonesia), University of the Philippines Los Baños, Universiti Putra MalaysiaDAAD's partnership with SEARCA started in school year 1975–1976 through a support to the Center's graduate scholarship program leading to Masters and PhD degrees in agriculture. The first 15 beneficiaries of the DAAD support were graduate students from Cambodia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Ten scholarship recipients pursued their Master's degree, while five pursued their PhD.As of Academic Year 2025/2026 (December 2025), DAAD and SEARCA have awarded 434 Southeast Asian nationals from Cambodia (19), Indonesia (94), Lao PDR (10), Malaysia (15), Myanmar (32), Philippines (109), Thailand (82), Timor Leste (26), and Vietnam (47). Among the 434 scholarships, 210 pursued their MS, 219 pursued PhD, and 5 enrolled for Non-degree.EligibilityOpen to nationals of Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Malaysia, Philippines, Timor Leste, Thailand, and VietnamMust be (a) staff member of a public university, (b) or a candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment, (c) or from the public sectorMust not be more than 40 (Master's Degree) or 45 (PhD) years of age at the time of application.Have completed their last university degree not more than 6 years ago at the time of application.Proposed thesis research should focus on sustainable transformation of agricultural systems through innovation in Southeast Asia. Moreover, research topics must strategically contribute to any of the following outcomes:Increased farmers' incomeImproved food security and nutritionGreater climate resilience of agricultural systemsEmpowered farmers, farmer groups, and agricultural stakeholders and their institutionsScholarship BenefitsCovers tuition and other school fees; study and research allowance; printing allowance; stipend for food, lodging and incidental expenses; travel allowance (In-Region only); and insurance.Details & application: https://www.searca.org/daad-scholarshipInquiries: gsid@searca.org