The Australian coral reef research community invites you to Cairns, Australia in July 2012 to participate in the 12th International Coral Reef Symposium (ICRS 2012).

Australia has a vibrant scientific community, active across all coral reef disciplines, which plays a prominent and highly collaborative role in international coral reef sciences. The ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies and James Cook University are delighted to have been invited by the International Society for Reef Studies to host the world’s most important coral reef conference.

We are planning a conference that will provide you with the opportunity to showcase your recent research findings, to advance our knowledge on coral reef science, management and conservation, and to exchange ideas with colleagues.

The scientific program features renowned international experts, with close to 2,000 scientific talks and posters addressing major themes. Scientific field trips provide you with the opportunity to experience spectacular coral reefs on the Great Barrier Reef. Lastly, the Symposium’s social activities will showcase Australian culture and food, as you experience Aussie hospitality and friendship.

Australia’s coral reef community is eager to welcome our colleagues from around the world to ICRS 2012 for an intellectually stimulating and socially memorable occasion.

Terry Hughes
ICRS 2012 Convenor