FathomVerse vs SMM2026 Conference

The ocean covers more than 70% of our planet, yet most of the life within it remains undiscovered. FathomVerse is changing that, one dive at a time. FathomVerse invites everyone to take part in real ocean exploration and discovery. Through interactive mini-games, FathomNauts identify animals in real underwater photos and contribute to a growing library of labeled images that helps scientists catalog and understand marine life. With FathomVerse, you can: - Be among the first to review real imagery collected in the ocean. - Learn to identify more than 70 groups of marine animals. - Help train AI models by labeling animals in underwater images. - Participate in quests, earn badges, and track your scientific contributions. - Save and share your favorite ocean images in a personal gallery. Whether you're a lifelong ocean lover or simply curious about what lives in the depths, FathomVerse makes it easy to contribute to meaningful scientific research.

Join us at SMM2026, the 26th Biennial Conference on the Biology of Marine Mammals, taking place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from October 19–23, 2026. This landmark event marks the first SMM biennial conference in Latin America, bringing together marine mammal scientists, conservationists, researchers, students, and professionals from around the world. The conference will celebrate the region’s important contributions to marine mammal science and conservation while providing opportunities to connect, collaborate, share research, and shape the future of marine mammalogy.