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The purpose of the Conference is to discuss results and prospects for study, conservation and use of marine mammals of the northern Hemisphere. Although all topics concerning cetaceans, pinnipeds, sea otters, and polar bears are welcome, the following topics will be emphasized:
•Population structure of marine mammals •Assessment and monitoring of population (stock) abundance of marine mammals •Ecology (feeding, distribution, habitats, migrations, etc.) of marine mammals •Behavior and acoustics in marine mammals •Physiology, health, toxicology, and impacts of pollution on marine mammals •Research methods •Protection and management of marine mammal populations (legislative, protection measures, etc.) •Rehabilitation and captivity of marine mammals.
During the Conference the following special events are planned to be organized:
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