International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability
3rd International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability
ICMS – 2025
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Colombo, Sri Lanka
22nd – 24th, July 2025
🔴 Hybrid Mode
The Open University of Sri Lanka, Colombo, Sri Lanka
-Conference Theme-
Mangroves for a Sustainable Future: Biodiversity, Climate Resilience, and Blue Economy
About Conference
The International Conference on Mangrove and Sustainability (ICMS) is a global platform dedicated to promoting the conservation and sustainable management of mangrove ecosystems. It brings together researchers, policymakers, conservationists, and industry leaders to share knowledge, discuss challenges, and explore innovative solutions. ICMS focuses on key areas such as biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, coastal protection, and community engagement. Through interdisciplinary discussions and collaborative initiatives, the conference aims to advance research, influence policy, and develop effective strategies for the long-term sustainability of mangrove ecosystems worldwide.
Important Dates
- Call for Abstracts : 15th March 2025
- Deadline for Abstracts Submission: 15th June 2025
- Notification of Acceptance: 15th June 2025
- Camera-ready Copy Submission: 30th June 2025
- Early Bird Registration: 1st July 2025
- Registration Deadline: 15th July 2025
Conference Tracks
Mangrove and Coral Reef Biodiversity and Maritime Ecosystem Services
Pollution and Challenges in Mangrove Ecosystem
Mangroves in Climate Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction
Sustainable Livelihoods and Community Engagement on Mangroves
Technological Innovations and Strategies for Mangrove Conservation and Management
Carbon Sequestration and Blue Carbon for Economic Sustainability
Geo-Mangroves: Mapping, Modeling, and Monitoring
Guidelines
General Instructions
- All the abstracts/presentations should be in English.
- All abstracts/presentation submissions should be done through the CMT Link on our official website page.
- All submitted abstracts will be checked for plagiarism.
- All submitted abstracts will be peer reviewed, and only the accepted abstracts will be called to submit a camera-ready copy. All accepted abstracts should be presented in ICMS on the 22nd & 23rd of July 2025. Only papers presented will be published in the Proceedings.
- Please contact us if you have any questions regarding your submission or any issues while submitting your abstract.
Abstract Guidelines
- The abstract should report the original research.
- The abstract must strictly adhere to the prescribed abstract template. Carefully revise the abstract for language and formatting.
- The abstract should be in one paragraph with a word limit of 300.
- Do not include subheadings.
- Acronyms should be written in full the first time they are mentioned in the text, followed by the abbreviation in parentheses.
- Always follow SI Units, if any.
- There shall be no citations or references.
- Please do not insert a page number for the abstract.
- Basic format:
- Paper size and Orientation: A4 (210 x 297 mm), Portrait. Use only one side.
- All margins except left: 25mm. Left margin: 30 mm. Gutter: 00
- Font: Times New Roman, 11 points; Line spacing: 1.0, one column of text.
Submissions
- Kindly adhere closely to the provided guidelines before submitting your abstract/presentation. It is mandatory to follow all stipulated guidelines and adhere to the designated templates. Abstracts/Presentations that do not align with the guidelines provided will be rejected.
- All submissions should be done through the links provided on the website.
Submit your Abstract
Submit your Extended Abstract
Submit Your Camera-Ready Copy
Submit your Presentation and Video
Registration
Registration for the International Conference on Mangroves for Sustainability will open on July 1, 2025. Authors are required to pay the registration fee using the provided account details. Registration must be completed via the Google link available on the conference website. The deadline for registration is July 15, 2025.
Local
General Registration = Rs. 5000.00
Student Registration = Rs. 3000.00
Early Bird Registration = Rs. 3500.00
Foreign
General Registration = USD 200
Online participants = USD 50
Early Bird Registration = USD 100
Conference Committee
Conference Chairs
Prof. K. Kathiresan – Professor, Annamalai University, India
Prof. Bandunee Athapattu – Professor in Environmental Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering Technology, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Prof. Roshan Perera – Professor, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Yohan Mahagamage – Director, Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Conference Co-chairs
Prof. Terney Pradeep Kumara – Professor, Department of Oceanography and Marine Geology, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences & Technology, University of Ruhuna
Dr. Gihan Dahanayake – Senior Lecturer, Department of Zoology, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. R. Ramasubramanian – Senior fellow, Coastal Systems Research Program, MS Swaminathan Research Foundation, India
Dr. M.G. Manoj Prasanna – Programme Assistant (Environment), Biodiversity Secretariat, Ministry of Environment, Sri Lanka
Dr. Shyamali Weerasekara – Principal Scientist, Environmental Studies Division, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA)
Dr. Prasad Senadheera – Country Director (Sri Lanka), Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR)
Dr. Chamila Dias – Senior Lecturer, Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Utchimahali Mariappan – Scientist, MS Swaminathan Research Foundation, India
Conference Secretaries
Dr. Buddhika Madurapperuma – Senior Lecturer, Department of Botany, Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Sandun Bandara – Senior Lecturer, Department of Zoology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Conference Coordinator
Ms. Gayani Dissanayake – Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Publication Committee
Dr. Uthpala Jayawardana – Senior Lecturer, Department of Zoology, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. K.A.J.M. Kuruppuarachchi – Senior Lecturer, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Mihiri Seneviratne – Senior Lecturer, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Achinthya Koswatta – Senior Lecturer, Department of Social Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Ms. Janaha Selvaras – Senior Lecturer, Department of Legal Studies, The Open University of Sri LankaCMT Coordinators
Indexing Committee
Mr. A.H.K. Balasooriya – Librarian, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Ganila Paranavithana – Senior Lecturer, Department of Civil Engineering, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Financial and Registration Committee
Mr. S.A.D. Senanayaka – Dean, Faculty of Management Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Jayani Hapugoda – Senior Lecturer, Department of Organizational Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Ms. Ruvini Gunarathna – Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
CMT Coordinators
Dr. Chamila Dias – Senior Lecturer, Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Eng. S. Himanujahn – Lecturer (Probationary), Department of Civil and Environmental Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura
International Relations Chair
Dr. Chandana Jayawaradana – Director, International Relations Unit, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Workshop Committee
Dr. Tharangi Herath – Senior Lecturer, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Ujitha Abeywickrema – Senior Lecturer, Department of Physics, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Media Committee
Prof. G.T. Madhubhashini Hewage – Professor, Department of Social Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Ms. Thushari Gamage – Lecturer, Department of Social Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Awards Committee
Dr. Ruminda Wimalasiri – Senior Lecturer, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. H.B.P. Sandani – Lecturer, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Eng. Sewwandi Fonseka – Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Coffee Table Book Committee
Prof. Roshan Perera – Professor, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Mr. S.A.D. Senanayaka – Dean, Faculty of Management Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Sandun Bandara – Senior Lecturer, Department of Zoology, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Mr. W. D. Manoj – Senior Lecturer, Department of Legal Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Ms. Udeshika Chathurani – Scientist, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA)
Web Committee
Eng. Sampath Wickramasinghe – Senior Lecturer, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Mr. Chanaka Weerasekara – Senior Lecturer, Department of Accounting and Finance, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Eng. Shalindu Andradi – Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Mr. Pasindu Kalhara – Web Administrator, Public Information Division, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Sponsorship Committee
Mr. S.A.D. Senanayaka – Dean, Faculty of Management Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Prof. Bandunee Athapattu – Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Prof. Roshan Perera – Senior Lecturer, Department of Botany, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Chamila Dias – Senior Lecturer, Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Gihan Dahanayake – Senior Lecturer, Department of Zoology, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Dr. Shyamali Weerasekara – Research Officer, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA)
Dr. Utchimahali Mariappan – Scientist, MS Swaminathan Research Foundation, India
Ms. Udeshika Chathurani – Scientist, National Aquatic Resources Research and Development Agency (NARA)
Field Tour Organizing Committee
Dr. Ruminda Wimalasiri – Senior Lecturer, Department of Mechanical Engineering, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Mr. W.D. Manoj – Senior Lecturer, Department of Legal Studies, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Eng. Sewwandi Fonseka – Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development, The Open University of Sri Lanka
Acknowledgment
The Microsoft CMT service was used for managing the peer-reviewing process for this conference. This service was provided for free by Microsoft and they bore all expenses, including costs for Azure cloud services as well as for software development and support.
For more Information
📧 icms@ou.ac.lk
Ms. Gayani Dissanayake
Conference Coordinator
Contact No: +94 11 288 1423
Email: icms@ou.ac.lk
Centre for Environmental Studies & Sustainable Development (CESSD)
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Nawala, Nugegoda
Sri Lanka
Contact No: +94 11 288 1423
Email: cessd@ou.ac.lk