Behind every successful marine protected area, every conservation measure, and every effort to safeguard vulnerable species lies years of scientific research.
In this edition of Let’s Talk About Diving, meet Gonçalo Silva.
A marine biologist, researcher, university lecturer, and founding member of MARDIVE, Gonçalo has spent more than two decades studying the ecology, evolution, and conservation of marine fish. His work has helped shape marine protected areas and improve the conservation of species such as seahorses, while also investigating how climate change is reshaping life beneath the surface.
At Diving Talks 2026, Gonçalo will share how science is helping us better understand—and ultimately protect—the oceans, while highlighting the importance of communicating research beyond academia and engaging local communities in marine conservation.
🎥 Watch his introduction and tell us: Which marine conservation challenge do you believe deserves the greatest attention today?
"Let’s Talk About Diving" is a speaker introduction series leading up to Diving Talks 2026, where some of the most respected voices in the underwater world come together to share ideas, stories, and inspiration.
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