Welcome to ISME's Web Site. ABOUT ISME: [AIMS] To promote research and surveys and to associate with other scientists and organisations with the purpose of promoting the conservation, rational management, and sustainable utilisation of mangroves; to serve as an international data-bank on mangrove ecosystems. [ACTIVITIES] 1) To promote the study of mangrove ecosystems; 2) To promote the collection, evaluation and dissemination of information on mangrove ecosystems; 3) To promote mangrove ecosystem research, training and extension activities for sustainable management,rational utilization, rehabilitation and conservation of mangrove ecosystems; 4) To develop materials to enhance public awareness of the social, economic and ecological importance of mangrove ecosystems; 5) To organize and cosponsor conferences, seminars, symposia and working group meetings; to organize lectures and courses; to publish both scientific and popular articles; 6) To support and implement research projects and programmes; 7) To promote consultation and collaboration with other organizations (public and private) having related purposes; 8) Any other activities considered appropriate to further the objectives of the Society;