Message from PORSEC president

We are excited to announce that the 16th Pan Ocean Remote Sensing Conference (PORSEC) has been awarded to the National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU), Taiwan. The PORSEC Association President Dr. Gad Levy, and Acting President, Prof. MingAn Lee are pleased and honored to endorse this partnership and invite you to participate in this esteemed event. The PORSEC Association is committed to broadening global partnership in space science programs and is pleased to collaborate with NTOU to organize this conference. Together, we aim to foster innovation in ocean remote sensing.

With the theme "Achieving Sustainable Development Under Climate Change Through Ocean Observation", the 16th PORSEC conference will take place from April 22nd to April 25th, 2025, in Keelung, Taiwan, with a capacity building training for early career scientists the week prior. This conference will serve as a hub for interdisciplinary dialogue and knowledge exchange. We welcome your academic papers or abstracts on themes such as large and meso-scale oceanography, coastal impacts, emerging technologies, operational remote sensing, climate resilience, and more. This conference offers a unique opportunity to showcase developments, discuss technologies, exchange insights, and foster international collaboration.

Join us in making the 16th PORSEC conference a success in advancing ocean remote sensing research and promoting international cooperation.

We await your valuable contributions and anticipate welcoming you to this prestigious event.

PORSEC Association President, Dr. Gad Levy

PORSEC Acting President, Prof. MingAn Lee

Welcome letter from NTOU

Dear participant,

It is a great honor for National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) to host the upcoming PORSEC 2025 conference, which will provide an exceptional platform for leading researchers in the field of remote sensing from around the world. The conference theme highlights the importance of utilizing remote sensing technology to achieve sustainable development goals in the context of climate change.

NTOU was established in 1953 which is known for its excellence in ocean-based education and research. With seven colleges and over 9,000 students, including 700 international students, NTOU offers a range of programs that emphasize interdisciplinary learning and cutting-edge research in marine sciences and engineering. The university has been recognized for its teaching and research achievements, including awards from the Ministry of Education and the establishment excellence of research centers. Aligned with national policies, NTOU develops professionals in areas like offshore wind power, smart ships, AI applications, and marine conservation, preparing graduates to address global challenges and contribute to sustainable development.

NTOU committed to advancing the sustainable development through a variety of initiatives. We actively promote sustainability courses and provide facilities designed to empower students, staff, and communities. Key missions aimed at accomplishing the replacement of energy-intensive equipment and the reduction of disposable materials. The sessions at PORSEC will concentrate on AI, education, policy, and applications of remote sensing, and soon, all of which are beneficial for achieving the sustainable development. We eagerly anticipate your participation for the meaningful collaborations and discussions that will emerge from this esteemed gathering. We do hope that we contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.

The best regards,

Tai-Wen Hsu

Chair professor and president

National Taiwan Ocean University

Kuo-Wei Lan

Chair of Department of Environmental Biology and Fisheries Science

National Taiwan Ocean University