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Our Management Group meets today. As well as hearing updates from UKEOF partners on a wide range of environmental observation activities, they will also discuss plans for our 2027 annual conference. Watch this space for more on that soon.
September 10, 2026 at 8:48 AM
ukeof.bsky.social
Book your place at this event (taking place on 14 December), and submit your proposals for presentations and posters. Co-organised by @ukceh.bsky.social, @britishecologicalsociety.org and UKEOF. #monitoring #observation
ukceh.bsky.social UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) @ukceh.bsky.social · Jul 26
Registration and submissions OPEN for presentations and posters for NEMC 2026, deadline 18 Sept. This year’s focus: turning the UK’s shared vision for environmental monitoring into coordinated action.

Learn more: https://www.ceh.ac.uk/nemc2026
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July 29, 2026 at 11:35 AM
ukeof.bsky.social
The recordings of talks given at our recent UKEOF online conference 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making' are now available. Link here ('Talk videos'): ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026 #environment #monitoring #data
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) making calls and bats echo-locating, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA trace in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
March 30, 2026 at 8:36 AM
ukdnawg.bsky.social
🧬 Last call for registration for the hashtag#UKEOF hashtag#UKDNA Working Group Conference at the University of Sheffield on 13–15th April 2026.

🧬Registration is open until 20th March via this link: onlineshop.shef.ac.uk/conferences-...
UK DNA Working Group annual meeting (UKDNA-WG) 13-15 April 2026 | University of Sheffield
The next UKEOF UKDNA-WG conference will be held on 13-15th April 2026 at the University of Sheffield. This year the UKDNA-WG conference will include a join
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March 18, 2026 at 3:46 PM
ukdnawg.bsky.social
🧬 Registration is now open for the 12th #UKEOF #UKDNAWG Conference 2026 until 20th March via this link: lnkd.in/ekTUn_eZ
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March 3, 2026 at 7:31 AM
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NEW Guide to DNA-based monitoring with community science @ukdnawg.bsky.social

💧 CS x DNA examples
👩🏽‍🦰 Involving volunteers
🔢 Project design
💡 Future directions
✍️ Resources
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New UKEOF guide to using DNA-based monitoring with citizen science | UKEOF
We are delighted to announce the recent release of the first UKDNA-WG briefing note. This guide to DNA-based monitoring with citizen science was written by Lauren Cook (UK Centre for Ecology &…
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February 23, 2026 at 12:30 PM
ukeof.bsky.social
Today is your last chance to register for our free conference 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making'. 24 February, online. Programme, etc. here: ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026 #environment #monitoring #data #sensors #technology #innovation
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) making calls and bats echo-locating, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA trace in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
February 20, 2026 at 9:24 AM
ukdnawg.bsky.social
🧬 #eDNA Fans!!

🧬One day left to submit your abstract to the #UKEOF #UKDNA Working Group Conference 13-15 April 2026!

🧬 Head to the Abstract Submission Form before 19th Feb! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
February 18, 2026 at 2:09 PM
ukeof.bsky.social
📆The programme for our online conference, 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making' (24 February, 09:00 - 13:00 GMT) is now available at ukeof.org.uk/conference/c.... Be sure to register by Friday 20th. It's free! #ukeof2026 #environment #monitoring
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February 17, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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Don’t miss your place at our free conference 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making'. 24 February, online: ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026 #monitoring #environment #ecosystems #sensors #technology #data
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) making calls and bats echo-locating, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA trace in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
February 16, 2026 at 1:43 PM
ukdnawg.bsky.social
📢 Calling all #eDNA folks!!

🧬 Abstract submission is open for the #UKEOF UKDNA Working Group Conference 2026 #UKDNAWG26!

🧬 Submit your Abstract via this link! forms.gle/epwnz5PFdrrt...
UKDNA-WG 2026 - Abstract submission form
The 2026 UKDNA-WG conference will be held on 13-15th April 2026 at the University of Sheffield, including a joint day with the Ecological Genetics Group on the 15th to explore the possibilities of how...
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February 9, 2026 at 7:19 PM
ukeof.bsky.social
Interested in how #data on the UK’s natural #environment is – or could be – gathered using #sensor technologies? Join our free online conference 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making' on 24 February: ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026 #monitoring
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) making calls and bats echo-locating, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA trace in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
February 4, 2026 at 10:21 AM
ukeof.bsky.social
Don’t miss our free conf. 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making'. 24 Feb. Speakers incl. @liagilmour.bsky.social @hollytipper.bsky.social @jlittlefair.bsky.social @rachelgaulton.bsky.social @careylab.bsky.social ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) and bats making calls, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
January 27, 2026 at 12:40 PM
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Registration is now open for the UKEOF - Sensing the Environment Conference 2026 - great range of speakers including FR's Dr Tim Lukins.
ukeof.bsky.social UK Environmental Observation Framework @ukeof.bsky.social · Jan 20
Our annual conference, 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making' will take place online on 24 February (morning only). Find out more & register: ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026 #sensors #monitoring #data #environment
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) and bats making calls, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
January 21, 2026 at 9:41 AM
ukeof.bsky.social
Our annual conference, 'Sensing the Environment: Emerging Technologies for Monitoring and Decision-Making' will take place online on 24 February (morning only). Find out more & register: ukeof.org.uk/conference/c... #ukeof2026 #sensors #monitoring #data #environment
Graphic with details of the UKEOF 2026 conference. Text overlaying a graphic depicting a woodland and a stream in shades of blue with the following elements picked out: birds (swifts) and bats making calls, a deer detected on a camera, a salmon detected via its DNA in the water, the flow rate of the stream and the atmospheric concentration of nitrogen dioxide.
January 20, 2026 at 4:20 PM
ukceh.bsky.social
NEMC 2025 took place today, hosted by UKCEH, @britishecologicalsociety.org & @ukeof.bsky.social. 180 researchers, policymakers & practitioners explored how monitoring can drive real change. Chaired by Bridget Emmett (UKCEH) & Ben Ditchburn (Defra/UKEOF), momentum builds for a potential NEMC3!
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December 15, 2025 at 5:48 PM
ukeof.bsky.social
We're holding our last quarterly Management Group meeting today, bringing together reps from our partner organisations. They'll discuss UKEOF activities, like our annual conference, as well as sharing key partner activities related to environmental observation in the UK. ukeof.org.uk
Graphic depicting different kinds of environmental observation (e.g. citizen science, sample collection, surveys, drones, satellite observation), different aspects of the environment such as land, air, water and biodiversity, and impacts like pollution.
December 3, 2025 at 9:48 AM
ukeof.bsky.social
"When you check the weather forecast, you’re relying on a vast network of weather stations that quietly gather data across the country." UKEOF partner the Met Office explains all about weather stations and weather observations in their latest blog.
metoffice.gov.uk Met Office - weather and climate @metoffice.gov.uk · Oct 22
Observations are critical for producing a weather forecast.

Read our latest blog to learn how we gather trusted and accurate weather observations from our network of weather stations across the UK.
www.metoffice.gov.uk/blog/2025/wh...
Met Office weather stations: How we measure the weather
When you check the weather forecast, you’re relying on a vast network of weather stations that quietly gather data across the country.
www.metoffice.gov.uk
October 24, 2025 at 2:57 PM
ukeof.bsky.social
For those new to UKEOF, check out the range of resources relating to environmental observation in the UK on our website: ukeof.org.uk/resources
A colourful grid of photos arranged in a circle, depicting different aspects of the environment and environmental monitoring, including citizen science, remote sensing, field observations, sensors, sample collection and DNA analysis. Elements of the environment depicated include water, air (and air pollution) and biodiversity (a tree and a bee).
July 11, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Nemo-Tools project showcased at UKEOF UKDNA working group conference
The Nemo-Tools project made a significant contribution to the 11th UKEOF UKDNA Working Group Conference, held on May 13-14, 2025, at the Royal Society. Team member and researcher Giota Xanthopoulou…
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June 10, 2025 at 12:34 PM
ukeof.bsky.social
Catch up with our Natural Capital Working Group, who held their latest meeting in April. Activity update here: ukeof.org.uk/our-work/nat...
Find out more about the NCWG here: ukeof.org.uk/our-work/nat... #NaturalCapital
NCWG activities | UKEOF
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May 29, 2025 at 2:13 PM
squamatta.bsky.social
I had a great time at the UKEOF UKDNA Working Group Conference last week! Presenting some early PhD research at the Royal Society was a fantastic experience, and it was inspiring to hear from leading experts and fellow students alike. 🐸 🧬
May 22, 2025 at 4:29 PM
ukdnawg.bsky.social
Have you registered for the 11th Annual UKEOF UKDNA Working Group Conference 13-14th May? If so, please have a read of this thread...
May 3, 2025 at 9:02 AM
ukeof.bsky.social
The 11th conference of the UKEOF UKDNA Working Group will take place in London on the 13th-14th May 2025. Find out more on our website. Registration closes on 17 April. ukeof.org.uk/our-work/ukd... #eDNA #DNA #environment #monitoring
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April 10, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Check out our 'Environmental Observation' @wakelet.bsky.social feed to see the resources and news we've selected from across the internet: wakelet.com/wake/13ZZd4N... #Environment #Observation #Monitoring #Modelling #Data #DNA #NaturalCapital #EarthObservation #CitizenScience
Screenshot of UKEOF 'Environmental Observation' Wakelet feed information plate. Text reads 'Environmetnal monitoring, modelling, remote sensing / earth observation, citizen science, natural capital assessment and the management of environmental data. Focus on the UK. Curated by UK Environmental Observation Framework (UKEOF). Curation does not indicate endorsement by UKEOF or its partners. Web: ukeof.org.uk. Photo if an automatic weather station.
April 2, 2025 at 1:22 PM