IMWBN Publications
Periodic publications from the International Marine Wood-Borer Network, including the Launch Editions, Bulletins, Annual Reviews and Community Updates. Publications are archived on Zenodo for permanent access and citation.
The International Marine Wood-Borer Network (IMWBN): Launch Edition
This Launch Edition sets out the rationale for the network, introduces its governance and values, and presents a synthesis of marine wood-borer research published during 2025. The review highlights emerging trends in biotechnology, symbiosis research, damage and durability studies, deep-time trace fossil analyses, and early-stage blue-food applications, while also identifying persistent gaps in fundamental organismal biology and global representation. By consolidating recent advances, recognising community contributions, and outlining a shared vision for the future, this report serves as both a foundational document for IMWBN and a citable annual reference capturing the evolving scope, priorities, and opportunities within marine wood-borer science.
Shipway, J. R., & Borges, L. (2026). The International Marine Wood-Borer Network (IMWBN): Launch Edition (v1.0). Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18315545
IMWBN Spring Edition Newsletter 2026
The IMWBN Spring 2026 newsletter presents the network’s inaugural committee, awardee spotlights, and community initiatives. The document highlights interdisciplinary research spanning wood science, marine ecology, biotechnology, archaeology, aquaculture, and engineering, while recognising leading contributions to the field. It also introduces ongoing activities including the IMWBN Photography Competition and community collaboration initiatives.
Shipway, J. R., Borges, L., & Lucy, M. (2026). IMWBN Spring Edition Newsletter 2026 (1.0). International Marine Wood-Borer Network (IMWBN). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19599196