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The Black Sea, a unique sea basin, rich in biodiversity and heritage, but also where an exceptional combination of natural and human induced stressors co-occur.

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Why Black Sea?

The Black Sea, a unique sea basin, rich in biodiversity and heritage, but also where an exceptional combination of natural and human induced stressors co-occur.

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New Black Sea CONNECT article is out!

The collaborative case study “Implementing Regional Blue Economy Research and Innovation Strategies” has been published in Frontiers in Marine Science.Authored by experts from Black Sea CONNECT and partner institutions including METU-IMS, GeoEcoMar, NIMRD, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, UkrSCES, Ion Creangă Pedagogical State University, and IO-BAS, the article provides an in-depth exploration of the Black […]

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New Black Sea CONNECT article is out!

The collaborative case study “Implementing Regional Blue Economy Research and Innovation Strategies” has been published in Frontiers in Marine Science.Authored by experts from Black Sea CONNECT and partner institutions including METU-IMS, GeoEcoMar, NIMRD, Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, UkrSCES, Ion Creangă Pedagogical State University, and IO-BAS, the article provides an in-depth exploration of the Black […]

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Black Sea CONNECT has received the Council of Higher Education of Türkiye’s Excellence Award!

The Black Sea CONNECT, coordinated by METU, has been recognized with the Turkish Council of Higher Education (YÖK) Excellence Award in the “International Cooperation” category! This prestigious recognition was presented at the opening ceremony of the 2024-2025 Higher Education Academic Year, attended by Türkiye’s President, the President of YÖK, senior officials, ministers, ambassadors, and esteemed […]

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Black Sea CONNECT has been honored with Black Sea Project Award at the Black Sea CMA Stakeholder Conference 2024!

The Black Sea Common Maritime Agenda Stakeholder Conference 2024, held on 11-12 September in Moldova, showcased groundbreaking advancements and collaborations in the region’s maritime and blue economy sectors. The event brought together key figures from across the Black Sea region, including policymakers, blue economy sector representatives, and researchers working towards a sustainable future for the […]

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Black Sea SRIA Implementation Plan under focus!

On March 14, 2024, the Offshore Wind Energy Association (DURED) of Türkiye, in collaboration with the BRIDGE-BS project, hosted a compelling online event aimed at fostering synergies with the BLOW Project, with the goal of facilitating potential collaborations for the future of renewable energy in the Black Sea region. While exploring the Black Sea’s floating […]

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18 Nov

#BlackSeaCONNECT article is out!

The case study on #BlackSea "Implementing Regional #BlueEconomy R&I Strategies" reveals:

🔹Behind-the-scenes look at Black Sea SRIA & Implementation Plan
🔹Joint actions & consultations driving impactful collaboration

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14 Nov

🌊 Black Sea CMA Stakeholder Conference Report now available!

Held on Sept 11 in Chișinău, the conference brought together experts to discuss:
-Marine knowledge for #BlueEconomy
-Sustainability & zero pollution
-Innovation for Black Sea communities
Dive into the full report for…

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