Black Sea Association of Maritime Institutions 2021

BLACK SEA ASSOCIATION OF MARITIME INSTITUTIONS
International Scientific Conference
10 February 2021

‘’Emerging Trends, Challenges and Opportunities for MET’’

In light of on-going developments with COVID-19 and after thoughtful discussions, BSAMI Scientific Conference-2021 will be conducted fully online on Wednesday, February 10, 2021.

THEME: ‘’Emerging Trends, Challenges and Opportunities for MET’’

DATE: February 10, 2021

ORGANIZED by: Piri Reis University

NOTE: Zoom link and registration (free) details to be issued before the conference.

All abstracts, full papers, graphic materials and inquiries should be sent by email to: talbayrak@pirireis.edu.tr

GUIDELINES FOR PAPER SUBMISSION:

All abstracts and papers for presentation at the Conference must focus on the theme of the conference.

Proposal for a Panel: University scholars, researchers, policy makers, practitioners, representatives from think tank organizations as well as representatives of indigenous peoples can submit joint proposals for a special panel discussion on any topic that explores the theme of the conference

Papers for presentation must be between 3,500 and 4,000 words, submitted with 300–350-word abstracts, and a biography of no more than 50 words. Authors can send their 300–350-word abstracts before submitting the full paper.

Selected abstracts for presentation notified on January 11, 2021.

All submissions to the BSAMI Annual International Scientific Conference must be typed double-spaced in MS Word using Times New Roman, 12 pt, justified.

Please use the APA Style for your citations and references.

Please identify a minimum of 4, and a maximum of 7, keywords reflecting the title of your paper.

Authors should include their names on the cover sheet only for purposes of blind review.

Authors should also include the title of the paper on each page as well as page numbers for ease of organization and identification.

Email graphic materials: photo images, diagrams, figures, maps and others as attachment in a jpeg format and indicate by use of numbers preferred placement areas in the manuscript.

All abstracts, full papers, graphic materials and inquiries should be sent by email to: talbayrak@pirireis.edu.tr

Selection Process

All abstracts and full papers will be carefully reviewed by the scientific committee below made up of head of institutes and renowned scholars. Each author shall then be notified by email about the outcome of the review process.

Evaluation Criteria

The paper makes original contribution

The literature review is adequate

The paper is based on a sound theoretical framework and/or research methodology

The analysis and findings are relevant to the objective(s) of the paper

The conclusions match the findings

The paper is well organized

The Guidelines for Paper Submission have been followed properly in preparing the paper

CONFERENCE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE

Prof. Dr. Oral Erdoğan – Rector, Piri Reis University/Turkey

Admiral (R) Metin Ataç (22. Chief of The Turkish Navy, Board Member PRU),

Prof. Capt. Irakli Sharabidze – Rector, Batumi State Maritime Academy/Georgia

Prof. Dr. Cornel PANAIT – Rector, Constanta Maritime University/Romania

Prof. Dr. Oğuz Salim Söğüt - Dean, Istanbul Technical University/Turkey

Prof. Dr. Adm. Boyan Mednikarov - Rector, Nikola Y. Vaptsarov Naval Academy/Bulgaria

Prof. Dr. Mykhaylo Miyusov - Rector, National University “Odessa Maritime Academy /Ukraine

Prof. Dr. Parmen Khvedelidze — Rector, Batumi Navigation Teach University/Georgia

Prof. A. L. Boran-Keshyshyan - Vice-Rector, Admiral Ushakov Maritime State University/Russian Federation

Prof. Igor O. Smirnov – Vice-Rector, Admiral Ushakov Maritime State University/Russian Federation

Prof. Dr. Funda Yercan, Dean, Maritime Faculty, Piri Reis University/Turkey

Prof. Dr. Süleyman Özkaynak – Advisor to Rector, Piri Reis University/Turkey

Prof. Dr. Ömer Belik – Dean, Faculty of Engineering, Piri Reis University/Turkey

Prof. Dr. Nurhan Kahyaoğlu, Piri Reis University/Turkey

Prof. Alexey I. Kondratiev, Vice-rector, Admiral Ushakov Maritime State University/Russian Federation

Prof. Dr. Cem Gazioğlu, Institute of Marine Sciences, Istanbul University/Turkey

Dr. Marina Chesnokova - National University “Odessa Maritime Academy /Ukraine

Dr. İbrahim Akın, Maritime History Practice and Research Centre Manager, Piri Reis University/Turkey

REGISTRATION

10 February 1000 - 1300 BSAMI AGA – 11 AGENDA
TIME Istanbul (UTC+3)	EVENT	REMARKS
1000 - 1015	Opening Speech and Introduction	Prof. Dr. Oral Erdoğan, Chair
1015 - 1145	Progress in fight against CV19 and exchange of best practices. The way forward: Presentation of short-term targets (education, research projects, scientific studies)	(Note 1)
1145 - 1200	Financial Report	Constanta Maritime University
1200 - 1230	Progress of Working Groups and reorganization
1230 - 1300	Proposals for future BSAMI Activities New project proposals Plan of work for next year: BSAMI Road map New members proposals

NOTES

1. Members are expected to summarize the effectiveness of the respective measures and their future plans and short-term

targets (education, research projects, scientific studies). Extended presentations are welcome by e-mail in advance.

2. Only Rectors/Deans (or designates) and one staff member (optional) will join the AGA from each full member institute

3. Members are kindly requested to send their proposals and/or additional agenda items until 29 January 2021.

10 February 1400 - 1830 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON BLACK SEA COOPERATION
TIME Istanbul (UTC+3)	EVENT	REMARKS
1400 - 1410	Conference Opening Speech	Prof. Dr. Oral Erdoğan Rector PRU
1410 - 1445	Keynote Speech: ‘’Importance of Cooperation in the Black Sea Region for Sustainable Blue Growth’’	Andreea STRACHINESCU EU Commission, Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Head of Unit A1: Maritime Innovation, Marine Knowledge and Investment
1445 - 1600	SESSION1: STAKEHOLDERS PANEL Emerging Trends, Threats and Opportunities in the Black Sea Region: Stakeholders Expectations from MET (Maritime Education and Training) Institutions	Panel members/Speakers BSAMI (Chair) BSEC PERMIS CPMR SEARICA ICBSS
1600 - 1630	Coffee Break
1630 - 1815	SESSION 2: MET PANEL Innovative MET Solutions and Cooperation on Research	Panel members/Speakers (NOTE 1) Irakli Sharabidze (BSMA) - Chair George Gabedeva (BNTU) Gabriel Raicu (CMU) Ivaylo Bakalov (NVNA) Catalin Popa (MBNA) Alaettin Sevim (PRU) Pınar Özdemir (PRU)
1815 - 1830	Discussions and Closing Remarks

NOTES:

1. Specific Topics of Panel Speakers

Irakli Sharabidze (BSMA), Prof. Dr., Rector:

‘’Professional Training for Involvement in Maritime Education’’

George Gabedeva (BNTU), Asst. Prof. Dr.:

‘’Challenges Caused by COVID19, Solution found, Current Situation and Future Plans’’

Gabriel Raicu (CMU), Assoc. Prof. Dr.:

"Paradigm shifts and emerging technologies in MET"

Ivaylo Bakalov (NVNA), Assoc. Prof. Dr.:

‘’Using an engine room simulator in Augmented Reality environment in connection with training and researching during the COVID-19 pandemic’’

Catalin Popa (MBNA), Assoc. Prof. Dr., Vice Rector:

‘’ Measures Against Marine Pollution and Environment Protection in the Black Sea – Project BLUE4SEAS’’

Alaettin Sevim (PRU), Lecturer.:

‘’ Development of Maritime Management Joint Master Program for Regional Cooperation - Project MINE-EMI’’

Pınar Özdemir (PRU), Dr., Lecturer:

‘’ Development of Soft Skills in Maritime – Project iSOLMET

2. The Conference will be open to all interested parties. Members are encouraged to invite their staff and respective stakeholders to the conference once the agenda finalized.

3. The conference link will be sent in due time for dissemination to staff members and stakeholders. Please cc your distribution mails to talbayrak@pirireis.edu.tr. Participants will be required to register in advance.

CONFERENCE SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE