SturNet Partners Meet in Türkiye for the Fourth Transnational Project Meeting
Gebze Technical University hosted the SturNet consortium for two days of project coordination, transnational networking, digital tool planning, and a study visit to a sturgeon breeding centre in Bolu.
Project Meeting in Türkiye
The fourth SturNet transnational meeting combined a full working day at Gebze Technical University with a study visit focused on sturgeon breeding and restoration practice.
On 16–17 September 2026, the SturNet consortium gathered in Türkiye for its Fourth Transnational Project Meeting (TPM4), hosted by Gebze Technical University (GTU).
Strengthening the SturNet partnership, digital cooperation tools, future collaboration, and sturgeon conservation practice.
Partners reviewed the implementation of core project activities, including the expansion of the Transnational Sturgeon Network and the Digital Cooperation Tool and mobile application, which bring together sturgeon and environmental data on a common platform.
The consortium also coordinated the remaining implementation period, including forthcoming awareness-raising events and joint scientific work arising from project field research.
A dedicated session explored future collaboration opportunities in the Black Sea Basin, including transnational networking, digital mapping tools, sustainable blue economy, and biodiversity restoration.
Date
16–17 September 2026
Two-day transnational meeting
Location
Gebze Technical University
and Bolu, Türkiye
Participants
SturNet partners, associated researchers, and invited regional cooperation representatives
Meeting Gallery
Photos from the working sessions, hybrid participation, study visit, and consortium activities hosted by Gebze Technical University.
Partnership for Sturgeon Conservation
The meeting demonstrated the strength of the SturNet partnership, bringing together partner countries and associated organisations around the shared goal of preserving sturgeon populations and protecting the Black Sea Basin ecosystem for future generations.
The consortium warmly thanks Gebze Technical University for the excellent organisation and hospitality.