Workshops

WS- 01- Autocorrelation in time and space: Freshwater data analysis using R

Convenors:

Prof. Dr. Franco Biondi, University of Nevada, USA

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Understanding autocorrelation, either in space or in time, is at the core of aquatic sciences. The objective of this workshop is to briefly explain how autocorrelation violates statistical assumptions, and then introduce various ways, not just to account for autocorrelation, but to use it as a tool for investigating natural phenomena. Topics to be discussed will include Box-Jenkins models for time-series data, variograms and kriging for spatial data, quantitative variable selection and trend detection, and advanced models for space-time data. The topics will be illustrated with examples aimed at early career researchers.

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Date: Sunday, July 20th

Time: 15:00-17:00 p.m..

WS- 02 - Academic mental health: How to manage academic stress

Convenors:

Prof. Dr Gökhan Malkoç, Medipol University, Türkiye

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Academic stress is a common experience for students and researchers, often leading to negative impacts on mental health and well-being. This workshop is designed to provide participants with practical strategies and tools to effectively manage stress in academic environments. Topics covered will include identifying the sources of academic stress, understanding the physiological and psychological effects of stress, and exploring evidence-based techniques for stress reduction. The workshop will address strategies for building resilience, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and fostering supportive academic communities.

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Date: Monday, July 21st

Time: 15:00-16:30

WS- 03- Primary to high school education awareness about freshwater habitats

Convenors:

Prof. Dr. Okan Külköylüoğlu, Bolu Abant İzzet Baysal University, Türkiye

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Meetings with high school students will be arranged on the campus (SEFS14 venue site). Students will be invited to join the session(s) where they will be able to meet with the delegates who are experts on freshwater ecosystems. During the session, there will be presentations and talks about the importance of freshwater habitats including their past histories (origin, formation) and future. The session will also cover the importance of freshwater biodiversity and discussion about the fate of natural resources.

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Date: Thursday, July 24th

Time: 13:00-14:00