The 3rd CloudEARTHi Conference on Academic Education and its Impact on Entrepreneurship and Sustainability will be held in Varna, Bulgaria from 27th to 29th June, 2024. The conference is organised by the Technical University of Varna. The conference is supported by EIT RawMaterials and funded by the European Union through the EIT HEI Initiative. Workshops and some of the panels are supported by Erasmus+.
For online participation, please use the following Zoom: https://uit.zoom.us/j/62236355122?pwd=f9bHprtokZ2LGbR15S6SQp3gFLD4GK.1 (Meeting ID: 622 3635 5122; Passcode: 100505).
For onsite participation, please come to the conference venue.
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The programme and book of abstracts (speaker names are highlighted in bold).
All the time is Eastern European Summer Time (Time zone in Bulgaria (GMT+3))
Thursday (27th of June 2024) – at the Aquahouse Hotel
08.45 – 09.30: BOOSTalent Consortium meeting (the 4th CloudEARTHi knowledge exchange workshop – by invitation only)
09.30 – 10.00: Conference registration
Receiving the green conference badges
10.00 – 11.00: Opening session and welcome (Chaired by Angel Marinov)
| 10.00 – 10.30 | Welcome and opening note | by Assoc. Prof. eng. Hristo NENOV (Vice-Rector of Technical University of Varna), Dr. Dolores Volkert (Head of HEI Capacity Building Initiative) & Prof. Andriyana Andreeva (Regional governor) |
| 10.30 – 11.00 | CloudEARTHi – The bigger picture | by Tamer Abu-Alam |
11.00 – 11.30: Coffee break
11:30 – 12:30: Building Sustainable Research-Based Entrepreneurial Ecosystems with Values and Augmented Connected Workforce by Associated professor Galina Momcheva, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
12.30 – 13.30: Lunch provided by The Technical University of Varna
13.30 – 15.00: How do technologies pass the first valley of death? – a workshop
On the way from an idea to serial production and conquering the market, there is a risk of the death of the technology. There are 9 technology readiness levels (TRL). Level 1 is an idea; Level 9 is mass production scaling. At the workshop, we will consider the issue of determination of (TRL) by various national and international organizations. One of the causes of the death of technology in the transition from the laboratory to production is the gap between R&D and R&I. We will offer possible ways to solve this problem. On the other hand, the first valley of death is also related to not enough funding. Possible funding sources will be considered, both for scientific employee’s teams projects and for startups. There will be many useful links. For work in groups, a real case of bringing an innovative product to the market will be proposed.
Prof. Vira Filatova, PhD of Physics and Mathematics Science, Senior Researcher of the Physics of phase transformation department and Head of the project and innovation group G.V. Kurdyumov Institute for Metal Physics of the N.A.S.U. Lauriat of the President of Ukraine for Young Scientists award. Co-founder of deep-tech start-up «Vacuum Gravity Energy». Experienced in technology transfer.
Olena Tsyplitska, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Open Innovation Lab of Kyiv Academic University. Has more than 5 years of research experience in innovative industrial development and innovation project management. Olena Is the author and a trainer of pre-incubation progam “Booster of Innovation Projects” for researchers of scientific institutions of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. She was a member of deep-tech startup Carbopulse. Experienced in market research and financial planning for innovation projects.
15:00 – 15.30: Coffee break
15.30 – 16.45: Scientific session1 – The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education
| 15.30 – 15.45 | Entrepreneurial Approaches to the Circular Economy Transition in Bulgaria | Vesela Dicheva (On-site Oral) |
| 15.45 – 16.00 | European projects promoting circular economy and sustainable development in Varna region, Bulgaria | Dr. Mihail Ivanov (On-site Oral) |
| 16.00 – 16.15 | Learning at the Crossroads: The Education in the Age of Sustainability and the Digital Revolution | Tamer Abu-Alam (On-site Oral) |
| 16.15 – 16.30 | Empathy and Innovation: Leveraging Design thinking alongside system thinking approaches in the circular economy – A personal, student experience | Cintia Molnar (On-site Oral) |
| 16.30 – 16.45 | Frugality as a social virtue: Role of education sector in fostering a new megatrend critical for a sustainable future | Rajnish Tiwari (Online Oral) |
| 16.45 – 17.00 | Tsvetomir Zhelev, Tsvetelina Zheleva (withdrawal) |
17.00 – 18.00: SEEDplus consortium meeting (the 4th CloudEARTHi knowledge exchange workshop – by invitation only)
19.00 – 21.00: CloudEARTHi consortium Dinner (the 4th CloudEARTHi knowledge exchange workshop – by invitation only)
This event is only by invitation
Friday (28th of June 2024) – at the Aquahouse Hotel
09.00 – 10.30: Session no.2 – The Path to Innovation and Entrepreneurship Through Education
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Social Robots as Assistants to Promote Sustainable Habits and Attitudes Among Future Educators: an Experience from Co-creation and Environmental Psychology | Rosabel Martinez-Roig (Online Oral) |
| 09:15 – 09:30 | Alignment of goals for decision support in innovation ecosystems | Volodymyr Nochvai (On-site Oral) |
| 09:30 – 09:45 | Implementation of sustainability and circular economy principles as the key drivers for startup success | Oleksii Kofanov, Olena Kofanova (Online Oral) |
| 09:45 – 10:00 | Vocational Education and Training – a step to broaden professional horizons | Galina Ilieva (On-site Oral) |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | Unveiling the Potential of Frugal and Circular-Oriented Innovation for a Sustainable Future: A New Perspective | Bergmann Stephan, Tiwari Rajnish, Herstatt Cornelius (Online Oral) |
| 10:15 – 10:30 | Assessment of circular economy practices in SMEs in Burgenland: Identification of training needs and opportunities | Thomas Kremsner, Christian Horvath, Sophie Weidinger (Online Oral) |
10:30 – 11.00: Coffee break
11.00 – 11.30: Invited talk – Dynamic Energy and Cost-Efficient Multi-UAV Routing Problem Using Enhanced Genetic Algorithm by Alparslan Guzey (Chaired by Tamer Abu-Alam)
In this research, we introduce an innovative approach to solve the capacitated multiple unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) multi-visit routing challenge. The core of our study centers on enhancing energy and cost efficiency through the application of an advanced genetic algorithm. We explore the effects of adjusting drone speeds according to their payloads, examining its influence on both energy use and operational costs. Our detailed model accounts for the interplay among payload weight, drone speed, and energy consumption, laying the groundwork for future drone delivery networks. Our findings reveal that this method is well-equipped to tackle the complexities of real-world delivery tasks, proving its versatility in handling different payload weights and navigating intricate routes. This research not only demonstrates the flexibility and effectiveness of our algorithm in optimizing drone delivery services but also addresses a previously unexplored aspect of the optimization process by considering the variability of speed and payload sizes. Our work signifies a step forward in improving UAV-based logistical operations by minimizing energy needs and reducing expenses.
Alparslan Güzey received his B.S. degree in Econometrics and MSc degree in Applied Operational Research from Gazi University in 2016 and 2020, respectively. His research field is UAV routing problems. His dissertation focuses on machine learning applications in path planning algorithms for autonomous vehicles and intelligent traffic management systems.
Alparslan Guzey has worked in Istanbul Kültür University as a researcher and D.Director of Technology Transfer Office since 2020. He has publications on the subjects of UAV optimal energy efficiency, UAV/UGV hybrid routing problems and emergency logistic delivery.
11.30 – 12.30: Session no.3 – Big Data, AI & technology for Better Education and Enabling Sustainable Development (Chaired by Angel Marinov)
| 11.30 – 11.45 | Big data in education models, innovations, challenges, and future research directions. | Donkor Paul Junior (On-site Oral) |
| 11.45 – 12.00 | Variable regimes and shock wave phenomena in converging-diverging nozzles | Galina Ilieva (On-site Oral) |
| 12.00 – 12.15 | FPGA processors in AI edge applications | Firgan Feradov, Angel Marinov (On-site Oral) |
| 12.15 – 12.30 | A multi-dimensional scale development for the digital workforce competencies: an exploratory study | Upasana Singh, Prof. Vijaishri Tewari, Dr. Sudipta Das |
12.30 -13.30: Lunch provided by The Technical University of Varna
13.30 – 14.45: Scientific session 4 – Science supports development
14:45 – 15.30: Coffee break
15.30 – 16.30: on-site/online poster session
16.30 – 17.00: Inspiring The Minds Consortium Meeting (the 4th CloudEARTHi knowledge exchange workshop – by invitation only)
19.00 – 21.00: Conference dinner – Open event for all
Saturday (29th of June 2024) – at the Aquahouse Hotel
09.15 – 10.30: Session no.5- Leave no one behind – Inclusivity and diversity for the transformations
| 09.15 – 09.30 | Redefining Progress: Inclusivity and Diversity in Innovation and Research | Sóla Ailis NicUalghairg (Online Oral) |
| 09.30 – 09.45 | Examining the role of Green Culture and Green Behavior Involvement between Green Supply Chain Management and Sustainable Performance | Swati Yadav, Dr. Vineet Tiwari (Online Oral) |
| 09.45 – 10.00 | Caroyal: Revolutionizing B2B E-Commerce with Sharing Economy Principles and Blockchain Transparency for Sustainable Global Trade | Haseeb Ahmad, Ben Opara (On-site Oral) |
| 10.00 – 10.15 | The role of requirement management and frugality for eco-effective product development | Timo Achtelik, Rajnish Tiwari, Cornelius Herstatt (Online Oral) |
| 10.15 – 10.30 | Frugal lifestyles as a pathway for transition to a sustainable society in Europe: Evidence from an empirical survey in Germany | Rajnish Tiwari, Hendrik Müller (Online Oral) |
10.30 – 11.00: Coffee break
11.00 – 12.00: Announcing SEEDplus startup winner teams
12.00 – 12.30: Closing remarks and welcome to the 4th CloudEARTHi conference
Closing remarks and welcome to the 4th CloudEARTHi conference
12.30 -13.30: Lunch provided by The Technical University of Varna
13.30 – : Social event (open for everyone)
Dinner and Closing remarks for the 4th CloudEARTHi knowledge exchange workshop (open for everyone)
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| Authors | Title | Mode of presentation | Session | Day | Time Slot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alparslan Guzey | Dynamic Energy and Cost-Efficient Multi-UAV Routing Problem Using Enhanced Genetic Algorithm | Onsite Oral | Invited talk | 28 June | 11.00 -11.30 |
| Olena Tsyplitska | Local innovation systems deployment: investigation of the gaps limiting high performance innovation development in Ukraine | Onsite poster | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Timo Achtelik, Rajnish Tiwari, Cornelius Herstatt | The role of requirement management and frugality for eco-effective product development | Online Oral | Session no.5- Leave no one behind - Inclusivity and diversity for the transformations | 29 June | 10.00 - 10.15 |
| Rajnish Tiwari | Frugality as a social virtue: Role of education sector in fostering a new megatrend critical for a sustainable future | Online Oral | Scientific session1 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 27 June | 16.30 - 16.45 |
| Olga Voropai, Nina Chala, Kateryna Pichyk | The Tripartite Benefits of Startup Competitions: HEIs, Businesses, and Students | Online poster | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Sophie Rippinger | The Earth Centred Business Design (ECBD) framework tool. A circular economy tool for first-time founders | Onsite Oral | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Bergmann Stephan, Tiwari Rajnish, Herstatt Cornelius | Unveiling the Potential of Frugal and Circular-Oriented Innovation for a Sustainable Future: A New Perspective | Online Oral | Scientific session2 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 28 June | 10.00 - 10.15 |
| Anastasiia Desna | Thermal modernization of buildings as one of the elements of the green transition | Online poster | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Oleksii Kofanov, Olena Kofanova | Implementation of sustainability and circular economy principles as the key drivers for startup success | Onsite Oral | Scientific session2 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 28 June | 09.30 - 09.45 |
| Rajnish Tiwari, Hendrik Müller | Frugal lifestyles as a pathway for transition to a sustainable society in Europe: Evidence from an empirical survey in Germany | Online Oral | Session no.5- Leave no one behind - Inclusivity and diversity for the transformations | 29 June | 10.15 - 10.30 |
| Firgan Feradov, Angel Marinov | FPGA processors in AI edge applications | Onsite oral | Session no.3 - Big Data, AI & technology for better education and enabling sustainable development | 28 June | 12.00 - 12.15 |
| Thomas Kremsner, Christian Horvath, Sophie Weidinger | Assessment of circular economy practices in SMEs in Burgenland: Identification of training needs and opportunities | Online Oral | Scientific session2 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 28 June | 10.15 - 10.30 |
| DONKOR PAUL JUNIOR | Big data in education models, innovations, challenges, and future research directions. | Onsite Oral | Session no.3 - Big Data, AI & technology for better education and enabling sustainable development | 28 June | 11.30 - 11.45 |
| Upasana Singh, Prof. Vijaishri Tewari, Dr. Sudipta Das | A multi-dimensional scale development for the digital workforce competencies: an exploratory study | Online Oral | Session no.3 - Big Data, AI & technology for better education and enabling sustainable development | 28 June | 12.15 - 12.30 |
| Iryna Kubareva | HEI INNOVATIVE AND ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT ANALYSIS: STEPS AND TOOLS | Onsite poster | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Tamás Czeglédy, Csaba Debreczeny | Leadership approaches and sustainable production | Onsite Oral | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Tamer Abu-Alam | Learning at the Crossroads: The Education in the Age of Sustainability and the Digital Revolution | Onsite Oral | Scientific session1 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 27 June | 16.00 - 16.15 |
| Volodymyr Nochvai | Alignment of goals for decision support in innovation ecosystems | Onsite Oral | Scientific session2 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 28 June | 09.15 - 09.30 |
| Sóla Ailis NicUalghairg | Redefining Progress: Inclusivity and Diversity in Innovation and Research | Online Oral | Session no.5- Leave no one behind - Inclusivity and diversity for the transformations | 29 June | 09.15 - 09.30 |
| Swati Yadav, Dr. Vineet Tiwari | Examining the role of Green Culture and Green Behavior Involvement between Green Supply Chain Management and Sustainable Performance | Online Oral | Session no.5- Leave no one behind - Inclusivity and diversity for the transformations | 29 June | 09.30 - 09.45 |
| Tamer Abu-Alam | NORBIT: Norwegian Center for AI-Driven Green and Blue Innovation and Transformations | Onsite Oral | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| PHD Mihail Ivanov | European projects promoting circular economy and sustainable development in Varna region, Bulgaria | Onsite Oral | Scientific session1 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 27 June | 15.45 - 16.00 |
| Amna Aqeel, Zahid Hussain, Qurat-Ul-Ain Aqeel, Javaria Zafar, Naureen Ehsan, Mahnoor Tariq | Enrichment and Characterization of Hydrocarbon Degrading Bacteria from Various Oil-Contaminated Sites in Pakistan | Online Poster | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Haseeb Ahmad, Tamer Abu-Alam | Flood Resilience in Pakistan: Citizen Engagement, Government Initiatives, and Sustainable Development | Onsite Oral | Scientific session 4 - Science supports development | 28 June | 13.30 - 13.45 |
| Haseeb Ahmad, Ben Opara | Caroyal: Revolutionizing B2B E-Commerce with Sharing Economy Principles and Blockchain Transparency for Sustainable Global Trade | Onsite Oral | Session no.5- Leave no one behind - Inclusivity and diversity for the transformations | 29 June | 09.45 - 10.00 |
| Rukhma, Sikander Ali, Muhammad Jahangeer, Sarmad Ahmad Qamar | Entrapment of glucose oxidase from Aspergillus niger ISL-09 in poly (acrylamide-co-acrylic acid) hydrogels for improved stability and catalytic efficiency towards industrial applications | Online Oral | Scientific session 4 - Science supports development | 28 June | 14.15 - 14.30 |
| Muhammad Jahangeer, Ghulam Mustafa, Areej Riasat, Abid Sarwar, Shaista Nawaz, Naveed Munir | Evaluating the Ameliorating Potential of Plant Bioactive Compounds Against Nicotine-Induced Male Infertility | Online Oral | Scientific session 4 - Science supports development | 28 June | 14.00 - 14.15 |
| Qamar Abbas, Majida Atta Muhammad, Nisar Ahmad Shakir, Mehwish Aslam, Naeem Rashid | Molecular cloning and characterization of Pcal_0039, an ATP-/NAD+-independent DNA ligase from hyperthermophilic archaeon Pyrobaculum calidifontis | Online Poster | On-site/online poster session | 28 June | 15.30 - 16.30 |
| Constance Gosselin, Sophie Bürgi, Tamer Abu-Alam | Green sea urchin (Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis) population trends related to bioclimatic and biogeochemical variables: A spatio-temporal analysis in the North Atlantic and Arctic Ocean | Online Oral | Scientific session 4 - Science supports development | 28 June | 13.45 - 14.00 |
| Rosabel Martinez-Roig | Social Robots as Assistants to Promote Sustainable Habits and Attitudes Among Future Educators: an Experience from Co-creation and Environmental Psychology | Online Oral | Scientific session2 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 28 June | 09.00 - 09.15 |
| Vesela Dicheva | Entrepreneurial Approaches to the Circular Economy Transition in Bulgaria | Onsite Oral | Scientific session1 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 27 June | 15.30-15.45 |
| Galina Ilieva | Vocational Education and Training – a step to broaden professional horizons | Onsite Oral | Scientific session2 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 28 June | 09.45 - 10.00 |
| Galina Ilieva | Variable regimes and shock wave phenomena in converging-diverging nozzles | Onsite Oral | Session no.3 - Big Data, AI & technology for Better Education and Enabling Sustainable Development | 28 June | 11.45 - 12.00 |
| Mohamed Abd El-Hadi | Exploring New Frontiers in Raw Material Resources: Mineralogical Insights from the Umra-Mubarak-Abu Karahish Region | Online Oral | Scientific session 4 - Science supports development | 28 June | 14.30 - 14.45 |
| Cintia Molnar | Empathy and Innovation: Leveraging Design thinking alongside system thinking approaches in the circular economy (by the use of multiple courses) A personal, student experience. | Onsite Oral | Scientific session1 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 27 June | 16.15 - 16.30 |
| Vira Filatova, Olena Tsyplitska | How do technologies pass the first valley of death? | Workshop | Workshop | 27 June | 13.30 - 15:00 |
| Tsvetomir Zhelev, Tsvetelina Zheleva | Transition to Zero Carbon Emissions | Onsite Oral | Scientific session1 - The path to innovation and entrepreneurship through education | 27 June | 16.45 - 17.00 |