Zero Gathering Evaluation Meeting
Moderator: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan SülünSpeakers: Yahya Göztepe, Hülya Koloğlu, Gül Ilgaz, Zero People (Emre Gökçen, Özgür Kavurmacıoğlu, Derin Uludağ, Saye Özçelik, Umut Kambak, Büşra Aydagün)At this gathering, where we came together with the residents of Bozcaada to discuss the island’s future, we aimed to bring to life the ideas we have been working on for a long time. Starting from the island’s zero point, our goal was not only to initiate transformation but als
Data-Driven Waste Management: Wastelog Talk
Data-DrIven Waste Management: Wastelog Talk Speakers: Okay Çelik, Ertuğ Sargut As part of Zero Gathering, we organized a discussion session to raise awareness about waste management and explore the role of digitalization in making the process more efficient. For this event, we hosted Okay Çelik and Ertuğ Sargut, co-founders of Waste Log. Held at Coffee […]
Bozcaada Maritime Culture Talks
Organized by Zero Movement, the Bozcaada Maritime Culture Discussion Session focused on the current state of Bozcaada’s marine ecosystem and the endangered coral reef species "Cladocora Caespitosa."Guided by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Barış Özalp, the session provided valuable insights into Bozcaada’s marine environment. The discussion emphasized the ecological role of "Cladocora Caespitosa" as a crucial part of the Mediterranean biodiversity, highlighting its importance and the urgent need for c
The Importance of Data and the Smart Island
As part of Zero Gathering, the discussion session "The Importance of Data and the Smart Island" was led by Prof. Dr. İbrahim Öztürkcan, an expert in data science. During the event, he explained the critical role of data in modern life and how it simplifies daily experiences through practical examples.The discussion explored how everyone contributes to data collection through their mobile devices and how this information is utilized across different fields. A particular focus was placed on t
Re*MInd ArtIst Talks SessIons
As part of Zero Gathering Discussion Sessions, Re*Mind Art Research Conversations were also included, bringing together artists conducting their creative and research-based artistic productions under the mentorship of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan Sülün.The Re*Mind Artist Talks Sessions focused on the dialogue between both host and guest artists and Bozcaada. These discussions explored how artists engaged with the island throughout their creative processes.During the Host Artists Session, ar
UnderstandIng Plastic Recycling: Awareness Dialogue
As part of Zero Gathering, three events were organized to raise awareness about plastic waste recycling and provide practical solutions. These sessions featured Niyazi Doğan Öncü, the founder of P-Lab, a plastic recycling workshop in Istanbul, and Can Görsev, the owner of Coffee Shelter in Bozcaada, who shared their experiences and insights on plastic waste transformation and its practical applications.The discussion session focused on highlighting the environmental challenges posed by pla
From Tradition to Future: Culinary Art and Culture
As part of Zero Gathering, the discussion session "From Tradition to Future: Culinary Art and Culture" was held under the moderation of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan Sülün. The event featured a diverse panel of speakers, including TUNCA, who shared insights from his journey in building a gastronomic culture in Ayvalık, Hülya Koloğlu, Ümit Hamlacıbaşı, and Yahya Göztepe, who explored the past, present, and future of Bozcaada’s culinary heritage.The discussion focused on the cultural h
Building Culture and Art Locally: Environments, Belonging, and Sustainability
As part of Zero Gathering, the discussion session "Building Culture and Art Locally: Spaces, Belonging, and Continuity" was moderated by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan Sülün. The event brought together key figures from the cultural and artistic landscape of Bozcaada and the North Aegean region, including artists, writers, and cultural leaders, to explore the historical development of culture and art on the island, methods for preserving cultural heritage, and future steps for cultural initiatives