Skill Up with the Blue Bio Techpreneurs Online Courses
Date and Time: 7.5.2026 11:00 CET
Over 3000 learners have boosted their skills with free online courses from the Blue Bio Techpreneurs project.
Join us to learn how you can too!
Entering the blue biotech sector can feel daunting, especially for those unsure where to begin.
The MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) developed by the BBT project has proved to be a powerful entry point, helping learners explore the blue bioeconomy and acquire high-value entrepreneurial and transversal skills.
Our guests will share their experiences of the MOOC and discuss:
- What it is for
- How it can be leveraged by educators
- How students, professionals and other learners can approach the course to best meet their needs
- What lies on the horizon for skills and training in the blue bioeconomy
To launch your blue skills journey, you can find our MOOC, previous webinars and learn more about our project at bluebiotechpreneurs.eu.
Join us and a growing network of Blue Bioeconomy professionals for opportunities and exchange at bluebiomatch.eu
Co-funded by the European Union under Grant Agreement ID 101124697. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
Speakers:
Celso Alves
Board President, Portuguese Association of Applied Algology (APAA)
Scientific Researcher, Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPL)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/celso-alves-323341123/
Associação Portuguesa de Algologia Aplicada: visão geral | LinkedIn
Politécnico de Leiria: publicações | LinkedIn
Celso Alves is a Blue Economy specialist with a strong focus on applied algology, marine bioresources, and innovation-driven sustainability. He currently serves as President of the Board of the Portuguese Association of Applied Algology (APAA), where he plays a key role in promoting the development, application, and valorisation of algae-based solutions across scientific, industrial, and policy-making communities.
Celso is also a Scientific Researcher at the Polytechnic of Leiria (IPL), where his work is dedicated to advancing knowledge and applied research within the Blue Economy framework. His research interests lie at the intersection of marine science, biotechnology, and sustainable resource management, contributing to the responsible use of aquatic ecosystems and the development of innovative, nature-based solutions.
Michele Ivone-Formica Rodríguez
Research Analyst, Restore Blue
Michele Ivone-Formica Rodríguez | LinkedIn
Restore Blue – Supporting Environmentally Sustainable Development For Offshore Wind Projects
Michele Ivone is a dedicated professional working at the intersection of marine environmental research, renewable energy, and the Blue Economy. His work focuses on supporting the promotion and integration of nature‑inclusive design solutions into offshore renewable energy infrastructures, contributing to the alignment of energy transition goals with marine ecosystem protection, while enabling the sustainable growth of the Blue Economy.
Restore Blue is a startup initiative dedicated to support the co-location of green energy infrastructure and the marine ecosystem by enhancing the opportunity for Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) developers to integrate Nature-Inclusive Designs into their project and contribute positively to local biodiversity.
Sabira Bokhari
Marine Biotechnologist and Researcher, Littoral Environnement et Sociétés (LIENSs)
LIttoral ENvironnement et Sociétés (LIENSs) – UMR 7266
Sabira Bokhari is a marine biotechnologist working at the intersection of marine and environmental governance, international cooperation, and sustainable development. Her work focuses on advancing integrated, inclusive, and science‑based approaches that support the long‑term resilience of marine and coastal ecosystems while creating social and economic value. Sabira is particularly motivated by the role of cooperation, equity, and knowledge‑sharing in driving meaningful environmental impact and supporting thriving ocean‑based communities.
LIENSs is an interdisciplinary joint research unit under the supervision of La Rochelle University. Its research focuses on the functioning, evolution, and sustainable use of coastal zones, with particular attention to global change and coastal urbanization.
Registration Information/ Link when existing:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4643485448952894041
Contact Information
webinars@bluebiotechpreneurs.eu