The University of Jordan organizes a local workshop in Aqaba as part of the EU-funded PROMPT Project.
Coral Beach Hotel, Aqaba – May 29, 2025
The University of Jordan, in collaboration with the PROMPT Project consortium, successfully hosted a high-level local workshop on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at the Coral Beach Hotel in Aqaba. The event gathered key stakeholders, researchers, and environmental experts to present and discuss the outcomes of the EU-funded research project:
“Preparedness for Operational Monitoring and Prediction of Contaminant Transport in the Sea" (PROMPT)
The workshop opened with a welcome address from Prof. Riyad Manasrah, PROMPT Project Coordinator and representative of the University of Jordan (Physics Department), who emphasized the university's commitment to environmental research and regional cooperation in addressing marine pollution challenges.
Participants benefited from a technical presentation by Prof. Dr. Mohammad Rasheed on “Effects of Oil and Chemical Spills in the Seas and Introduction to a Decision Support System (DSS)," highlighting the urgent need for predictive tools and response mechanisms in the face of marine environmental hazards.
This was followed by a two-part session delivered by Prof. Manasrah, summarizing the scientific findings and key outputs of the PROMPT Project. The second part featured a tutorial video demonstrating the Decision Support System's capabilities, including real-time simulations, risk assessment tools, and satellite-based spill detection functionalities.
The event concluded with a fruitful discussion session and stakeholder engagement, where participants explored future collaborations and the practical implementation of PROMPT tools in local and regional contexts.
By organizing this important workshop, the University of Jordan continues to play a leading role in promoting scientific innovation and sustainability, reinforcing its position as a hub for marine science and environmental protection in the Mediterranean region.
Agenda for Aqaba Workshop – PROMPT Project – Thursday 29/5/2025 Coral Beach Hotel - Aqaba |
| Time | Activity |
10:00
| Registration |
| 10:15 – 10:20 | Welcome by Project Coordinator – Prof. Riyad Manasrah |
| 10:20 – 10:40 | Presentation: "Effects of Oil and Chemical Spills in the Seas, Introduction to a Decision Support System" – Prof. Dr. Mohamamd Rasheed |
| 10:40 – 11:10 | Presentation: "Summary and Outcomes of the PROMPT Project" (1) – Prof. Riyad Manasrah |
| 11:10 – 11:30 | Coffee Break |
| 11:30 – 12:00 | Presentation: "Summary and Outcomes of the PROMPT Project" (2)-DSS tutorial video – Prof. Riyad Manasrah |
| 12:00 – 12:30 | Discussion and Closing |
| 12:30 | Coffee Break
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