SaltyBEATS 1st Annual Meeting alongside the 5th Training School of the COST SUSTAIN Training School and the MSE 1.0 Hackathon

The SaltyBEATS project successfully held its first Annual Meeting, organized alongside the 5th Training School of the COST Action SUSTAIn and the MSE 1.0 Hackathon at the Manouba School of Engineering (Tunisia).

This important milestone provided the consortium with the opportunity to reflect on the progress achieved during the first year of the project and to consolidate future directions.

Bringing together research, training, and innovation, these events created a valuable platform to strengthen collaboration and exchange knowledge on key challenges such as soil salinization, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable land management.

Key highlights included:

• Strengthening synergies between SaltyBEATS and the COST Action SUSTAIn

• Active participation in interdisciplinary discussions bridging science, innovation, and practice

• Engagement in the MSE 1.0 Hackathon, showcasing innovative GeoAI-driven solutions and highlighting the inspiration drawn from a driven and enthusiastic young generation

• Meaningful interactions with students, researchers, and stakeholders

These initiatives underscore the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing Nature-based Solutions and addressing global environmental challenges.

We sincerely thank the organizers, participants, and collaborators for this enriching experience and look forward to continued cooperation in the next phases of the project.