The challenges posed by energy depletion and environmental pollution have become increasingly severe, elevating the issues facing the ocean to one of the most urgent topics of our time. As the largest ecosystem on Earth, the ocean serves as a vital resource that supports the livelihoods of hundreds of millions of people. However, phenomena such as overfishing, ocean acidification, rising sea levels, and plastic pollution are rapidly disrupting the ocean's ecological balance, posing significant threats to global economic development and human well-being. Addressing these complex and multifaceted challenges requires collaboration that extends beyond the capabilities of any single discipline or nation.
The "International Conference on Transdisciplinary Solutions for Ocean Challenges" (ICTSOC) aims to respond to the current ocean crisis by highlighting the critical importance of interdisciplinary and transboundary collaboration. The transnational and cross-sectoral nature of oceanic challenges necessitates the integration of diverse perspectives spanning natural sciences, social sciences, economics, and public policy to develop comprehensive and sustainable solutions. To this end, the conference convenes leading experts and scholars from around the globe to explore innovative approaches for addressing oceanic issues through cross-disciplinary collaboration.
