On 28 May 2026, at the 4th European GREEN Conference in Vodice, research from the project ” Bioindicators and anthropogenic pressures in aquatic systems of the Mura-Drava-Danube Biosphere Reserve” (AQUA-BIOPRESS) was presented. The project leader, prof. Žuna Pfeiffer, delivered the presentation. The conference brought together scientists and experts from various fields, once again emphasising the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to addressing the challenges of climate change, environmental protection, and the implementation of sustainable development guidelines. The presentation of the AQUA-BIOPRESS project within the GREEN Project Zone contributed to the dissemination of results, the exchange of knowledge, and the establishment of new collaborations.

As part of the Erasmus+ programme for professional development, Matej Šag and Nikolina Bek, PhD, presented the AQUA-BIOPRESS project to the teaching staff and students of the Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences at the University “St Kliment Ohridski” – Bitola, Republic of North Macedonia. The presentation of the project goals, research activities, and expression of interest for further cooperation took place on 26 February 2026.

As part of the inter-county expert conference entitled “Scientific Achievements in Biology”, Tanja Žuna Pfeiffer, PhD, Full Professor presented the project “Bioindicators and anthropogenic pressures in aquatic systems of the Mura-Drava-Danube Biosphere Reserve (AQUA-BIOPRESS)”. The conference was held on 7 January 2026 at the Department of Biology and brought together scientists, teachers and lecturers to exchange knowledge about modern research in various fields of biology, with an emphasis on ecology, neurobiology, microbiology and applied biological research. The participants were informed about the project’s goals, planned activities and potential opportunities for involvement in its implementation.