Baku State University (BSU) hosted the Republican Scientific Conference “Geographical Ecology: Theory, Methodology, and Practice,” dedicated to the 45th anniversary of the Department of Geographical Ecology and the 90th birthday of Honored Teacher, Professor Shovgisef Goychaysky.

Rector Elchin Babayev congratulated Professor Goychaysky and highlighted his outstanding contributions to environmental education and geographical ecology in Azerbaijan. Dean of the Faculty of Ecology and Soil Science Akif Agbabali spoke about the professor’s scientific legacy, noting his authorship of over 200 publications and his long-term leadership of the department.

Speeches were also delivered by leading scholars from BSU, the Institute of Geography, and other institutions. The conference received 232 abstracts from 30 organizations.

The event featured a video presentation and an address by Professor Goychaysky, who expressed his gratitude and encouraged young researchers to strive for continuous growth and service to their country.

The conference continued with sectional sessions.