Publications by authors named "İshak Altinpinar"

In parallel with the rising world population, consumption is increasing. Seafarers work intensively for the continuity of consumption. Vessel crew work under contract for specific periods.

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  • The Mediterranean Sea is really polluted, especially with tiny pieces of plastic called microplastics.
  • Researchers have looked at many studies about this pollution over the past few years, focusing mostly on fish and other sea animals.
  • There are still big gaps in our understanding, especially in the southern parts of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea, so more studies need to be done in a more organized way.
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Background: New technologies for ships affect many aspects of seafarers' lives at work. Nowadays, many shipowners provide their ships with internet access for the personal use of the crew. After all these developments, nomophobia is no longer a phenomenon far from seafarers.

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Maritime transportation is indispensable for world trade. Marine casualties have serious consequences. The majority of the accidents in the maritime industry are caused by human error.

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Given the needs of the growing world population, the importance of the transportation sector has steadily increased. Maritime and aviation fields are considered two crucial parts of this sector. Transportation accidents must be minimized in order to ensure timely delivery of natural resources, sustainable production and safety of life and property.

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