About the Journal

The Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Review (BSEMR) is an open-access peer-reviewed e-journal focusing on the Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean (BSEM), co-founded by the Laboratory for Black Sea and Mediterranean Studies (Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) and the School of Law of the University on Nicosia. It aims to publish and promote original research pertinent to the BSEM on a variety of disciplines, including politics and international relations, history, social and economic issues, energy, sustainable development, governance, culture and education. The broader purpose is to shape the discussion of regional issues through a rigorous scholarship selection and editing process. Meeting the highest international standards, the BSEMR aims to widely disseminate its content and engage in an international dialogue on regional issues.

Hybrid Conference / Call for Abstracts : “Discussing Stability and Peace in Turbulent Times: Local, Regional and International Ramifications of the War on Gaza” 2024-08-21

The Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Review (BSEMR) in partnership with Al Jazeera Centre for Studies organize a hybrid 2-day conference, on November 27-28, 2024. The physical workshop will take place in the premises of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.  The workshop will provide valuable feedback for further development of research findings. To this end, we will be delighted to receive your abstracts (250 words max.) and short CVs by October 18, 2024. The decision will be announced to the applicants by the end of October 2024.