Borgahan Gumussoy

• Leads development of autonomous underwater drones for ecosystem monitoring and coral restoration.
• Built partnerships with Heriot-Watt University, University of Bristol, UCL, and University of Southampton.
• Secured Innovate UK New Innovators grant (£50,000).
• Co-authored US$1.5M CORDAP CLIP grant.
• Established conservation collaborations with Mediterranean Conservation Society, Blue Marine Foundation, LINI, and NBRC.
• Built advisory board across science, robotics, and industry.
• Founder and CEO of SeaVox Ltd, a UK-based deep-tech startup developing autonomous underwater systems for scalable coral reef restoration. Leads strategic vision, partnerships, and interdisciplinary development across robotics, AI, marine biology, and ecosystem restoration. Website: www.seavox.co.uk

• Published over 10 articles on ecology, hydrology, and climate resilience.

Conducted detailed analysis of socio-ecological implications of Lake Chad's drying.

• Investigated innovative aquaculture and coral nursery systems in 'The Mystery of the Cages.'
• Managed multiple writing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
• Translated complex topics into clear language to enhance audience accessibility.
• Critiqued challenges of corporate environmental claims in 'Greenwashing in Corporate Sustainability.'
• Examined Mediterranean ecological crisis and proposed restoration solutions.
• Participated in editorial meetings to provide insights for project direction.

• Worked directly with the Chairman on strategic development of solar desalination technology.
• Gained experience with R&D; tax credits and SEIS/EIS fundraising.
• Supported investor materials, corporate strategy, and project development.

• Supported community-led environmental campaigns and public engagement.

• Assisted on Ankara-Istanbul High-Speed Railway Project (US$1.3B).
• Coordinated engineers, timelines, and communications between Turkish and Chinese contractors.