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International Sustainability Short Film Festival ended with a glorious premiere

International Sustainability Short Film Festival ended with a glorious premiere

The International Sustainability Short Film Festival, which was organized for the first time in cooperation with Istanbul Gelisim University Public Relations and Promotion Directorate and the Faculty of Fine Arts, ended with a magnificent gala after a three-day program. The festival provided an important platform for young filmmakers around the world to express themselves. …

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Academic cooperation protocol signed between IGU and Uzbekistan Renaissance University of Education

Academic cooperation protocol signed between IGU and Uzbekistan Renaissance University of Education

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) continues its international collaborations with the aim of strengthening its academic ties with the Turkish world. In this regard, an important academic cooperation protocol was signed between IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin and Uzbekistan Renaissance University of Education Rector Prof. Nusratilla Barakayev. …

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TTO authorities presented certificate to IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin

TTO authorities presented certificate to IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Technology Transfer Office (TTO) participated actively in the MUSIAD EXPO 2024 Fair held in TÜYAP last week. The participation certificate given to the IGU Technology Transfer Office due to its contributions at the MUSIAD Expo was prrsented by the TTO officials to the Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin. …

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Game Jam Event at IGU Draws Significant Attention!

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), in collaboration with TEKMER (IGU Technology Development Center) and Cim Games, successfully hosted the Game Jam event, bringing together students and young entrepreneurs passionate about gaming. The event provided participants with a platform to enhance their creative thinking and game development skills.…

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IGU, which took part in the EAIE fair in France, is developing its collaborations in Europe!

IGU, which took part in the EAIE fair in France, is developing its collaborations in Europe!

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) participated in the 34th European Association for International Education (EAIE) International Education Fair held in Toulouse, France between 17-20 September 2024. Alisa Usubova Aliyev, International Exchange and Cooperation Office Coordinator representing Istanbul Gelisim University, took part in the fair.…

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Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin visited IGU TTO booth at MÜSİAD Expo 2024 Fair!

Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin visited IGU TTO booth at MÜSİAD Expo 2024 Fair!

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Technology Transfer Office (TTO), which stands out with its many projects and collaborations in scientific and technological fields, continues its activities. At the MÜSİAD Expo 2024 Fair held between 26-29 November, the Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, Vice Rector in Charge of R&D Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı visited the IGU TTO booth. Prof. Bahri Şahin was informed about the latest status of the projects carried out by the Technology Transfer Office and the intense interest of the visitors to the booth during the fair. …

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Illustration exhibition with the "Design from Character to Game"theme was opened

Illustration exhibition with the "Design from Character to Game"theme was opened

İstanbul Esenyurt University Asst. Prof. Kevser Soydan's illustration exhibition with the theme of "Design from Character to Game" was opened at Istanbul Gelisim University. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Vice Rectors Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı, Prof. Nuri Kuruoğlu, Dean of Istanbul Esenyurt University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Prof. Sait Yilmaz and IGU SATMER Director Mustafa GÜNAY participated to the exhibition. …

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International Sustainability Short Film Festival has started!

International Sustainability Short Film Festival has started!

The International Sustainability Short Film Festival, organized for the first time in cooperation with Istanbul Gelisim University, Public Relations and Promotion Directorate and the Faculty of Fine Arts, has started. The festival offers a significant opportunity for young filmmakers around the world to express themselves. After the silence and the National Anthem, the opening speech was made by Abdulkadir Gayretli, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), and Ahmet Bikiç, Festival Director and Vice President of Istanbul Gelisim University Corporate Communication and Promotion Department. …

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With its vision of becoming a world university, Istanbul Gelisim University has achieved another significant milestone.

With its vision of becoming a world university, Istanbul Gelisim University has achieved another significant milestone.

Istanbul Gelisim University participated in the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) Deep Tech Talent Days held on November 12-13, 2024, delivering strong international visibility and drawing attention as the only university from Türkiye with an accepted project. …

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IGU Technology Transfer Office attended MUSIAD Expo 2024!

IGU Technology Transfer Office attended MUSIAD Expo 2024!

MUSIAD Expo 2024 Fair has started. IGU Technology Transfer Office (TTO) participated in the fair held in Tüyap between 26-29 November. İGÜ TTO's innovative unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), VTOL UAVs that can take off and land vertically and drones with gripper mechanisms, which are exhibited at the fair, attract great attention from domestic and international investors.…

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One can understand the fake honey in the laboratory!

One can understand the fake honey in the laboratory!

The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry spotted that some honeys sold with the label "natural honey" in grocery stores, markets and on the internet were fake. Dr. Eda Şensu Demir discussed the fake honey issue, which often comes up. Demir gave information about the contents of fake honeys offered for sale in order to mislead the consumer and to make unfair profits. She explained the ways to understand which of the honeys on the market are fake and which are real/natural. Evaluating the fake honey news that has been frequently on the agenda recently, Istanbul Gelisim University Vocational School Food Technology Program Lecturer Eda Şensu Demir stated: "Fake honey can lead to digestive system disorders, headaches and diseases such as obesity, hyperglycemia and liver and kidney damage in the long term." Speaking about the methods of distinguishing fake honey, Demir said that the only sure way to distinguish fake honey from natural one is through laboratory analysis. …

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"Conservation of Nature and Wildlife for Sustainable Tourism" project has been completed

"Conservation of Nature and Wildlife for Sustainable Tourism" project has been completed

"Conservation of Nature and Wildlife for Sustainable Tourism" project, which is carried out by the Directorate General for Nature Conservation and National Parks 15th Regional Directorate and Malatya Provincial Branch Directorate and supported by the Fırat Development Agency, has been successfully completed.…

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TTO and TEKMER Managers in Istanbul met at Bezmialem Foundation University

TTO and TEKMER Managers in Istanbul met at Bezmialem Foundation University

Bezmialem Foundation University Fatih Campus hosted a breakfast meeting where Technology Transfer Offices (TTO) and TEKMER managers in Istanbul came together. At the meeting, the transfer of technological know-how in universities to industry, the role of TTOs in this process and the importance of the commercialization process were discussed.…

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Sustainability with the Power of Cinema: International Short Film Festival from IGU

Sustainability with the Power of Cinema: International Short Film Festival from IGU

Istanbul Gelisim University offers young filmmakers around the world an important opportunity to express themselves with the International Sustainable Short Film Festival, which will be organized for the first time in cooperation with the Directorate of Public Relations and Promotion and the Faculty of Fine Arts. The festival, which will take place between 27-29 November 2024, aims to emphasize environmental awareness and social responsibility through cinema by focusing on the sustainable development goals of the United Nations. …

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A visit from the Young Leaders to IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin!

A visit from the Young Leaders to IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin!

Young leaders who came together under the leadership of Afyonkarahisar Kendin Yap (DIY) Association within the scope of the project named Youth Organizational Leadership (YOL) supported by the European Union, visited Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Rector Prof. Bahri Sahin in his office.…

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Dubai Chocolate may increase the type 2 diabetes risk in the long term!

Dubai Chocolate may increase the type 2 diabetes risk in the long term!

Dubai chocolate, which has become widespread both in production and consumption in recent days, brings many health problems when consumed frequently. Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist Asst. Prof. Merve Bayram explained the harms of Dubai chocolate and the aspects that threaten human health. …

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IGU and Proficiency Institute, one of the 15 winning consortia of the EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative’s Call for Training Proposals 2024.

IGU and Proficiency Institute, one of the 15 winning consortia of the EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative’s Call for Training Proposals 2024.

We are pleased to announce our project CyberShield Innovators has been selected as one of the winners of the Call for Training Proposals 2024, under the EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative. The EIT Deep Tech Talent Initiative is a project of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and is funded by the European Commission. This recognition highlights our commitment to promoting deep tech education and skills development in Europe.…

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A visit from the Cultural Attaché of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Ankara to IGU!

A visit from the Cultural Attaché of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Ankara to IGU!

In order to strengthen international cooperation in the field of education, Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) hosted Assoc. Prof. Faysal Osra, the Cultural Attaché of the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Ankara. The visit focused on improving educational relations between the two countries and providing more opportunities for students from Saudi Arabia. …

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AHPGS Evaluation Committee visited IGU within the scope of renewal of accreditations

The German Accreditation Agency in Health and Social Sciences (AHPGS), which aims to increase the quality of education by carrying out the accreditation studies of various education programs in the field of Health and Social Sciences, visited Istanbul Gelisim University between 10-12 November 2024 within the scope of discussing and renewing the international accreditation processes of the Faculty of Health Sciences academic programs.…

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The "Ataturk Commemoration" program was held at IGU!

The "Ataturk Commemoration" program was held at IGU!

Ghazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was commemorated at IGU on the 86th anniversary. Commemoration program was carried out with the contributions of IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences Asst. Prof. Abdullah Yüksel Barut, Research Author Dr. Onur Uzer. The program started with the opening speech of IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, then continued with Yüksel Barut's and Dr. Onur Uzer's speeches. In the program, the folk songs, poems and zeibek dance that Ghazi Atatürk loved were also included.…

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IGU Faculty of Dentistry 2024-2025 Academic Year White Coat Ceremony was held!

IGU Faculty of Dentistry 2024-2025 Academic Year White Coat Ceremony was held!

Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Dentistry organized a "2024-2025 Academic Year White Coat Ceremony" for students who have just started the faculty this year. Students took their first steps to become the dentists of the future.…

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2023-2024 Academic Year Interior Architecture and Environmental Design Mixed Student Projects Exhibition was opened!

2023-2024 Academic Year Interior Architecture and Environmental Design Mixed Student Projects Exhibition was opened!

Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Fine Arts Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design organized the "2023-2024 Education Period Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (Turkish&English) Mixed Student Portraits Exhibition" within the scope of the 2023-2024 Education Period. …

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Great interest in academic literacy education supported by TUBITAK!

Great interest in academic literacy education supported by TUBITAK!

Academic literacy education organized by IGU faculty member Dr. Esat Daşdemir titled "Academic Reading, Research, Writing and Publishing Education for Associate and Undergraduate Students" attracted great attention. Hundreds of people applied from 90 different universities that met the criteria for participation in education. During the 20-day announcement and application process, the web page of the project, Akademiloji.com, received more than 2500 unique visitors.…

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China's East China Jiaotong University and Istanbul Gelisim University have reached a cooperation agreement!

China's East China Jiaotong University and Istanbul Gelisim University have reached a cooperation agreement!

Representatives from one of China's reputable universities, East China Jiaotong University (ECJTU), scheduled a visit to Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) on November 6, 2024. While IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Sahin, Vice Rectors Prof. Arda Ozturkcan, Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı, Prof. Nuri Kuruoğlu, and International Exchange and Cooperation Coordinator Alisa Usubova attended the meeting as part of the visit on behalf of Istanbul Gelişim University, senior academic and administrative administrators, including Rector Liu Hesheng, TTO Director Chen Ke, Human Resources Director Li Dongwei, International School Dean Zhu Wanghai, and Technology Transfer Center Director Luo Guoliang, attended on behalf of ECJTU.…

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The number of records in the IGU Institutional Open Access Archive has exceeded 8,300!

The number of records in the IGU Institutional Open Access Archive has exceeded 8,300!

Istanbul Gelisim University Institutional Open Access Archive (DSpace@Gelisim) continues its rise in the Turkish Academic Archive “Harman” system prepared by TUBITAK. As of October 2024, DSpace@Gelisim, which rose to 63rd place among Turkish institutional open access archives, has also exceeded 8,300 in terms of the number of materials.…

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International Group Painting Exhibition by IGU and Shumen University Faculty Members!

International Group Painting Exhibition by IGU and Shumen University Faculty Members!

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) and Shumen University faculty members in Bulgaria organized an international group painting exhibition at Nikola Marinov Art Gallery. The exhibition was curated by Prof. İsmet Çavuşoğlu, a faculty member of the Graphic Design Department of Istanbul Gelisim University's Faculty of Fine Arts. The opening of the exhibition was carried out by Istanbul Gelisim University Vice Rector Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı.…

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Sudan Consulate General in Istanbul and Sudanese Authorities Visited Istanbul Gelisim University!

Sudan Consulate General in Istanbul and Sudanese Authorities Visited Istanbul Gelisim University!

Istanbul Gelisim University hosted Sudan Consulate General in Istanbul Osama Mahgoub, Sudan Student Association President Mohammed Eid and Sudan Diaspora Foreign Relations Officer Ali Mustafa. Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, Vice Rectors Prof. Nuri Kuruoğlu, Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı and Corporate Communication and Promotion Department Head Asst. Prof. Bülent Değirmenci attended the meeting.…

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II. International Short Film, Video and Photography Symposium was held!

II. International Short Film, Video and Photography Symposium was held!

Organized by the Department of Radio, Television and Cinema of Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Faculty of Fine Arts and supported by the T.R. General Directorate of Cinema of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, International Short Film, Video and Photography Symposium was successfully completed.…

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Awards were given at the International II. Dicle Documentary and Short Film Festival!

Awards were given at the International II. Dicle Documentary and Short Film Festival!

At the II. International Dicle Documentary and Short Film Festival Conference held in Diyarbakır awards were given to the films that made it to the finals. The festival, which was held for the second time this year, received applications for 3 thousand 64 films from 116 countries. After nine months, the finalists have been announced. The final 24 films were shown for two days and interviews were held. Immediately after the interviews held between 2-3 November, speeches were made after the silence and the National Anthem. Then, the top three films were shown and plaques were presented. …

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Faculty of Health Sciences 2024-2025 Academic Year Opening Meeting held!

Faculty of Health Sciences 2024-2025 Academic Year Opening Meeting held!

The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) at Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) organized an opening meeting for the 2024-2025 academic year, with the participation of Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, Vice-Rectors Prof. Nuri Kuruoğlu, Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı, Prof. Arda Öztürkcan, and FHS Dean Prof. Rıfat Mutuş and FHS faculty members. Prof. Mutuş inaugurated the meeting with a detailed presentation reflecting on data and key developments from the 2023-2024 academic year.…

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Assoc. Prof. Nuri Sezer's Retrospective "YaşArt" illustration exhibition opened

Assoc. Prof. Nuri Sezer's Retrospective "YaşArt" illustration exhibition opened

The exhibition, which includes Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Fine Arts lecturer Assoc. Prof. Nuri Sezer's 45 illustration artworks and curated by Istanbul Gelisim University Art and Design Application and Research Center (SATMER) Director Asst. Prof. Mustafa Günay, carried out with the IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin's participation.…

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IGU's rise in the URAP Türkiye Ranking continues!

IGU's rise in the URAP Türkiye Ranking continues!

The 'Türkiye Ranking 2024-2025‘ data, prepared by the University Ranking by Academic Performance Laboratory (URAP), established by the Middle East Technical University (METU) Informatics Institute in 2009, ranking the universities with the highest academic performance, has been published. According to the report, Istanbul Gelisim University ranked 117th in Türkiye, rising 15 places, while ranking 24th among foundation universities.…

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IGU Faculty Member Esat Taşdemir will organize TUBITAK-supported training!

IGU Faculty Member Esat Daşdemir will organize TUBITAK-supported training!

Within the scope of the activities of TUBITAK 2237-A Educational Activities Support Program organized to encourage higher education students who are open to scientific development and have future goals to conduct scientific research and publications by bringing them together with academicians, IGU Faculty Member Dr. Esat Daşdemir will organize a training event titled "Academic Reading, Research, Writing and Publishing Training for Associate and Undergraduate Students".…

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The artworks of IGU artists were exhibited in Bulgaria

The artworks of IGU artists were exhibited in Bulgaria

Istanbul Gelisim University hosted the international art exhibition held in Targovishte, Bulgaria. At the invitation of the management of the Nikola Marinov State Art Gallery, ten art instructors from our university and six artists from Shumen University Bishop Konstantin of Preslav came together at the opening of the exhibition on October 17, 2024. …

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IGU conferred Honorary Doctorate Degree to Binali Yıldırım

IGU conferred Honorary Doctorate Degree to Binali Yıldırım

Istanbul Gelisim University 2024-2025 Academic Year Opening Ceremony and Honorary Doctorate Appointment Ceremony were held. The first opening lecture was given by Binali Yıldırım, the last Prime Minister of the Republic of Türkiye and the Chairman of the Aksakallar Delegation of the Organization of Turkic States (TDT). In addition, with the senate decision taken by the university, Binali Yıldırım was awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree. …

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IGU Gastronomy students prepared a special meal for Binali Yıldırım!

IGU Gastronomy students prepared a special meal for Binali Yıldırım!

After the opening of Istanbul Gelisim University 2024-2025 academic year and Honorary Doctorate Ceremony, IGU Gastronomy Department students offered a special dinner to the last Prime Minister, Binali Yıldırım. Chairman of the Board of Trustees of IGU Abdülkadir Gayretli, Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, Secretary General Assoc. Prof. Serdar Egeli attended.…

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IGU signed a protocol with Volo Composite at Saha Expo!

IGU signed a protocol with Volo Composite at Saha Expo!

Istanbul Gelisim University Technology Transfer Office signed a strategic protocol with Volo Composite at Saha Expo’24 Fair with the participation of Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin. Interviews were also held with many companies visiting the IGU TTO booth within the scope of cooperation.…

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Protocol between IGU and IMM: Possible collaborations discussed

Protocol between IGU and IMM: Possible collaborations discussed

A consultation meeting was held between Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) and Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) regarding international projects for the 2024-2025 academic year within the scope of project collaboration studies.…

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TUBITAK 1002 support for Lect. Tuğba Saray Çetinkaya's project!

TUBITAK 1002 support for Lect. Tuğba Saray Çetinkaya's project!

Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School Lecturer Tuğba Saray Çetinkaya's project titled "IoT and Machine Learning Based System Design for the Estimation of Particulate Matter Density in the Air in the Hospital Environment" was entitled to receive support within the scope of TUBITAK 1002A Rapid Support Module.…

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Great success from AgroBits: Among the best in Türkiye!

Great success from AgroBits: Among the best in Türkiye!

Istanbul Gelisim University team AgroBits achieved great success in the Agricultural Technologies category at TEKNOFEST Mediterranean and became one of the best in Türkiye.…

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New horizons in education and innovation from IGU: Strategic protocol with Air Anka!

New horizons in education and innovation from IGU: Strategic protocol with Air Anka!

Istanbul Gelisim University has signed an important cooperation with Air Anka Airlines Inc. Istanbul Gelisim University Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin IGU Faculty of Applied Sciences, Department of Banking and Insurancelecturer Dr. Tayfun Timuray and Air Anka Airlines Inc. Chairman Serkan Yazıcıoğlu participated to the protocol.…

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Istanbul Gelisim University Student Nuri Kılıç Became World Karate Champion

Istanbul Gelisim University Student Nuri Kılıç Became World Karate Champion

Nuri Kılıç, a student of Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Sports Sciences, won the title of "World Champion" in the U21 Men's Kumite branch-60 kg at the World Cadet, Junior, U21 Karate Championship. IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin hosted Nuri Kılıç in his office and presented the congratulatory document.…

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The future of the Middle East was discussed at the 9th International Middle East Symposium

The future of the Middle East was discussed at the 9th International Middle East Symposium

The 9th International Middle East Symposium organized by Istanbul Gelisim University was held this year under the title of "New Geopolitical Breaks and Sovereignty Problems in the Middle East". In the symposium, where many experts from the Middle East geography participated as participants, Prof. Şenol Durgun stated that the fire in the Middle East is getting closer to Türkiye.…

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Cem Öğretir trains the communicators of the future at IGU

Cem Öğretir trains the communicators of the future at IGU

Famous presenter Cem Öğretir started to teach "Advanced Television Journalism and Announcement" course at Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Applied Sciences. Öğretir, who meet with students every Wednesday, contribute to the professional development of young communicators by sharing his experiences in the sector.…

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Intense interest from art lovers in the opening of IGU SATMER!

Intense interest from art lovers in the opening of IGU SATMER!

Istanbul Gelisim University Art and Design Application and Research Center (SATMER) opened its doors to art lovers on October 9. IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin emphasized the importance he attaches to art at every opportunity. SATMER Director Mustafa Günay's special exhibition, which consisting of 3 series, attracted great attention.…

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Remarkable investor interest in IGU's debut project at ISIF24!

Remarkable investor interest in IGU's debut project at ISIF24!

The Technology Transfer Office of Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU TTO) will present two projects at the "9th International Invention Fair" at the "ISIF 2024 Demo Day," which will take place in Adana from October 2–6, 2024. Investors showed quite a deal of interest in IGU's first project.…

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Our Faculty Member Deemed Worthy to Receive Research Grant from TUBITAK

Asst. Prof. Deniz Şentürk’s Project Secures TÜBİTAK 1001 Funding!

The project titled "Prediction of Injuries in Elite Football Players Using Machine Learning Methods (124E474)", which was applied for within the scope of the "1001-SPORTS RESEARCH" call, led by Dr. Deniz Şentürk from Istanbul Gelisim University, Faculty of Sports Sciences, has been deemed to be supported. …

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IGU faculty member Assoc. Prof. Ali Çelik has been awarded a TUBITAK research scholarship!

IGU faculty member Assoc. Prof. Ali Çelik has been awarded a TUBITAK research scholarship!

The 2219 International Postdoctoral Research Project titled "Investigating the impact of international labour standards, income distribution, war industry and democracy on global warming in the context of the circular economy and the net zero emissions target for developed and developing countries by Assoc. Prof. Ali Çelik from the Department of Electronic Commerce and Management, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Istanbul Gelisim University has been awarded support by TUBITAK.…

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Our Faculty Member Deemed Worthy to Receive Research Grant from TUBITAK

Our Faculty Member Deemed Worthy to Receive Research Grant from TUBITAK

The research project prepared by Asst. Prof. Engincan Yıldız from the Department of New Media and Communication, Faculty of Applied Sciences at Istanbul Gelisim University, has been deemed suitable for support by TUBITAK. Our faculty member is conducting his research abroad within the scope of the TUBITAK 2219 International Postdoctoral Research Grant.…

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IGU Faculty Member Assoc. Prof. Ugur Baloğlu has been awarded a TÜBİTAK research scholarship!

IGU Faculty Member Assoc. Prof. Ugur Baloğlu has been awarded a TÜBİTAK research scholarship!

Assoc. Prof. Ugur Baloğlu from the Faculty of Applied Sciences has been awarded the TUBITAK 2219 Postdoctoral Research Scholarship Abroad for his research on Turkish TV series in the USA and has successfully completed his work. …

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YÖK (Council of Higher Education) evaluated universities: IGU ranked 1st in 3 categories

YÖK (Council of Higher Education) evaluated universities: IGU ranked 1st in 3 categories

The "University Monitoring and Evaluation General Report-2024" prepared by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) was published. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), which stood out in 6 fields last year, stood out in 10 fields this year with its studies. While IGU was at the top with its studies in the field of water saving investment and energy efficiency investment per the amount of water consumed in the "Sustainability" category, which is one of the evaluations made by the Council of Higher Education, it maintained its 1st place as the university with the most accredited undergraduate programs.…

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Visit from Uzbekistan Presidential Delegation to IGU

Visit from Uzbekistan Presidential Delegation to IGU

Asilbek Murtazaev and Shukrob Abdikhafizov from the Presidency of Uzbekistan, Ergash Juamev representing the Ministry of Youth and Sports visited Istanbul Gelisim University. The visit aimed to develop cooperation between the two countries and to establish a stronger bond between IGU and Uzbekistan. …

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IGU achieved great success by being in the 1001-1200 rankings in THE World Universities Ranking 2025

IGU achieved great success by being in the 1001-1200 rankings in THE World Universities Ranking 2025

Istanbul Gelisim University has achieved great success by ranking in the top 500 in the field of Research Quality in the list of THE World Universities Ranking 2025, which includes many well-established institutions such as Oxford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University.…

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Golden-worth inventions from IGU!

Golden-worth inventions from IGU!

Within the scope of TEKNOFEST 2024, at the ISIF24 International Invention Fair organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Industry and Technology and the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office, IGU's inventions were evaluated by the jury and awarded.…

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Istanbul Gelisim University to Host the 9th International Middle East Symposium

Istanbul Gelisim University to Host the 9th International Middle East Symposium

Istanbul Gelisim University will host the 9th International Middle East Symposium on October 15-16, 2024. The event has been granted support by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜBİTAK).…

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70% of children quit sports by the age of 14

70% of children quit sports by the age of 14

According to ISTANBUL(UAV) -World Health Organization health statistics, 24.8 percent of children aged 6-9 in Türkiye are obese, while 40 percent of children in sports schools in Istanbul are in the overweight-obese category. In addition, children quit sports at the rate of 70 percent until they reach the age of 14. Assoc. Prof. Mehmet Soyal stated that the biggest reason for children to quit sports is family pressure, while Dietitian Hande Nur Onur Öztürk stated that children can be directed to healthy nutrition with the price policy in school canteens. …

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Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacir was at the 9th International Invention Fair!

Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacir was at the 9th International Invention Fair!

Turkpatent ISIF24 International Invention Fair, which was held for the 9th time within the scope of TEKNOFEST 2024 Adana, was opened with the participation of Mehmet Fatih Kacir, Minister of Industry and Technology.…

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VSHS 2024-2025 Academic Year Opening Meeting was held!

VSHS 2024-2025 Academic Year Opening Meeting was held!

The Opening Meeting of the 2024-2025 Academic Year of the Vocational School of Health Services was held. Rector Prof. Bahri Sahin, Vice Rector Prof. Nuri Kuruoglu, Prof. Necmettin Marasli, Prof. Arda Ozturkcan and VSHS instructors attended the meeting, which started with the opening speech of the Director of VSHS, Prof. Mustafa Nizamlioglu.…

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“2024-2025 Academic Year Student Orientation” was held successfully

“2024-2025 Academic Year Student Orientation” was held successfully

Istanbul Gelisim University organized "2024-2025 Academic Year Student Orientation" and "Welcome Event" for newly enrolled students. This event aimed to facilitate the adaptation processes by providing participants with in-depth information about the university's faculties and colleges.…

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A Significant Project from Istanbul Gelisim University: Drinking Water Lines Under Earthquake Effects

A Significant Project from Istanbul Gelisim University: Drinking Water Lines Under Earthquake Effects

Muhammet Ceylan, Lecturer in the Department of Construction Technology, Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School, started to work as a visiting researcher at the University of Colorado Boulder in the United States as part of the TUBITAK BİDEB 2214-A project as of September 2023. The project will continue for a year as part of Ceylan's doctoral dissertation.…

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Be careful when eating nuts! Expert warns: You may lost your teeth

Be careful when eating nuts! Expert warns: You may lost your teeth

The number of patients who applied to dentists with the complaint of tooth lost while consuming nuts has increased. Damage to the teeth, especially during chewing, caused dentists to raise an alarm. Specialist Dentist Nur Çatalbaş said, “Although nuts are known as healthy snacks, they can have unexpected negative effects on dental health. In cases where the fracture is big, the tooth may need to be extracted."…

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Ahmet Özel's "Magma/Lava" painting exhibition will meet art lovers at Odunpazarı Municipality Contemporary Art Gallery

Ahmet Özel's "Magma/Lava" painting exhibition will meet art lovers at Odunpazarı Municipality Contemporary Art Gallery

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Department Asst. Prof. Ahmet Özel's new exhibition “Magma/Lava” will meet with art lovers at Eskişehir Odunpazarı Municipality Contemporary Arts Gallery as of September 25.…

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IGU students achieved great success in the "GastroAntep Culture Route Festival"!

IGU students achieved great success in the "GastroAntep Culture Route Festival"!

Istanbul Gelisim University achieved a significant success at the "International Gaziantep Gastronomy Festival" held within the scope of the "GastroAntep Culture Route Festival" organized in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality. The festival brought together important names in the sector on September 15, 2024 and brought them together in gastronomy, culture and art events.…

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International Success from IGU: 5 academicians were included in the list of "World's Most Influential Scientists"!

International Success from IGU: 5 academicians were included in the list of "World's Most Influential Scientists"!

The “World's Most Influential Scientists” list published annually by Stanford University has been announced. This year's list included the names of 5 academicians from Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU). In the list, which was evaluated by many criteria such as the impact value of scientists' research, the number of published articles, the number of citations and international criteria, the academic achievements of IGU once again came to the fore.…

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Collaboration after international seminar at IGU: Agreement signed with two universities in UK!

Collaboration after international seminar at IGU: Agreement signed with two universities in UK!

Hosted by Istanbul Gelisim University Sports Sciences Application and Research Center Directorate and hosted by Center Director Assoc. Prof. Mustafa Can Koç, a seminar titled "Global Aging, Sports and Physical Exercise: The Role of Public Health in the 21st Century" was held on Monday, September 16, 2024. The seminar began with the opening speech of Vice Rector for R&D Prof. Necmettin Maraşlı.…

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The danger of the age in children: Obesity: Turn digitalization into an advantage

The danger of the age in children: Obesity: Turn digitalization into an advantage

Obesity, which is increasingly seen in childhood, brings with it not only excess weight but also various diseases. Drawing attention to the danger of childhood obesity, Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist Asst. Prof. Merve Bayram mentioned significant points to be considered, from nutrition to physical activity, in order to protect children from this risk.…

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Cooperation protocol with Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports from IGU Faculty of Sports Sciences!

Cooperation protocol with Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports from IGU Faculty of Sports Sciences!

A cooperation protocol was signed between Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Faculty of Sports Sciences and Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Youth and Sports. Abdulkadir Gayretli, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of IGU, Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin and Istanbul Provincial Youth and Sports Director Muhittin Özbay attended to the signing ceremony.…

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The "Opening Meeting at the Beginning of the Year" of Avcilar Counseling and Research Center was held at IGU

The "Opening Meeting at the Beginning of the Year" of Avcilar Counseling and Research Center was held at IGU

Avcilar Counseling and Research Center "Opening Meeting at the beginning of the year" was hosted by Istanbul Gelisim University with the participation of 200 school counselors and psychological counselors working in Avcilar district. IGU Secretary General Assoc. Prof. Serdar Egeli, Avcılar District Director of National Education Özcan Şahin, Avcılar Guidance and Research Center Director Vedat Yoldaş made their opening speeches at the meeting.…

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Istanbul Gelisim University participated in the University Impact Forum

Istanbul Gelisim University participated in the University Impact Forum

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Vice Rector Prof. Arda Öztürkcan attended the University Impact Forum organized by Times Higher Education (THE).…

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Assoc. Prof. Alişan Burak Yaşar's book "EMDR and Brain Change" has been published in English

Assoc. Prof. Alişan Burak Yaşar's book "EMDR and Brain Change" has been published in English

Assoc. Prof. Alişan Burak Yaşar's book titled "EMDR and Brain Change", in which he compiled speeches and scientific literature on EMDR therapy, was published in English. …

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“Please hear the silent screams of children and prevent abuse!”

“Please hear the silent screams of children and prevent abuse!”

Perhaps one of the most significant problems of our day, "child neglect and abuse" incidents are raising every passing day. Expert Psychological Counselor Asst. Prof. Bülent Tansel," Unfortunately, such tragic incidents are frequently encountered in our country as well as all over the world and we are deeply affected as a society. Take action to protect children before it is too late. Please hear their silent screams and stop abuse’’.…

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"Digital Archive Project" step for Sustainability from IGU

"Digital Archive Project" step for Sustainability from IGU

Istanbul Gelisim University took a significant step in line with the principles of sustainability and switched to digital archiving. This new system aims to minimize environmental impacts and modernize archiving processes by reducing the use of paper.…

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Minister of Technology and Industry Mehmet Fatih Kacır visited the IGU booth at TEKNOFEST

Minister of Technology and Industry Mehmet Fatih Kacır visited the IGU booth at TEKNOFEST

Many investors, academicians and students visited the booth of the EcoGrow project developed by the IGU AgroBits team on the 3rd day of TEKNOFEST. Minister of Technology and Industry Mehmet Fatih Kacır visited the Istanbul Gelisim University booth and received information about the EcoGrow project. …

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What do candidate students expect during the additional preference period?

What do candidate students expect during the additional preference period?

Students who cannot be placed in the desired department in the first choice results after the exam results are looking for a chance again with additional preferences. Specialist Psychological Counselor Elif Ünal gave some advice while conveying the process to the students who would make additional choices.…

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The specialist psychologist explained: It is quite normal to be anxious during the additional preference period!

The specialist psychologist explained: It is quite normal to be anxious during the additional preference period!

Following the announcement of the university exam results, many students faced the uncertainty and anxiety that came with the university placement results. Specialist Psychologist Gizem Açıkgöz said, "High level of anxiety in the additional preference period, confusion in this process, not knowing what to do are normal emotional states brought by the process."…

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Additional Preference Period has just begun!

Additional Preference Period has just begun!

Istanbul Gelisim University Additional Preference Period started as of September 6-11. Students who visit Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) will be able to learn about the departments in their preference processes and make their university preferences with experts.…

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RTC student Emir Akarslan with his film at the Adana Golden Boll Film Festival!

RTC student Emir Akarslan with his film at the Adana Golden Boll Film Festival!

Emir Akarslan, a student from the Department of Radio, Television, and Cinema at Istanbul Gelisim University's Faculty of Fine Arts, has made it to the finals of the 31st International Adana Golden Boll Film Festival with his short film The Way Back (Dönüş Yolu).…

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Do not lose your money with one click! The Expert explained ways to protect against phishing site fraud

Do not lose your money with one click! The Expert explained ways to protect against phishing site fraud

Many dangers await us on the internet, where we are not separated for almost a day. “Users need to be conscious and vigilant to protect themselves from these methods that cybercriminals use to achieve their goals,” said Saim Hatipoglu, a Master Mathematician who has recently warned against phishing site fraud.…

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IGU Art Design Center (SATMER) opens on October 9

IGU Art Design Center (SATMER) opens on October 9

Istanbul Gelisim University's Art Design Center (SATMER), which will host artistic and creative projects, opens its doors to art lovers on October 9. The opening of the center will be held with a special exhibition featuring the works of SATMER Director Asst. Prof. Mustafa Günay. …

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Innovative projects and training breakthrough from IGU TTO

Innovative projects and training breakthrough from IGU TTO

Istanbul Gelisim University Technology Transfer Office (IGU TTO) carries out its R&D studies in order to improve living standards at national and international level and to accelerate economic development. IGU TTO, which has carried out many projects in cooperation with the public and private sectors, establishes a bridge between industry and academia and ensures the commercialization of technology.…

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10 tips for parents whose children will start school!

10 tips for parents whose children will start school!

The school adaptation week for preschool and primary schools start on September 2. Parents are concerned about how to manage this process. Specialist Child Developer Kevser Tuğba Çınar Karasu said, "This process can become a new period of anxiety and anxiety for children. Therefore, parents' approaches are important for children who are just starting school."…

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IGU participated in the 'Forum of Rectors of Higher Education Institutions Providing Tourism Education' in Uzbekistan

IGU participated in the 'Forum of Rectors of Higher Education Institutions Providing Tourism Education' in Uzbekistan

Istanbul Gelisim University participated in the 'Forum of Rectors of Higher Education Institutions Providing Tourism Education' held in Urgench, Uzbekistan on August 10-11, 2024. Following the agreement signed with Urgench State University on July 4, 2024, IGU participated in the event upon the invitation of the university.…

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