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Istanbul Nişantaşı University Takes Its Place at TEKNOFEST with Technology and Innovation Projects
Our university will showcase academic research and five student projects at TEKNOFEST Southeast in Şanlıurfa on 30 September–4 October 2026. Visitors will experience VR applications, robots, and the award-winning VectorX project.
We Hosted MicroPort, China’s Global Medical Device Industry Leader, at Our University
MicroPort executives discussed cooperation in healthcare technology, R&D, and robotic surgery. The parties agreed to sign a confidentiality agreement at their next meeting to explore developing robotic surgery platforms in Türkiye.
A New Model Shaped by Harvard’s Research Culture at Istanbul Nişantaşı University: The Student Research Ecosystem
Our university is establishing a Student Research Ecosystem with mentorship from Harvard-affiliated researchers. The model aims to involve students in research teams, scientific publications, and international research experiences.
Strategic Education and Research Collaboration Between Istanbul Nişantaşı University and Technogym Türkiye
A partnership with Technogym Türkiye and Wellness Institute is being developed in sports science, exercise, and healthy living. Plans include a strength laboratory, practical training, certification programmes, and joint research.
Joining Forces in Healthcare Technologies: Istanbul Nişantaşı University Presents Its Project to the OSTİM Organized Industrial Zone Board at a Second Meeting
During a second visit to OSTİM Organised Industrial Zone management, the university presented a healthcare technology project in detail. Following a confidentiality agreement, the parties agreed to advance preparations and meet again.
Third Step in Strategic Collaboration with Global Healthcare Technology Leader Medtronic: Key Developments in Surgical Robot and Vortexia Projects
The third round of strategic R&D and industry cooperation talks with Medtronic has concluded. Discussions covered surgical robotics, joint projects, and education, with agreement reached on a cooperation protocol.
A Joint Student Research Ecosystem Linking Istanbul Nişantaşı and Harvard
A model developed with Dr. Mehmet Furkan Burak’s mentorship will involve students in research projects beginning on campus. Publications, experience in Harvard research settings, and peer mentoring aim to build a lasting research culture.
Double TÜBİTAK Success for Faculty of Medicine Member Prof. Dr. Giyasettin Baydaş
Two Alzheimer’s disease studies led by Prof. Dr. Giyasettin Baydaş have received TÜBİTAK 1001 and 1002 support. The projects will investigate apilarnil in an experimental Alzheimer’s model and the cellular protective effects of propolis.
Istanbul Nişantaşı University Students Attend “Ports of the Future” Summer School in France
Ceren Aydın and Alperen Sarıçayır attended the Ports of the Future summer school in France, exploring sustainable ports, digital transformation, and logistics through technical visits and international projects.
“Health Professions of the Future” Discussed as Part of YÖK Science Café Events
The Future Healthcare Professions Science Café explored digital transformation, AI, and emerging careers. Academics and students discussed changing competencies for healthcare professionals.