Istanbul Hosts 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions

 

Istanbul Hosts 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions

Experts from around the globe gathered at Boğaziçi University in Istanbul for the 11th International Conference on Behavioral Addictions (ICBA). Organized in collaboration with the Green Crescent (Yeşilay), the three-day event unites scientists, researchers, and psychologists to address the growing risks of behavioral addictions, including excessive internet use, gambling, shopping, and disordered eating. During the opening, Professor Mehmet Dinç, President of the Green Crescent, emphasized that methods for combating addiction must evolve in the digital age, noting that environmental and systemic factors play a significant role alongside individual traits.

Source Link: TRT World - Global experts gather in Türkiye's Istanbul to tackle behavioural addictions

Istanbul University Researchers Publish Computational Drug-Docking Study in Scientific Reports

 

Istanbul University Researchers Publish Computational Drug-Docking Study in Scientific Reports

Physicists and molecular biophysicists from Istanbul University’s Science Faculty have completed a computational investigation into the peptide compound thymotrinan. Published in Scientific Reports, the study utilized quantum chemical calculations, vibrational spectroscopy, and in silico molecular docking simulations to evaluate the compound’s structural stability, binding affinities, and potential neuroprotective and immunomodulatory properties.

• Source Link: Nature Portfolio / Scientific Reports

Yıldız Technical University Researchers Develop Analytical Method for Favipiravir

 

Yıldız Technical University Researchers Develop Analytical Method for Favipiravir

A research team at Yıldız Technical University's Department of Chemistry and Department of Analytical Chemistry in Istanbul has developed a novel analytical protocol. Detailed in Nature, the technique enables the simultaneous derivatization and preconcentration of favipiravir, improving efficiency in pharmaceutical chemical analysis.

Source: Nature

Research Evaluates Rooftop Photovoltaic Potential at RAMS Park

 

Research Evaluates Rooftop Photovoltaic Potential at RAMS Park

A scientific study published in Nature by researchers affiliated with Istanbul Gelisim University—including Mehmet Soyal, Mehmet Sena Kaşka, Ünal Can Gökmen, and Tekmil Sezen Soyal—has evaluated solar irradiance variability and rooftop photovoltaic energy potential at RAMS Park stadium in Istanbul. The study assesses the feasibility and efficiency of integrating solar power systems into major athletic infrastructure within the city to support clean energy initiatives.

Source / Link: Nature

Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Study Examines Effect of Larval Secretions on Fibroblast Lineage

 

Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa Study Examines Effect of Larval Secretions on Fibroblast Lineage

A research study published in Scientific Reports explores the biological effects of Lucilia sericata larval secretions on fibroblast cell lines.

Supported by the Scientific Research Projects Coordination Unit (BAP) of Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa under Project No. 36269, the in vitro experiment evaluates how larval secretions interact with cell lineages involved in tissue regeneration and wound healing processes.

• Source: Scientific Reports / ResearchGate Record

Istanbul Rumeli University Researchers Publish Study on Wind Turbine Drivetrain Failure Modes

 

Istanbul Rumeli University Researchers Publish Study on Wind Turbine Drivetrain Failure Modes

A team of researchers associated with the Department of Computer Engineering at İstanbul Rumeli University has published a peer-reviewed paper in Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio).

The paper introduces an uncertainty-aware Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) framework to prioritize 20 key failure modes in wind turbine drivetrains under dynamic mechanical and thermal stresses.

News Link:

• Nature / Scientific Reports - Uncertainty-aware FMEA-MCDM prioritization of wind turbine drivetrain failure modes

Istanbul University Researchers Contribute to International Studies on Cancer Survival and Body Mass Index

 

Istanbul University Researchers Contribute to International Studies on Cancer Survival and Body Mass Index

Medical and scientific faculties at Istanbul University have co-authored two prominent peer-reviewed studies published in international scientific journals.

• Oncology Research: A study published in Nature by researchers from the Institute of Oncology at Istanbul University investigated survival outcomes of patients undergoing maintenance pemetrexed therapy after standard platinum-pemetrexed chemotherapy.

• Biometrics Research: In Scientific Reports, researchers from the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine contributed to the development of a consistent global Body Mass Index (BMI) model to improve standardized health tracking metrics.

Read More:

• Nature Oncology Study

• Scientific Reports BMI Study

Istanbul Technical University Study Examines Impact of Microplastic Contamination on Soil Consistency

 

Istanbul Technical University Study Examines Impact of Microplastic Contamination on Soil Consistency

A scientific study published by researchers from the Civil Engineering Department at Istanbul Technical University (İTÜ), in collaboration with Gürkan Proje Mimarlık, has analyzed the environmental impact of microplastics on terrestrial ecosystems. The research specifically evaluates how microplastic contamination modifies the consistency limits, also known as Atterberg limits, of various soil structures, providing data on the long-term geotechnical risks associated with synthetic waste accumulation in soils.

• Source Coverage: Read the scientific paper on Nature.

Istanbul Technical University Researchers Characterize Robust Recombinant Laccase Enzyme

 

Istanbul Technical University Researchers Characterize Robust Recombinant Laccase Enzyme

Scientists from the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Istanbul Technical University (ITU) have published new research regarding the characterization and application potential of a robust recombinant laccase enzyme, designated as rTpLcc3. Located at the Maslak campus, the faculty's findings contribute to advancements in biotechnology and environmental application potentials for enzymatic processes.

• Source: Nature

Istanbul Hosts the 2026 European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress

 

Istanbul Hosts the 2026 European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Congress

Medical professionals and researchers from around the world convened in Istanbul for the 2026 European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) Congress. The summit operated under the central theme "Vision Zero: A Future Free from Allergy and Asthma Burden," facilitating global discussions on advancements in clinical immunology.

Sources:

• LinkedIn: European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology - EAACI

Scientific Advancements, Sports Events, and Tourism Milestones Linked to Istanbul

 

Scientific Advancements, Sports Events, and Tourism Milestones Linked to Istanbul

Istanbul remains prominent across scientific research, international sports, and tourism. Researchers from Deva Holding Co. in Istanbul recently published a study in Nature regarding a polymer-stabilized amorphous CuO–ZnO hybrid nanocomplex. In sports, gymnast Rudolph secured the men's freestyle silver at the 2026 PK Istanbul World Cup. Meanwhile, a Somali World Cup referee flying into Miami from Istanbul faced US entry denials due to vetting concerns. On the tourism and travel front, Istanbul’s historical Basilica Cistern drew 25,000 visitors over a single weekend in early June, and Air Cairo announced plans to add a new Sharm el Sheikh – Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen route for the Northern winter 2026/27 season.

• Sources: Nature, USA Gymnastics, ABC News, Reuters Connect, AeroRoutes

Environmental and Scientific Developments in Istanbul

 

Environmental and Scientific Developments in Istanbul

Recent environmental and scientific efforts in Istanbul highlight both marine conservation and agricultural research. In the Sea of Marmara, environmental teams successfully detected and removed a massive 15,000-square-meter "ghost net" off the coast of Heybeliada island. The removal of this abandoned fishing gear is crucial for local marine life, as such nets persistently trap and kill aquatic creatures.

In the academic sphere, researchers affiliated with the Institute of Graduate Studies in Sciences at Istanbul University have published a study in Nature. The research details the rapid monitoring of drought and salinity stress responses in wheat using potential Raman spectroscopy, contributing vital data to agricultural resilience studies.

Sources & Links:

• Bianet: Massive ghost net removed from sea off İstanbul

• Nature: Rapid monitoring of drought and salinity stress responses in wheat via potential Raman spectroscopy

Istanbul University Researchers Contribute to Nanofiber Stabilization Study

 

Istanbul University Researchers Contribute to Nanofiber Stabilization Study

Scientific researchers from the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Istanbul University's Faculty of Pharmacy have contributed to a newly published study in the journal Nature. The research, authored by scientists including Sümeyra Ayan, focuses on the stabilization processes of Niaouli essential oil-loaded gelatin nanofibers, marking a continuing contribution to pharmaceutical chemistry from Turkish academic institutions.

Source:

• Stabilization of Niaouli essential oil-loaded gelatin nanofibers (Nature)

Scientific Research: Trace Determination of Heptachlor in Istanbul Soils

 

Scientific Research: Trace Determination of Heptachlor in Istanbul Soils

A recent scientific study published in the journal Nature details new methodologies for the trace determination of heptachlor in soil samples. The research, spearheaded by Esra Sultan Doru and Sezgin Bakırdere from the Department of Chemical Engineering at Istanbul Health and Technology University, utilizes Toner@CuFe2O4 nanocomposites. This advancement reflects the ongoing environmental and chemical engineering research emerging from academic institutions in Istanbul.

Sources:

• Trace determination of heptachlor in soil samples by Toner@CuFe2O4 nanocomposites (Nature)

Oncology Nursing Congress Convenes at Santralistanbul to Highlight iNTERVENE Project

 

Oncology Nursing Congress Convenes at Santralistanbul to Highlight iNTERVENE Project

The 2nd International Congress of the Oncology Nursing Association took place in Istanbul, bringing together medical professionals to discuss advancements in cancer care. Hosted at the santralistanbul campus, the event featured a presentation by Nikolina Dodlek on the iNTERVENE project, an initiative focused on improving international research and equitable support frameworks within oncology nursing.

Link: https://oncodaily.com/nikolina-dodlek-presenting-the-intervene-project-in-istanbul/22453

Scientific Research in Istanbul: New Peptide Derivatives Target SARS

 

Scientific Research in Istanbul: New Peptide Derivatives Target SARS

Researchers affiliated with Istanbul Kent University have contributed to contemporary virological studies through the synthesis and biological evaluation of modified peptide derivatives. Published by the American Chemical Society, the peer-reviewed research outlines new chemical compounds specifically designed to target the SARS virus. This collaborative academic effort represents a notable development in biochemical research and infectious disease management originating from Istanbul-based scientific institutions.

Source: * ACS Publications: https://pubs.acs.org/

Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Contributes to New Rheumatology Induction Study

 

Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital Contributes to New Rheumatology Induction Study

A newly published medical study has provided a comparative analysis of the efficacy and safety of two induction therapies: Leflunomide and Cyclophosphamide.

The clinical research was conducted by medical professionals affiliated with the Demiroglu Science University, Faculty of Medicine, and the Department of Internal Medicine (Division of Rheumatology) at the Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. The findings, featured by the European Society of Medicine, offer valuable clinical data for the ongoing management and treatment protocols of severe rheumatological conditions.

Source:

• European Society of Medicine