Yıldız Technical University Rises to 3rd Place in TÜBİTAK’s 2024 Entrepreneurial and Innovative University Index – Ranked First in Economic and Social Contribution

Yıldız Technical University (YTU) has achieved a major milestone in TÜBİTAK’s 2024 Entrepreneurial and Innovative University Index, rising two spots from the previous year to secure 3rd place with 76.69 points. Notably, YTU ranked first in the “Economic and Social Contribution” category with a score of 31.69 points—leading all universities in this key area.

Double Victory in Europe by YTU Students

Students from Yıldız Technical University (YTU) achieved a remarkable success at Shift Appens 2025—one of Portugal’s most prestigious hackathon events—bringing pride to both their university and their country. Representing Turkey as the only team in the competition, they competed with two separate projects and secured first place with an autonomous drone and an AI-powered mobile application.

Climate Alarm at YTU: Sustainability Summit 2025 Brought Together Sector Leaders for a Greener Future

The fourth edition of the Sustainability Summit, organized by the Yıldız Technical University Environmental and Sustainability Club, was held on May 15–16, 2025, bringing together sector leaders and inspiring speakers to address urgent issues surrounding climate change and sustainability.

BioHarmony Summit 2025 Brought Together the Scientific Community at Yıldız Technical University

Smart Hungary 2.0 Exhibition Held at Yıldız Technical University

Yıldız Technical University hosted the ‘Smart Hungary 2.0’ exhibition showcasing the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit of Hungary between May 13 and June 2, 2025. Opened at 11:00 AM at the entrance hall of the Rectorate Building, the exhibition brought together smart solutions and products developed by Hungarian innovators and entrepreneurs that addressed global challenges through local perspectives.

HORIZON-CL3-2025-01-DRS-02: Open topic on Improving disaster risk management and governance to ensure self-sufficiency and sustainability of operations in support of enhanced resilience

Partners are being sought for projects to be submitted under this topic. The types of partners sought are listed below; in addition, research institutions, universities, and private sector entities with expertise relevant to the topic may also be proposed as partners:

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 11th KETs EU Brokerage Event, organized in preparation for the Horizon Europe Cluster 4 (Industry, Digital) and Cluster 5 (Batteries, Hydrogen) 2025 calls.

The event is jointly organized by Grand Est Développement (Grand E-Nov+), the Enterprise Europe Network, and international stakeholders. It offers valuable collaboration opportunities in the fields of industry, manufacturing, digital technologies, batteries, and hydrogen.

🚀 We Took Our Place at #TEKNOFEST in TRNC on May 14!

As YTU and YTU Yıldız Teknopark, we proudly took part in the biggest stage of technology and innovation!
Visitors had the chance to explore our innovative solutions in entrepreneurship, R&D, and high technology at our booth.

📍 Former Ercan Airport
Booth No: N Block - N8

#StarOfTürkiye #YTU

TEKNOFEST
YTU Innovation Hub

Event Name: FEINDEF 2025 Brokerage Event
Date: 12–14 May 2025
Location: IFEMA, Madrid (Physical attendance) & Online
Participation Fee: Free of charge
Registration Link: [Register Here]
Invitation Code: FFVY5BQ3

Workshop on Multidisciplinary Health Research and Innovative Networks at YTU!

Organized by the SABİOTEK Center of Excellence for Joint Research and Practice—established in partnership with Yıldız Technical University, Marmara University, and Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa—this workshop will serve as a unique interdisciplinary meeting point bringing together the worlds of science and industry.

🔍 The workshop will explore innovative solutions in healthcare, covering a broad spectrum from artificial intelligence to biotechnological drug R&D.