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Research

Head of Research's Message

At Biruni University, research is the engine of transformation and a defining pillar of our institutional mission. We position research as a strategic force that advances education, healthcare innovation, societal progress, and sustainable development.


With scientific rigor and entrepreneurial vision, we invest in emerging frontiers that anticipate future needs. Our interdisciplinary and globally connected research culture emphasizes originality, translational impact, and international collaboration. Biruni scholars are recognized for prestigious awards, high-impact publications, and global partnerships, and generate knowledge that transcends disciplines, institutions, and borders.


Our innovation ecosystem bridges discovery and application. A state-of-the-art university hospital serves as a living laboratory for clinical excellence and rapid bench-to-bedside translation, while our Technopark accelerates technology transfer and commercialization, transforming research into scalable solutions with measurable economic and societal value.
Students are central to our research enterprise. From early inquiry to doctoral scholarship, we cultivate globally minded scientific leaders prepared to shape systems, influence policy, and improve lives. At Biruni University, research excellence is measured not only by output, but by impact; by our ability to shape the future and contribute meaningfully to the global knowledge economy. 


The Biruni research portfolio includes health-based artificial intelligence, the clinical and translational research landscape and community-based participatory studies.


Prof. Dr. Abdulillah Ece
Head of Research

Head of Research's Message
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Biruni University Research Excellence

3D Model of Biruni Research Center (B@MER)

253

STEM

Number of academic staff by subject area

158

Medicine

Number of academic staff by subject area

4.750.943

Research income

from industry and commerce by subject area: Medicine

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Advanced Research Facilities

Biruni University is equipped with state-of-the-art research laboratories and facilities that enable our researchers to conduct world-class investigations. Our commitment to excellence in research is reflected in the cutting-edge technology and resources available to our faculty and students.

From molecular biology labs to advanced computing centers, we provide an environment that fosters innovation and discovery across all disciplines. Our interdisciplinary approach ensures that research teams have access to the tools they need to address complex global challenges.

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Research of the Month

Outstanding Researchers

Adnan Yüksel
Prof. Dr.
Adnan Yüksel

A pediatric neurologist and academic leader, he has published research on rare genetic neurological disorders and neurodevelopmental conditions using advanced genomic analyses, contributing to understanding complex disease genetics while also guiding scientific strategy as the university’s rector.

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Mustafa Solak
Prof. Dr.
Mustafa Solak

As a medical geneticist, an honorary member of Turkish Academy of Sciences and vice rector, his work spans clinical and molecular genetics, including studies on chromosomal and gene polymorphisms linked to health conditions, and extensive academic service shaping genetic research and education.

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Ege Can Şerefoğlu
Prof. Dr.
Ege Can Şerefoğlu

MSc and PhD degrees in Biophysics from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine, and her research focuses on biophysics-based nanotechnological approaches for cancer diagnosis and therapy.

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News

11 May 2026

AFAD Accreditation System Scope: Badge Presentation to 51 Teams Held at Our University

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11 May 2026

The 6th National Technology Summit Was Held at Our University

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11 May 2026

Strong Collaboration in Entrepreneurship and Patent Fields in Istanbul

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11 May 2026

Our Students Achieved Third Place at the 4th National Culinary Festival

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11 May 2026

Ediz Hun Met with Students at Our University

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Events

November 2025
Tue
Jan
13

The Role of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Guidance Services Was Evaluated at Our University

Wed
Jan
14

Current Approaches Discussed at the Rare Diseases Panel Discussion

Wed
Oct
7

Our Rector’s Meeting with Vocational School Students

Announcements

November 2025
Wed
Jan
21

Preliminary Evaluation for the Recruitment of a Lecturer Artificial Intelligence Program, Vocational School

Wed
Jan
21

Preliminary Evaluation for the Recruitment of a Research Assistant Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences / 16.01.2026

Tue
Jan
20

The Biruni University mobile application has been launched on Android and iOS platforms.

Research Partnerships

Kings College

Biruni University has established a strategic academic partnership with King’s College London, a globally renowned institution ranked 31st in the world and 5th in the United Kingdom, fostering collaboration in interdisciplinary research and scholarly exchange across health sciences and related fields.

Harvard University

Biruni University has established a collaborative framework with Harvard University, supporting initiatives in scholarly exchange and joint academic endeavors aimed at fostering research excellence and educational innovation.

Oxford University

Biruni University maintains academic dialogue with Oxford University, creating opportunities for shared knowledge, research communication, and scholarly engagement across disciplines.

Justus Liebig Universität Giessen

Biruni University engages with Justus Liebig Universität Giessen as part of its international partnership network, facilitating academic mobility and collaborative research activities between Türkiye and Germany.

University of Florida

Biruni University is building institutional ties with the University of Florida, supporting cooperation that enhances global academic connectivity and broadens research opportunities.

University of Kentucky

Biruni University has signed an official partnership with the University of Kentucky to strengthen academic and scientific collaboration, expanding bilateral opportunities for faculty engagement and student exchange.

University of California

Biruni University has established a partnership with the University of California, Irvine (UCI) to foster international academic collaboration. The agreement supports student and faculty exchanges, joint research initiatives, and the development of shared educational activities such as conferences, workshops, and academic programs.