Emeritus Prof. Dr. Atilla Ertan, who has contributed to valuable research for many years at the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at the University of Texas McGovern Medical School, former director of the Houston Digestive Health Institute, and recognized as one of the top 10 gastroenterologists in the world, visited our university. He met with our Board of Trustees Chair Dr. Bahar Akıngüç Günver, Vice Chair Ful Akıngüç, and Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Gülce Öğrüç Ildız, along with the academics from the Faculty of Health Sciences.

During the meeting held on Friday, September 12, 2025, the faculty's laboratories were introduced, and information was shared about the ongoing research. The prominent topics discussed within the three departments of the Faculty of Health Sciences included: the role of microbiota in health in the fields of nutrition and dietetics, microbiota in women's health, the benefits of probiotics, kefir, and yogurt, plant-based kefirs made from almond and cashew milk, and the antioxidant effects of aronia berries; studies conducted at the Movement and Analysis Center of the Movement Analysis Application, Evaluation Application and Research Center in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and biofeedback applications; in nursing, the care of stroke patients, the importance of Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) care, and training for family caregivers, as well as constipation in women and Kegel exercises.

At the end of the meeting, discussions were held on the possibility of organizing seminars and workshops within the faculty, conducting multidisciplinary research, planning social responsibility projects, and developing observer exchange programs through national/international collaborations.

The Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of IKU contributed to ESMAC 2025, organized by the European Society for Movement Analysis (ESMAC), held in Basel, Switzerland, between September 8–13, 2025, with a total of 19 posters and 4 oral presentations. These studies included both academic staff projects and undergraduate and graduate student research. The outcomes of these projects, conducted at the Istanbul Kültür University Motion Analysis Application and Research Laboratory (IKU-HAM), were presented by our students and academic staff, making significant contributions in the fields of motion analysis, rehabilitation, and clinical applications.

Participation in the conference provided our students with the opportunity to present their projects on an international platform and receive valuable feedback. It also enabled our academic staff to follow current developments in the field and strengthen scientific collaborations. We would like to thank all our students and academic staff who contributed to this important achievement of the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.

Last year, our Mountaineering Club proudly waved our university flag at the summit of Mount Ararat (5,137 m), the highest point in Türkiye and Europe. This year, as part of the August 30, Victory Day celebrations, the club reached the summit of Reşko (Cilo Mountains / Uludoruk, 4,135 m), Türkiye’s second-highest peak.

Our Mountaineering Club Advisor and Department of International Trade and Finance academic, Assist. Prof. Artür Yetvart Mumcu, ascended to the Reşko Summit in Hakkari for the August 30, Victory Day celebrations and proudly raised our university flag once again.

The successful climb, with the participation of 22 athletes, demonstrated the best examples of discipline, determination, and solidarity. We thank all the athletes and supporters who contributed to this meaningful day.

Through its activities, the IKU Mountaineering Club continues to contribute not only to our university but also to the development of Turkish mountaineering.

We look forward to reaching new peaks full of victories!

On September 16, 2025, Bakırköy Municipality organized the “Accessible Life Workshop” with the aim of identifying shortcomings regarding individuals with disabilities in the district and developing solutions to remove barriers. The workshop addressed the issues under five thematic areas. Bakırköy Mayor Assoc. Prof. Ayşegül Ovalıoğlu reiterated the goal of creating an “Accessible and Barrier-Free Bakırköy.” Upon the invitation sent to our University, which also has campuses in the district, our Board Member of the Disabled Student Unit Assist. Prof. Ömür Kınay Alkan and Head of the Directorate of Corporate Communication Nilgün Eryeşil attended the workshop.

Sessions were held across five tables with the participation of academics, NGO representatives, athletes, and local administrators. The discussions covered the themes of “Employment and Work-Life", “Participation in Social Life and Community Relations”, “Health and Rehabilitation”, Education, Culture, and Sports”, and “Local Government and Legal Rights.” Participants developed proposals to ensure that individuals with disabilities can participate more actively in social life and advocate for their rights more effectively.

The book "Para Meselesi" (The Money Issue), written by Prof. Dr. Sinan Alçın from the Department of Economics, together with Prof. Dr. K. Evren Bolgün, has been published by Literatür Publishing House.

Faculty members of the Department of Industrial Engineering presented their study online at the 24th International Conference on Modelling & Applied Simulation (MAS 2025), held in Fes, Morocco, between September 17–19.

Paper presented at the conference:

Use of Agent-Based Simulation Models: A Review for First Responder Capabilities in Disaster Response

Authors: Res. Assist. Oğuz Emir, Assist. Prof. Okay Işık, Prof. Dr. Murat Ermiş

Assist. Prof. Fatma Kayım, a faculty member of the Department of Psychology, shared her insights on the subject in the article titled “Can Artificial Intelligence Replace Therapy?” published in the September 18, 2025, issue of ŞOK Newspaper.

Our Department of General Courses Chair, Assoc. Prof. Selda Salman Sakızlı, delivered a lecture titled "Imaginary Past and Today's Aesthetics" at the 9th International Mediterranean Congress of Aesthetics held in Çanakkale between September 17-20.

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, the IKU Technology Transfer Office (TTO) held an informational training session for students in the Department of Nursing of the Faculty of Health Sciences on the “TÜBİTAK BİDEB 2209-A/B University Student’s Research Projects Support Programs.”

The event, attended by our Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Prof. Dr. Asiye Gül, and the Head of the Department of Nursing, Assist. Prof. Mukaddes Turan Miral covered topics such as the program scope, eligibility criteria, application processes, ethics and permit procedures, budget items, advisor-student roles and responsibilities, and tips for preparing strong project proposals. The TTO team shared best practices for evaluation criteria with examples from student projects conducted at IKU and provided one-on-one guidance during the Q&A session regarding the participants' projects.

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics (MOBIGEN) held an orientation and introductory meeting with newly enrolled students of the 2025-2026 Academic Year on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 11.00 in the Prof. Dr. Atilla Özalpan Seminar Hall. During the meeting where the department’s academic staff were introduced, Assist. Prof. Burcu Ayhan Şahin, Deputy Head of the Department, delivered a detailed presentation on course selection, the use of CATS, regulations, and university life.

Yasemin Balcı, Head of the Directorate of Library and Documentation, and Deputy Head Senem Güneysu delivered a training session on Thursday, September 18, 2025, for final-year students of the Department of Nursing. The session focused on literature search techniques and the effective use of library resources.

The Department of Special Education Orientation Program was held on Tuesday, September 23, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Küçükçekmece Campus, with the participation of our Dean of the Faculty of Education, Prof. Dr. Alim Kaya, and our Vice Dean, Assist. Prof. Meryem Demir Güdül.

Department of Industrial Engineering held an orientation meeting on September 22, 2025, for the first-year students newly enrolled at our university. During the meeting, comprehensive information was provided to students about the department's academic staff, academic plan, course content, systems used, and student clubs.

As part of the orientation, students' questions were answered, and guidance was provided regarding the academic and social opportunities within the department. We wish our new students success in their academic journey.

The Department of Nursing organized an orientation meeting on Thursday, September 25, 2025, for the first-year students newly enrolled at our university.

IKUANTS TEKMER will organize an idea development program titled “Glow Up Ideathon” to encourage the generation and development of innovative ideas and bring them into the entrepreneurship ecosystem. The program will take place on October 1–2, 2025, at the Design Factory, located in the Ataköy building on the Bakırköy campus. Participants will have the opportunity to work in teams with mentors, transform their business ideas into business models, and present them to a jury.