ABOUT THE ORGANIZERSSymposium Host
Presented by
Dokuz Eylül University, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences
Dokuz Eylül University
Dokuz Eylül University (DEU) is a major public research university based in İzmir, Türkiye. Since its founding in 1982, DEU has emerged as a hub of higher education and innovation in the Aegean Region and beyond.
DEU currently hosts around 63,000–65,000 students overall, including thousands of international students from over 100 countries. It is structured into 18 faculties, 10 graduate schools and institutes, one conservatory, and multiple vocational schools and research centers.
DEU is recognized for its strong internationalization efforts: it was selected in 2018 as one of 20 pilot universities by Turkey’s Higher Education Council (YÖK) for rolling out internationalization strategies.
The university has also earned institutional accreditation from YÖKAK and is active in major student exchange programs such as Erasmus and Mevlana.
DEU benefits from its strategic position in İzmir, a vibrant metropolis on Turkey’s Aegean coast, known for its Mediterranean climate, cultural richness, and status as a center of arts, business, and education.
The university is home to DEPARK (DEU Technology Development Zone) and DETTO (DEU Technology Transfer Office), which foster entrepreneurship, R&D, technology transfer, and industry-university collaboration.
With its robust academic infrastructure, international collaborations, and dynamic research ecosystem, DEU continues to be a compelling destination for graduate students, researchers, and scholars from around the world.
Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences
The Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences (Fen Bilimleri Ensitüsü, FBE) at Dokuz Eylül University (DEU) is one of the leading academic units in Türkiye dedicated to graduate education, scientific research, and innovation in the fields of natural sciences, engineering, and technology.
Since its establishment, the Graduate School has been committed to fostering advanced education and producing highly qualified scientists, researchers, and professionals. It coordinates and administers a wide range of master’s and doctoral programs across diverse disciplines such as engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, earth sciences, and environmental studies.
With its strong academic staff, modern research infrastructure, and a collaborative spirit, the School provides graduate students with opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research projects supported by both national and international funding. Many of these projects are conducted in partnership with DEU’s research centers, laboratories, and technology development units such as DEPARK and DETTO, ensuring that students are exposed to real-world challenges and innovative solutions.
The Graduate School is also dedicated to internationalization. Through Erasmus+ agreements and bilateral collaborations, it welcomes students and researchers from around the world, enriching its multicultural academic environment. Each year, hundreds of theses, dissertations, and publications are produced under its programs, contributing to the advancement of science and technology both nationally and globally.
Located in İzmir, a vibrant hub of education, culture, and innovation on the Aegean coast of Türkiye, the Graduate School offers an inspiring academic atmosphere where tradition meets progress.
Overall, DEU’s Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences continues to play a central role in shaping the future of scientific research and graduate education, supporting Türkiye’s vision for sustainable development and international academic excellence.