Goal 3: Good Health And Well-Being
The Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH) is committed to ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for individuals of all ages. Through its comprehensive research programs, interdisciplinary collaborations, and cutting-edge facilities, IZTECH addresses pressing health challenges and contributes to the improvement of community health standards. The institute fosters innovation in biotechnology, healthcare technology, and environmental health, working to advance solutions that can combat chronic diseases, improve healthcare accessibility, and enhance mental and physical wellness. Additionally, IZTECH promotes a culture of well-being on campus, encouraging students and faculty alike to adopt healthy lifestyles. By integrating these values into its educational and research missions, the Izmir Institute of Technology demonstrates a strong dedication to sustainable health initiatives that align with global well-being goals.
The signed protocol will pave the way for joint research and studies, as well as for IZTECH and Teknopark Izmir staff to receive discounted treatment.
Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran attended the summit titled “Adamas Global Summit 2022 on Innovation in Higher Education Beyond Boundaries” hosted by Adamas University in India and gave a conference titled “New Trends in Health Technologies”.
Graduate of IZTECH Molecular Biology and Genetics Department. Atakan Ekiz was entitled to be supported within the scope of TÜBİTAK 2232-B International Young Researchers Program with his project titled “Characterization of microRNA mechanisms that control tumor immunity and discovery of new targets and biomarkers in cancer immunotherapy”, which he prepared at IZTECH, where he returned about 1 year ago.
“III. “International Artificial Intelligence Congress in Health” was attended by TR Deputy Minister of Health Prof. Dr. The session chairman of the opening conference, in which Sabahattin Aydın took part as a speaker, was Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran did it.
“Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar” was organized by IZTECH Bioengineering Student Community within the scope of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran attended the World Health Summit 2022 held in Berlin, Germany.
Collaborations and Health Services
Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH) has strong collaborations with local, national, and global health institutions to improve health & well-being outcomes. At the local level, IZTECH has partnership agreements with two of the top medical universities of Izmir, Tinaztepe University Medical School, and Dokuz Eylul University Biomedicine & Genome Center.
Izmir Institute of Technology as a body delivers outreach programmes and projects in the local community to improve health & well-being, personal hygiene, and nutrition. In 2021, IZTECH organized The European Researchers’ GREEN Night events in Izmir in partnership with Yaşar University, Ege University, and Izmir Katip Çelebi University.
Izmir Institute of Technology campus, including the outdoor sports fields, campus cafeteria, and library, is free to local communities and the general public. The indoor sports fields, including the swimming pool are membership-access-only to maintain the high standards of service, hygiene, and safety provided to their users.
Izmir Institute of Technology Health Center provides sexual and reproductive education services to students at no cost. These services include free in-person consultations, online webinars, and lectures.
IZTECH takes utmost care about the physical and psychological well-being of its staff and students. To that end, education seminars are organized throughout the year, free consultation services are offered, and agreements are executed with mental health providers.
"IZTECH Against Cancer" Event Was Held
As part of World Leukemia Children’s Week, the “İYTE Against Cancer” event was held in collaboration with the Hope Foundation for Children with Cancer and the İYTE Football Club.
The Symposium on Metabolism in Health and Disease Was Held
The “Metabolism in Health and Disease” symposium was held, hosted by the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics.
IZTECH Art Night Was Held at the Sabancı Cultural Center
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic, IZTECH Art Night was held at the Sabancı Cultural Center.
The 24th Traditional Folk Dance Event Was Held
IZTECH Folk Dance Club’s 24th Traditional Folk Dance Night was held at the Sabancı Cultural Center.
The club skillfully blended folk dances from various regions across Anatolia, delivering a performance that was highly appreciated by the audience.
IZTECH Rector Baran Visited MIT Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research
The Rector of İzmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH), Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran, visited the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). During his visit, Rector Baran met with Institute Director Prof. Dr. Matthew Vander Heiden and faculty member Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ömer Yılmaz to discuss potential collaborations between the two institutions.
Collaboration Protocol Signed Between IZTECH and Private Gazi Hospital
A collaboration protocol has been signed between İzmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH) and İzmir Private Gazi Hospital.
Award for Contributions to Biology and Science Given to Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran
Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran, the Rector of İzmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH), has been honored with the “Award for Contributions to Biology and Science,” given for the first time by the Turkish Biologists Association. Known for his significant work in cancer genetics, Prof. Dr. Baran received the award on the opening day of the 25th National Biology Congress, hosted by IZTECH.
25th National Biology Congress Held at IZTECH
The 25th National Biology Congress, hosted by İzmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH), began with opening speeches.
Sinem Tıknaz Ambulance Station Protocol Signed
The protocol for the “IZTECHSinem Tıknaz Ambulance Station,” which will soon open on the IZTECH campus, was signed by Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran and esteemed benefactors Fikriye Tıknaz and Mustafa Tıknaz.
The Groundbreaking Ceremony of the IZTECH Sinem Tıknaz Ambulance Station was Held
The groundbreaking ceremony of the “IZTECH Sinem Tıknaz Ambulance Station” was held with the participation of Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran, IZTECH senior management, academic and administrative staff, students, as well as philanthropists Fikriye Tıknaz and Mustafa Tıknaz.
Rector Baran Attended Experimental Hematology Congress
Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran attended the IX. International Participation Experimental Hematology Congress organized by the Experimental Hematology Association and chaired the opening session on the second day of the congress.
Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar” Held at IZTECH
A “Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar” was organized by the IZTECH Bioengineering Student Community within the scope of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Rector Baran Attended World Health Summit 2023
Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran attended the World Health Summit 2023, organized under the co-chairmanship of Germany and France with the theme of “A Decisive Year for Global Health Action”.
IZTECH Sinem Tıknaz Ambulance Station Opening Ceremony Held
The opening of the “IZTECH Sinem Tıknaz Ambulance Station” was held. Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran, IZTECH senior management, donors Fikriye and Mustafa Tıknaz and İzmir Provincial Health Director attended the ceremony.
“YABX Chemio Congress” was held at IZTECH
The “YABX Chemio Congress” organized by the Life Sciences Society began with the opening speech of Rector Prof. Dr. Yusuf Baran.
Culture and Art Days Held at IZTECH
On the first day of the Culture and Art Days event, IZTECH students came together at the Prof. Dr. Erdal Saygın Amphitheatre, whose renovation and furnishing has been completed.