Achievements

Rising Graph in Academic Achievement: Istinye University Continues to Climb in the Rankings

Istinye University continues to steadily elevate its academic performance. In the URAP (University Ranking by Academic Performance) 2024–2025 Field Rankings, announced on July 28,

Science and Development Program for High School Students: Young Science Academy

Istinye University has launched the “Young Science Academy: Bridge You to Istinye” program, offering high school students the opportunity to experience university life up

Istinye University Ranks Second in Türkiye for Academic Productivity!

Türkiye Ranks 17th Worldwide in Scientific Publications! Istinye University Ranks Second in Academic Productivity in Türkiye According to the 2024 University Monitoring and Evaluation

5 Departments of Our Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences Have Been Accredited!

We are delighted to share wonderful news with you! Our Departments of Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering have

In the Same Operating Room as the Surgeon Who Saved Their Life

Over 5,000 High School Students Have Experienced the Operating Room Through the Young Medical Academy The Young Medical Academy project has provided over 5,000

CERN’s “Beamline for Schools” Program Receives European Award!

BL4S Wins the 2025 European Physical Society Outreach Award The “Beamline for Schools (BL4S)” program, run in collaboration with CERN and the DESY Laboratory

The First Turkish Neurosurgeon Elected to the Board of Trustees of the World Academy of Art and Science

Dean of Istinye University Faculty of Medicine and neurosurgeon Prof. Dr. Türker Kılıç has become the first Turkish neurosurgeon elected to the Board of

The First Turkish Neurosurgeon Elected to the Board of Trustees of the World Academy of Art and Science

Dean of Istinye University Faculty of Medicine and neurosurgeon Prof. Dr. Türker Kılıç has become the first Turkish neurosurgeon elected to the Board of

TURAK Accreditation for Our Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Program!

The Undergraduate Program in Gastronomy and Culinary Arts, offered under the Faculty of Fine Arts, Design and Architecture at Istinye University, has been officially

Istinye University Celebrates its 10th Anniversary!

Istinye University, one of Turkey’s most innovative and visionary educational institutions, marked its 10th anniversary with a meaningful ceremony. Attended by faculty members, students,

National Second Place at TEKNOFEST 2025: A Scientific Solution to Stubble Fires by Our Students

Students from Istinye University’s Quantum Dynamics Club secured second place in Turkey at the TEKNOFEST 2025 Northern Cyprus finals with their innovative project titled

Istinye University Ranked in the 400-500 Range in Times Higher Education Asia Rankings

Istinye University has been ranked among the top 500 universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia Rankings 2025. This achievement reaffirms the university’s

Istinye University Ranked 4th Place Among Turkish Foundation Universities in the URAP World Ranking

According to URAP (University Ranking by Academic Performance) data, Istinye University—previously recorded as the university with the most significant progress in recent years—continues its

Proud Achievements from Istinye University Sports Teams

Istinye University continues to make its mark not only with academic achievements but also with outstanding performances in sports. Our men’s basketball, women’s basketball,

Ali’s Nature: Screening and Discussion with the Audience at Salt Beyoğlu

Ali’s Nature: Screening and Discussion with the Audience at Salt Beyoğlu The film Ali’s Nature, directed by Levent Çetin, Studio Coordinator and Director of the

The Doctors of the Future Took Their First Steps into Their Profession by Wearing Their White Coats

Guided by science and contributing to universal knowledge without compromising on ethical values, İstinye University Faculty of Medicine celebrated March 14th Medical Day with

Women Exporters Designed the Entrepreneurship of the Future at the TİM WINGS Workshop.

Support for Women Exporters and Future Goals Evaluated The TİM WINGS Workshop, moderated by Prof. Dr. Figen Yıldırım, Dean of Istinye University’s Faculty of

THE Subject Rankings

Istinye University Rapidly Rising in Engineering: Ranked in the 401-500 Band in THE World Rankings and 7th in Turkey’s Subject Rankings! The UK-based university

THREE INTERNATIONAL AWARDSFOR LIV HOSPITAL

Liv Hospital was awarded three prestigious honors at the “HTI World Healthcare & Wellness Summit with Excellence” held in Dubai, emphasizing its commitment to

THE 2025 Report: Turkey Ranks Second in the World University Rankings!

Türkiye Ranks Second in the World University Rankings! According to the 2025 Interdisciplinary Science Ranking by Times Higher Education (THE), Türkiye stands out as

TÜBA and TÜBİTAK Awards to İstinye University Academics

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ayça Bal Öztürk, a faculty member of the Faculty of Pharmacy, received the 2024 TÜBA Outstanding Young Scientist Award from the

The IEEE (Institute of Engineers and Everyone Else) Club achieved a significant success by securing second place in the Teknofest Finals

The IEEE Club of İstinye University, with their “Cansuyu” team, won second place and a 50,000 TL prize in the Teknofest Humanitarian Technology Disaster

The International Cosmetic Congress Science Award was presented to Prof. Dr. Semra Şardaş, Head of the Department of Toxicology at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Istinye University.

The Cosmetic Manufacturers and Researchers Association organized the 8th International Cosmetic Congress in Antalya from December 16-18, 2024. The congress, focused on “The Impact

Maisam Kaanan, graduate of the Faculty of Communication, receives international recognition for his film “Sacred Hole”

Maisam Kaanan, a graduate of the Faculty of Communication at Istinye University, has received notable recognition for his film “Sacred Hole” at the 12thInternational

ISTINYE UNIVERSITYSTUDENTSMAKE A DIFFERENCE INHIGHER EDUCATION

Istinye University, with its student-centered and quality-focusedapproach, has added another achievement to its list of successes. Sude Karabulut, a Computer Engineering student and President

Success of Our Students from Kazakhstan: Istinye University claimed first place!

“Kazakhstan Bauyrsak Party” Event: Istinye University students achieved remarkable success at the Kazakhstan Bauyrsak Party event. Kazakh students Adelya Karabassova (New Media and Communication),

İstinye University Ranked 7th in the 2024-2025 URAP Turkey Foundation Universities Ranking.

According to the University Ranking by Academic Performance (URAP) Turkey data, İstinye University, which showed the most significant rise in previous years, has continued

İstinye University is Rapidly Rising in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2025 World University Rankings.

THE (Times Higher Education) provides reliable performance data on universities to academics, university leaders, governments, and industries. İstinye University continues its rise among the

Science Medal Award Ceremony

The Science Medal of İstinye University was awarded to Prof. Dr. Michael Lim from Stanford University, internationally recognized for his cancer research. The ceremony

İstinye University has become a full member of the CERN Atlas experiment.

The European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) is the research institution that operates the world’s largest particle physics laboratory. İstinye University has been accepted

Partnership for Success International Relations Office

The International Office, hosting students from over 100 countries, supports a vibrant community that serves more than 4,500 international students and 150 exchange students

“Difference-Making İstinye University Members”

At the opening ceremony of the new academic year, the “2023-2024 Difference-Making İstinye University Members Awards” were presented to our academics and students who

In 2024-2025, İstinye University was represented by 12 academics in the World’s Most Influential Scientists list.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ali Zarrabi (Biomedical Engineering) Prof. Dr. Ruqaiyyah Siddiqui (Faculty of Pharmacy) Prof. Dr. Dursun Delen (Industrial Engineering) Dr. Instructor Erfan Babaee

İstinye University is building Turkey’s leading and largest academic infrastructure in the field of Experimental High Energy Particle Physics (YEPAF).

The İSÜ-YEPAF Group, involved in a total of seven international scientific collaborations across Europe, Asia, and America, continues its R&D activities for both basic