As one of the most dynamic fields of modern science, biotechnology stands out with its potential to improve human life. It is at the intersection of many disciplines such as genetic engineering, cell biology, and microbiology. It plays a critical role in extending human life and improving the quality of life by offering a wide range of solutions from the development of new drugs to early diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The “1st International NEU DESAM Biotechnology Congress” to be held by the Near East University DESAM Research Institute between October 17-20 will bring together important names in the field at the İrfan Günsel Congress Center with the organization of Dorana Turizm.

DESAM Research Institute, which brings together academicians specialized in many fields such as medicine, dentistry, health sciences, veterinary medicine, artificial intelligence, mathematics and engineering and pioneers innovative and multidisciplinary research, aims to provide an important platform for experts from different fields of biotechnology to share their latest findings, developments and strategies with the congress.

Opening speech to be given by Prof. Dr. Hasan Mandal

Presided by Near East University Rector Prof. Dr. Tamer Şanlıdağ, the congress will be hosted by Istanbul Technical University (ITU) President Prof. Dr. Hasan Mandal, who was the previous President of TÜBİTAK. Prof. Dr. Hasan Mandal will give a speech titled “Developing Biotechnology for a Sustainable Future with a Co-Creation and Co-Achievement Approach”.

The four-day congress will feature sessions on Medical Biotechnology, Microbial Biotechnology, DESAM, New Era of Artificial Intelligence and Biotechnology, Molecular Biotechnology and Food Biotechnology. On the first evening of the congress, a reception will be held at the Cyprus Car Museum.

Detailed information about the congress can be accessed via neudesamcongress.org.

Prof. Dr. Tamer Şanlıdağ: “Our congress will create a platform where innovative ideas that push the boundaries of biotechnology are discussed and academic and industrial developments are shared.”

Near East University Rector Prof. Dr. Tamer Şanlıdağ said “Biotechnology is leading revolutionary advances in both medicine and industry today and opening new horizons for humanity. Research conducted in this field makes significant contributions to vital issues such as increasing the welfare of societies, developing more effective treatments against diseases and ensuring environmental sustainability.”

Stating that Near East University once again demonstrated its determination in scientific excellence and innovation with the “1st International NEU DESAM Biotechnology Congress,” Prof. Dr. Tamer Şanlıdağ said, “Our congress will create a platform where innovative ideas that push the boundaries of biotechnology are discussed and academic and industrial developments are shared.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cenk Serhan Özverel: “As Near East University, we are very proud to be a pioneer in the field of science and technology and to host such an important congress.”

“We are very proud to host such a congress that will have a significant impact in the field of science and technology,” said Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cenk Serhan Özverel, Director of DESAM Research Institute, and added; “All sharing in the field of biotechnology that shapes the future forms a strong foundation for the common good of humanity.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cenk Serhan Özverel also said, “Our congress will be a platform where scientists, researchers and industry representatives will deeply discuss developments in the transformative world of biotechnology and establish collaborations that will shape the future.”