Sakarya University places great importance on international collaborations in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The university conducts joint projects with various international universities, research centers, and civil society organizations to achieve sustainable development goals globally. These collaborations accelerate the transfer of knowledge and technology, enabling the development of innovative solutions in environmental, economic, and social sustainability. By organizing international conferences, seminars, and workshops, Sakarya University contributes to strengthening global sustainability networks and provides its students with a worldwide perspective. These efforts reinforce the university’s leadership in sustainable development while also contributing to Turkey’s stronger position on the international stage.
Academic Cooperation Agreement between Sakarya University and Somali Mogadishu University
Sakarya University (SAU) continues to strengthen its vision of internationalization and global collaborations. In this context, a delegation from Mogadishu University, Somalia, visited Sakarya University, and a long-term cooperation protocol was signed between the two universities in the fields of academics and research.
The protocol was signed by SAU Rector Prof. Dr. Hamza Al and Mogadishu University Rector Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed Mursal. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen knowledge transfer and sustainable development-focused academic cooperation between the two countries.
Within the scope of the cooperation protocol, joint efforts were agreed upon:
Student exchange programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, the Erasmus+ KA2 Center Project, which promotes environmentally friendly construction materials and sustainable building technologies and will be coordinated by the SAU Department of Civil Engineering, will be implemented by Dr. This international collaboration, coordinated by Tuba Tatar, stands out as an exemplary partnership between Africa and Turkey, serving the goals of knowledge sharing, environmental sustainability, innovative engineering practices, and inclusive development in education..
Sakarya University Participated in the 3rd Türkiye–Uzbekistan Education Forum
Sakarya University (SAU) continues to strengthen its international collaborations. In this context, Sakarya University Rector Prof. Dr. Hamza Al participated in the 3rd Turkey–Uzbekistan Education Forum, hosted by Istanbul Technical University (ITU) on September 27–28, 2024, to deepen the strategic relations between Turkey and Uzbekistan in the field of higher education.
As part of the forum, Prof. Dr. Hamza Al signed mutually beneficial cooperation protocols in research, education, and culture between Bukhara State University, the Namangan Institute of Textile Industry, the Bukhara Institute of Engineering and Technology, and Sakarya University. These protocols aimed to:
Increase knowledge sharing in the fields of digital transformation, sustainable development, and engineering in education. The forum's overall theme was "Sustainable Development: The New Agenda of Higher Education Institutions." Throughout the two-day event, sessions were held on "Transformation of Higher Education: Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence," "Strategic Collaborations Between Universities in Turkey and Uzbekistan," and "High-Tech Development: The Role of Engineering Education."
This forum emerged as a significant partnership platform that strengthened the sharing of knowledge and experience between the two countries, emphasizing the role of higher education in sustainable development. Through these international collaborations, Sakarya University continues to contribute to the achievement of sustainable development goals in education, research, and innovation.
Sakarya University’s Science4Future Project Received Support from Horizon Europe
Sakarya University (SAU) is demonstrating a strong model of collaboration between science, society, and the environment, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). The project, "Science4Future – The Science for Stronger Societies," coordinated by our university, has been awarded grant support under the Horizon Europe Marie Curie Actions (MSCA & Citizens) call.
The project, coordinated by SAU Research Dean Prof. Dr. Mehmet Emiroğlu, aims to strengthen scientific solidarity and social impact by bringing together regional stakeholders, including the Sakarya Governor's Office, Düzce University, Kocaeli University, the Düzce Governor's Office, and the Kocaeli Provincial Directorate of National Education. Science4Future, one of 44 projects awarded grant support from 132 project applications submitted by 824 organizations, is one of only five projects to receive support from Turkey.
This project, coordinated by Sakarya University, is Turkey's first Horizon Europe MSCA & Citizens project. The project encompasses activities directly aligned with the European Union's Green Deal Strategy, aiming to increase the societal benefits of science, raise awareness about climate change, and promote sustainable development. The project also aims to create resilient cities that are adaptable to climate change and natural disasters. The project plans to directly reach 50,000 people through European Researchers' Night events to be held in Sakarya, Düzce, and Kocaeli over a two-year period, and 20,000 students through school-based science activities.
The goal is to raise climate awareness in 1.5 million people and to promote a culture of scientific thinking at a societal level.
The Science4Future Project offers a strong example of SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by:
Raising awareness of sustainable development, climate action, and disaster awareness.
With this project, Sakarya University has once again reinforced its vision of being a leading higher education institution that brings science together with society and contributes to global goals at the local level.
Sakarya University Expands Its Academic Cooperation Network in South Asia
Sakarya University (SAU) has taken a significant step toward strengthening international academic collaborations. On October 9, 2024, a bilateral cooperation protocol was signed between Sakarya University Rector Prof. Dr. Hamza Al and National University of Modern Languages Pakistan (NUML) Rector Maj. General Shahid Mahmood.
The meeting was attended by the rectors of both universities, as well as SAU Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Özer Köseoğlu, Assistant Professor Nurcan Kostak, NUML University Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Muhammad Safeer Awan, Faculty of Engineering and Informatics Dean Dr. Muhammad Numan, and Mr. Sajid Kayani. The parties exchanged knowledge and experience and evaluated areas of joint work.
This strategic partnership aims to strengthen scientific knowledge sharing, deepen academic ties between Turkey and Pakistan, and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Following the protocol signing, discussions focused on joint projects and training program opportunities in engineering, information technologies, and innovation. This collaboration was a concrete demonstration of Sakarya University's vision to expand its international academic network in line with the Sustainable Development Goals on a global scale.
SAU Researchers to Examine Pandemic-Related Deaths in Europe Using Geographic Information Systems
Sakarya University (SAU) Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Associate Professor Dr. Mehmet Fatih Döker and Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture Associate Professor Dr. Cem Kırlangıçoğlu are participating in the project titled "The Great Leap: Multidisciplinary Approaches to Health Inequalities, 1800–2022 (GREATLEAP)" as part of the European COST Program. Both academics are conducting scientific studies at Radboud University in the Netherlands as part of the Short-Term Scientific Missions (STSM) project. Their research, which will continue until September 28, 2024, analyzes the causes and spatial distribution of deaths from pandemics and epidemics in Europe over the last 150 years using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This short-term scientific mission is a crucial component of the COST networks, which support the sharing of knowledge and technology among researchers across Europe. The STSM mechanism provides a powerful platform for scientific knowledge transfer, technical capacity development, and the shared use of research infrastructure, allowing researchers to work in laboratories or research centers located in another COST member country.
Sakarya University's participation in this international research network supports the goal of developing sustainable solutions to health, inequality, and resilience across Europe by fostering scientific collaboration. This initiative also reflects the strategic vision of contributing to sustainable development through knowledge-based global partnerships.
Academic Cooperation Agreement between Sakarya University and the University of Indonesia
Sakarya University (SAU), aiming to diversify scientific collaborations and strengthen knowledge sharing on a global scale, has signed a new strategic partnership in Asia. The academic cooperation protocol signed with the University of Indonesia aims to enhance research, education, and cultural interaction between the two countries. The protocol encompasses long-term collaboration in numerous areas, including undergraduate and graduate faculty and student exchanges, joint research projects, the preparation of academic publications, organizing international symposia and workshops, postgraduate thesis advising, thesis defense exams, and mutual support during refereeing processes.
The agreement was signed and entered into force by Sakarya University Rector Prof. Dr. Hamza Al and University of Indonesia Rector Prof. Dr. Ari Kuncoro. Located in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, and one of the country's most established higher education institutions, the University of Indonesia aims to further enhance academic relations between Turkey and Indonesia with this partnership. This partnership aims to contribute to knowledge-based development by strengthening international academic solidarity. With this initiative, Sakarya University has once again demonstrated its commitment to sustainable research, education and cultural collaborations by taking an active role in global academic networks.
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