On the third day of TEKNOFEST, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın met with Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar, President of the Council of Higher Education (YÖK). He expressed his gratitude to Prof. Dr. Özvar for his support to young people and universities.

Prof. Dr. Aydın also met with Prof. Dr. Orhan Aydın, President of TÜBİTAK. He expressed his gratitude to the President of TÜBİTAK for his leading role in Türkiye ‘s science and technology vision, his inspiration to young people, and his work that adds value to the country’s future.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın also met with Mr. Mehmet Fatih Kacır, Minister of Industry and Technology of the Republic of Türkiye, who attaches great importance to education, training, and R&D activities, on the third day of TEKNOFEST. Minister Kacır visited the Istanbul Aydın University stand and received information about the projects. During the visit, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın expressed his gratitude to Minister Kacır for his powerful support for young people and his visionary leadership in guiding the National Technology Initiative.

On the third day of TEKNOFEST, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın, who also attended the launch of the robot named “ADA” developed by young entrepreneurs from Istanbul Aydın University, said, “While sharing the excitement of our young people at TEKNOFEST2025, we also met our university’s new companion,”ADAMIZ.” ADA introduces science and technology more closely with our students, showing everyone the innovative face of Istanbul Aydın University.”

When the energy of our young people, the vision of our university, and the excitement of TEKNOFEST come together, this is the beautiful picture that comes out,” he said, expressing his proud and excitement.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın did not leave the students and entrepreneurs of Istanbul Aydın University who participated in TEKNOFEST Istanbul, the world’s largest space and technology festival, alone. Expressing his pride in the young people’s belief in turning their dreams into reality at TEKNOFEST, the strongest stage of the national technology initiative, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın said, “As Istanbul Aydın University, participating in TEKNOFEST and contributing to our national technology initiative is a great source of pride for us. Every step we take gives us great hope as we see the level our country has reached in science, technology, and innovative ideas. Here, there are not only competitions; there is also the vision and determination to build the future of a nation.”

This spirit is not only for today; it is also the strongest guarantee of our goals for 2053 and 2071. We are committed to continuing on our path to make tomorrow stronger and brighter together with the children of our beloved nation. In his speech, our President, Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, described the TEKNOFEST generation as the key actors of the Turkish Century. As educational institutions, we will continue to support our young people’s dreams and projects, contributing to their development as competent individuals in the fields of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

The projects developed by our young people are the most beautiful demonstration of determination, science, and innovation. I sincerely thank all my team members who worked hard during this process and our students who made us proud. ”  He once again highlighted how important it is to support young people for the bright future of our country.

Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın also stated that a strong education system and the contribution of education are the greatest strengths of the National Technology Initiative. “Our young people’s projects are a magnificent example of success born from the combination of science, determination, and creativity,” said Prof. Dr. Aydın, emphasizing that thanks to the guidance of universities, young people’s dreams are transformed into technology and their ideas into solutions for the future. Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydın said that Türkiye is taking firm steps toward becoming a country with a say in technology through its youth and universities.