The Academic Cooperation Workshop, aimed at strengthening bilateral partnerships between universities in Mersin and Adana to contribute to regional development and fostering joint projects in academic and scientific fields, was hosted by Çağ University.

The opening remarks for the fourth edition of the program, held at Çağ University’s Prof. Dr. İlhan Yücel Conference Hall, were delivered by Çağ University Rector Prof. Dr. Murat Koç, Tarsus University Rector Prof. Dr. Ali Özen, and Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University Rector Prof. Dr. Adnan Sözen.

During the workshop, academics from the universities gathered in 16 working groups formed across various disciplines—including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Analytics, Political Science and Public Administration, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, and Health Management—to evaluate potential joint projects and research topics, and developed roadmaps aimed at enhancing inter-university collaboration.

During the workshop, which saw broad participation, a cooperation protocol was also signed between Tarsus University and trex Digital Smart Production Systems Inc. The protocol aims to strengthen university-industry collaboration, conduct joint R&D activities, and develop internship and career opportunities for students.