İstinye University and Eyüp Sabri Tuncer Sign Cooperation Protocol

İstinye University and Eyüp Sabri Tuncer Sign Cooperation Protocol

İstinye University has signed a significant cooperation protocol with Eyüp Sabri Tuncer, one of Turkey’s long-established and pioneering brands. The protocol was signed by İstinye University Rector Prof. Dr. Erkan İbiş and Eyüp Sabri Tuncer Chairman of the Board Engin Tuncer. The signing ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Bülent Katiboğlu, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry; Prof. Dr. Hatice Öz Pektaş, Dean of the Faculty of Communication; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Okan Yaşar from the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences; Assistant Secretary General İlkay Sancaktar; Pelin Tuncer, Marketing Director of Eyüp Sabri Tuncer; and Mehmet Atar, Honorary Consul of Vanuatu in Istanbul.

As part of the cooperation, current R&D efforts, next-generation product development processes, and academic collaborations were discussed. The company presented its ongoing R&D projects, particularly those focused on toothpaste products, and shared steps taken to integrate scientific research into the industry. This partnership aims to combine academic and sectoral expertise to realize innovative and science-based projects.

Applied R&D to Add Value to Both University and Industry

This strategic partnership seeks to unite İstinye University’s strength in scientific research with Eyüp Sabri Tuncer’s extensive industry experience to support both academic and industrial development. Collaborations with the university’s faculties and academics will contribute to transforming scientific research into industrial solutions.

During the ceremony, İstinye University Rector Prof. Dr. Erkan İbiş emphasized that universities are not just educational and research institutions but also centers of innovation working in collaboration with industry. He noted that this partnership with Eyüp Sabri Tuncer would provide students and academics with valuable applied R&D opportunities.

Strengthening Ties Between Academia and Industry

Eyüp Sabri Tuncer Chairman Engin Tuncer highlighted the brand’s vision of science-based product development, stating that collaborations with universities add significant value to their work. “The projects we will conduct with İstinye University will build a bridge between the industry and academia, paving the way for innovative developments,” he said.

This protocol between İstinye University and Eyüp Sabri Tuncer not only covers current projects but also lays the foundation for future joint R&D work, innovative product development, and academic research in various fields. Strengthening the bond between science and industry, this collaboration represents a major step toward producing valuable new projects for both academia and consumers.