Ankara University the Office of the Dean of Research actively participated in the 4th Research Dean’s Office Workshop organized by Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University on November 19-20, 2025. Vice Rector and Dean of Research Prof. Dr. Kaan Orhan shared the university’s research vision and cooperation strategies in his presentation at the ARDEK Sessions. The workshop, which featured contributions from reseach deans from different universities, adressed funding mechanisms, research support processes, and joint project opportunities. In addition to representatives from institutions such as TÜBİTAK, TÜSEB, the Turkish Nacional Agency and the General Directorate of Agricultural Research and Policies, private sector actors such as Kale Grup and Doğanlar Holding also participated in the sessions, where new models and support tools to strengthen university-industry collaboration were discussed. This gathering, which brought togethr newly established and experienced research deans, provided and important platform for knowledge sharing and sustainable interaction.

We would like to thank Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University for hosting us.