Within the scope of the BAP Collaborative Research Projects call carried out by the Technical Universities Union (TU11), two projects developed by Erzurum Technical University (ETU) have been approved for funding.
According to the evaluation results of the BAP Collaborative Research Projects, which aim to strengthen cooperation among technical universities, create synergy in critical research areas in line with national development goals, and produce high value-added scientific outputs, ETU received support for two projects titled “Smart and Fast Analysis Approach in Structural Health Monitoring: Artificial Intelligence–Based Short-Term Data Evaluation” and “Development of a PDA-MIP-Based Fiber Optic Sensor for Label-Free and Selective Detection of Dopamine.”
The project titled “Smart and Fast Analysis Approach in Structural Health Monitoring: Artificial Intelligence–Based Short-Term Data Evaluation,” led by Prof. Dr. İlker Kazaz, a faculty member of the Department of Civil Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, focuses on analyzing vibration data obtained from large-scale engineering structures using artificial intelligence and deep learning methods based on short-term data records. The project aims to reduce the high data volume and processing costs encountered in the continuous monitoring of critical infrastructures such as dams. Through the use of short data segments, reliable estimation of modal parameters will be achieved. The project will be carried out in cooperation with Erzurum Technical University, Karadeniz Technical University, and Yıldız Technical University.
The second project, titled “Development of a PDA-MIP-Based Fiber Optic Sensor for Label-Free and Selective Detection of Dopamine,” is led by Prof. Dr. Güven Turgut, a faculty member of the Department of Basic Sciences in the Faculty of Science. This project aims to develop an innovative sensor technology in the fields of health and biotechnology. Within the scope of the project, dopamine—an important biomolecule for the early diagnosis of neurological diseases—will be analyzed using a next-generation fiber optic biosensor with high sensitivity and selectivity. The study, which will also be conducted in cooperation with Erzurum Technical University, Karadeniz Technical University, and Yıldız Technical University, will combine nanostructured coatings, molecular imprinting techniques, and advanced surface modification methods.
Commenting on the projects, Prof. Dr. Bulent Çakmak, Rector of Erzurum Technical University, stated that they are very pleased that two of the 16 projects supported within the scope of the 2025 BAP Collaborative Research Projects call belong to ETU. He emphasized that these two projects supported under the Technical Universities Union offer innovative solutions in the fields of engineering and biotechnology. He also expressed his belief that the projects will provide important scientific contributions in both basic sciences and applied research, strengthen the research capacity of the university, enhance academic knowledge and experience, and contribute to national development goals. He concluded by congratulating the academic staff involved and wishing them continued success.
Corporate Communications and Promotion Directorate December 29, 2025
Within the scope of the BAP Collaborative Research Projects call carried out by the Technical Universities Union (TU11), two projects developed by Erzurum Technical University (ETU) have been approved for funding.
According to the evaluation results of the BAP Collaborative Research Projects, which aim to strengthen cooperation among technical universities, create synergy in critical research areas in line with national development goals, and produce high value-added scientific outputs, ETU received support for two projects titled “Smart and Fast Analysis Approach in Structural Health Monitoring: Artificial Intelligence–Based Short-Term Data Evaluation” and “Development of a PDA-MIP-Based Fiber Optic Sensor for Label-Free and Selective Detection of Dopamine.”
The project titled “Smart and Fast Analysis Approach in Structural Health Monitoring: Artificial Intelligence–Based Short-Term Data Evaluation,” led by Prof. Dr. İlker Kazaz, a faculty member of the Department of Civil Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, focuses on analyzing vibration data obtained from large-scale engineering structures using artificial intelligence and deep learning methods based on short-term data records. The project aims to reduce the high data volume and processing costs encountered in the continuous monitoring of critical infrastructures such as dams. Through the use of short data segments, reliable estimation of modal parameters will be achieved. The project will be carried out in cooperation with Erzurum Technical University, Karadeniz Technical University, and Yıldız Technical University.
The second project, titled “Development of a PDA-MIP-Based Fiber Optic Sensor for Label-Free and Selective Detection of Dopamine,” is led by Prof. Dr. Güven Turgut, a faculty member of the Department of Basic Sciences in the Faculty of Science. This project aims to develop an innovative sensor technology in the fields of health and biotechnology. Within the scope of the project, dopamine—an important biomolecule for the early diagnosis of neurological diseases—will be analyzed using a next-generation fiber optic biosensor with high sensitivity and selectivity. The study, which will also be conducted in cooperation with Erzurum Technical University, Karadeniz Technical University, and Yıldız Technical University, will combine nanostructured coatings, molecular imprinting techniques, and advanced surface modification methods.
Commenting on the projects, Prof. Dr. Bulent Çakmak, Rector of Erzurum Technical University, stated that they are very pleased that two of the 16 projects supported within the scope of the 2025 BAP Collaborative Research Projects call belong to ETU. He emphasized that these two projects supported under the Technical Universities Union offer innovative solutions in the fields of engineering and biotechnology. He also expressed his belief that the projects will provide important scientific contributions in both basic sciences and applied research, strengthen the research capacity of the university, enhance academic knowledge and experience, and contribute to national development goals. He concluded by congratulating the academic staff involved and wishing them continued success.
Corporate Communications and Promotion Directorate December 29, 2025
