A Patent Achievement in Solar Energy from an Istanbul Gelisim University Academic

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) has added yet another achievement in science and technology to its growing record of innovative, value-generating academic work. Faculty member Assoc. Prof. Ayşe Meriç Yazıcı has been granted a patent by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office for her invention aimed at developing a flexible structure capable of storing solar energy. This achievement, attained through work conducted with a focus on academic output, innovation, and societal benefit, stands as a concrete reflection of the university's research vision.

An Innovative Technology for Solar Energy Storage

The invention covered by the patent involves a flexible-structure technology that enables solar energy to be stored more effectively and efficiently. The technology is anticipated to make significant contributions to the development of renewable energy systems and the improvement of energy storage processes.
Through the flexible structure developed, the aim is to expand alternative applications in the field of energy storage. In this regard, the invention holds potential for enhancing energy efficiency and supporting sustainable environmental policies.

A Reflection of the Research and Innovation Vision

The patent achievement of Assoc. Prof. Ayşe Meriç Yazıcı, who serves as Vice Chair of the Department of International Trade and Business in the Faculty of Economics, Administrative, and Social Sciences, and concurrently as Quality Coordinator, once again demonstrated Istanbul Gelisim University's commitment to scientific output grounded in research, innovation, and societal benefit.
IGU continues to encourage the translation of scientific work into practical applications through its interdisciplinary approach and an academic ecosystem that supports innovative projects.