Istanbul Gelisim University Takes an International Step in Neuroscience: Strategic Research Partnership with Japan-Based Kyowa Hakko Bio

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Life Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Application and Research Center has signed an important collaborative research agreement with Kyowa Hakko Bio Co., Ltd., a company operating in Tokyo, Japan, in the fields of neuroscience and biomedical research. This agreement strengthens the university’s international scientific network while paving the way for innovative studies in neuroscience.

The Effects of Citicoline on Neural Health to Be Examined Multidimensionally

The project titled “Integrative Transcriptomic, Proteomic, and Metabolic Profiling of Citicoline Effects on Neuronal Cells” aims to comprehensively investigate the effects of Citicoline (Cognizin), a compound developed by Kyowa Hakko Bio, on nerve cells through a multidisciplinary scientific approach. The research seeks to generate new data on neural health and neuroprotection strategies.

The Research Is Led by Istanbul Gelisim University Academics

The project is led by Asst. Prof. Onur Dirican, Vice Director of the Life Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Application and Research Center at Istanbul Gelisim University. Asst. Prof. Abbas Ali Husseini also takes part in the project as a center researcher. The research team plans to conduct its studies under the coordination of the IGU Life Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Application and Research Center.

“This Collaboration Is a Sign of Trust in Our Scientific Capacity”

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Asst. Prof. Serap Yeşilkır Baydar, Director of the Life Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Application and Research Center, emphasized that this collaboration is a concrete indication of the international trust placed in the university’s scientific infrastructure. She stated that the partnership will make significant contributions to research in the field of neuroprotection and further advance global collaborations in life sciences.

IGU at the Forefront of Biomedical Research

With this strategic collaboration, Istanbul Gelisim University has taken another step forward toward its goal of becoming a leading institution in biomedical and neuroscience research at the international level. IGU once again demonstrated its determination to maintain its vision of producing innovative contributions to human health through its strong scientific structure, robust international partnerships, and commitment to excellence in research.