Rector of Ondokuz Mayıs University (OMU) Prof. Dr. Yavuz Ünal visited the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK) and met with TÜBİTAK President Prof. Dr. Hasan Mandal.

During the visit held under the Presidency of TÜBİTAK, Rector Ünal informed President Mandal about OMU's goal of becoming a research university and its initiatives and activities in this direction.

Rector Ünal also talked about the preparations and works of OMU for TEKNOFEST, which will be held in Samsun-centered Black Sea Region between 30 August and 4 September 2022, and student projects that will participate in the competitions. Rector Ünal stated that TEKNOFEST is an excellent opportunity for Samsun; and that they believe it will lead to change and transformation as a great source of energy and synergy, and noted that such a great organization would motivate and guide young people and entrepreneurs in technology and innovation.

Expressing his satisfaction with the visit, TUBITAK President Mandal shared his views and evaluations on the research and development (R&D), support programs, and the innovation ecosystem of TÜBİTAK with Rector Ünal.

Emphasizing that they closely follow OMU's moves and activities to become an R&D university, President Mandal stated that they want to see OMU in this classification soon, wishing the OMU family success in this path and conveying their love and greetings.

The visit ended with presenting a gift by Rector Ünal to President Mandal.