Azerbaijani Researchers Bring International R&D Closer to Students at Bursa Uludağ University
On 27 October 2026, researchers from Azerbaijan came together with the academics and students of the Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Physics, within the scope of the HSAFE project, organized with the support of the BUU Physics Department Student Community.
Hosted by the Bursa Uludağ University Department of Physics, an education and promotion seminar were held with the aim of strengthening international academic collaborations and bringing students together with global R&D projects. The event, which saw high participation from physics department academics and students, was the scene of valuable academic exchanges. During the opening session of the seminar, the visiting research delegation from Azerbaijan was introduced to the audience. The guest team shared their scientific and technological R&D activities, laboratory work, and research results conducted in their home country with the participants. Academics and students had the opportunity to gain detailed information about these international-level studies. Continuing in an interactive atmosphere with a Q&A session, the seminar concluded with commemorative photos taken after answering the questions raised by participants. It was emphasized that such international events serve as an important bridge in broadening students' visions and developing joint projects.
HSAFE Researchers Join Breast Cancer Awareness Event at Bursa Uludağ University
Within the scope of the HSAFE project, researchers from Azerbaijan attended the "Breast Cancer Awareness" event, organized on 12 October, 2026, in collaboration with Bursa Uludağ University Center for Women’s and Family Studies (BUKAM) and the Molecular Cancer Research Laboratory (BUMKAL). The HSAFE project team, which aims to detect cancer biomarkers, had the opportunity to network and connect with other researchers working in this field. The event contributed significantly to the professional and academic development of young researchers.
HSAFE Project Strengthens International Scientific Cooperation in Azerbaijan
On 9 July 2026, within the scope of the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Staff Exchanges (MSCA-SE) HSAFE Project, researcher secondments and scientific presentations conducted at the Institute of Radiation Problems (IRP) (Baku, Azerbaijan), one of our partner institutions, are continuously strengthening our project network.
During the visits, productive discussions were held with various research groups seeking to enhance international cooperation and establish new partnerships. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mürşide HACIİSMAİLOĞLU and Prof. Dr. Ayşegül KAHRAMAN (Bursa Uludağ University team) from our project team closely followed the scientific presentations delivered by these groups and engaged in mutual consultations regarding potential collaborative research areas. These meetings constituted an important step toward expanding the impact of the project and laying the groundwork for future joint initiatives.
HSAFE Project Workshop in Baku, Azerbaijan
In July 2026, a workshop was held at the Azerbaijan Baku Institute of Radiation Problems within the framework of the HSAFE Project, which is conducted under the European Union-backed Marie Skłodowska-Curie Staff Exchange (MSCA-SE) program and coordinated by Bursa Uludağ University.
The event organized in Baku brought together not only the researchers of the HSAFE project but also those from the ENOSE project, which carries out pioneering work in a similar field. Scientists involved in these two different EU projects shared their current research and findings with their colleagues through presentations.
From the HSAFE project, Prof. Dr. Ayşegül KAHRAMAN and Assoc. Dr. Mürşide HACIİSMAİLOĞLU took part in the workshop with two comprehensive presentations covering biosensors, global trends in sensor technologies, energy storage systems, and magnetic materials.
HSAFE Research Team Presents Sensor Development Activities in Baku
On 11 June 2026, as part of the HSAFE Project, carried out by Bursa Uludağ University under the European Union-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Staff Exchange (MSCA-SE) Programme, the Micro-scale Sensor Development Group (MSDG) was introduced at the Institute of Physics and the Institute of Radiation Problems in Baku, Azerbaijan.
As part of the event, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mürşide Hacıismailoğlu, a member of the project team, delivered a comprehensive presentation. During the presentation, the research infrastructure, areas of expertise, and ongoing scientific activities of the MSGE were introduced to the participants. The national and international projects successfully completed by the group over the past decade, together with its scientific publications and major research achievements, were presented in detail.
The presentation also outlined the MSGE's research vision and strategic roadmap for the next ten years. The importance of international collaboration in achieving the group's future research objectives was emphasized, and priority areas offering strong potential for joint research and project development were highlighted.
The event provided an important platform for strengthening scientific cooperation between Türkiye and Azerbaijan within the scope of the HSAFE Project and for exploring opportunities for future collaborative research activities.
HSAFE Project Presentation in Baku, Azerbaijan
On March 2026, Bursa Uludağ University has taken an important step toward enhancing international collaborations within the scope of the HSAFE Project, supported by the European Union under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Staff Exchange (MSCA-SE) program. In this context, a comprehensive project presentation was delivered to the Institute of Physics and the Institute of Radiation Problems in Baku, Azerbaijan.
During the presentation, the academic staff of the Department of Physics at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences of Bursa Uludağ University were introduced in detail, and comprehensive information was provided about their research areas and ongoing scientific studies. In addition, the advanced research infrastructure and technical facilities of the department were presented to the participants.
A significant part of the presentation was dedicated to the Micro-Scale Sensor Development Team (MSGE), which plays an active role in the HSAFE project. Detailed information was shared about the team’s research activities to date, developed technologies, and scientific outputs. Furthermore, the team’s strategic roadmap for the 2025–2030 period was presented, outlining future research priorities and targeted areas for international collaboration.
The meeting also included an overview of the HSAFE project’s objectives, scientific approach, and its importance within the framework of the European Union Marie Curie program. The project aims to contribute to the development of innovative sensor technologies by supporting interdisciplinary research and enhancing international researcher mobility.
This presentation is considered an important step toward establishing sustainable scientific collaborations between the institutions.
HSAFE Project Kick-off Meeting at ODAE 2025
On the 5th of September 2025, the Kick-off Meeting of the new HSAFE Project (101232577) took place in Ölüdeniz, Turkey, as part of the ODAE – Open Dialog in Applied Engineering 2025 Conference. HSAFE is a project funded by the European Commission’s Executive Research Agency, and coordinated by Bursa Uludağ University (Turkey).
HSAFE (Innovative High-Sensitivity Avalanche Field-Effect Transistors Designed for Cancer Diagnosis) aims to develop next-generation ultrasensitive biosensors. These devices, based on avalanche field-effect transistor (FET) arrays and novel 2D materials, are designed to enable faster, more accurate, and cost-effective early detection of lung and lymphoma cancers. Beyond advancing sensor technology, the project seeks to contribute to the future of precision medicine by improving diagnosis and patient outcomes.
The HSAFE consortium brings together an impressive network of European and international partners, including: Bursa Uludağ University (Turkey), IST Micro Sensor Teknolojileri A.Ş. (Turkey), University of West Bohemia (Czech Republic), Minds in Motion Foundation (Hungary), V.E. Lashkaryov Institute of Semiconductor Physics NASU (Ukraine), Associação DeepTechLab (Portugal), Nanomaterials Research & Development (Poland), Institute of Radiation Problems ANAS (Azerbaijan), and SETM LLC (Azerbaijan).
During the hybrid meeting, participants, alongside with a REA representative, discussed the organizational and scientific foundations of the project, including the implementation roadmap, partner responsibilities, and future networking activities. The event was crucial for presenting the partner organizations, aligning strategies across the consortium and ensuring a coordinated approach to achieving HSAFE’s research milestones.
This kickoff marked the beginning of a collaborative journey towards breakthrough innovation in cancer diagnostics. By leveraging advanced nanotechnology and international expertise, HSAFE sets out to push the frontiers of biomedical engineering and provide tangible societal benefits.
