Contemporary Turkish Studies at a Glance - Topics, Institutions and Future Perspectives

Contemporary Turkish Studies at a Glance - Topics, Institutions and Future Perspectives took place with great success on October 13 & 14 at Istanbul Bilgi University.
The event was comprised of four panels which were chaired by some of the most established professors in their fields (Political Science: Prof. Dr. Fuat Key-man and Prof. Dr. İlter Turan, Sociology: Prof. Dr. Ayhan Kaya and Prof. Dr. Ayşe Parla, History: Prof. Dr. Şevket Pamuk and Prof. Dr. Leyla Neyzi, Culture Studies: Prof. Dr. Ayse Gül Altınay und Prof. Dr. Ayşe Kadıoğlu).
Over two days, outstanding young researcher from all over Europe discussed cutting-edge topics and innovative research questions within the field of contemporary Turkish Studies.

The aim of the event was to provide linkages for researchers, especially young scholars, involved in research on Turkey as well as to make a contribution to the cooperation of the institutions and actors at hand. With more than 300 registered participants the event by far exceeded the organizers‘ expectations.