IGU Climbs in World Rankings: A Notable Achievement in Webometrics 2026

The SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR) 2026 results, which evaluate universities based on research performance, innovation, and societal impact using the Scopus database, have been announced. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) stood out in the results for its rising research performance and strong position in engineering. According to SCImago 2026, Istanbul Gelisim University ranked 29th overall in Türkiye. Among foundation universities, IGU retained its 6th-place standing, as it had the previous year.

The Webometrics World University Rankings, which evaluate universities on the basis of academic performance, scientific output, digital visibility, and open-access policies, have been announced. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) posted a standout performance in the 2026 results of this ranking, which reflects higher education institutions’ standing on a global scale. In line with its “Research University” vision, IGU placed 1,364th in the world rankings, 28th in Türkiye, and 4th among foundation universities.

Istanbul Gelisim University Women’s Futsal Team and Istanbul Gelisim University Men's Football Team, who have been drawing attention with their strong performances in intercollegiate competitions, once again demonstrated their impact on the field with their latest victories. The teams put in a dominant performance both offensively and defensively against their opponents, maintaining control from the opening whistle to the final whistle. The victories stand as a clear testament to the disciplined work and strong team spirit both squads have shown throughout the season.

Istanbul Gelisim University Women's Volleyball Team delivered a dominant performance from start to finish against Istanbul Biruni University. Standing out with their effective serves, powerful attacks, and strong team cohesion on the court, the IGU side gave their opponents no opportunities and finished the match with a 3-0 victory.

The project titled "Disaster Logistics Field Preparedness: Warehouse Setup and Distribution Process Training with Youth," prepared by the IGU Supply Chain Club under the University Student Communities Cooperation and Support Program administered by the General Directorate of Youth Services, has been accepted. The project is advised by Lecturer Emine Öztürk Koçali from the Logistics Program at Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School, and will be carried out under the direction of Hatice Fıçıcı, a Logistics Department student at Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School. Lecturer Vefa Sümeyye Korkmaz from the Air Logistics program and Asst. Prof. Kaan Koçali from the Occupational Health and Safety program, both at Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School, will serve as instructors in activities focused on training content, field applications, and site preparedness. The project will also include training sessions with participants from AFAD, Avcılar Municipality, and Istanbul Metropolitan Municipatily.

The "Talking About Addictions: A Special Yeşilay Week Panel," organized by the Istanbul Gelisim University Addiction Prevention Coordination Unit, was held on campus to a wide audience. The program addressed addiction from medical, psychological, and societal perspectives. The panel was attended by IGU Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin, Avcılar District Health Director and Avcılar District Yeşilay Chair Dr. Fatih Türkmen, faculty members, and numerous students.

International conferences will be held on May 7-8, 2026, in Bali Denpasar, organized in collaboration between Istanbul Gelisim University and Indonesia's Nusa Putra University, and hosted by Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha. Among the opening speakers at the conferences will be Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Economics, Administrative, and Social Sciences Dean Prof. Kenan Aydın. The events, to be held under the Bali Conference Series, aim to bring together the academic world by focusing on themes of sustainable development, digital transformation, innovative approaches in education, and the green economy.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Faculty of Fine Arts (FFA) Radio, Television, and Cinema Department senior student Orhan Kerem Kartal has been awarded production support provided by the T.R. Ministry of Culture and Tourism's General Directorate of Cinema. Kartal's short film project titled "Dostlar Sağolsun" was among the productions supported under the Ministry's support program. The fact that the work, developed as a graduation project, was deemed worthy of Ministry support was regarded as a significant achievement by departmental faculty.

The photography exhibition themed “In the Paw Prints,” organized as part of Istanbul Gelisim University's Research Center for Art and Design (SATMER) arts events, opened its doors with content that brings art and social awareness together. The exhibition, comprising 45 works by Asst. Prof. Ali Kemal Çipe of the Faculty of Fine Arts, met with art enthusiasts at Istanbul Gelisim Art Gallery. The exhibition opening was attended by Faculty of Fine Arts Dean Prof. Şükran Güzin Ilıcak Aydınalp, Research Center for Art and Design Director Asst. Prof. Mustafa Günay, and numerous faculty members and students. The opening, which drew considerable interest, demonstrated the sustainability of art production and cultural activities within the university.

Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Software Engineering Department senior students achieved another significant success at TEKNOFEST 2025 with AgroSense, a farmer assistant supported by artificial intelligence (FilizAI). The team, which reached the finals in the Agricultural Technologies category, was awarded the Prestige Award under the "Starred Topics" designation.