METU Science and Technology Policy Studies

In December 2023, ARCHES and METU-TEKPOL (Ankara) formalised a collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant step toward fostering research, innovation, and international networking in science, technology, and innovation policy.

Established in 1997 at Middle East Technical University (METU), METU-TEKPOL is Türkiye’s leading research centre dedicated to science and technology policy, serving as a crucial hub for government bodies, agencies, and industry stakeholders. The centre plays a key role in coordinating education, research, and policy development, actively engaging with ministries, development agencies, TUBITAK, TURKPATENT, TTGV, major defence industry firms (e.g., TAI, ASELSAN), and technology zones such as METU-TEKNOKENT and CYBERPARK.

Through this MoU, ARCHES and METU-TEKPOL aim to:

✅ Strengthen collaboration in research and innovation.
✅ Facilitate knowledge exchange between experts, policymakers, and industry leaders.
✅ Enhance international networking opportunities for mutual benefit.
✅ Develop joint projects, organise conferences, and provide consultancy on science, technology, and innovation policies.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing science, technology, and innovation policy at national and international levels, leveraging the strengths of both institutions to drive impactful collaborations.