The “Smart Network for Technology Transfer and Commercialisation with Funnel Model (SMARTNET)” project marked the end of its 36-month journey with an impactful Closing Event, hosted at Yıldız Technical University in Istanbul. Bringing together 152 stakeholders from Türkiye’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem, the event celebrated the project’s strategic achievements while signaling future-oriented collaboration and sustainability.
News & Announcements
8
May
Welcome to the SMARTNET Closing Event Registration Page! After an exciting 2.5-year journey, we are delighted to invite you to the SMARTNETglobal Closing Event at Yıldız Technical University to celebrate achievements and shape the future together. Please complete the form below to register for the event. Participation is free; seats are limited. Kind regards 13.30 …
8
May
SMARTNET Entrepreneurs Took Berlin by Storm: A Week of Strategic Engagements, Investor Pitches, and Global Networking
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Nis
SMARTNET National Patent Fair: A Dynamic Platform for Innovation and Commercialization The SMARTNET Project is proud to host the National Patent Fair (IP Fair) on April 25, 2025, at the Istanbul Technology Commercialization Center (BTM). This significant event is organized within the framework of the EU-funded project “A Smart Network for Technology Transfer and Commercialisation …
26
Mar
The SMARTNET Case Study Panel and 5th AI Platform User Training brought together visionary entrepreneurs, investors, and tech-driven minds to explore real-life startup journeys and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. The two-day event empowered participants with strategic insights, practical tools, and future-ready digital skills to thrive in the innovation ecosystem.
24
Mar
SMARTNET DEMODAY-4 Brought Together 14 Startups and Investors at Ardventure Tekmer
19
Mar
Join Us for the SMARTNET National Patent Fair, Case Study Panel, and Admin User Training! We are excited to announce multiple key events under the SMARTNET Project, aimed at fostering innovation, networking, and technological advancements.
18
Mar
Call For National Patent Fair Participation
22
Oca
On December 18, 2024, the SMARTNET Project Team held a productive meeting with Ms. Duygu Eren, CEO of DecacornAngels, along with key representatives from the investment network. The gathering aimed to explore potential areas of collaboration and discuss innovative approaches to entrepreneurship and investment within the scope of SMARTNET's objectives.During the meeting, the participants exchanged …
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Ara
SMARTNET Artificial Intelligence-Based Entrepreneurship Portal Hosted Its 2nd Training Session on December 19, 2024, at Yıldız Technical University TechnoparkThe second training session of the SMARTNET AI-Based Entrepreneurship Portal took place on December 19, 2024, at the Yıldız Technical University Technopark in Istanbul. This highly anticipated event brought together entrepreneurs to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) …
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Kas
The mentoring support, which is among the opportunities offered by SMARTNET to entrepreneurs, is designed for technological initiatives that need guidance in the acceleration, commercialisation, national and international market opening and investor matching stages. In this context, candidates who have a mentoring background or who are suitable for potential mentoring were evaluated, informed through interviews …
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Kas
The SMARTNET Global Mentorship Support Program has been initiated to provide comprehensive mentorship services to entrepreneurs who have successfully completed the basic and advanced training under the SMARTNET project.Program Details:Entrepreneurs Benefiting: A total of 100 entrepreneurs will participate in the mentorship program.Mentorship Hours: Each entrepreneur will receive 40 hours of mentorship, structured as 4-hour sessions …
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Eki
The SMARTNET Project, funded by the European Union and the Republic of Türkiye, is coordinated through periodic evaluation meetings held on a four-month, one-month, and weekly basis.Implemented under the framework of the Ministry of Industry and Technology and the Competitive Sectors Program, the project operates under the leadership of Yıldız Technical University in partnership with …
30
Nis
SMARTNET Launch Event, held on April 30, 2024, at Otağ-ı Hümayun on Yıldız Technical University Campus, marked a significant step in enhancing Türkiye’s intellectual property, technology, and export potential.
3
Kas
Experts in their fields, successful entrepreneurs and experts of our project team met with the audience through online and physical events. Interactive conversations were shaped within the framework of the following topics.While the participants had the opportunity to network among themselves, they also had the opportunity to meet with experts. SMARTNET TALKS I12 April 2023ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECO-SYSTEMModerator: …
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Tem
We Met with Entrepreneurs and Technopark Managements by Capacity Building and Network Visits in Nationwide Türkiye
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Oca
While making detailed planning of SMARTNET activities and introducing our support, we came together with parties other than our project partners, with whom we can develop cooperation and benefit from their opinions to discuss the needs and solution proposals.On 12 December 2022, we first visited Istanbul University and Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Mustafa Oral Öncül, …
