Science and Technology Week

In Türkiye, 8–14March is observed as Science and Technology Week, a period aimed at promoting scientific thinking, introducing technological advancements, and raising awareness about these fields across all segments of society. During this week, government institutions, universities, and civil society organizations collaborate to organize a variety of scientific and technical activities.

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Within the framework of Science and Technology Week, the relationship between science and technology is defined as follows:

• Science: The process of acquiring accurate knowledge about a portion of the universe or phenomena through various methodologies.
• Technology: The practical application of theoretical knowledge gained in scientific fields. For example, while the transmission of sound is a subject of physics, the development of devices such as telephones or radios based on this principle is a technological process.

In today’s world, the production, sharing, and use of knowledge have become fundamental indicators of a society’s level of development. In this so-called “age of information,” societies that prioritize scientific endeavors are recognized for eliminating ignorance and achieving more modern and comfortable standards of living.

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Throughout the week, a wide range of activities are conducted nationwide:

Experts in their fields deliver seminars on topics such as Artificial Intelligence, "Climate Change", "Space Technologies", "Nanotechnology", and "Mathematical Modeling". Additionally, due to its overlap with International Women’s Day on 8 March, special sessions under the theme "Women in Science" are also organized.

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• Science Centers: Public workshops, microscope applications, and science demonstrations are held at science centers across Türkiye (in Bursa, Eskişehir, Konya, Kocaeli, Kayseri, and others).
• DENEYAP Workshops: In technology workshops located in all 81 provinces, students participate in robotics and coding projects, as well as visual presentations on the biographies of scientists.
• Space and Aviation: Practical training sessions such as satellite model building and rocket design workshops are offered.

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TÜBİTAK and other leading institutions open their laboratories (MAM, BİLGEM, SAGE, UZAY, etc.) to the public, introducing participants to defense industry projects, communication satellites (TÜRKSAT 6A), and national technology initiatives. Additionally, data analysis schools and interactive experiment stations are established in specialized fields such as metrology and particle physics.

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This week, established in Türkiye to emphasize the importance of science and technology, also coincides with Pi Day on 14 March. In parallel, special events are planned to highlight the historical development of mathematics and its role in everyday life. All activities conducted during the week aim to elevate society to the level of an “information society” and encourage younger generations to pursue scientific careers.