Health October 2025 · 2024

BioForm XII: Bridging Medicine, Biology, and Engineering at Yıldız Technical University

A flagship event connecting students with industry leaders and future health innovations.

On 11–12 December 2024, Yıldız Technical University hosted BioForm XII, a flagship event bridging medicine, biology, and engineering. With the participation of leading companies such as Sanofi, Siemens Healthineers, Bilim Kimya, and Eczacıbaşı, the event provided a vibrant platform where students engaged directly with industry experts through keynote sessions, interactive panels, and a dynamic fair area.The two-day program featured talks on artificial intelligence in medicine, wearable health technologies, forensic sciences, oncology, and future innovations in biology and healthcare. In addition, social and cultural perspectives were integrated, including sessions on sports sciences, psychology, and perfumery, offering a multidisciplinary learning experience.

Through its blend of technical insights, applied science, and industry collaboration, BioForm XII enhanced students’ employability skills, strengthened university–industry ties, and fostered innovation in health technologies.

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