The XVIII Dr. Aysun Küçükel and Dr. Ahmet Küçükel Medical Awards Have Found Their Winners
The awards, presented to support scientific studies, innovative research, and projects contributing to the field of healthcare, have once again been granted this year to researchers and physicians who have made significant contributions in their fields.

Social Responsibility in Healthcare Award
Leyla’dan Sonra Project
Leyla’dan Sonra Team
Pride in Healthcare Award
First Place in the World at the STS (The Society of Thoracic Surgeons) Congress
Dr. Nazlı Melis Coşkun
Dr. Atilay Koltuk
Young Researcher Third Prize
In Situ Bioprinting of Decellularized Extracellular Matrix-Based Bioinks for Cranial Regeneration
Begüm Pınarbaşı
Young Researcher Second Prize
Investigation of the Neuroprotective Effects of Sodium Pentaborate on the TRPM2 Channel in an Alzheimer’s Model Using In Silico Modeling, Patch-Clamp, and Artificial Intelligence–Assisted Analysis Methods
Çağın Çevik
Young Researcher First Prize
Development of Mechanically Tunable Patient-Specific Soft Tissue Models Using 3D Bioprinting and Their Integration into Surgical Decision-Making Processes: An Artificial Intelligence–Supported Biomimetic Design Platform
Buğra Ayan
Digital Transformation and Innovative Perspective in Healthcare Award
Development of a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Based Mobile Application (ÖZERK) to Prevent Emotional and Behavioral Problems in Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities
Assoc. Prof. Sabide Duygu Uygun
Best Scientific Research Award
Transcriptome Analysis of Unmedicated Heterozygous Familial Mediterranean Fever Patients Reveals a Type I Interferon Signature Driving Increasing Pyrin Expression
Assoc. Prof. Erdağ Sağ
Dr. Gözde İmren
Güven Healthcare Group Honor Award
Prof. Dr. Fuat Atalay
The awards will be presented to their recipients during the Medical Day event to be held on March 14. The event will bring together many distinguished members of the healthcare community.
Date: Saturday, March 14
Time: 08:00 – 17:30
Venue: Sheraton Ankara Hotel & Convention Center
