The Midwest Turkish Academic Society (MTAS) is a privately-run, non-profit organisation founded in 2017 in Chicago, IL. MTAS’s primary goal is to foster academic and educational cooperation among scholars in the Midwest and between the Midwest region and Turkey. This is achieved by facilitating the exchange of knowledge, scientific advancements, and technology, as well as by organising educational events and networking opportunities.
VISION: MTAS envisions promoting sustainable integration of scientific progress between the U.S. and Turkey by facilitating exchanges of expertise, ideas, and technology among forward-thinking individuals in academia, science, education, and professional practice. These collaborations aim to foster mutual learning and mentorship among peers.
MISSION: Our mission is to cultivate partnerships that strengthen the connections between education, cutting-edge research, and practical applications of technology through enhanced networking opportunities between scholars and scientists from both countries. We strive to develop programs and initiatives that equip stakeholders with the knowledge and skills needed to engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research and educational endeavours.
VALUES: MTAS is committed to fostering an environment conducive to scientific collaboration, promoting educational innovation, and supporting robust infrastructure for multidisciplinary research.
PARTNERSHIP: We collaborate with research communities in the U.S. and Turkey to promote innovative and cooperative research endeavours that lead to transformative scientific breakthroughs. Our efforts include facilitating the exchange of knowledge and technological advancements through educational programs and networking activities in both regions.