The Head of the Information Security Research Center (BİLGEM) at the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK), Ali Gorchin, visited Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU). During his visit, he met with AzTU’s Rector, Vilayat Valiyev, and other university representatives.

Rector Vilayat Valiyev highlighted AzTU’s ongoing initiatives in the fields of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of collaboration with BİLGEM in these areas. Ali Gorchin underscored the critical role of information security in today’s world and stressed the need for developing new cybersecurity products. He expressed interest in fostering cooperation between BİLGEM and AzTU, particularly at the master’s and doctoral levels.

Ali Gorchin proposed implementing joint certification programs between AzTU and BİLGEM, as well as establishing partnerships with Turkish universities. He also assured BİLGEM’s support for co-supervised master’s and doctoral programs. The discussions included plans to enhance students’ knowledge in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity by providing internship opportunities at BİLGEM.