Prof. Rümeyza Kazancıoğlu, MD
Bezmiâlem Vakıf University, Rector, Department of Nephrology
Prof. Pınar Soysal, MD
Bezmiâlem Vakıf University, Department of Geriatrics
Prof. Mehmet Hakan Özdemir, MD
Bezmiâlem Vakıf University, Department of Ophthalmology
Prof. Öner Şanlı, MD
Istanbul University, Department of Urology
Serdar Uysal, PhD
LIVZYM BioTechnologies, Founder - Chairman
Prof. Nicola Veronese, MD
UniCamillus - International Medical University in Rome, Department of Geriatrics
The congress, held under the name "Sharing Perspectives and Research Knowledge" (SPARK), will be organized for the eighth time this year under the auspices of Bezmialem Vakıf University. Its goal is to bring together the future physicians with international leaders and academics. In 2025, for the first time, the congress will host participants and speakers from around the world with the main theme of "Awareness". The congress will include a scientific program, workshops, social events, and a post-event proceedings booklet.
The congress team, which embarked on its mission to understand and convey what it means to be a good physician, realized that creating the SPARK brand name was about understanding different perspectives and acquiring the research mindset that forms the foundation of medical sciences. When determining the main theme of the first congress under this name, the team aimed to convey the SPARK vision and address current global topics in the field of medicine from diverse perspectives. The congress, with the theme of "Awareness," intends to bring together medical students who are aware of themselves, their patients, and the changing world, under sub-themes such as "The Future of Medicine," "AI Technologies in Healthcare," "Scientific Research," "Medical Ethics," and "Multidisciplinary Approach to Medicine." It is planned that participants will leave the congress with key takeaways, including the tools of a physician who meets the needs of the age, the leadership spirit that shapes the future, motivation for scientific research, and a strong awareness of ethical values.
Stu. Dr. Mahmut Çil
Zeynep Kuzu
Stu. Dr. İbrahim Genç
Stu. Dr. Enes Efendioğlu
Stu. Dr. Mehmet Özbaş
Stu. Dr. Berrak Pehlivan
Ceren Ören
Durrin İliman
Elif Leyal Uğraş
Kerem Polatöz
Meltem Mina Dikmeci
Veysel Yaşar Gerger
Bahar Yangöz
Ceylin Nisa İnandı
Bahar Aynalı
Berre Su Kömür
Beyzanur Arslan
Bilge Zeynep Kılıç
Demirhan Ekşi
Efe Berk Altunal
Eren Can Doğan
Hasan Kaan Gençtürk
Hasan Salih Aktaş
Ilgaz Aslan
Işıl Banu Karagöz
İrem Yüksel
Mehmet Levent Gündoğdu
Muhammed Enes Böce
Münevver Sena Duva
Sema Şeker
Sevde Naz Sarısoy
Şevval Deniz Bulut
Zeynep Başbuğ
Zeynep Hilal Özhan
Nisan Haliloğlu
Sude Çukacı
Beyza Kumral
Ceyda Duman
Elis Özdikililer
Nil Rümeysa Kosta
Özge Baykara
Stu. Dr. Ayşe Sena Esen
Zeynep Parla Parmaksız
Eylül Özgün
Halim Deniz Koca
Kağan Çakmak
Larissa Basmacı
Yaren Can
Duru Dönmez
Eda Nazlı Umar
Nazım Kankılıç
Sıla Çelebi
Sude Özcan
Duru Dönmez
Nur Elif Akdoğan
Sude Ayhan
Vasfi Arslan
Murat Can Adam
Mustafa Ceylan
Students who do not wish to present a poster or oral presentation, but still seek to engage in scientific sessions and expert talks, networking opportunities, and the social aspects of the congress, are encouraged to participate are encouraged to participate.
For the application form (Domestic Participants), click here.
For the application form (International Participants), click here.
Medical students and recent graduates who conduct scientific research and wish to present their work at the congress can apply.
Abstracts will undergo a preliminary evaluation by the jury based on blind review criteria. Presentations of the abstracts that pass the preliminary evaluation will be conducted in two categories: oral and poster presentations. Both categories will be evaluated by the jury, and awards will be given for first, second, and third place.
Students who qualify to present their scientific studies in the oral presentation sessions, based on the dates and criteria set by the congress jury, will be included in the program.
Poster presentations will not be part of the scientific program flow but will be held in the congress foyer at designated times, to be determined later, during appropriate time slots within the scientific program hours, in the presence of participants and the jury.
Summaries of speeches and presentations included in the scientific program will be published in the abstract book. The abstract book, which will be shared through announcement channels (printed and electronic media) after the event, will serve as a tangible output of the congress.
Click here for the abstract submission form.
Workshops will be announced soon.
This year, SPARK25 brings its participants together with a truly unique social program. Our lineup will feature surprise guests joining as social speakers. Throughout the congress, you’ll also have the chance to take part in engaging activities designed to foster networking, alongside a variety of unique experiences waiting for you in our lively foyer area.
After a day full of science, we’ll wrap it up with a gala dinner overlooking the iconic Bosphorus from European side of the city. While enjoying a dazzling view of Istanbul’s historic peninsula, get ready for some special surprises during the evening.
The following morning, we’ll cross to the Asian side of the city to start the day with a peaceful seaside Sunday breakfast. As we take in the beauty of the Bosphorus from both shores, you’ll experience the essence of Istanbul’s rich history through the lens of traditional Turkish breakfast culture.
• Gala Dinner: Saturday, May 24 | Yıldız Hisar
• Breakfast: Sunday, May 25 | SGK Üsküdar Social Facilities
This year, SPARK25 brings its participants together with a truly unique social program. Our lineup will feature surprise guests joining as social speakers. Throughout the congress, you’ll also have the chance to take part in engaging activities designed to foster networking, alongside a variety of unique experiences waiting for you in our lively foyer area.
After a day full of science, we’ll wrap it up with a gala dinner overlooking the iconic Bosphorus from European side of the city. While enjoying a dazzling view of Istanbul’s historic peninsula, get ready for some special surprises during the evening.
The following morning, we’ll cross to the Asian side of the city to start the day with a peaceful seaside Sunday breakfast. As we take in the beauty of the Bosphorus from both shores, you’ll experience the essence of Istanbul’s rich history through the lens of traditional Turkish breakfast culture.
• Option 1: Goldin Hill Hotel
Just a 5-minute walk from the congress venue, this hotel offers a convenient and pleasant stay.
• Option 2: Haliç Female Student Dormitory
– A budget-friendly alternative that warmly welcomes our female participants. (Please note: Accommodation here is available exclusively for female students.)
