TÜBA Information Technologies and Communication Working Group

TÜBA-Information Technologies and Communication Working Group: Shaping the Future of AI and Digital Transformation

As we move from an information-driven society to an AI-powered, super-smart world, the internet continues to be the driving force of change. While global advancements in information technologies bring economic opportunities for nations investing in software and hardware, they also introduce challenges like data security risks, institutional vulnerabilities, and digital dependency.

Navigating the ethical, social, and economic complexities of AI requires a balanced approach that maximizes benefits while minimizing risks. To ensure that future generations thrive in this evolving landscape, informed decision-making based on accurate scientific analysis is crucial. Our mission is to provide insights that help shape policies, promote responsible technology use, and support sustainable digital growth.

Despite ongoing efforts by government bodies and institutions, a deeper academic perspective is essential to fully grasp the societal impact of AI and digital transformation. The TÜBA-Information Technologies and Communication Working Group brings together a multidisciplinary team of experts to analyze developments, report findings, and propose actionable solutions. We go beyond technical advancements to understand their effects on people, businesses, and society as a whole.

Our Mission:

• Conduct research and provide expert consultancy to define scientific priorities.

• Foster collaboration between public, private, and voluntary organizations in AI and IT development.

• Organize workshops, facilitate meaningful discussions, and deliver impactful reports to decision-makers.

• Develop strategies for building technical expertise and human capacity in AI and digital transformation.

Meet Our Experts:

• Prof. Hüseyin Arslan – Executive / İstanbul Medipol University, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Prof. Özcan Öztürk – TÜBA Associate Member / Bilkent University, Computer Engineering

• Prof. Yasin Bulduklu – İzmir Katip Çelebi University, Applied Communication

• Prof. Seydi Doğan – TÜBA Associate Member / Balıkesir University, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Prof. Zafer Evis – TÜBA Associate Member / Middle East Technical University, Engineering Sciences

• Prof. Bülent Kent – Social Sciences University of Ankara, Administrative Law

• Prof. Mahmut Taylan Kandemir – TÜBA Full Member / The Pennsylvania State University, Computer Engineering

• Prof. Hacı Ali Mantar – Istanbul Technical University, Computer Engineering

• Prof. Haluk Rahmi Topçuoğlu – Marmara University, Computer Engineering

• Prof. Erkan Zergeroğlu – TÜBA Associate Member / Gebze Technical University, Computer Engineering

• Assoc. Dr. Cem Korkut – Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, Economics

• Assoc. Dr. Haydar Yalçın – Ege University, Business

• Assist. Prof. Dr. Mürsel Doğrul – Turkish National Defense University

• Dr. Fatih Kaplanhan – Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University, Financial Law

With expertise across multiple fields, we are committed to making AI and digital transformation more human-centered, ethical, and beneficial for all.