As a consequence of his research at Ohio State University, Res. Asst. Volkan Akyıldız, an academician in the Department of Chemistry at Atatürk University Faculty of Science, has obtained substantial success in the field of chemistry. Res. Asst. Akyıldız, who was involved in the article published in Nature magazine, which is one of the most esteemed scientific periodicals in the world and has an impact factor of 50.5, has signed a significant study that will make a significant contribution to the field of science.

Res. Asst. Volkan Akyıldız's research on "cross-coupling reactions of sp³ hybridized alkyl electrophiles via nickel complexes and the applications of these reactions on complex molecules" provides a critical alternative, particularly for the efficient synthesis of drug-like complex molecules, and is anticipated to open up new horizons in the field of chemistry.

Rector Hacımüftüoğlu: "This Study is a Great Source of Pride for Our University"

Atatürk University Rector Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu stated that they will provide support for any study that will contribute to the field of science. He emphasized that this will increase both institutional loyalty and motivation to work. He evaluated this significant success with the following words: "This study, which has made a worldwide impact, is a great source of pride for both our university and our country." These accomplishments in scientific research demonstrate the significant role that our young academics can play in the scientific community. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Res. Asst. Akyıldız for his exceptional work and extend my best wishes for his ongoing success. It is our sincerest hope that the number of scientific studies conducted on behalf of our university will continue to rise. We will continue to mobilize all of our resources to support our scientists as the university administration.



Corporate Communications Directorate – September 3, 2024