Türkiye is set to collaborate with 11 countries, including Germany, France, and Japan, on artificial intelligence-supported robotics projects aimed at advancing technological innovation.
The Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the cooperation will be facilitated through the "CONCERT Japan" platform, which has announced a new call for proposals. The platform was established as an independent entity to foster scientific and technological ties between European nations and Japan.
The joint initiative, titled "AI-Supported Robotics for Real-World Applications," involves funding agencies from Türkiye, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Japan, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia.
The primary objective of the call is to promote international mobility among European and Japanese researchers while strengthening sustainable, multilateral scientific cooperation. Projects are expected to be multidisciplinary and demonstrate a clear international collaborative character. The application window remains open until July 22, with results scheduled for announcement in December.
In Azerbaijan, similar technological initiatives are often viewed as benchmarks for regional development in the high-tech sector. Türkiye's participation in such global consortia aligns with its broader national strategy to integrate domestic research capabilities with international standards, particularly in automation and machine learning. These partnerships are designed to enhance the commercialization of research and development, providing a bridge between academic study and industrial application.
Eligible participants include higher education institutions, research hospitals, public organizations, and private companies based in Türkiye. Supported projects will have a maximum duration of 36 months.
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye (TÜBİTAK) will serve as the national coordinator for the program. TÜBİTAK's financial support will be capped at 145,000 euros for private companies and 100,000 euros for public institutions and universities per project, excluding institutional shares and project incentive bonuses.
