Research and Methodology Conference 2027
27 February 2027
American Robert College of Istanbul
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RMI’27
RMI, the Research and Methodology Initiative, is a student-led programme at Robert College that introduces high school students to academic research and runs the Research and Methodology Conference. The first conference, RMI'26, brought more than 150 participants together for four speaker sessions and a block of four parallel workshops. RMI'27 is the second, and it runs for two days on the campus in Istanbul.
RMI’26 at a glance
RMI’26 speakers
Prof. Dr. Cemil Selim İsbir
Prof. Dr. Cemil Selim İsbir is a cardiovascular surgeon whose areas of expertise include adult cardiac surgery, minimally invasive cardiovascular surgery, coronary bypass, and aortic surgery. He has also worked as a clinical fellow at Mayo Clinic and now serves as a professor and academic administrator at Yeditepe University.
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Ş. Şenocak
Prof. Dr. Mustafa Ş. Şenocak is an academic specializing in biostatistics, with a long-standing connection to Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. His work includes biostatistics, research methodology, and scientific publications in these fields, he has over 80 publications, şncluding various books and articles on biostatistics.
Dr. Berra Epsileli
Dr. Berra Epsileli is a young researcher with a background in medicine and physics, as well as academic research. She studied at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine and has participated in scientific and research activities, completing her summer research internship at MIT University.
Dr. Beyza Epsileli
Dr. Beyza Epsileli is a young researcher with a background in medicine and physics, as well as academic research. She studied at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine and has participated in scientific and research activities, completing her summer research internship at Harvard University.
Programme at a glance
The schedule is published once the programme is finalised.
Frequently asked questions
When is the conference?
The 2027 International Research and Methodology Conference will happen on 27-28 February 2026 at The Robert College of Istanbul.
Where is the conference at?
The conference will be held at The American Robert College of Istanbul in Türkiye. The conference will be in-person only. For more information about the venue you can visit the school's website here: https://website.robcol.k12.tr/en/home-page
What is the purpose of RMI'27?
RMI'27 aims to introduce high school students to academic research and methodology, encourage critical thinking, and provide opportunities to engage with experts and peers. Through speaker sessions and interactive workshops, participants will have the chance to explore research from different perspectives.
Is there a participation fee?
Yes. Information regarding participation fees, if applicable, will be announced before registration opens. Please refer to our official announcements for the most accurate information.
About Robert College
Founded in 1863, Robert College is the oldest American school still in existence outside the United States. Its campus sits on the European shore of the Bosphorus in Istanbul.
Today Robert College is an independent, co-educational high school. It admits students on merit, through Turkey's national high school entrance exam, and teaches in English and Turkish.
Sponsors
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