Library Announcements

NEW TRIAL ACCESS DATABASES
  • turkiyeturizmansiklopedisi: Click to access.
  • The AI-powered research platform Wonders will be available for a trial period on our campus from September 3 to October 2. This tool is designed to support research processes.
    You can try it now using your university email address, if you have an account, you can continue using it.  
    Click to access.

  • Hiperkitap is Türkiye's first and largest digital database, offering over 30,000 Turkish-language resources from more than 400 publishers, including Yapı Kredi, Yeditepe, İz, Siyasal Kitabevi, Tarih Vakfı, KODLAB, Literatür, and many more. It also features 100+ audiobooks across 35 categories, from literature and art to math and computer science.

    You can access content anytime, anywhere via web or mobile platforms. Features include note-taking, highlighting, copyright-compliant sharing, and printing. A newly updated mobile app is now available.

    Access for our university is available from September 15 to November 15.

    Access Links:

  • Hiperkitap
  • EBSCO
  • iOS App
  • Google Play

we are excited to introduce Wikilala, a powerful digital library that opens the doors to centuries of history Wikilala is a digital archive of Ottoman and Republican-era texts. Search millions of pages instantly in modern Turkish. Access rare newspapers, magazines, books, and documents. Perfect for researchers, students, and history lovers. Start exploring: wikilala.com 
Click here to register.
 

Kelime.com is a multilingual dictionary database and word analyzer. Search meanings, origins, synonyms, idioms, and proverbs across 10 languages. Find unreadable or damaged words using smart recognition tools. Ideal for researchers, linguists, and language learners.
Click here to access: Intro Video: YouTube – 1 min Webinar: YouTube – Full guide
 

Explore Ottoman Turkish with eOsmanlıca, a gamified platform offering 79 interactive lessons. Learn through quizzes, matching, and writing exercises, with certificates upon completion. Access on campus via institutional Wi-Fi or off campus using your university email. 
Click here to register and activate your account via email. Watch the intro video and how-to guides. 
 

WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENTS

Clarivate September online training program and registration links below. 

Peer Review: Best Practices and Recommendations 
17/09/2025, Wednesday 15:00   75 min 

Click for registration.
Presenters: Derya Soguksu- Turkish

Research with confidence using the Web of Science Core Collection: For All Researchers!
18/09/2025, Thursday 11:00    60 min

Click for registration.
Presenters:Derya Soğuksu – Turkish

 InCites B&A, JCR, Research Horizon Navigator: Research Strategy and Performance for Researchers
18/09/2025, Thursday 14:00    90 min

Click for registration.
Presenters:Derya Soğuksu-Turkish

Web of Science Core Collection Journal Evaluation Process and Selection Criteria
19/09/2025, Friday 14:00    60 min

Click for registration.
Presenters:Derya Soğuksu - English
Guest Speaker: Helene Stewart, Director, Publication Selection Strategy, Clarivate  

We’re excited to introduce our latest series of public webinars, tailored for librarians, researchers, and authors. This season’s sessions offer practical writing strategies, expert insights into publishing ethics and copyright, and fresh perspectives on Open Access, DEI, and more.

Please do join us and take advantage of these free events. To make it even easier, we've created customizable promotional materials that you can use to spread the word throughout your institution. Your participation and support are crucial in making these webinars a success.

 

Five Rules for Writing in the Sciences: Practical Tips to Write and Tell Your Story Effectively

11 September | 10 am EDT; 4 pm CEST - Register

 

Demystifying the Publication Process and Tips for Early Career Researchers

30 September | 11 am EDT; 5 pm CEST - Register

 

Publishing with Purpose: Research Integrity & Ethics

16 October 2025 | 9 am EDT; 3 pm CEST - Register

 

Copyright Decoded: What Every Author Needs to Know

29 October 2025 | 11 am EDT; 5 pm CEST - Register

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Publishing: Recent Advances in the Industry and How to Prepare a More Inclusive Manuscript

06 November 2025 | 10 am EST; 4 pm CET - Register

 

Open Access, Open Impact: How Institutions and Researchers Can Lead the Future of Publishing

11 November 2025 | 10 am EST; 4 pm CET - Register

 

Illuminating the Past: Exploring Global Knowledge Through Wiley Digital Archives

November 20 | 9 am EST; 3 pm CET -  Register

 

Current Protocols: A Laboratory Companion for Researchers

December 9 |10 am EST; 4 pm CET - Register 

 

Unlocking the Value of Wiley Scientific Journals: Making the Most out of Wiley Online Library

10 December | 10 am EST; 4 pm CET - Register

You are warmly invited to join this month’s EBSCO Training Webinars using the registration links below:

Digital Library with TÜBİTAK ULAKBİM Resources
Tips for accessing content on Web of Science and Scopus.
September 15 | 10:00–11:00
Register Now

Literature in Your Pocket with the EBSCO Mobile App
Discover how to access academic resources via mobile devices.
September 15 | 11:30–12:30
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Access EBSCO eBooks Anytime, Anywhere
Learn how to access and use the eBook collections.
September 17 | 10:00–11:00
Register Now

Clinical Decision Support with Dyna AI & DynaMed
Access reliable, AI-powered clinical information for physicians.
September 18 | 10:00–11:00
Register Now

  • Join IEEE for a free 90-minute webinar on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, featuring Dr. Anuradha Annaswamy (MIT). Learn best practices for manuscript preparation, navigating peer review, and increasing your research impact.

    Time:
    3:00 p.m. CET / 5:00 p.m. UAE / 10:00 a.m. AT / 9:00 a.m. ET

    Topics Include:
    • How to get published and avoid rejection
    • What editors and reviewers look for
    • Open access options for authors/institutions
    • Using IEEE Xplore for research
    • AI-generated text guidelines
    • Avoiding predatory journals
    • Live Q&A with IEEE experts

    Title: IEEE Authorship and Open Access Symposium: Tips and Best Practices to Get Published from IEEE Editors

    Register Now
    Space is limited—reserve your seat today! A recording will be sent to all registrants.

    Feel free to share with colleagues.