Sabanci University (SU) is a young foundation university with state-of-the-art instructional and research facilities located in Istanbul. Research activities at Sabanci University are conducted with an interdisciplinary approach in 3 Faculties, 8 Centers and 2 Forums so that academics and students can develop themselves in the fields of science, technology and art. SU is recognized as one of the most innovative and research-oriented universities in Turkiye with nearly $56.4 M active research funding size. 44% of the project funds have been generated from European Commission programmes,
Prof. Menceloğlu is a scientist and innovator with expertise in polymer synthesis/processing, nanotechnology, and materials science. Since 2000 he is serving as Professor of Materials Science and Nanoengineering program at Sabancı University. Dr. Menceloğlu is author or co-author of more than 200 peer reviewed papers/proceedings with 9000+ citation, and h-index of 46 and several book chapters on polymers and nanosize materials (Google Scholar). Inventor and co-inventor of 32 patents listed in ESPACEnet Patent Database. He received national and international awards as well as educated over 50+ graduate students as a faculty member at Sabancı University. He is a founder and partner of technology based startup companies.
The project aims to increase nutrient uptake efficiency, promote root development, enhance tolerance to abiotic stresses such as drought and heat, and reduce the environmental footprint