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TÜBA, in line with the 2035 Global Implementation Targets set by the Presidency of the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP31), prepared the Synthesis Report on COP31 Action Agenda Targets in both Turkish and English. The Synthesis Report on COP31 Action Agenda Targets, has put forward science-based policy recommendations for combating climate change. Addressing the topics of environment, energy, urban planning, industry, education, and finance under a single umbrella, the report not only analyzes the current situation but also offers actionable roadmaps and concrete recommendations for countries to achieve their 2035 targets.

On 28 September 2026, the Presidium building of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine in Kyiv was struck by a drone during working hours. Two people lost their lives and others were injured. The Academy’s historic building was severely damaged. The Turkish Academy of Sciences condemns this attack. We extend our condolences to the families of those who died and wish a swift recovery to the injured. We share the grief of our Ukrainian colleagues.

Following applications to the TÜBA-TEKNOFEST Doctoral Science Awards program, 15 scientists were selected for the awards by the Scientific Evaluation Jury.

A call for proposals has begun for side events to be held as part of the World Science Forum (WSF), organized under the auspices of the Turkish Presidency, hosted by the Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA), and in collaboration with the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA). Scientific organizations can contribute to WSF2027 by proposing side events that explore the role of science in addressing global crises and strengthen dialogue among different disciplines and communities. The deadline for submitting proposals is October 12, 2026. Detailed information about the call for proposals is available at https://worldscienceforum.org.

TÜBA, the International Turkic Academy (Turkic Academy), the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), and the Presidency for Turks Abroad and Related Communities (YTB), 77 young researchers from 11 countries participated in the five-day 8th Traditional Summer School of Turkic States, which focused on the themes of “Turkology, Art, and History of Civilization” and “Artificial Intelligence and Energy.” The summer school was opened by TÜBA President Prof. Dr. Muzaffer Şeker, Vice President of the Turkish Academy Prof. Dr. Bülent Bayram, and Selçuk University Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Zeki Bayramoğlu.