İzmir Tınaztepe University Galen Research Center The first research center of İzmir Tınaztepe University to focus on life sciences and health, which was established as the first university with a health theme in the Aegean Region in İzmir, which has been an important medical center since ancient times, İZTÜ Galen Research Center was opened on September 9, 2021. Excellence in translational research in life sciences and health, and competence in the development of innovative medical technologies are among the strategic priorities of IZTU. In this context, Galen Research Center, named after Galen, who was born in İzmir-Bergama, one of the pioneers of medicine and pharmacy, continues its activities under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Mehmet ÖZTÜRK and Prof. Dr. Neşe ATABEY.