Istanbul Gedik University on the Global Stage of Migration

The Migration Conference 2025, the world’s most comprehensive academic event on migration studies, was held between June 11–17, 2025, at the University of Greenwich in London — a symbolic location situated on the Prime Meridian. Bringing together participants from over 77 countries, the conference featured both academic presentations and high-level discussions on migration, globalization, and mobility.

Dr. Aytaç Uğur Yerden, a faculty member at Istanbul Gedik University, took part in the conference as a session chair and presenter, representing our institution at this major international academic platform.

The opening speeches were delivered by:

Prof. Jane Harrington, Vice Chancellor and CEO, University of Greenwich

Prof. Özgür H. Çınar, School of Law and Criminology, University of Greenwich

Prof. Ibrahim Sirkeci, International Business School, Manchester

Prof. Radoslav Stefancik, Economics University in Bratislava

The event also hosted keynote speakers from prestigious institutions including the University of California, Ohio State University, Birkbeck College, and the University of Tuscia.

Dr. Aytaç Uğur Yerden presented a joint paper titled
“A Research on the Effect of Digital Immigrants’ and Digital Natives’ Attitudes Towards Innovation on Their Purchase Intentions”,
co-authored with Dr. Nevin Karabıyık Yerden from Marmara University. He also served as the moderator of the “Business, Economics, Development” session, further contributing to the conference’s scientific discourse.

Participation in this prestigious international event highlights Istanbul Gedik University’s growing visibility in global academic circles, while also showcasing its scientific contributions in the fields of migration, digital transformation, and consumer behavior.

Istanbul Gedik University continues to enhance its presence in international academia, foster global research collaborations, and contribute to society through impactful, interdisciplinary scholarship.