Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University (BEUN) has achieved another success through its steady rise in international scientific publications. In 2025, BEUN demonstrated a remarkable performance by increasing the number of its publications, indexed in SCI, SCIE, and AHCI by 40.5% compared to the previous year.

According to the data of Web of Science dated 05 January 2026, the number of publications of our university rose from 397 in 2024 to 556 in 2025. With an increase of 159 publications in a year, BEUN demonstrates the steady increase in scientific production through this success once again.

Success of Research-Based Policies

The success achieved according to the 2025 data proves the effect of BEUN’s incentives, supporting scientific production, qualified academic staff, and research-development based institutional approach. Being in internationally acknowledged indexes in various disciplines enhances BEUN’s academic impact.

Rector Özölçer: “We prioritize quality and sustainability in scientific production”

In his remarks on BEUN’s success, the Rector of Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer emphasized that the increase in the number of publications is a result of long-term academic planning and stated:

“We take scientific production not as a measurable target, but the main principle of our institutional development at our deep-rooted university. Over 40% increase in the number of publications in SCI, SCIE and AHCI indexes is a clear sign of dedicated work of our valuable academic staff and investments in research infrastructure. Thus, our goal is not just to increase the number of publications but release internationally appreciated studies that contribute to society and add value to national development. In this respect, we will continue to create qualified academic studies, increase project support and the number of interdisciplinary collaborations. I extend my gratitude to the President of Council of Higher Education, Prof. Dr. Erol Özvar and family of CoHE for their support by encouraging research focused approach at universities. I wholeheartedly believe that this support contributes to the improvement in scientific capacity and enhances international competitiveness of our university. I extend my thanks to all academic members who contributed to this meaningful success. Qualified scientific studies strengthen the research vision of our university, increase our visibility on the national and international levels and thus set the base of this success. I wholeheartedly believe that this academic performance will continue in the upcoming period and wish our faculty members success in their endeavors.