Turkey's Role in SESAME - Middle East Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory

Explore the intergovernmental synchrotron radiation laboratory SESAME and its impact on scientific cooperation in the Middle East through this informative talk. Delve into Turkey's role as a founding member and active partner in SESAME, examining its contributions in terms of scientific expertise, financial support, and user participation. Learn about the laboratory's establishment, member countries, and observer nations supporting this unique scientific endeavor. Gain insights from Professor Zehra Sayers, a molecular biophysicist specializing in synchrotron X-ray structure analysis of biological macromolecules, as she discusses the significance of SESAME in fostering regional scientific collaboration. Discover how this initiative has promoted steady scientific cooperation in an area without a history of close scientific partnerships, and understand its potential for future advancements in the field of physics and beyond.

PHYSICS MATTERS: Turkey in SESAME & SESAME in Turkey: by Prof. Zehra Sayers