PARLAR FOUNDATION
METU PROF. DR. MUSTAFA N. PARLAR EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION was established in 12 January 1981 in the memory of Prof. Dr. Mustafa N. PARLAR who is an invaluable scientist and was co-founder of Middle East Technical University.
The aim of the foundation is to enhance the relations between the university and the industry, promote the research and researchers, provide technical hardware and tools, grant scholarships to the Middle East Technical
WHO IS M.N.PARLAR?
Mustafa N. PARLAR authored 25 scientific papers published both domestically and internationally, along with one translated book and four original books. He also wrote numerous technical reports and nearly 60 articles published in newspapers. He had four children.
Mustafa PARLAR did not adhere to a scientific perspective detached from the developmental challenges of society and industry. Instead, he strongly advocated for the transformative power of scientific thought, the role of universities in society, and the enhancement of quality of life. Through the laboratories he established and the researchers he mentored, he played a constructive and creative role in demonstrating that scientific thinking could drive positive change.
Despite facing obstacles that could have hindered his intellect and ambitions, Mustafa PARLAR remained resilient. Rather than succumbing to difficulties, he emerged stronger. His commitment to advancing his country through technology, his understanding of the university’s societal role, and his philosophy of “science for life” became deeply embedded in his students.

NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
MENTOR - MENTEE
Through smart mentoring programs, it brings stakeholders together to foster mutual development.
For Mentees
- Benefitting from diverse experiences
- Career development, personal growth
- Role modeling
For Mentors
- Leadership/Coaching Others
- Learning New Things
- Social Satisfaction
For information and applications, please send an email to parlar-w@parlar.org.tr
