TETRA Management Committee Turkish Members Secures Five Major Research Grants for Advanced Sensor and Stealth Technologies
TETRA Management Committee Turkish Members Secures Five Major Research Grants for
Advanced Sensor and
Stealth Technologies
Prof. Dr. Muharrem Karaaslan and
Prof.Dr. Mehmet Bakır,
Management Committee members of COST Action CA23125 - TETRA (The mETamaterial
foRmalism approach to
recognize cAncer), has successfully secured five significant research grants
totaling approximately
€374,000 for innovative sensor and metamaterial technologies with biomedical and
stealth technology
applications.
Breakthrough Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring Technology (2025-2026)
Under the TÜBİTAK BİGG 1812 program,
Prof. Karaaslan supervises a €30,000 project led by PI Fikret Alpay Tekşen,
developing a revolutionary non-invasive blood glucose measurement sensor. The
technology integrates frequency-based electromagnetic signal analysis,
metasurface-based antenna technology, and AI-driven data processing. This
breakthrough has led to the establishment of Techschenlab Technology Inc., a
spin-off company dedicated to commercializing the platform with mobile application
integration for real-time glucose monitoring.
Veterinary Healthcare Innovation (2025-2027)
The TÜBİTAK 1507 grant (~€90,000)
supports the development of an advanced veterinary intensive care cabin featuring
servo-controlled environmental systems, IoT integration, and non-contact vital
parameter measurement using microwave sensors. The project led by PI Fikret Alpay
Tekşen with supervision of Prof. Karaaslan. The system offers 95% environmental
control accuracy and includes AI-driven decision support modules for remote
veterinary diagnosis
Cancer Detection Platform Development (2025-2027)
Through the TÜSEB B Group Grant
(~€90,000), Prof. Karaaslan leads development of an advanced sensor-based platform
for testicular cancer early diagnosis and monitoring with Techschenlab Technology
Inc. The system combines metamaterial-based lens architectures with antenna arrays,
utilizing AI algorithms for biomarker classification and disease staging in
collaboration with urology and oncology specialists.
Electromagnetic Wave Absorber Research (2024-2027)
The first TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000)
focuses on developing perfect broadband signal absorbers using chaos patterned
surfaces. Prof. Karaaslan leads this project targeting significant radar cross
section reduction within the 2-20 GHz frequency band through innovative chaos-based
design methodologies and metasurface concepts.
Flexible Electromagnetic Wave Control (2025-2027)
The second TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000)
supports Prof. Mustafa Akyol's project with Prof. Karaaslan as a key team member,
developing electrically tunable flexible electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting
structures using P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid nanocomposites for advanced electromagnetic
manipulation capabilities.
Expanding TETRA's Impact
These five projects demonstrate the
broader impact of TETRA network expertise in advancing metamaterial applications
beyond cancer detection into diverse biomedical and technological domains. Prof.
Karaaslan and Prof. Mehmet Bakır's research portfolio exemplifies the
interdisciplinary collaboration fostered within the COST Action framework, bridging
fundamental metamaterial science with practical healthcare solutions.
TÜBİTAK BİGG 1812 Grant
Project Title: Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Measurement Sensor
PI: Fikret Alpay TEKŞEN
Research Team:
Dr. Fatih
Özkan Alkurt (İskenderun Technicl University)
Tarlan
Mahouti (Yıldız Technical University)
Prof. Dr.
Muharrem Karaaslan (Supervisor)
Funded Value: €30,000
Spin-off Company: Techschenlab Technology Inc.
Project Description:
This project focuses on the development of a non-invasive sensor for blood glucose
monitoring. The sensor design integrates frequency-based electromagnetic signal
analysis, metasurface-based antenna technology, and AI-driven data processing
methods. During the initial calibration, invasive measurements are used to establish
a personalized “glucose-signal mapping.” In subsequent measurements, only the
non-invasive sensor is employed, and the acquired biophysical signals are processed
within the device to estimate glucose concentration. The project outcome is
envisioned as a continuously usable, portable, and user-friendly measurement
platform. A mobile application integration will also be provided, enabling real-time
tracking of glucose data. As part of the project results, Techschenlab Technology
Inc. has been established to commercialize and further develop the technology.
TÜBİTAK 1507 Grant
Project Title: Veterinary Intensive Care Cabin
PI: Fikret Alpay Tekşen
Research and Development Team: Techschenlab Technology Inc.
Research Team:
Dr. Fatih
Özkan Alkurt (İskenderun Technical University)
Prof. Dr.
Muharrem Karaaslan (Supervisor)
Funded Value: ~€90,000
Project Description:
This project aims to develop a next-generation diagnostic and monitoring platform
for testicular cancer, integrating advanced sensor technologies with clinical
expertise. The system is designed around a multi-stage sensor structure that
combines metamaterial-based lens architectures with antenna arrays to enhance signal
capture and sensitivity. Acquired biomedical signals are processed using optimized
signal processing pipelines, including noise reduction, spectral analysis, and
feature extraction. AI-driven algorithms are then applied to classify biomarker
signatures, enabling accurate early diagnosis, disease staging, and longitudinal
monitoring of patients. The clinical component of the project is carried out in
close collaboration with urology and oncology specialists, ensuring medical
relevance and applicability. The platform is designed to be modular, cost-effective,
and compatible with clinical workflows, providing a practical solution for both
diagnostic and follow-up phases. Through the integration of advanced sensor
hardware, metamaterial-assisted antenna systems, and intelligent data processing,
this project seeks to deliver an innovative biomedical technology with high clinical
impact. Techschenlab Technology Inc. leads the R&D efforts, aiming to translate the
developed platform into a validated, commercially viable healthcare solution.
TUBITAK 1001
Project Title: Obtaining Perfect Broadband Signal Absorbers Using Chaos
Patterned Surfaces
PI: Muharrem KARAASLAN
Research and Development Team::
Prof.Dr.
Mehmet BAKIR (Bozok University)
Dr. Ahmet
Sertol KÖKSAL (Bozok University)
Assoc.
Prof.Oğuzhan AKGÖL (İskenderun Technical University: United Arab Emirates University
)
Funded Value: ~€82,000
Project Description:
This project aims to develop innovative electromagnetic structures that
significantly reduce radar cross section (RCS) within the 2–20 GHz frequency band,
which is widely used by commercial radar systems. One of the core goals is to
design, fabricate, and experimentally validate five distinct structures generated
through chaotic methodologies, each capable of achieving a minimum 10 dB reduction
in RCS across the target frequency range. The project will exclusively utilize
chaos-based design principles for structural configurations. In addition, novel
metasurface concepts will be explored. To achieve targeted signal absorption across
specific frequency intervals, coding strategies will be applied by varying design
parameters. CST simulation software’s artificial intelligence
capabilities—particularly its genetic algorithm-based optimization tools—will be
employed to finalize these parameters and enhance performance. A key objective is to
develop, fabricate, and experimentally evaluate a metasurface absorber operating
within the 2–20 GHz band. Using chaos parameters, metallic elements will be
selectively placed (or omitted) on a dielectric substrate via binary coding
techniques, aiming to achieve at least 10 dB RCS reduction. The feasibility of
alternative configurations such as sensors, metasurfaces, and antennas will also be
investigated to assess their applicability for multifunctional purposes beyond radar
cross section reduction.
TUBITAK 1001
Project Title: Electrically Tunable Flexible Electromagnetic Wave
Absorbing/Reflecting Structures
PI: Prof. Dr. Mustafa AKYOL
Research and Development Team:
Prof.Dr.
Muharrem KARAASLAN (İskenderun Technical University)
Assoc.
Prof.Oğuzhan AKGÖL (İskenderun Technical University: United Arab Emirates University
)
Funded Value: ~€82,000
Project Description:
The objectives of the proposed project are as follows:
The project aims to develop a lightweight, flexible, thin, and cost-effective
electromagnetic wave absorber structure. All P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid nanocomposites and
the devices fabricated from these composites will be produced using domestic
resources within the university’s Nanomaterials/Magnetic Materials Research
Laboratory and other characterization facilities. It further seeks to fabricate
symmetric and asymmetric electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting devices with
micron-scale thickness. Using P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid composites derived from materials
with varying physical properties, flexible device configurations such as symmetric
[P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/electrolyte (ET)/[P@1T/2H-MoS₂] and asymmetric [P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/ET/[AE]
(AE: Ni(OH)₂, MnO₂; ET: H₂SO₄, KOH) will be developed. The absorption and reflection
capacities and mechanisms of these devices will be investigated within the 8–12 GHz
frequency range using different electrolytes. The project also aims to determine the
supercapacitive effects of the fabricated symmetric and asymmetric electromagnetic
wave absorbing/reflecting structures. Electrochemical analyses will be conducted on
the flexible devices composed of P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid composites, and their
supercapacitive behavior will be examined. Another objective is to control
electromagnetic wave absorption/reflection via electric field application. By
applying external electric fields to the symmetric and asymmetric flexible
devices—[P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/ET/[P@1T/2H-MoS₂] and [P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/ET/[AE]—the project will
investigate their absorption/reflection characteristics in the X-band frequency
range, considering the effects of device symmetry, electrolyte type, and charge
storage mechanisms.
TETRA Management Committee Turkish Members Secures Five Major Research Grants for
Advanced Sensor and Stealth Technologies
Prof. Dr. Muharrem Karaaslan and Prof.Dr. Mehmet Bakır, Management Committee members
of COST Action CA23125 - TETRA (The mETamaterial foRmalism approach to recognize
cAncer), has successfully secured five significant research grants totaling
approximately €374,000 for innovative sensor and metamaterial technologies with
biomedical and stealth technology applications.
Breakthrough Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring Technology
Under the TÜBİTAK BİGG 1812 program, Prof. Karaaslan supervises a €30,000 project
led by PI Fikret Alpay Tekşen, developing a revolutionary non-invasive blood glucose
measurement sensor. The technology integrates frequency-based electromagnetic signal
analysis, metasurface-based antenna technology, and AI-driven data processing. This
breakthrough has led to the establishment of Techschenlab Technology Inc., a
spin-off company dedicated to commercializing the platform with mobile application
integration for real-time glucose monitoring.
Veterinary Healthcare Innovation
The TÜBİTAK 1507 grant (~€90,000) supports the development of an advanced veterinary
intensive care cabin featuring servo-controlled environmental systems, IoT
integration, and non-contact vital parameter measurement using microwave sensors.
The system offers 95% environmental control accuracy and includes AI-driven decision
support modules for remote veterinary diagnosis.
Cancer Detection Platform Development
Through the TÜSEB B Group Grant (~€90,000), Prof. Karaaslan leads development of an
advanced sensor-based platform for testicular cancer early diagnosis and monitoring.
The system combines metamaterial-based lens architectures with antenna arrays,
utilizing AI algorithms for biomarker classification and disease staging in
collaboration with urology and oncology specialists
Electromagnetic Wave Absorber Research
The first TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000) focuses on developing perfect broadband
signal absorbers using chaos patterned surfaces. Prof. Karaaslan leads this project
targeting significant radar cross section reduction within the 2-20 GHz frequency
band through innovative chaos-based design methodologies and metasurface concepts.
Flexible Electromagnetic Wave Control
The second TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000) supports Prof. Mustafa Akyol's project
with Prof. Karaaslan as a key team member, developing electrically tunable
flexible electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting structures using P@1T/2H-MoS₂
hybrid nanocomposites for advanced electromagnetic manipulation capabilities.
Expanding TETRA's Impact
These five projects demonstrate the broader impact of TETRA network expertise in
advancing metamaterial applications beyond cancer detection into diverse biomedical
and technological domains. Prof. Karaaslan and Prof. Mehmet Bakır's research
portfolio exemplifies the interdisciplinary collaboration fostered within the COST
Action framework, bridging fundamental metamaterial science with practical
healthcare solutions.
TETRA Management Committee Turkish Members Secures Five Major Research Grants for Advanced Sensor and Stealth Technologies
Prof. Dr. Muharrem Karaaslan and Prof.Dr. Mehmet Bakır, Management Committee members of COST Action CA23125 - TETRA (The mETamaterial foRmalism approach to recognize cAncer), has successfully secured five significant research grants totaling approximately €374,000 for innovative sensor and metamaterial technologies with biomedical and stealth technology applications.
Breakthrough Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring Technology (2025-2026)
Under the TÜBİTAK BİGG 1812 program, Prof. Karaaslan supervises a €30,000 project led by PI Fikret Alpay Tekşen, developing a revolutionary non-invasive blood glucose measurement sensor. The technology integrates frequency-based electromagnetic signal analysis, metasurface-based antenna technology, and AI-driven data processing. This breakthrough has led to the establishment of Techschenlab Technology Inc., a spin-off company dedicated to commercializing the platform with mobile application integration for real-time glucose monitoring.
Veterinary Healthcare Innovation (2025-2027)
The TÜBİTAK 1507 grant (~€90,000) supports the development of an advanced veterinary intensive care cabin featuring servo-controlled environmental systems, IoT integration, and non-contact vital parameter measurement using microwave sensors. The project led by PI Fikret Alpay Tekşen with supervision of Prof. Karaaslan. The system offers 95% environmental control accuracy and includes AI-driven decision support modules for remote veterinary diagnosis
Cancer Detection Platform Development (2025-2027)
Through the TÜSEB B Group Grant (~€90,000), Prof. Karaaslan leads development of an advanced sensor-based platform for testicular cancer early diagnosis and monitoring with Techschenlab Technology Inc. The system combines metamaterial-based lens architectures with antenna arrays, utilizing AI algorithms for biomarker classification and disease staging in collaboration with urology and oncology specialists.
Electromagnetic Wave Absorber Research (2024-2027)
The first TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000) focuses on developing perfect broadband signal absorbers using chaos patterned surfaces. Prof. Karaaslan leads this project targeting significant radar cross section reduction within the 2-20 GHz frequency band through innovative chaos-based design methodologies and metasurface concepts.
Flexible Electromagnetic Wave Control (2025-2027)
The second TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000) supports Prof. Mustafa Akyol's project with Prof. Karaaslan as a key team member, developing electrically tunable flexible electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting structures using P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid nanocomposites for advanced electromagnetic manipulation capabilities.
Expanding TETRA's Impact
These five projects demonstrate the broader impact of TETRA network expertise in advancing metamaterial applications beyond cancer detection into diverse biomedical and technological domains. Prof. Karaaslan and Prof. Mehmet Bakır's research portfolio exemplifies the interdisciplinary collaboration fostered within the COST Action framework, bridging fundamental metamaterial science with practical healthcare solutions.
TÜBİTAK BİGG 1812 Grant
Project Title: Non-Invasive Blood Glucose Measurement Sensor
PI: Fikret Alpay TEKŞEN
Research Team:
Dr. Fatih Özkan Alkurt (İskenderun Technicl University)
Tarlan Mahouti (Yıldız Technical University)
Prof. Dr. Muharrem Karaaslan (Supervisor)
Funded Value: €30,000
Spin-off Company: Techschenlab Technology Inc.
Project Description:
This project focuses on the development of a non-invasive sensor for blood glucose monitoring. The sensor design integrates frequency-based electromagnetic signal analysis, metasurface-based antenna technology, and AI-driven data processing methods. During the initial calibration, invasive measurements are used to establish a personalized “glucose-signal mapping.” In subsequent measurements, only the non-invasive sensor is employed, and the acquired biophysical signals are processed within the device to estimate glucose concentration. The project outcome is envisioned as a continuously usable, portable, and user-friendly measurement platform. A mobile application integration will also be provided, enabling real-time tracking of glucose data. As part of the project results, Techschenlab Technology Inc. has been established to commercialize and further develop the technology.
TÜBİTAK 1507 Grant
Project Title: Veterinary Intensive Care Cabin
PI: Fikret Alpay Tekşen
Research and Development Team: Techschenlab Technology Inc.
Research Team:
Dr. Fatih Özkan Alkurt (İskenderun Technical University)
Prof. Dr. Muharrem Karaaslan (Supervisor)
Funded Value: ~€90,000
Project Description:
This project aims to develop a next-generation diagnostic and monitoring platform for testicular cancer, integrating advanced sensor technologies with clinical expertise. The system is designed around a multi-stage sensor structure that combines metamaterial-based lens architectures with antenna arrays to enhance signal capture and sensitivity. Acquired biomedical signals are processed using optimized signal processing pipelines, including noise reduction, spectral analysis, and feature extraction. AI-driven algorithms are then applied to classify biomarker signatures, enabling accurate early diagnosis, disease staging, and longitudinal monitoring of patients. The clinical component of the project is carried out in close collaboration with urology and oncology specialists, ensuring medical relevance and applicability. The platform is designed to be modular, cost-effective, and compatible with clinical workflows, providing a practical solution for both diagnostic and follow-up phases. Through the integration of advanced sensor hardware, metamaterial-assisted antenna systems, and intelligent data processing, this project seeks to deliver an innovative biomedical technology with high clinical impact. Techschenlab Technology Inc. leads the R&D efforts, aiming to translate the developed platform into a validated, commercially viable healthcare solution.
TUBITAK 1001
Project Title: Obtaining Perfect Broadband Signal Absorbers Using Chaos Patterned Surfaces
PI: Muharrem KARAASLAN
Research and Development Team::
Prof.Dr. Mehmet BAKIR (Bozok University)
Dr. Ahmet Sertol KÖKSAL (Bozok University)
Assoc. Prof.Oğuzhan AKGÖL (İskenderun Technical University: United Arab Emirates University )
Funded Value: ~€82,000
Project Description:
This project aims to develop innovative electromagnetic structures that significantly reduce radar cross section (RCS) within the 2–20 GHz frequency band, which is widely used by commercial radar systems. One of the core goals is to design, fabricate, and experimentally validate five distinct structures generated through chaotic methodologies, each capable of achieving a minimum 10 dB reduction in RCS across the target frequency range. The project will exclusively utilize chaos-based design principles for structural configurations. In addition, novel metasurface concepts will be explored. To achieve targeted signal absorption across specific frequency intervals, coding strategies will be applied by varying design parameters. CST simulation software’s artificial intelligence capabilities—particularly its genetic algorithm-based optimization tools—will be employed to finalize these parameters and enhance performance. A key objective is to develop, fabricate, and experimentally evaluate a metasurface absorber operating within the 2–20 GHz band. Using chaos parameters, metallic elements will be selectively placed (or omitted) on a dielectric substrate via binary coding techniques, aiming to achieve at least 10 dB RCS reduction. The feasibility of alternative configurations such as sensors, metasurfaces, and antennas will also be investigated to assess their applicability for multifunctional purposes beyond radar cross section reduction.
TUBITAK 1001
Project Title: Electrically Tunable Flexible Electromagnetic Wave Absorbing/Reflecting Structures
PI: Prof. Dr. Mustafa AKYOL
Research and Development Team:
Prof.Dr. Muharrem KARAASLAN (İskenderun Technical University)
Assoc. Prof.Oğuzhan AKGÖL (İskenderun Technical University: United Arab Emirates University )
Funded Value: ~€82,000
Project Description:
The objectives of the proposed project are as follows:
The project aims to develop a lightweight, flexible, thin, and cost-effective electromagnetic wave absorber structure. All P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid nanocomposites and the devices fabricated from these composites will be produced using domestic resources within the university’s Nanomaterials/Magnetic Materials Research Laboratory and other characterization facilities. It further seeks to fabricate symmetric and asymmetric electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting devices with micron-scale thickness. Using P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid composites derived from materials with varying physical properties, flexible device configurations such as symmetric [P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/electrolyte (ET)/[P@1T/2H-MoS₂] and asymmetric [P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/ET/[AE] (AE: Ni(OH)₂, MnO₂; ET: H₂SO₄, KOH) will be developed. The absorption and reflection capacities and mechanisms of these devices will be investigated within the 8–12 GHz frequency range using different electrolytes. The project also aims to determine the supercapacitive effects of the fabricated symmetric and asymmetric electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting structures. Electrochemical analyses will be conducted on the flexible devices composed of P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid composites, and their supercapacitive behavior will be examined. Another objective is to control electromagnetic wave absorption/reflection via electric field application. By applying external electric fields to the symmetric and asymmetric flexible devices—[P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/ET/[P@1T/2H-MoS₂] and [P@1T/2H-MoS₂]/ET/[AE]—the project will investigate their absorption/reflection characteristics in the X-band frequency range, considering the effects of device symmetry, electrolyte type, and charge storage mechanisms.
TETRA Management Committee Turkish Members Secures Five Major Research Grants for Advanced Sensor and Stealth Technologies
Prof. Dr. Muharrem Karaaslan and Prof.Dr. Mehmet Bakır, Management Committee members of COST Action CA23125 - TETRA (The mETamaterial foRmalism approach to recognize cAncer), has successfully secured five significant research grants totaling approximately €374,000 for innovative sensor and metamaterial technologies with biomedical and stealth technology applications.
Breakthrough Non-Invasive Glucose Monitoring Technology
Under the TÜBİTAK BİGG 1812 program, Prof. Karaaslan supervises a €30,000 project led by PI Fikret Alpay Tekşen, developing a revolutionary non-invasive blood glucose measurement sensor. The technology integrates frequency-based electromagnetic signal analysis, metasurface-based antenna technology, and AI-driven data processing. This breakthrough has led to the establishment of Techschenlab Technology Inc., a spin-off company dedicated to commercializing the platform with mobile application integration for real-time glucose monitoring.
Veterinary Healthcare Innovation
The TÜBİTAK 1507 grant (~€90,000) supports the development of an advanced veterinary intensive care cabin featuring servo-controlled environmental systems, IoT integration, and non-contact vital parameter measurement using microwave sensors. The system offers 95% environmental control accuracy and includes AI-driven decision support modules for remote veterinary diagnosis.
Cancer Detection Platform Development
Through the TÜSEB B Group Grant (~€90,000), Prof. Karaaslan leads development of an advanced sensor-based platform for testicular cancer early diagnosis and monitoring. The system combines metamaterial-based lens architectures with antenna arrays, utilizing AI algorithms for biomarker classification and disease staging in collaboration with urology and oncology specialists
Electromagnetic Wave Absorber Research
The first TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000) focuses on developing perfect broadband signal absorbers using chaos patterned surfaces. Prof. Karaaslan leads this project targeting significant radar cross section reduction within the 2-20 GHz frequency band through innovative chaos-based design methodologies and metasurface concepts.
Flexible Electromagnetic Wave Control
The second TÜBİTAK 1001 grant (~€82,000) supports Prof. Mustafa Akyol's project with Prof. Karaaslan as a key team member, developing electrically tunable flexible electromagnetic wave absorbing/reflecting structures using P@1T/2H-MoS₂ hybrid nanocomposites for advanced electromagnetic manipulation capabilities.
Expanding TETRA's Impact
These five projects demonstrate the broader impact of TETRA network expertise in advancing metamaterial applications beyond cancer detection into diverse biomedical and technological domains. Prof. Karaaslan and Prof. Mehmet Bakır's research portfolio exemplifies the interdisciplinary collaboration fostered within the COST Action framework, bridging fundamental metamaterial science with practical healthcare solutions.