With the aim of "developing the technological skills of young people and children," the RoboAI – Technologies Shaping the Future Summit was held at Konya Food and Agriculture University. The event was organized by the Konya Food and Agriculture University Teknofest Club in collaboration with the Konya Provincial Directorate of Industry and Technology, the T3 Foundation, and the Konya Metropolitan Municipality Capsule Technology Platform.
At the summit hosted by Konya Food and Agriculture University; Mücahit Ateş, Assistant Manager of Embedded Software at AkınRobotics; Mustafa Neiyi, General Manager of Robot Automation Systems at RoboMax; Dr. Ali Çetinkaya, an academic in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Technology, Selçuk University; Vehbi Konarılı, Provincial Director of Industry and Technology in Konya; Necmi Ömerdedeoğlu, Robot Product Manager at Mitsubishi Electric; Hasan Basri Kayakıran, General Manager at EMF Motor; Selçuk Çallı, Electronics and Software Design Manager at ASELSAN Konya; Emre Genç, Coordinator at the Capsule Technology Platform; Mustafa Dinç, Former Unit Head at MEVKA; and Muhammed Cannpolat, Deputy General Manager at Konya Technopark, shared their knowledge and experience.
Speaking at the summit, which provided an in-depth examination of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Rector of Konya Food and Agriculture University Prof. Dr. Erol Turan stated:
“As Konya Food and Agriculture University, we have a vision where knowledge is not merely theoretical but is integrated with the land, production, and life. Today, agriculture is no longer just a matter of production; it has also become a matter of data, analysis, and technology. Food traceability, the efficient use of resources, and measures to address the climate crisis—all of these can be made smarter and more sustainable through artificial intelligence and robotic systems.
Artificial intelligence, for example, can predict in advance when crops in a field need to be watered. Or a robot can automate the harvest process, redirecting human labor to more productive areas. With these technologies, we can improve not only production but also food safety, environmental protection, and the quality of life in rural areas.
However, we must not forget: Technology is not an end in itself, but a tool. The real issue is what kind of world we want to build with these tools. This is precisely where your role as young people is crucial. The time has come for you to be not just users, but also producers, developers, and guides.” He said
He addressed a broad audience, including numerous students from universities and various high schools in Konya, as well as representatives from industry and the public sector.
During the event, the unveiling of the domestically produced humanoid robot Ada-7 also drew intense interest from participants.
As Konya Food and Agriculture University, we will continue to support such events that contribute to our country’s national technology initiative and bring our students together with technology.
