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Research Exchange Program
(REP / IRES) in East Europe & Turkey
Applications Due August 23
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October 2026
About
Get involved in Research Exchange Program (REP / IRES) in Turkey over 1-2 weeks with field work in remote areas of East Europe. Participate in Analog Mission and Explore planet science analogues,Volcanic and extreme environments similar to Mars and other worlds. Summit one of highest Mountain peaks in Europe, Apply sampling, mineral analysis, Geochemistry, biology, soil analysis, and more. With field equipment, characterize how biology and minerals adapt in extreme environments.
$400
R&D Project-based
2 Credits, Certificate
Up to 50% Scholarships Available
$199 (50% scholarship)
Program Timeline
Mid-July: Info Session Webinar
August 23: Application Due Date
Late Sept: Presite Visits
October 1-4: Program (On-site)
October 3-4: Planet Science Analog Mission
October 5–9: IAC 2026
Contact Information
Kole Lutz
Program Coordinator,
kole[at]mp-university.net
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Present Research at IAC with Aerosapce Professionals and Space Agencies
Balloon Cappadocia with Science Payload Instruments
Analog Mission and Summit Volcano Mount 5,137m
Schedule
Cohort is immersed in a blend of 1 week online to prepare and 1 week afterward to reflect on research and data analysis. The Course is designed to fit the schedule of graduate and undergraduate students during Summer break and toward young professionals. Attendance for most lectures and activities on-site is mandatory to receive Certificate.Before the Program, Teams discuss Planning Meetings Online before Program Onsite. After the Program and IAC, researchers reflect on R&D project, lab, Post Data Analysis.
Instructors and Staff
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Faculty & Program Coordinator,
MPU
Magneto Space, UND
Founder, Space4All
Gökçe Dik
Space Scientist and Technologist, MSc
Akdeniz University
Characterize Geology Features, Basalts,Feldspars
Camp, Explore stratovolcanoes and Cappadocia
Characterize Reefs and Advance Europe Underwater Station
Analogue EVA Training and Diving
EVA Analog Mission Training, advance Europe Underwater Research Station
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Applied Research in the Field
Roadtrip to Analog Turkey Destinations (Cappadocia,Ulubey, Lakes Salda) and camping. Learn and apply geology mineral analysis, sampling, Geochemistry, soil analysis, and more. Use and apply Radar Systems in situ in field expeditions with data analysis. Develop hypothesis and implement research experiment in the field. In collaborating with space agencies, each team applies hands toward opensource science important for Earth, planetary science, and beyond.
R&D Analog Mission Tests & Field Equipment:
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Data Collection, Equip, Thermal Cycles, Conservation 3D mapping, Data Analysis
Human-ECLSS-HWIL Tests:
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Geology Field Equipment, Robots/UAVs, Suit, ECLISS (Atm, Batteries/Air),EVA Tasks
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition Covers Acommodation, local pickup & Meal expenses onsite. Transportation is provided to/from IAC26 and nearby destinations with group travel. Additional Expenses covered includes Comprehensive in-country day to day support and guidance, Equipment Software, Certificate and Tuition.50%+ scholarships are available with flexible payment plans.
Application & Admissions
Application Requirements
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Statement of Intent (up to 2 paragraphs)
We will review your application and will begin sending rolling notices in Summer 2026 by Review Committee. We recommend applying beforehand on earlier side. Note that even if you don’t have budget, scholarships may be made available to cover tuition expenses to participate in Program. While the Institution may later become accredited, we maintain academic standards and intensity with review from Expedition leaders and scientists. Credits are Transferrable on case by case basis with Transfer Centre at University of interest. Contact Program Coordinator to discuss any questions, comments or opportunities to get involved