Courses

In our congress, four special courses will be organized to improve the knowledge and skills of our participants:

Basic Concepts in Polygraphy and Polysomnography:

We will explore in depth the basic principles and applications of polygraphy. You will learn how physiological parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory changes, skin conductance response (GSR) and sweating mechanisms are measured and interpreted by polygraphy. Also, we will cover practical topics such as components of the polygraph instrument, sensor placement and calibration, software and data logging techniques, pre-test equipment check and fault detection. We will also cover advanced topics such as noise suppression in biological signals, multi-channel ECG recording in polygraph and theoretical representation of nerve conduction velocity. Under the leadership of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Elmas, it offers an important opportunity for all health professionals who want to improve their basic knowledge and skills in the field of polygraphy.

In this course, you will learn the basic principles and applications of polysomnography, which records more comprehensive physiological data such as brain waves (EEG), eye movements (EOG), muscle activity (EMG) during sleep. Emphasizing the importance of this test, which enables a more detailed examination of sleep architecture, sleep stages and sleep disorders, in the diagnosis and treatment of various sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome and insomnia, we aim to provide a comprehensive training for those who want to specialize in this field under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Onder Ozturk.

Scientific Research Methods:

Learning the cornerstones of scientific research is an important step for anyone who wants to conduct effective and reliable research. Dr. Merve Ercelik Koncak will lead the training.

This course covers the basics of the scientific research process, including hypothesis formulation, literature review, research design, data collection and analysis techniques. In addition to conducting reliable and valid research, participants will gain competence in project and thesis writing processes. Topics such as academic writing techniques, data visualization and thesis defense strategies will be covered. In addition, methods of academic integrity and avoiding plagiarism, common citation styles (APA etc.) and the use of citation programs such as Zotero will be taught. This course aims to provide a comprehensive training in scientific research methods.

Experimental Sleep Models:

Dear Participants, we would like to invite you to our congress course where we will take an in-depth look at experimental models used in sleep research. In this course, we will discuss experimental sleep models, which are controlled conditions created in the laboratory to understand sleep mechanisms and sleep disorders. In the sleep deprivation model, we will examine the effects of sleep deprivation on cognitive functions, mood, physiological processes and the immune system by depriving subjects of sleep for a certain period of time. In the sleep fragmentation model, we will mimic the sleep fragmentation seen in sleep disorders such as sleep apnea by inducing frequent awakenings during sleep and investigate the effects of fragmented sleep on sleep quality, daytime sleepiness and other health problems. In models of circadian rhythm disturbances, we will study the effects of circadian rhythm disturbances, such as jet lag or shift work, on sleep, hormone levels, metabolism and other physiological processes by disrupting circadian rhythms (the body's 24-hour cycle). In pharmacological models of sleep, we will investigate the effects of sleep medications or drugs used to treat sleep disorders by considering the use of drugs that affect the sleep-wake cycle. This course provides an important opportunity for anyone interested in gaining a comprehensive knowledge of experimental models used in sleep research. Step into the world of experimental sleep models and open new horizons in your research in this course enriched by the experience of Prof. Dr. Tayfun Uzbay.

The Use of Artificial Intelligence Models in Scientific Research:

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) models in scientific research offers a revolutionary advantage for those who want to add speed, efficiency and depth to their research processes. Dr. Dilara Pala Ozturk, Dr. Adnan Karaibrahimoglu and Dr. Erhan Sahin participants will learn how different AI models (machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, etc.) can be used in scientific research, starting from the basic principles of AI. This course, which aims to effectively use AI tools and platforms in areas such as big data analysis, pattern recognition, predictive modeling, text and image analysis, accelerate research processes and draw meaningful conclusions from complex data, offers an unmissable opportunity for all researchers, academics and graduate students who want to use AI effectively in their scientific research.

Note Our courses will be organized simultaneously and each participant can attend only one course. Our quota is limited to 20 people. Therefore, we recommend that you register and finalize your participation in the courses as soon as possible.

Our congress offers a unique opportunity to share the most up-to-date information in the field of sleep medicine and research, establish new collaborations and shape the future of the field.

We will be happy to see you among us.

Quota 20 people for each course

Registration and Detailed Information: https://tuak.org/index.php/tuak

Sincerely,

Congress Organizing Committee