Having been founded in 1773 with the name “Mühendishane-i Bahr-i Hümayun” (Imperial School of Naval Engineering) during the reign of Mustafa III, Istanbul Technical University is a prominent and pioneering university of engineering and architecture with many innovative studies in science, technology, research and development. The references of Istanbul Technical University are the international standards in science and ITU as an institution is determined to accomplish its mission and vision with its dedicated academic and administrative staff.