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Boeing and Istanbul Technical University (ITU), an aerospace engineering and technology institution in Turkey, have formed a new aerospace research partnership.

Boeing Turkey president Bernard Dunn and ITU Rector professor Mehmet Karaca held the signing ceremony at the university campus to mark the agreement.

"This project is an example of how Boeing is continuously working to improve the commercial airplane passenger experience."

In addition, both parties have launched their first joint project, a one-year effort to research and develop an advanced air-filtration system, which is aimed at improving air quality for passengers in commercial aircraft cabins.

Currently, the environmental control system in commercial aeroplanes lowers concentrations of chemical contaminants to extremely low levels, according to Boeing.

As a part of the research, Boeing and ITU will explore the potential of specially treated nano-fibres to further remove volatile organic compounds from the aeroplane cabin.

Boeing Research & Technology global research and development strategy senior technical director Mike Friend said: "This project is an example of how Boeing is continuously working to improve the commercial airplane passenger experience."

Professor Karaca added: "We are very pleased to have not only Boeing, but also our national flag carriers Turkish Airlines and Turkish Technic on board as strong supporters and partners of such cutting-edge R&D for civil aviation."

Boeing currently provides aircraft and services to Turkish commercial and defence customers and is a significant partner of the Turkish aerospace industry.

Image: As part of the aerospace research partnership, Boeing and Istanbul Technical University (ITU) will develop an advanced air-filtration system for commercial aircraft cabins. Photo: courtesy of Boeing.

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