Author: Giorgi Kartvelishvili

Within the framework of the Erasmus+ program, the Georgian State University of Sport continues to host Associate Professor Seyed Houtan Shahidi, Ph.D. in Physiology, from Istanbul Gedik University, for a week-long working visit.

As part of the visit, on February 4th, Professor Shahidi delivered a lecture at the university regarding “Training assessment, performance testing, and evidence-based training prescription”. During the session, he shared his research findings and discussed modern evidence-based approaches in sports science with the faculty and students. The students expressed significant interest in such activities, and the second part of the meeting proceeded in a Q&A format. Furthermore, the students took the initiative to request more meetings in this format with international guests.

The Professor has already held an official meeting with the university leadership to discuss the strengthening of academic and institutional cooperation. Professor Shahidi serves as the Head of the Sports Performance Laboratory and Coordinator of Research Development at Istanbul Gedik University. This visit aims to further enhance the partnership between the two institutions in the field of research and professional development.

On February 2-3, 2026, the Georgian State University of Sport hosted a high-level working visit from the International Federation of Physical Education and Sport (FIEPS), represented by Mr. Dario Novak and Mr. Branislav Antala.

A primary milestone of the visit was the official opening of the FIEPS National Office in Georgia, established at the Georgian State University of Sport. This new office marks a significant step in strengthening the country’s role within the international sports science community and serves as a strategic hub for future collaboration.

During the working sessions, leadership from both the University and FIEPS finalized plans for Georgia to serve as the host nation for the 2028 FIEPS World Congress. This global-scale event will bring together international experts, researchers, and educators to discuss the future of physical education and sports science.

The Georgian State University of Sport is now actively engaged in the organizational and preparatory phases to ensure the success of this prestigious world-class forum.