Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Research Articles

Unused, leftover and expired medicine and disposal practices among health sciences faculty students in Burdur, Turkey.

To evaluate the opinions of university-level Health Sciences students about unused, leftover and expired medicine, as well as their disposal practices, and to classify the medicines. The cross-sectional study was conducted from April 1 to May 31, 2023, at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Turkey, and comprised those studying at the Nursing, Nutrition Dietetics and Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation departments. Data was collected using Google Forms. The Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification was used for classifying pharmaceutical active ingredients. Data was analysed using SPSS 24. Of the 373 participants, 272(73%) were females and 101(27%) were males. The overall mean age was 20.8±2.8 years. There were 348(93.3%) subejcts who reported having a total of 845 boxes of leftover and unused medicines in their homes (2.3±1.9 per capita), while 25(6.7%) participants had none. The medicines were stored in the kitchen 261(61.5%) as the storage area, and in the refrigerator 181(40.2%) as the storage unit. The expired medicine was disposed of in the garbage in 328(86.1%) cases. Self-medication was prevalent in 325(87.1%) cases. Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification analysis showed that paracetamol, acetylsalicylic acid, paracetamol+caffeine and metamizole sodium was the most common group of leftover and unused medicines 283(81.3%). High prevalence of unused and leftover medicine, disposal of medicine in household garbage, and selfmedication behaviour indicated a serious public health and environmental problem.

Investigation of Teacher Candidates' Self-Employability, Responsibility Capability and Perspectives on Scientific Research

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between teacher candidates' perspectives on scientific research and their capacity for self-employment and responsibility. The survey model was implemented in the design of the study. The population of the research is 2347 teacher candidates from the Faculty of Education at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University. There are 479 teacher candidates in the sample, 370 of them are women and 109 men. Data were gathered online using two different subject-related scales. Aligned with the study's findings, it was concluded that the teacher candidates’ self-employability and responsibility capability differs significantly according to the idea of pursuing a master's degree and the grade level. It was also discovered that the perspectives of the teacher candidates on scientific research differed significantly according to gender, the idea of pursuing a master's degree, weighted grade point average, the department they studied and the degree of satisfaction with the department. It was also revealed that there is a low-level positive noteworthy relationship between teacher candidates' self-employability and responsibility capability and their perspectives on scientific research. The present situation has been assessed in light of the research's findings, and ideas for additional work have been suggested.

Diagnosis of Mycoplasma agalactiae from various specimens of goats

The aim of this study was to determine the presence of Mycoplasma agalactiae (M. agalactiae) by bacteriological methods and to reveal the prevalence of the disease in a goat farm with pneumonia, mastitis and arthritis symptoms and deaths. This study was carried out in a Saanen goat farm in Isparta province between January 2015 and January 2017. Samples (milk, intra-articular fluid, internal organs of deceased animals) were brought to Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Microbiology Laboratory and examined by bacteriological methods. Blood samples were collected from 813 goats in aged 1-6 years in the goat farm. Blood sera were tested for Mycoplasma agalactiae with a commercial ELISA kit (IDEXX, France) according to the kit instructions. Mycoplasma colonies were isolated from all samples. As a result of serological examination, 83 (10.2%) animals were positive, 9 (1.1%) animals were suspicious, and the rest were negative by ELISA. The seropositivity of M. agalactiae was ranged from 5.1 % to 28.7% according to age, and it was found quite high in three-year-old animals. With this study, it was determined that the seroprevalance of M. agalactiae is quite high in goats aged three years and above, it can be detected of M. agalactiae in animals that do not show clinical symptoms using ELISA and can be used in eradication of the disease from flocks.

Evaluation of oral health behavior, knowledge and attitude among dental and nursing preclinical students

Aim: This study aimed to assess and compare the sociodemographic characteristics, oral health behaviors, knowledge, and attitudes of first- and second-year students from the Faculty of Dentistry and the Nursing Department. Methods: In the study, a 26-item questionnaire, consisting of the "Hiroshima University Dental Behavioral Inventory (HU-DBI)" and an additional six questions, was distributed to the dental and nursing students of Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University. Students were requested to voluntarily complete the questionnaire. Results: Total HU-DBI scores were analyzed based on participants' gender and year of education. No statistically significant difference was found in the total HU-DBI scores with respect to gender or year of education. However, it was observed that first-year nursing students had the highest HU-DBI scores (5.85 ± 1.46). The percentage of nursing students who agreed with the statements “I brush each of my teeth carefully” (p = 0.006) and “I put off going to a dentist until I have a toothache” (p = 0.002) was statistically higher than that of dental students. The percentage of second-year dental students (9.1%) who agreed with the statement “My gums tend to bleed when I brush my teeth” was lower than that of second-year nursing students (42.0%). Conclusion: The results of this study show that the behaviors and attitudes of dental and nursing students, who would guide and contribute to the future oral health of the society, should be enhanced.

Enhancing Biogas Production with The Addition of Nano-catalysts

: The province of Burdur is at the forefront of the livestock industry, especially with dairy cattle. it is a necessity for Burdur province to use animal manure, convert it into methane gas, and use it as fuel. In this study, a laboratory-scale biodigester was set up to produce biogas from cattle feces taken from Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Cattle Farm. γ-Fe2O3, meso-Fe2O3, and meso-Co3O4 nanoparticles (NPs) were synthesized and used as catalysts for biogas production. Structural characterizations of catalysts were carried out via FT-IR and XRD techniques. The TEM was used to investigate particle size distributions and morphology. The average particle sizes of the nanoparticles were determined to be in the range of 20-165 nm. The bio-digester was kept at a constant temperature of 35 °C for 20 days. It has been determined that the obtained biogas has a high methane content of 83–86%. The biogas volume was obtained to be 1.360 L/kg for γ-Fe2O3, 1.390 L/kg for meso-Fe2O3, and 625-1.250 L/kg for Co3O4.

YOLOv8 Tabanlı Derin Öğrenme Teknikleri Yoluyla Giardia İntestinalis Görüntü Algılamanın Geliştirilmesi

Giardia intestinalis (G. intestinalis), a parasitic organism that causes gastrointestinal infections, represents a huge challenge in precisely identifying species from microscopic images. The complexities of accurate diagnosis and treatment require a shift towards automated solutions that enhance diagnostic efficiency and accuracy. In this study, we take advantage of the YOLOv8 deep learning model, comparing its performance with traditional methods, to enhance Giardia intestinalis detection.Our dataset, which has been carefully obtained by Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Pathology adds a unique dimension to our research. The dataset consists of 264 images of G. İntestinalis and is subjected to preprocessing with RGB/grayscale filters and contrast-limited adaptive histogram equalization for optimal model input.Deep learning architectures tested, including YOLOv8, show an accuracy rate of 95%. Notably, the YOLOv8 model shows promising results, indicating its potential to transform the diagnosis of G. intestinalis. Beyond immediate application, our research paves the way for the integration of YOLOv8 into broader healthcare contexts, promising effective tools for managing G. İntestinalis infections.Furthermore, our study allows the transfer of G. İntestinalis diagnostic expertise from expert veterinarians to the AI model. Veterinarians working in this field can now obtain preliminary diagnostic information through a mobile application. This innovative approach enhances the competence of veterinarians and expands their experience in this field.This research significantly pushes the boundaries in G. İntestinalis image analysis but also puts the foundation for the broader use of advanced deep learning techniques in medical applications. The implications of our findings extend beyond G. İntestinalis diagnosis, providing insight into the transformative impact of YOLOv8 in medical and biological image analysis. Our study opens the way for future developments, shaping the path of intelligent computer vision methods in real-world medical applications.

Ethylene glycol toxicity in two calves

Burdur Mehmet Akif University Veterinary Faculty Animal Hospital was brought from livestock to 3 calves aged between 15 and 20 days with complaints of weakness, dehydration, inability to get up and nervous findings. Two of them failed the treatment and were brought to the pathology department after being euthanized. Both animals were macroscopically dehydrated, cachectic, and had hair loss in some parts of the body. There was 1-2 liters of white light-colored transparent fluid in the abdominal cavity. Many organs and serous membranes in the abdominal cavity were hyperemic. Histopathological examination revealed bleeding, edema and degenerative changes in the heart, lungs and kidneys. Calcium oxalate crystals were found in many tubuler lumens, especially the proximal convoluted tubules in the kidneys. In the light of clinical, macroscopic, and histopathological findings, the case was diagnosed with ethylene glycol toxicity. Ethylene glycol toxicity is often seen in cats and dogs living near industrial or auto car repair shops, and in animals that accidentally drink antifreeze waste. This case report is the first case of ethylene glycol toxicity reported in livestock calves in Türkiye.

Attitudes of Future Nurses and Midwives On Organ Donation and Transplantation and Affecting Factors: A Cross-Sectional Study.

The objective of this study was to assess the attitudes of undergraduate nursing and midwifery students toward organ donation and identify the factors that influence these attitudes. The study was conducted at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Bucak School of Health, in Turkey. A total of 700 students participated in the study, representing 88.49% of the population. Online forms were used for data collection, and the Organ Donation Attitude Scale was used as a data collection tool. Our results showed that 47.9% of the students had not expressed a desire to donate their organs, and only 0.1% reported having donated organs. Additionally, 41.4% of the participants did not share their thoughts on organ donation with their families. Our study also found that 87.4% of the participants had not participated in any training program on organ donation. Logistic regression analysis revealed that factors such as students' sex, progress toward completion of curriculum (ie, class year), presence of a family member with organ transplant experience, organ donation status, and knowledge of organ donation influenced the participants' attitudes toward organ donation. This study highlights the need for health care professionals, including nursing students, to be educated and prepared to promote and support organ donation. By understanding the factors that influence attitudes, interventions and educational programs can be developed to improve organ donation rates and address misconceptions or concerns among nursing students.

Determination of model maps for the potential distribution of Anatolian black pine (Pinus nigra Arnold.) in natural forest areas in the Central Black Sea region

Özdemir ŞENTÜRK 1*, Serkan GÜLSOY 2, Mehmet Güvenç NEGİZ 3, Fatih KARAKAYA 2 ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2513-6070; https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2011-8324; https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6338-3307; https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6534-6382 1 Gölhisar Vocational School, Departmant of Forestry, Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Gölhisar, Burdur, Turkey 2 Faculty of Forestry, Department of Forest Engineering, Isparta University of Applied Sciences, Isparta, Turkey 3 Sütçüler Prof. Dr. Hasan GÜRBÜZ Vocational School, Department of Forest Engineering, Isparta University of Applied Sciences, Sütçüler, Isparta, Turkey *Corresponding author: e-mail: osenturk@mehmetakif.edu.tr Abstract The purpose of this study was to determine potential distribution modeling and mapping of Anatolian black pine in the Vezirköprü district. Presence / absence data of the species was collected from 586 sample areas. Environmental variables (elevation, slope, bedrock, radiation index etc.) were obtained from the digital maps. In addition, climatic variables were downloaded from WorldClim database. Generalized Additive Model and Classification and Regression Tree were used for potential distribution modeling of the species. The validation value of Generalized Additive Model was 0.84 while the cross-validation test value was found to be 0.82. Also, the ROC values of the tree model were found to be 0.804 for the training data set and 0.750 for the testing data set. According to the Classification and Regression Tree method, the locations above 650 m and without meta-sandstone are suitable for the potential distribution of the species. Under the condition that there is meta-sandstone, the areas where the temperature is between 7.6-11.0 °C and the slope degree is more than 23% coincide with the potential distribution of the species. Also, Generalized Additive Model showed that places where gabbro, ophiolitic melange, serpentine, and mixed material were seen as main bedrock type, sloping sites where average elevation was from 600 to 1150 m and temperature is between approximately 8.5-11.3 °C were the most suitable conditions for the potential distribution of the species in the district. In both models, it was determined that especially rock formations, climatic variable, and altitude are effective in the potential distribution of the species. On the other hand, although there are some differences in the variables in the models, the potential distribution maps formed by these variables overlapped quite. As a result, the information obtained in the study is important for the forestry practices such as afforestation, regeneration and the monitoring the species under future climate change conditions. Keywords: generalized additive model; classification and regression tree; species distribution model; Vezirköprü

Retrospective Evaluation of Dental and Gingival Health in 150 Dogs

The aim of this study was to calculate the prevalence of gingivitis, calculus, and traumatic dentoalveolar injury as a result of dental and gingival examinations of 150 dogs brought to Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Animal Hospital due to various health problems. In this study, dogs were examined by inspection without anaesthesia or invasive techniques. As a result of the examination, calculus (87.2%), gingivitis (60.7%) and traumatic dentoalveolar injuries (51.3%) were found in the majority of patients at rates higher than the reported prevalence values. It was emphasised that if existing diseases are not treated, the general health of the patient may be adversely and irreversibly affected.

Comprehensive environmental and techno-economic feasibility assessment of biomass- solar on grid hybrid power generation system for Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Istiklal Campus

The worldwide use of clean and environmentally friendly renewable energy sources, has been increasing to prevent global warming and climate change. In this study, a hybrid renewable energy system (HRES) including biomass and solar as the source, has been investigated for Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Istiklal Campus in Burdur, Türkiye. The campus has an animal farm consisting of 300 cattle and 200 sheep. Therefore, manure of the animals will be used as the resource for biomass generation. HOMER software is used to simulate the system and to find the size and the quantity of the equipment according to the meteorological and biomass capacity of the campus. The optimum system is determined by means of net present cost (NPC) and the cost of energy (COE). In the simulation, wind energy is also investigated but since the wind speed is not sufficient to produce energy in the region, it is not considered in the optimum system. The optimum system is determined to be grid connected biomass-solar system with 5000 kW PV panels and a 1500 kW biomass generator assisted by the grid of 3000 kW. Also, the NPC of the system is estimated to be USD 18.800.000 and the COE for the system is calculated as 0,107 USD/kWh. The system also reduces the emissions causing the global warming.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN UNIVERSITY STUDENTS' CONSCIOUS AWARENESS, HOPE LEVELS, LIFE SATISFIED

The aim of this study is to reveal the relationship between university students' levels of mindfulness, life satisfaction and hope. In the study, the relational survey model was used to examine university students in terms of mindfulness, life satisfaction and hope levels. The study group of the research consists of 201 university students, 138 female and 63 male, studying at Mehmet Akif Ersoy University in the fall semester of the 2022-2023 academic year. Research data were collected using the "Cognitive and Affective Awareness Scale", "Continuous Hope Scale", "Life Satisfaction Scale", and personal information form. As a result of the Pearson Correlation analysis test, it was determined that there was a positive and significant relationship between university students' mindfulness, life satisfaction and hope levels. According to the research findings, it is seen that there is a positive and significant relationship between university students' mindfulness, life satisfaction and hope levels. While it is seen that there is a low level of positive and significant relationship between mindfulness and hope level; There is a significant and positive moderate relationship between mindfulness and life satisfaction. Looking at the results, it can be said that as the level of conscious awareness of university students increases, their life satisfaction and hope levels increase.

Spor Bilimleri Fakültelerinde Gelecek Vizyonu; Stratejik Yönetim Üzerine Bir Analiz

Sports Science Faculties play a central role in modern education and advancements in the field of sports. This article will focus on the strategic management of sports science faculties. Strategic management plays a crucial role in defining the faculties' goals, managing resources, and sustaining long-term success. This study aims to emphasize the significance of strategic management in Sports Science Faculties, addressing the goals, challenges, and future vision in this domain. The statistical analysis of the article is based on the data provided on the webpage of the Sports Science Faculty at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University. Through a SWOT analysis, the results have been examined. According to the obtained results, the strong aspects include extensive facilities, diverse sports areas and classrooms, health units, and a performance laboratory, reflecting professional services. However, for the institution to compete in a competitive environment and keep up with technological advancements, more resources and capabilities are required. Innovative practices and emphasizing the impact of sports on public health represent opportunities for the institution. The challenge of keeping educational programs current and effective in the face of rapidly changing technological and societal conditions is among potential threats. Therefore, leveraging the institution's strengths to capitalize on opportunities and addressing weaknesses and threats is crucial.

Etiological Examination of Neonatal Calf Diarrhea Cases Detected in Burdur Region

This work was conducted to determine the prevalence of E. coli, cryptosporidium spp., giardia, rotavirus and coronavirus agents involved in the etiology of diarrhea in cases of neonatal calf diarrhea detected in Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Animal Hospital Clinics and other farms in the region between 2019-2020 years. The material of the study consisted of 50 neonatal calves with diarrhea. Stool samples were taken from calves with diarrhea and examined with immunochromatographic rapid test kits. One or more enteropathogenic agents were detected in 70% of the calves. In calves with diarrhea, Cryptosporidium spp (42%) and rotavirus (30%) were detected as single and mixed enteropathogen. Mixed enteropathogens (14% Cryptosporidium spp. + Rotavirus, 2% Rotavirus + coronavirus, 2% Cryptosporidium spp. + rotavirus + coronavirus + E. coli K99 + Giardia, 2% Cryptosporidium spp. + coronavirus + E. coli K99 + Giardia) were determined in 20% of calves. As a result, it was concluded that in neonatal calf diarrhea, cryptosporidium and rotavirus factors are common and necessary precautions should be taken in enterprises against these factors.

Conservation Courses Effects on Architecture Students’ Conservation Awareness: Analyses of Isparta and Burdur Houses

As in every part of Anatolia, the building typology is diversified in the Western Mediterranean Region. Isparta and Burdur houses located in this region, as in other Anatolian houses, the construction technique is observed with masonry stone walls on the ground floors and wooden structures plastered with gypsum plaster on the upper floors. Within the scope of this study, a database was created by examining the conservation status of 22 registered buildings in Burdur and Isparta provinces was restored. The study aims to learn the effects of historical residences on architecture students, to reveal the extent to which the state of preservation is assimilated and their approach to conservation. The subjective evaluations of architectural students of both Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University and Süleyman Demirel University regarding the preservation status of these buildings were examined. The evaluation form was filled in by the students who took and did not take the conservation courses. The correct answers of the students were grouped under the headings of separate criteria for each structure and analyzed using SPSS software. As a result of the study, it has emerged that a different evaluation should be made with standard deviation and quarters analysis using SPSS software. The differences in the results of the students who took and did not take the conservation course were presented more clearly with statistical analyses.

Determination of gingival temperatures of dogs with healthy gums by means of a thermal camera

In this study, the gingival inflammation degree of dogs was determined according to the Gingival Index (GI). According to this index, it was aimed to determine the free gingiva (FG), attached gingiva (AG) and alveolar mucosa (AM) temperatures of the gingiva of dogs with healthy gums by means of a thermal camera. The material of the study consisted of the gingiva of 140 dogs aged 2 years and older, who were brought to Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Hospital, Surgery Clinic, non-brachiocephalic and without periodontal destruction in their gingiva. Healthy maxillary (n= 427) and mandibular (n= 671) gums in addition maxillary (n=432) and mandibular (n= 463) gums with gingivitis were included in the study. The FG temperature of the buccal surface of the healthy maxillary gingiva was 36.25±1.43°C, the AG temperature was 36.81±1.37°C, and the AM temperature was 37.53±1.30°C. The FG temperature of the buccal surface of the healthy mandibular gingiva was 35.46±1.42°C. In addition the AG temperature was 36.26±1.35°C, and the AM temperature was 37.01±1.22°C. The FG temperature of the maxillary gums with gingivitis was 36,40±1,32°C, the AG temperature was 36,95±1,21°C, and the AM temperature was 37,57±1,21°C. The FG temperature of the mandibular gums with gingivitis was 35,82±1,26°C, the AG temperature was 36,57±1,16°C, and the AM temperature was 37,27±1,10°C. Temperature difference (r) between in maxillary and mandibular FG (r= 0.78°C and p= .000), AG (r= 0.52°C and p= .000) and AM (r= 0.51°C and p= .000) of dogs with healthy gums temperatures were found to be significant. Temperature difference between maxillary and mandibular FG with gingivitis (r= 0.58°C and p= .000), AG (r= 0.38°C and p= .000) and AM (r= 0.29°C and p= .000) were found to be statistically significant. It was concluded that the thermal camera can be an effective diagnostic tool in detecting inflammatory changes in the gingiva.

Evaluation of eye diseases in cats and dogs: a retrospective study: 200 cases (2021-2022)

In this study, the incidence of eye diseases in cats and dogs brought to Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Animal Hospital Surgery Clinic between 2021-2022 was investigated. The material of the study consisted of 200 patients (103 dogs and 97 cats). Eye pathology was diagnosed in 35.05% of the examined cats and 35.92% of the examined dogs. The most common cat breed with eye pathologies was mixed breeds with a rate of 29.8%, and the most common dog breed was Golden Retrievers with a rate of 82.3%. When the anatomical localization of the pathologies encountered in the cats and dogs included in the study was evaluated, it was seen that the most common anatomical region with pathologies in cats was the cornea, and the most common anatomical region with pathologies in dogs was the lens. According to the data recorded during the study, the most common eye pathologies were corneal damage 14.7% for cats and senile nuclear sclerosis 36.75% for dogs. In conclusion, with this study, it was aimed to help veterinarians to approach eye diseases by identifying the most common eye diseases in cats and dogs brought to Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University Animal Hospital Surgery Clinic.

Investigation of Life Long Learning Tendencies of Undergraduate Students in Turkey

Investigation the lifelong learning tendencies of undergraduate students, who are legally adults, have gained their own learning responsibilities and are expected to strive for continuous self-improvement, is extremely important in terms of adapting to modern life and reaching the most accurate and up-to-date information against the ever-changing and developing information volume. In this context, the aim of the research is to determine the lifelong learning tendency levels of undergraduate students and to examine their lifelong tendencies in terms of various variables. The research is a study in survey model. The study group of the research consists of 2713 undergraduate students studying at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University in the 2020-2021 academic year. The “Lifelong Learning Tendency Scale” developed by Diker-Coşkun (2009) was used as the data collection tool. According to the results of the research, it was found that undergraduate students had a high level of lifelong learning tendency, and their lifelong learning tendency levels showed significant difference according to the variables of gender, age, grade level, cumulative grade point average, socio-economic level of the family, department and university satisfaction. It was also found that there was no statistically significant difference according to the place of residence variable. According to the findings, suggestions were made for increasing the lifelong learning tendencies of undergraduate students and for new studies.

Analysis and Estimation of Pathological Data and Findings with Deep Learning Methods

As in human diseases, rapid diagnosis of animal diseases is of great importance. In order for the disease treatments to be carried out properly, the diagnosis must be of high accuracy, as well as the rapid diagnosis. In this study, the disease types in the data set consisting of the data examined between the years 2000-2020 belonging to the Department of Pathology of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University were estimated by using the decision tree classification model and the KNN classification model. Categories such as age, type, city, and gender in the data set were analyzed in graphics. For the estimation and analysis processes to give accurate results, the data set was corrected by going through some pre-processes and the missing data in the data set was completed. It is thought that the results obtained from the estimation and analysis will allow rapid and accurate diagnosis in animal disease diagnoses.

Examination of University Students' Reasons to Participate in Nature-Based Sports Leisure Activities and Leisure Constraints

This study, aimed to examine main the reasons for university students' participation in leisure activities and leisure constraints. A total of 485 university students including 294 female and 191 male university students from different departments of Süleyman Demirel University and Mehmet Akif Ersoy University participated in this study in the 2020-2021 academic year. In the data collection process of the research, “Personal Information Form”, “The Leisure Constraints Questionnaire” and “Questionnaire on Reason of Doing Sport” were used. During the analysis of the data obtained in the research, Mann Whitney U analysis and Chi-Square analysis were used in the SPSS 22.0 program. At the end of the research, it was determined that the main reasons for students heading towards sports in their free time are to stay away from stress, improve their health, be an area of interest, acquire new skills and improve their skills. It was seen that the main obstacles encountered by the students in the process of participating in leisure activities were transportation problems, lack of facilities and lack of knowledge, followed by psychology of the individual, lack of time and interest, and lack of friends, respectively. According to age and gender variables, it was determined that both the reasons for the students participating in the study to engage in sports in their free time and the barriers to participation in leisure activities differed significantly (p0.05). As a result of the research, it can be concluded that university students use sports to reduce stress and improve health. In addition, it can be stated that age and gender variables were determinative on the barriers to sports and leisure. Events and organizations can be planned so that students have positive feedback about sports. It is thought that this study will shed light on future research.