Mehmet Rıfat Tınç

Prof. Mehmet Rıfat Tınç is affiliated with Yeditepe University as a faculty member in the Faculty of Law, specifically the Department of Law. His academic career spans institutions in France, Turkey, and Réunion, with expertise in European Union law, constitutional law, and human rights.

• PhD in Law (2002-2009), Université Robert Schuman Strasbourg
• Master’s in Law (2001-2002), Université Robert Schuman Strasbourg
• Bachelor’s in Law (1997-2001), Université Robert Schuman Strasbourg

Research interests include European Union Law, constitutional principles, human rights, and legal coherence. His work often bridges comparative legal systems, focusing on EU-Turkey relations and judicial reforms. Recent articles analyze children's rights in France, access to justice, and constitutional precedents.

Scientific awards include the Prix de la meilleure thèse en droit public from Strasbourg. He has supervised theses such as İREM EBRAR's 2025 thesis on Climate Protection Law and presented at international conferences on topics like EU maritime law and legal hierarchies.