ABDULKADIR ZORLU

Abdulkadir Zorlu is an Associate Professor in the Sociology Department at Kırıkkale University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, where he has worked since 2002. His research focuses on Economic Sociology, Sociology of Consumption, and Urban Sociology, with recent comparative studies on Mevlana and Ibn Khaldun.

• Education: B.A. in Sociology (Hacettepe University, 1994), M.A. in Sociology (2002), Ph.D. in Sociology (2002).

Zorlu's publications include books like Sociology of Consumption (2019) and Understanding Shopping Malls (2018), alongside analyses of Eastern thinkers. His work explores consumption patterns, urban-rural dynamics, and sociological interpretations of classical theories.

Recent articles highlight comparative analyses of Eastern philosophical systems (Mevlana vs. Ibn Khaldun), theoretical frameworks for consumption, and historical studies of Ottoman-era advertising. These reflect interdisciplinary engagement with sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies.

• Professional Experience: Research Assistant at Kırıkkale University (1994–2002), Research Assistant at Hacettepe University (1999–2003), Faculty Member at Kırıkkale University (2002–present).