About
Professor Hakan Ürey has been a faculty member at Koç University since 2001 and currently serves as Vice President for Research and Innovation. He holds a PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and leads the Optical Microsystems Laboratory (OML).
- Education:
- PhD (1997), Georgia Institute of Technology
- MSc (1996), Georgia Institute of Technology
- BS (1992), Middle East Technical University
Research Interests: His work spans optical microsystems, MEMS technology, augmented reality displays, and biomedical systems including ophthalmology and neuroscience. Recent projects focus on holographic displays for vision simulation and implantable sensors.
Scientific Awards:
- TÜBA-GEBİP Award
- TÜBİTAK-Encouragement Award
- Sedat Simavi Science Award
- Elginkan Technology Award
- Outstanding Faculty Award
- En Başarılı Koçlular Award (multiple times)
Labs and Teams: Director of the Optical Microsystems Laboratory (OML), which has produced 60+ licensed patents and five spinoff companies. Collaborated with KUTTAM, KUAR, and N2STAR research centers.
