Ilknur Ilhan

Ilknur Ilhan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information-driven Product Development & Engineering. Her research focuses on advancing packaging technologies through interdisciplinary approaches in materials science, mechanical engineering, and sustainable design. Key areas include seal integrity optimization, polymer blend characterization, and the development of smart packaging solutions.

Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing environmental sustainability through innovations in food packaging and waste reduction. Notable projects involve ultrasonic sealing techniques for PP films, contamination impact analysis, and thermoresponsive materials for adaptive packaging.

Ilhan has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, with a focus on flexible packaging systems, heat sealing parameters, and material degradation under thermal and mechanical stresses. She leads research on process optimization for industrial packaging machinery and has developed design tools for customizable forming components.

Her research outputs from 2021–2024 reflect a strong emphasis on solving real-world challenges in packaging durability, sustainability, and efficiency. Collaborations include industry partners and academic institutions, focusing on practical applications of material science principles.