Süleyman Övez

Prof. Süleyman Övez is a renowned academic in environmental engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), specifically within the Department of Environmental Engineering under the Faculty of Civil Engineering. His research focuses on Marine Pollution, Environmental Microbiology, and Environmental Biotechnology, with a strong emphasis on wastewater treatment, membrane bioreactor technologies, and bioremediation. He has held leadership roles including Professor (2014–2018), Environmental Biotechnology Department Coordinator (2013–2018), and various administrative committees. His career spans over 30 years, starting as a Technician in 1981, progressing to Research Assistant and Doctorate at Atatürk University and the University of Northern Colorado. He has received awards such as the College of Arts and Sciences Out of State Tuition Assistance Award (1995) and has been a member of organizations like TÜBİTAK and the Turkish National Committee for Water Pollution Research.

His research interests revolve around advancing sustainable wastewater treatment solutions, particularly using membrane bioreactors, microalgae cultivation for leachate remediation, and combating antibiotic resistance through environmental biotechnology. His work integrates cutting-edge technologies like anti-biofouling membrane modifications and predictive modeling for geotechnical challenges in waste management.

Articles Trends: Prof. Övez’s recent publications (2017–2023) highlight innovations in membrane bioreactor optimization, bioremediation strategies for wastewater, and biotechnology applications in pollution control. Key themes include landfill leachate treatment, biofouling mitigation, and leveraging microorganisms for environmental protection.

• Awards: College of Arts and Sciences Tuition Award (1995), ITU Doctoral Scholarship (1990).

Advising/Grants: He has advised multiple academic committees and contributed to projects on Istanbul’s wastewater infrastructure. His involvement in the TÜBİTAK/İTÜ Environmental Biotechnology Research Unit underscores his role in collaborative environmental research.

Labs/Teams: Active within ITU’s Environmental Engineering department and affiliated with TÜBİTAK’s research initiatives, focusing on bioprocess engineering and sustainable waste management solutions.