ZEYNEP DUMANOGLU

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zeynep Dumanoğlu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at Bingöl University's Faculty of Agriculture. She holds a PhD in Agricultural Machinery and Technologies Engineering from Ege University (2016) and a second bachelor's degree in Labor Economics from Anadolu University (2023). Her research focuses on seed science, agricultural machinery optimization, and sustainable crop production.

Education includes:

• Lisans: Agricultural Machinery (Ege University, 2004)
• Yüksek Lisans: Agricultural Machinery (Ege University, 2010)
• Doktora: Agricultural Machinery and Technologies Engineering (Ege University, 2016)

Research interests:
Exploring seed physical properties, mechanization of agricultural practices, and sustainable crop management. Active in studying alternative crops like quinoa, amaranth, and safflower, as well as innovative seed treatments and storage techniques.

Recent work highlights:
Investigations into seed coating effects on onion and potato quality, aeroponic systems applications, and cultural heritage tourism related to edible plants in Northern Cyprus. Collaborates on projects involving agricultural waste utilization and precision agriculture.

Research projects:

• 2013: Pelletting and coating potential of aromatic plants
• 2022: Utilization of agricultural waste for beehive materials

Labs/teams: Involved in Bingöl University's Biosystems Engineering research group focusing on mechanized agricultural solutions and seed technology.