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BAYRAM ÇETİNView profile

Professor

• Measurement and Evaluation in Education
• Educational Statistics
• Research Methods in Education
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Professor BAYRAM ÇETİN is affiliated with Gaziantep University , where he serves in the Faculty of Education within the Department of Educational Sciences , specializing in Measurement and Evaluation in Education . His academic career spans multiple institutions, including Gazi University and Sakarya University. Doctorate in Measurement and Evaluation in Education (2005, Hacettepe University) Master’s in Measurement and Evaluation in Education (2002, Hacettepe University) Licence in Classroom Teaching (1993, Çukurova University) His research focuses on educational measurement , psychometric modeling , statistical analysis in education , and assessment equity . He has developed numerous scales and rubrics for educational evaluation, emphasizing SOLO taxonomy , CHAID analysis , and generalizability theory . Professor Çetin has authored 12 books/chapters, including Research Methods in Education and Measurement and Evaluation in Education , and published over 65 peer-reviewed articles. His recent work explores online formative assessment , ADHD diagnostics , and cross-cultural PISA data . He has supervised 25+ theses, including studies on cyberbullying , metacognition , and test development . He has held administrative roles such as Director of Research and Application Center (2022) and Dean (2020). His projects include international collaborations like Erasmus+ KA201 and national grants on virtual reality in medical education .

Semih DoğuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Electromagnetic Theory
• Microwave Imaging
• Inverse Scattering Problems
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Semih Doğu is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering , Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering , Istanbul Technical University . His research focuses on Electromagnetic Theory , Microwave Imaging , Inverse Scattering Problems , and Antenna Design . Doctorate: Istanbul Technical University (2023) Master's: Istanbul Technical University (2017) Bachelor's: Yıldız Technical University (2015) His research interests emphasize microwave-based diagnostics, including: Microwave imaging for breast cancer detection Antenna optimization for medical and security applications Inverse problem solving in electromagnetic systems Through-the-wall imaging for surveillance Semih Doğu's recent publications demonstrate his expertise in: Neural networks for temperature monitoring in hyperthermia Ku/Ka-band antenna designs for satellite systems Microwave salinity sensing Algorithm development for improved imaging accuracy He contributes to the ITU Electromagnetics Research Group , participating in projects like: Microwave Brain and Breast Imaging Device Development Compressed Sensing for Energy-Efficient Communication Microwave Tissue Analysis

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Earthquake Engineering
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Prof. Alper SEZER is a faculty member at Ege University's Department of Civil Engineering (Faculty of Engineering), specializing in Geotechnics. His research focuses on geotechnical engineering, earthquake effects, soil mechanics, and sustainable development. He has conducted extensive studies on soil liquefaction, seismic site effects, and post-earthquake damage assessments in regions like Antakya, Izmir, and Adıyaman. His work integrates computational methods (e.g., genetic algorithms, artificial neural networks) with experimental geotechnics to improve soil characterization and disaster resilience. He has collaborated on projects analyzing valley effects, ground motion amplification, and the mechanical behavior of soils under cyclic loading. Education: Details not explicitly provided in text, inferred through academic publications and position. Research interests include geotechnical hazard mitigation, soil stabilization techniques (e.g., polymer-modified soils), and the application of fractal analysis to soil properties. His studies address practical challenges such as sulfate resistance in cement-stabilized soils and freeze-thaw resistance of fiber-reinforced materials. He has contributed to microzonation studies and seismic risk assessments in urban areas like Izmir Bay. Publications emphasize field reconnaissance findings from major earthquakes (e.g., 2020 Samos, 2023 Türkiye earthquakes) and laboratory experiments on soil behavior under dynamic loading. Awards and recognitions are not explicitly listed in the text. Grant activities and advising details are not provided, but his extensive publication record suggests sustained research funding. He is affiliated with geotechnical laboratories at Ege University, focusing on experimental testing and computational modeling in geotechnical engineering.

• Information Security and Reliability
• Cyber Security
• Artificial Intelligence
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Prof. Dr. Murat Dener is a full Professor in the Department of Information Security Engineering at the Institute of Science and Technology, Gazi University, where he also serves as the Head of Department since 2020. He has been continuously affiliated with Gazi University since 2005, progressing from Research Assistant to full Professor in 2023. He is also a Member of the Gazi University Rectorate Quality Commission and a Researcher at the High Performance Computational Neuroscience Laboratory at the Neuroscience and Neurotechnology Excellence Joint Application and Research Center. His educational background includes a BSc, MSc, and PhD, all from Gazi University, with his doctoral studies partially conducted at Georgia Tech University, USA. He completed English language training at Georgia State University and has participated in multiple EU-funded international projects across Greece, Portugal, Belgium, Germany, and Kazakhstan. His research focuses on cutting-edge areas such as cyber security, artificial intelligence, internet of things, blockchain, big data analytics, and computational neuroscience. His work bridges theoretical research with practical innovation, exemplified by the development of Turkey’s first domestically produced wireless sensor node, "WiSeN", through a company he founded in 2014. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating AI and deep learning into cyber defense, secure IoT systems, blockchain applications, and computational neuroscience. His work emphasizes real-world applicability, security, scalability, and innovation in smart city and critical infrastructure technologies. Academic Achievement Award, Georgia State University (2011) Second Prize, Gazi University Business Idea Competition (2014) Turkish First Prize, Junior Chamber International 'Ten Successful Young People of Turkey' (2014) World Top 20 Finalist, Junior Chamber International (Japan, 2014) First Prize, Young Entrepreneurship Category, Liyakat Association (2015) First Prize, Smart Buildings and Environment, TET R&D Project Market (2018) Prof. Dener actively advises master’s and doctoral students and has led numerous national and international research projects, including EU-funded collaborations. His leadership extends to editorial and peer-review roles in multiple journals. He is deeply involved in academic quality improvement as a member of the Rectorate Quality Commission and leads advanced research in computational neuroscience using high-performance computing platforms. He founded a technology company in 2014 under the Technopreneurship Capital Support Program, producing the first Turkish-made wireless sensor node (WiSeN), which led to several national innovation awards. His lab work centers on the High Performance Computational Neuroscience Laboratory, where he contributes to neurotechnology research, combining AI and neuroscience for brain-computer interface applications.

Meltem GürünlüView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Behavioral Finance
• Sustainability and Finance
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Assoc. Prof. Meltem Gürünlü serves as a faculty member and department head of the Department of International Trade and Finance (Eng.). She has conducted Erasmus teaching mobility at the University of Split, Croatia (May 2023), delivering a seminar on legislative-environment interactions and strengthening academic ties. Her research focuses on corporate finance, behavioral finance, sustainability, and emerging markets, with particular attention to digital transformation, corporate governance, and fintech innovations. Recent work explores topics like cryptocurrency ecosystems, green bonds, and the future of financial systems. Her academic contributions span over 40 publications since 2007, addressing themes such as capital structure dynamics, foreign ownership impacts, and the role of technology in finance. Key areas include analyzing business groups' financial behaviors, evaluating earnings management practices, and investigating investor perceptions of sustainability initiatives. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence, often using Turkish market data (e.g., Borsa Istanbul). Notably, Prof. Gürünlü’s research highlights interdisciplinary intersections—e.g., blockchain’s governance implications, renewable energy financing challenges, and the ethical dimensions of AI in finance. Her scholarship emphasizes practical policy recommendations for regulatory frameworks and corporate strategies in evolving financial landscapes.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Neural Networks
• Machine Learning
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Burak Berk Üstündağ is a Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Computer and Informatics, Istanbul Technical University (ITU). He has been a key academic figure at ITU since the 1990s, progressing through the ranks from Research Assistant to full Professor, a position he attained in 2019. He has also held significant administrative roles, including Director of the Application and Research Center and membership in the ITU Informatics Institute Management Board. PhD, Control and Computer Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2000) MSc, Control and Computer Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1994) BSc, Electrical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1991) His research is deeply rooted in Artificial Intelligence , with a focus on Neural Networks , Wavelet-based models , and machine learning applications in environmental, agricultural, and maritime domains. He has developed frameworks like PECNET for multivariate time series forecasting and has pioneered work in cognitive communication systems, particularly for underwater and agricultural monitoring. His work bridges theoretical AI models with real-world applications in precision agriculture, water quality monitoring, and ionospheric forecasting. The most recent articles show a strong trend in applying deep learning (LSTM, DNNs) and hybrid models (Wavelet-NN) to complex, real-time systems. His research spans environmental data science , smart agriculture , underwater acoustics , and cognitive risk management . He emphasizes performance, real-time operation, and intelligence quantification in AI systems. His scientific awards include: Outstanding Young Scientist of the Year (2004) Junior Chamber International - Year's Professional Award (2003) Yılın Meslek Ödülü (2002) Service Award from Air Force Academy (2000) Gelişimine Katkı Ödülü from ITU (1996) Prof. Üstündağ has actively supervised research and led multiple projects as Principal Investigator, including national and institutional grants in AI-driven software systems, social media robots, real-time cognitive risk management, and elderly support devices. He has advised students in AI, neural networks, and intelligent systems, though specific names are not listed. His lab activities are centered around the Software Development Laboratory and cognitive systems research under various funded projects.

Abdullah KaramanView profile

Professor

• Geophysical Engineering
• Hydrothermal Systems
• Seismic Data Analysis
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Abdullah Karaman is a Professor at the Department of Geophysical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU). His research focuses on geophysical modeling, subsidence due to longwall mining, hydrothermal systems, and seismic data analysis. He leads projects on geothermal applications using particle swarm optimization and collaborates internationally. Dr. Karaman has supervised 8 ongoing theses and has authored/co-authored over 17 publications since 1997. His work spans geophysical exploration, environmental geohazards, and subsurface imaging techniques. Education: Master of Science in Geophysics (1989) Research Interests: Hydrothermal system characterization using magnetotelluric methods Seismic inversion and diffraction imaging Geophysical monitoring of coal mine subsidence Optimization algorithms in geophysical data analysis Awards: None explicitly mentioned. Grants & Projects: Geothermal Applications of Particle Swarm Optimization Modeling Technique (2016–2021) Kordil Engineering Company: Geophysical consulting for international projects (2021) His lab focuses on integrating geophysical techniques with machine learning for high-resolution subsurface imaging.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Machine Learning
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Zafer AYDIN is an Associate Professor at the Computer Engineering Department of Abdullah Gul University. He obtained his B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Bilkent University (Turkey) and his Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology (USA). His research focuses on machine learning applications in bioinformatics, health informatics, and industrial problems. PhD: Georgia Institute of Technology (2008) Postdoc: University of Washington (2008-2011) Previous: Assistant Professor at Bahcesehir University (2011-2014) Research Interests include protein structure prediction, medical imaging analysis, network security, and financial data modeling. His work spans both fundamental bioinformatics research and practical industrial applications. Scientific Awards : 2nd in T0 phase of Respiratory Viral Dream Challenge (2016-2017) 1st in both question 1 and 2 prediction tasks of COVID-19 DREAM Challenge (2020-2021) Teaching includes undergraduate courses in Bioinformatics, Machine Learning, and Algorithms, and graduate courses in Deep Learning and Pattern Recognition.

• Hydrology
• Coastal Sciences and Engineering
• Water Resources Management
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Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozger is an Associate Professor at the Civil Engineering Department of Istanbul Technical University, specializing in Hydrology, Coastal Sciences and Engineering, and Water Resources Management. He holds a PhD in Water Engineering from Istanbul Technical University. His research focuses on climate variability, water resource optimization, and environmental modeling. Ozger has led numerous projects including hydrodynamic modeling of Istanbul Strait, flood risk assessments in Rize Province, and artificial wetland systems construction. He has also contributed to international collaborations on wave energy systems and drought prediction. His work frequently employs advanced computational methods like machine learning, fuzzy logic, and GIS-based decision frameworks. Ozger’s expertise is further reflected in his advisory roles for TÜBİTAK projects and executive responsibilities in high-budget engineering initiatives. Education: BSc (1995), MSc (2001), PhD (2007) in Civil Engineering/Water Engineering from ITU Labs: Hydraulics Laboratory at ITU Ayazaga Campus Research Interests: Climate change impacts on hydrology, urban flood management, and sustainable water resource systems. He has published extensively on topics like rainfall-runoff modeling, groundwater vulnerability assessment, and energy dissipation in hydraulic structures. Ozger’s projects often address real-world challenges such as dam optimization, coastal tunnel hydrodynamics, and artificial recharge systems in arid regions. Notable Projects: Technical reports for Golden Horn Tunnel hydrodynamics, Istanbul Canal environmental impact assessments, and flood risk mapping in Istanbul. He has secured funding for projects totaling over ₺2 million, including studies on wave energy conversion and drought forecasting in Texas.

• Transportation Planning
• Traffic Engineering
• Public Transport Integration
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat Ergün currently serves at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Civil Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, specializing in transportation planning, traffic engineering, and sustainable infrastructure. He holds a PhD in Transportation Engineering and has contributed extensively to urban mobility, pavement engineering, and risk assessment in transportation systems. PhD (1993): Transportation Engineering, Istanbul Technical University MSc (1985): Transportation Engineering (Mixed), Istanbul Technical University BSc (1981): Civil Engineering, Uludağ University His research focuses on GIS integration for spatial transport analysis, centroid optimization in planning, and sustainable asphalt materials. Recent projects include risk assessment for urban roadside assets and dynamic creep analysis of polymer-modified asphalt. Collaborations with İ. Adalıoğlu dominate his 2025 publications. Key projects span from 2005 BAP initiatives to 2025 studies on autonomous vehicles in public transport. Though no specific scientific awards are listed, his Scopus h-index of 8 reflects significant scholarly impact.

• Construction Technologies
• Project Management
• Construction Management
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Onur Behzat Tokdemir is an Associate Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), with prior affiliation at Middle East Technical University (METU). His expertise spans Construction Technologies, Project Management, and Construction Management, with a focus on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) into infrastructure development. He holds a Ph.D. from Illinois Institute of Technology and has extensive industry experience in project management roles with firms like Renaissance Holding and Qatar Project Management. Education: B.Sc. from METU (1990-1995), M.Sc. from Illinois Tech (1995-1997), Ph.D. from Illinois Tech (1997-2003). His research emphasizes AI-driven solutions for construction safety, cost prediction, and digital twin applications. Notable projects include the EU-funded 'DIGITWINS4CIUE' and the strategic tender decision support system leveraging ML. Awards include the ITU Academic Performance Publication Award (2022-2024) and METU's Prof. Dr. Mustafa N. Parlar Award (2019). He has advised over 15 theses on topics like AI in safety assessment, labor efficiency prediction, and post-disaster housing frameworks. Active memberships include the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Chamber of Civil Engineers.

Erkan GünpınarView profile

Associate Professor

• Additive Manufacturing
• Design Space
• Printing Path Optimization
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Erkan Günpınar is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU), specializing in Additive Manufacturing and Computer-Aided Design. His research focuses on optimizing printing paths, material properties, and geometric precision in additive manufacturing processes. He has pioneered work on lattice structures, patient-specific medical systems, and structural optimization for marine applications. Key research interests include generative design methodologies, support structure optimization, and machine learning applications in manufacturing. His work bridges engineering disciplines, integrating mechanical principles with computational techniques to solve complex design challenges. Awards: Best Presentation Award (2016, 2018), Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing (2016), Session Best Paper (2017) Projects: Includes initiatives on yacht hull optimization, cross-derivative surface modeling, and liquid flow-inspired printing paths Advising: Supervises 8 ongoing theses in additive manufacturing and geometric modeling Dr. Günpınar’s recent projects emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in biomedical and marine engineering contexts. He actively contributes to journals like Journal of Manufacturing Processes and Computer-Aided Design .

• Economics
• Econometrics
• Financial Markets
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Bülent Güloğlu is a Professor at the Department of Economics, Istanbul Technical University, specializing in econometric modeling, financial markets, and energy economics. His research spans nonlinear tail dependencies, structural change analysis, and sustainable development. Research interests include: Quantile regression applications in banking risk analysis Nonlinear dynamics in energy-agricultural commodity markets ESG metrics and corporate risk dependency Energy productivity in Türkiye's economic transformation Financial contagion and market interconnectivity Recent publications focus on sustainable photovoltaic policies, tail dependence analysis, and AI-enhanced decision models. His work has received Scopus citations and a Best Paper award in 2017. Scientific awards: Best Paper Prize, Istanbul Technical University (2017) Current projects include ESG risk analysis, energy efficiency impacts on carbon emissions, and nonlinear energy market modeling.

Şirin KARADENİZ ORANView profile

Professor

• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Instructional Design
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Professor Şirin Karadeniz Oran serves as Rector's Consultant at Bahçeşehir University's Faculty of Education Sciences, Department of Computer and Instructional Technologies Education. With over two decades of academic experience, she has held progressive academic appointments from Research Assistant to full Professor, alongside significant administrative leadership roles including Dean and Institute Deputy Director. Her educational background includes a PhD in Educational Sciences from Ankara University (2005), where her dissertation focused on hypermedia structures and cognitive flexibility. She also holds a Master's degree in Informatics from Gazi University (1999) and a Bachelor's degree in Technical Education (1995). Professor Karadeniz Oran's research spans Educational Technology , Artificial Intelligence in Education , and Instructional Design , with particular emphasis on digital literacy development, cognitive aspects of learning, and technology integration in educational settings. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on evolving educational technologies and their practical implementation. Her publication portfolio shows strong emphasis on research methodology and educational technology applications , with numerous editions of methodology textbooks and specialized works on AI in education. The trajectory reveals increasing focus on emerging technologies while maintaining foundational work in research methods. BAU Toplumsal Fayda Ödülü (2018) Yılın Başarılı Kadın Eğitimcisi Ödülü (2016) TUBITAK Yayın Teşvik Ödülü (2009) Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi Yayın Teşvik Ödülü (2008) Professor Karadeniz Oran has supervised 19 graduate theses covering diverse topics from AI literacy for middle school students to technology integration challenges in schools. Her administrative leadership includes serving as Rector (2019-2023), Dean (2019-2017), and multiple departmental leadership positions. She maintains active professional memberships in Educational Sciences and Informatics associations while continuing to teach graduate courses in educational technology and project management.

• Corporate Governance
• Finance
• Risk Management
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Prof. Süleyman Gökhan GÜNAY is a Professor at Trakya University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of Business Administration. His academic journey includes a B.A. in Business Administration from Dokuz Eylül University (1994), an MBA from Murray State University (1998), an M.Sc. in Management and Organization from Dokuz Eylül University (1999), and a Ph.D. in Business Administration-Finance from Bogazici University (2007), followed by post-doctoral studies at Sorbonne University (2009). His research focuses on: Corporate governance models and financial performance Economic crisis impacts on banking, construction, and industrial sectors Venture capital networks and SME financing Behavioral finance and cross-cultural risk analysis Environmental sustainability through firm-NGO collaborations His publications demonstrate consistent focus on financial resilience during crises, corporate governance efficacy, and entrepreneurial finance, with recent work incorporating computational methods in finance education. Awards & Honors: Trakya University Academic Paper Performance Award (2009) Higher Education Council MBA Scholarship (1995-1998) Import-Export Financing Certification (1993) Advising & Projects: He has supervised four master's theses on banking, capital structures, and crisis impacts. He coordinated a Tubitak R&D project (2017) on financial risk management software and led Trakya University research projects on corporate governance in energy sectors. Affiliation: Founder of Trakya University's Risk Management and Sustainability Research Center (TURKSUM) and co-founder of Bsmart Ltd. at Trakya Technopark. Holds memberships in Global Ethics Network, Financial Risk Managers, and European Corporate Governance Institute.