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• Distributed Database Design
• Query Optimization
• Evolutionary Algorithms
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Prof. Ahmet Cosar is a faculty member in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Minnesota (1996), an MS in Computer Engineering from Bilkent University (1988), and a BS in Computer Engineering from METU (1986). His research focuses on distributed database design, query optimization, evolutionary algorithms, computer networks, and cloud computing. He leads the Intelligent Data Analysis Group (IDAG) and teaches courses such as CENG 240, CMPE 275, and CENG 280. Education: PhD, Computer Science, University of Minnesota, 1996 MS, Computer Engineering, Bilkent University, 1988 BS, Computer Engineering, METU, 1986 Research Interests: Query optimization in distributed databases Evolutionary algorithms (e.g., genetic algorithms, particle swarm optimization) Cloud computing and data warehouse design Machine learning applications in cybersecurity Wireless sensor networks and data fusion Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Computers & Industrial Engineering and Neurocomputing , focusing on optimization algorithms, cloud resource allocation, and machine learning techniques. Recent work includes island-parallel metaheuristics for graph coloring and reinforcement learning for adaptive interventions. Advising & Grants: Supervised over 30 graduate students (PhD and MS) in areas like evolutionary algorithms, cloud databases, and sensor networks. Active in research grants related to distributed systems and big data. Labs/Teams: Leads the Intelligent Data Analysis Group (IDAG), collaborating on projects in optimization, machine learning, and cloud computing.

• GPU Computing
• Parallel Processing
• Computer Architecture
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Ayşe Yılmazer Metin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Computer and Informatics. Her research focuses on computer architecture, GPU computing, and hardware security, with significant contributions to parallel processing systems and cryptographic implementations. Her educational background includes: PhD from Northeastern University (2010-2013) Degree from University of Rhode Island (2004-2007) Licence from Hacettepe University, Department of Computer Engineering (1991-1998) Dr. Yılmazer Metin's research interests center around GPU architecture and parallel computing systems. Her work addresses critical challenges in synchronization mechanisms for multi-GPU systems, power and energy measurement of embedded GPUs, and efficient implementations of cryptographic algorithms on specialized hardware. She has developed novel approaches to scope promotion in GPU environments, which significantly reduce communication overhead in multiprocessor systems. Her recent work has expanded into healthcare applications, developing privacy-preserving systems for real-time ECG monitoring and exploring homomorphic encryption techniques for secure computation. Her publication record shows a clear trajectory from fundamental GPU architecture research toward security applications and healthcare technology. Early work focused on GPU synchronization and memory management, while more recent publications demonstrate applications in secure medical systems and homomorphic encryption. This evolution reflects a strategic expansion of her core expertise in computer architecture into security-critical domains where hardware-level optimizations can provide significant advantages. Dr. Yılmazer Metin has served as Principal Investigator on multiple research projects: "Time-Critical Job Management in Multi-CPU + Multi-GPU Distributed Heterogeneous Systems" (2018-2019) "A Single-Processor GPU Architecture for More Efficient Graph Algorithms" (2018-2021) "Programmable Synchronization Architecture" (2018-2022) Her laboratory work focuses on GPU architecture and hardware security, with particular emphasis on developing efficient implementations of cryptographic algorithms on GPU platforms and optimizing graph neural network inference on heterogeneous computing systems.

Husnu YenigunView profile

Professor

• Automata Theory
• Concurrency Theory
• Formal Methods
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Husnu Yenigun is a Professor at Sabanci University's Computer Science and Engineering Program , Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences (Istanbul, Turkey). He earned his BSc, MSc, and PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Middle East Technical University (Ankara) in 1992, 1995, and 2000 respectively. His professional career includes roles at TUBITAK (1992-1997), Bell Laboratories (1997-1998), and as a consultant at Bell Labs (1999-2000). Research interests: Dr. Yenigun specializes in automata and concurrency theory, formal methods, software quality assurance, model checking, and complexity relief techniques for software verification. His work bridges theoretical automata analysis with practical testing frameworks. Key publication trends: His recent work spans automata synchronization (2018-2021), matrix optimization (2017-2018), and adaptive testing sequences (2016-2018), with applications in Wireless positioning systems Finite state machine verification Parallel computing Formal method implementations Professional activities: He serves on technical program committees for major conferences like MODELSWARD, QRS, and ICTSS (2016-2025). He chaired the programming committee for ICTSS 2013 and 2017, and co-chaired UYMS 2018. He also acted as guest editor for the International Journal on Software Tools for Technology Transfer (2016). Contact: yenigun@sabanciuniv.edu | Office: FENS 2054, Sabanci University

Haluk TopcuogluView profile

Professor

• Multicore Architectures
• Parallel Algorithm Design
• Fault Tolerant Computing
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Haluk Topcuoglu is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Marmara University's Faculty of Engineering. He holds a PhD from Syracuse University (1999) and has been at Marmara University since 1999, progressing through roles as Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor. His research focuses on multicore architectures, parallel algorithms, fault tolerance, dynamic optimization, and hybrid evolutionary algorithms. He has led multiple funded projects, including TUBITAK initiatives on reliability optimization and sensor placement. Education: PhD in Computer Science (Syracuse University, 1999), MSc and BSc in Computer Engineering (Boğaziçi University, 1993 and 1991). Research Interests: Task scheduling for multicore systems, reliability-aware computing, dynamic optimization, and applications of evolutionary algorithms in cloud/fog computing. His work emphasizes balancing performance, energy efficiency, and fault tolerance in parallel systems. Awards include the 2008 IBM Faculty Award, 2010 IEEE ISDA Best Paper Award, and Marmara University's 2012 Publication Impact Award. He has supervised 4 PhD and 19 MSc theses, with ongoing research in machine learning-assisted metaheuristics and dynamic monitor selection. Editorial roles include Cluster Computing Journal (SCI-Expanded) and Journal of Aeronautics and Space Technologies. He teaches courses on evolutionary computing, multicore computing, and parallel processing. Current projects include cross-layer reliability frameworks and scheduling algorithms for fog computing, reflecting his focus on industry-relevant computational challenges.

• Computer Architecture
• Multi-core Systems
• Fault-Tolerant Computing
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Dr. Işıl Öz is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering Department at Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH). She holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Marmara University and a Ph.D. from Boğaziçi University. Before joining IZTECH in 2018, she worked as a postdoctoral researcher and ERCIM/Marie Curie Fellow at the Swedish Institute of Computer Science (SICS). Her research focuses on computer architecture, performance optimization, and reliability of multi-core systems, with a strong emphasis on fault-tolerant computing and GPGPU applications. Key projects include the TÜBİTAK-funded FTGPGPU initiative analyzing hardware fault tolerance for GPU applications. She teaches courses such as Operating Systems, Advanced Computer Architecture, and Parallel Programming Patterns. Her work spans machine learning-based vulnerability prediction, compiler design for reliable execution, and approximation techniques for efficient parallel computing. Publications appear in venues like ACM Computing Surveys, The Journal of Supercomputing, and International Journal of Parallel Programming. Awards: ERCIM/Marie Curie Fellowship Labs/Teams: Parsiyte Research Group (focused on parallel and distributed systems) Grants: TÜBİTAK ARDEB 3501 (FTGPGPU project)

Serap ŞahinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Information Systems Security
• Cryptology
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Serap Şahin is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering Department at Izmir Institute of Technology. She holds a B.S. (1987), M.Sc. (1989), and Ph.D. (2006) in Computer Engineering from Ege University. Her academic career began in 2002 after working at Arkas Holding as an Information Systems Coordinator, where she managed transportation and logistics systems. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the European Commission’s Joint Research Center (2010) focusing on Next Generation Network Security, supported by TUBITAK. Her research interests span cybersecurity, information systems security, cryptology, and cloud computing security. Notable contributions include studies on social network privacy, blockchain applications, forensic data analysis, and homomorphic encryption systems like EDU-VOTING. She has published widely in journals such as the International Journal of Information Security Science and Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences. Key achievements include a TUBITAK Postdoctoral Fellowship (2010) and leadership in projects like “Homomorphic Cryptosystem Based Electronic Election System Solution” funded by BAP. Her work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical applications in secure communication, data privacy, and network security.

Bilgin AVENOĞLUView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Software Engineering
• Cloud Computing
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Dr. Bilgin AVENOĞLU is an Associate Professor at Ankara Üniversitesi's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Software Engineering (since 2022). Previously, he held full-time positions at TED Üniversitesi in similar roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Systems from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (2014), an MSc in Computer and Instructional Technology Education (2005), and a BSc in Computer Education (2001). Research Interests: Artificial Intelligence applications in pervasive computing Middleware systems and cloud-based frameworks Optimization algorithms for multi-dimensional problems Context-aware and workflow-based systems Recent Research Trends: Focuses on integrating physiological data with human-machine interfaces, developing robust optimization methods, and middleware solutions for multi-modal interactions. His work bridges software engineering with ambient intelligence and cloud computing. Awards: No awards explicitly listed, but active in TÜBİTAK-funded projects. Grants & Projects: Led a 2018-2022 TÜBİTAK/TÜBA project on physiological data infrastructure for human-machine applications. Collaborates with institutions like Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi and İnönü Üniversitesi. Labs/Teams: No dedicated lab mentioned, but active in cross-institutional research collaborations.

Emrah DönmezView profile

Associate Professor

• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
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Emrah Dönmez is an Associate Professor at the Software Engineering Department of Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. He previously held academic roles at institutions like Malatya Turgut Özal University and Inönü University. His research focuses on robotics, AI applications in logistics, cybersecurity, and medical imaging. He has led projects on autonomous robots, smart logistics, and cybersecurity systems. Education: PhD and research assistantships at Istanbul Technical University and Bingöl University. His academic contributions include co-authoring a book on accounting standards and publishing extensively in IEEE journals and conferences. He teaches courses on artificial intelligence, robotics, and logistics systems. Research highlights include developing vision-based mobile robot control systems, deep learning models for medical diagnostics, and cybersecurity frameworks. He has led over 10 projects, including smart pathology lab systems and autonomous robot navigation. Grants: TÜBİTAK-funded projects on multi-robot control and smart logistics infrastructure. Labs: Robotics and Computer Engineering labs at Bandırma University. Advising: Supervised master's theses on plant disease classification and robotics.

Hafit YüncüView profile

Professor

• Heat Transfer
• Thermodynamics
• Heat Exchangers
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Professor Hafit Yüncü is affiliated with Middle East Technical University (METU) in Ankara, Turkey. He holds a B.Sc. (1969), M.Sc. (1971), and Ph.D. (1975) from METU. His research focuses on Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics, with emphases on heat exchangers, thermal management systems, two-phase flow dynamics, and thermal contact conductance. His work spans experimental, theoretical, and computational studies in energy systems and aerospace thermal applications. Education: B.Sc., Middle East Technical University, 1969 M.Sc., Middle East Technical University, 1971 Ph.D., Middle East Technical University, 1975 Research Interests: Professor Yüncü’s research explores optimizing thermal systems for energy efficiency, including heat exchanger design, electronic cooling, solar energy utilization, and thermal reliability under extreme conditions. His studies often integrate fluid dynamics and material science principles to address challenges in aerospace and industrial thermal management. Publications: His work spans over 50 articles since 1974, addressing topics like turbulent convection in electronics cooling, thermal contact resistance modeling, and two-phase flow instabilities. Recent studies focus on solar energy applications and thermal systems for supersonic environments. Affiliations: Based at METU’s Ankara campus, his contact details include office B-309 and email hafit@metu.edu.tr .

Selim TemizerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Autonomous Systems
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Selim Temizer is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Nazarbayev University's School of Engineering and Digital Sciences (SEDS). Previously, he worked at Middle East Technical University (METU) for seven years before joining Nazarbayev University in August 2019. He holds a PhD and MS in Computer Science from MIT (2011 and 2001), and a BS in Computer Engineering from METU (1999, summa cum laude). His research focuses on artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous systems, and dynamic collision avoidance for unmanned vehicles. Recent interests include machine learning applications in agriculture and algorithmic trading. He has developed simulation systems, navigation models, and contributed to POMDP-based collision avoidance frameworks for UAVs. Key projects include work on MIT's CSAIL (formerly AI Lab) under Professors Leslie Pack Kaelbling and Tomás Lozano-Pérez. Notable publications address collision avoidance algorithms for aircraft and POMDP applications in autonomous systems. He is also a software developer with expertise in parallel rendering, meta-language design, and embedded systems. His academic journey includes pioneering roles among Turkish students admitted to MIT's EECS program and being one of few Turkish MIT CS PhD holders. He teaches courses like Algorithmic Trading and maintains a portfolio of hobby projects in network topology design and graphics systems.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Fluid Mechanics
• Biomedical Engineering
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Prof. Cuneyt Sert is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Middle East Technical University (METU), where he teaches courses such as Fluid Mechanics, Numerical Methods, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). His academic rank is Professor, reflecting his extensive contributions to research and education. He actively supervises graduate students, including PhD candidate Burcu Ramazanlı, whose work on abdominal aortic aneurysm hemodynamics led to a 2024 publication in the Journal of Thermal Science and Technology. Prof. Sert's research focuses on CFD, fluid dynamics, and biomedical applications. His studies on hemodynamics, turbulence, and material response in aerospace systems have produced influential papers since 2000. He is known for developing innovative numerical methods, such as adaptive discontinuous Galerkin techniques and CUDA-based parallel CFD solvers. His work bridges engineering education and industry, with projects on cryocooler optimization, metro aerodynamics, and grid fin aerodynamics. In teaching, Prof. Sert is praised for his student-centered approach, detailed lecture notes, and rigorous assignments. He emphasizes practical skills like MATLAB and C programming, though some students note concerns about workload and attendance policies. His courses, such as ME 310 (Numerical Methods) and ME 485 (CFD), are recognized for their rigor and real-world relevance. Prof. Sert’s contributions extend to interdisciplinary collaborations, including biomedical acoustics and material science. He has pioneered GPU-accelerated CFD tools and contributed to the design of microchannel heat exchangers. Despite no explicit awards listed, his peer reviews highlight his dedication to fostering critical thinking and problem-solving in students, earning him recognition as one of METU’s most respected educators.

ATİLLA ERGÜZENView profile

Associate Professor

• Algorithms
• Distributed File Systems
• Parallel Programming
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Atilla Ergüzen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Kırıkkale University. He holds the title of Professor Doctor and currently serves as Head of the Department of Computer Engineering. His academic journey began in 1993 at Kırıkkale Vocational School, where he started as a lecturer. Education: B.Sc. in Computer Engineering from Middle East Technical University (1993), M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Kırıkkale University Professional Roles: Lecturer (1993–), Assistant Professor (2012–), Associate Professor (2019–), Deputy Director of Kırıkkale University Distance Education Center (2012–2024) His research focuses on algorithms , distributed file systems , parallel programming , and software engineering . He has led the development of over 50 medium/large-scale software projects for public and private institutions, including the Distance Education System that enabled Kırıkkale University to rapidly transition to online education during the pandemic. He has held leadership roles in academic administration and software innovation.

Hasan SözerView profile

Professor

• Software Engineering
• Software Architecture Design
• Software Fault Tolerance
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Hasan Sözer is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science , Ozyegin University , where he has worked since 2011. His research focuses on software engineering , particularly in software architecture recovery , fault tolerance , and distributed systems . Education: B.Sc. in Computer Engineering , Bilkent University (2002) M.Sc. in Computer Engineering , Bilkent University (2004) Ph.D. in Computer Science , University of Twente (2009) Research Interests include software architecture design , test automation , and self-adaptive systems . His work often combines genetic algorithms and heuristics for architecture recovery, with applications in blockchain security and embedded systems . Scientific Projects funded by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey include topics like automated web application testing , blockchain-based security solutions , and serverless function deployment . He collaborates with industry partners such as Turkcell Technology , Vestel , and Fibabanka . Students under his supervision include Hüseyin Yapıcı , who defended a thesis on evolutionary coupling metrics . He leads the Ozyegin University Software Research Lab (SRL) , which focuses on modular architecture recovery and test model refinement .

ATIL KURTView profile

Assistant Professor

• Optimization
• Heuristic Algorithms
• Production Planning and Scheduling
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Atıl Kurt is an Assistant Professor at Alanya Aladdin Keykubat University's Rafet Kayış Faculty of Engineering, Department of Industrial Engineering. He has held academic positions at Turkish Aeronautical Association University, Ted University, Universiteit Twente, and Çankaya University between 2009 and 2021. Education: Doctorate in Industrial Engineering from Middle East Technical University (2018) Master's in Industrial Engineering from Çankaya University (2012) Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering from Çankaya University (2003) His research focuses on optimization , heuristic algorithms , and operations research , with applications in production planning, scheduling, supply chain management, and service systems. He has contributed to studies involving blood distribution systems and parallel machine scheduling. Atıl Kurt has served as Deputy Head of Department and taught courses in Industrial Engineering. While no specific publications or awards are listed in the provided text, his academic trajectory reflects expertise in mathematical modeling and industrial systems management.

Kayhan AYARView profile

Assistant Professor

• Virtual Reality
• Information Security and Cryptology
• 3D Computer Graphics
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Kayhan AYAR is an Assistant Professor at Sakarya University's Faculty of Computer and Information Sciences, Department of Computer Engineering. His expertise spans Virtual Reality, Information Security, Cryptology, and 3D Computer Graphics, with a focus on simulation-based educational technologies and haptic interaction systems. Doctorate: 2010–2020, Sakarya University (Thesis: 3D Image of MIG-MAG Welding Seam using Voxified Paraboloid) Master's: 2008–2010, Sakarya University (Thesis: DirectX-based 3D Game Engine Design) Bachelor's: 2000–2007, Sakarya University His research explores virtual welding simulators, voxelization techniques, and real-time haptic applications. Key publications include 15 recent articles (2010–2024) on topics like 3D modeling, neural networks in welding training, and VR-based security applications for energy infrastructure. He has contributed to international conferences and journals such as the Turkish Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences and Journal of Materials Education . His work includes a 2014 patent for a virtual welding simulator and participation in TÜBİTAK-funded projects. Teaching responsibilities include courses in Game Programming, Data Structures, Computer Graphics, and Parallel/Distributed Systems, alongside advising graduation projects and specialization areas.