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İBRAHİM ERDEM SEÇİLMİŞ is a Professor of Economics at Hacettepe University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. His research focuses on experimental economics, public goods theory, behavioral economics, and tax policy with notable contributions to understanding risk perception, social discount rates, and creative industries in Mediterranean economies. He has authored/co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and edited several academic volumes. Key research areas include: Experimental analysis of public goods provision Behavioral responses to environmental policies Comparative analysis of social discount rates in transition economies Evaluation of tax reforms through behavioral lenses Impact of cultural industries on regional development Notable publications include seminal works on Turkish presidential election policies (2025), risk aversion in public goods (2019), and Mediterranean creative industries (2016). His work frequently bridges theoretical economics with policy applications, particularly focusing on sustainability and social equity. He has presented at international conferences such as the Regional Studies Association European Conference (2014) and contributed to edited volumes on game theory applications and economic philosophy. Current research trends emphasize behavioral tax policy design and the socio-economic consequences of rising inequality.

• Experimental Economics
• Public Goods Theory
• Behavioral Economics
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Professor Tolga Akçura is a distinguished faculty member at Özyeğin University's Faculty of Business, Department of Business Administration. With over 25 years of academic experience, he has developed and taught courses on marketing strategy, marketing analytics, and marketing research at prestigious institutions including Carnegie Mellon University, Purdue University, and Long Island University. At Özyeğin University, he teaches Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communication Strategies, Innovation, Business Model Development, and Advanced Topics in Marketing for undergraduate, graduate, and executive students. Professor Akçura holds a B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from Boğaziçi University (1990), an MA in Business Administration from Boğaziçi University (1996), an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University (1998), and a Ph.D. in Quantitative Marketing from Carnegie Mellon University (2000). Before joining academia, he worked for Procter & Gamble across multiple European locations including Brussels, London, Manchester, and Istanbul. His research focuses on the intersection of Information Technology and Marketing, Brand Valuation, Consumer Learning Behavior, Structural Choice Models, Brand Equity dynamics, and Competitive Pricing Strategies. Professor Akçura has made significant contributions to marketing science through his extensive publication record in top-tier journals. His recent scholarly work demonstrates a strong trend toward digital marketing, AI applications in marketing analytics, healthcare marketing, and the strategic implications of data-driven decision making. His publications span from foundational work on brand equity to cutting-edge research on patient-generated health data and deep learning applications in campaign participation prediction. William W. Cooper Award (awarded twice for publications in Management Science and Marketing Science) Professor Akçura has successfully bridged academic research with practical business applications through his role as founder of eBrandValue A.Ş. and as a Y-Combinator alum (YCW15). He is an active member of professional organizations including the Institute for Operations Research and Management Science, American Marketing Association, and Direct Marketing Institute. His industry experience complements his academic work, providing students with valuable real-world insights into marketing strategy and implementation.

• Marketing Strategy
• Brand Valuation
• Consumer Behavior
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Meltem ŞENOL BALABAN is an Associate Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning at Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey. She holds a dual PhD in City and Regional Planning (METU, 2009) and Urban Engineering (University of Tokyo, 2012). Her academic career includes roles as Director of METU Disaster Management Implementation and Research Center (since 2018), Minor Program Coordinator, and Board Member of the Applied Ethic Research Center. She specializes in disaster risk management, urban resilience planning, GIS-based modeling for evacuation/shelter optimization, and climate change adaptation in urban contexts. Her research focuses on flood risk mitigation in riverine cities, institutional frameworks for cultural heritage protection (e.g., UNESCO sites), and earthquake resilience strategies. Notable projects include developing Turkey's provincial risk reduction guidelines, a climate change risk assessment framework (CRAFT) for cultural heritage, and international cooperation initiatives like the UK-funded CRAFT and NET projects. She has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and supervised 10+ theses. Key contributions include GIS-based evacuation models for Istanbul, comparative studies of UK/Japan/Turkey disaster policies, and post-disaster resilience assessments. Awards include JICA Scholarship (2009-2012), ProVention Research Grant (2007-2008), and multiple international recognitions for her work on urban risk reduction. Her teaching portfolio includes courses on GIS in planning, disaster management principles, and urban resilience strategies.

• Risk Management
• Urban Flood Risk Management
• GIS-based Modeling
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Tuna Kuyucu is an Associate Professor at Boğaziçi University specializing in urban sociology, sociology of law, and ethnic conflict. His research examines institutional dimensions of urban transformation, including projects like 'Why Urban Transformation Doesn't Happen' analyzing regeneration failures in Istanbul. He directs investigations into housing economy changes in industrialized Turkish cities and nationalism manifestations. His publications focus on urban governance conflicts, social movements, and legal frameworks shaping informal settlements. Recent work analyzes counterspace formation in Istanbul and neoliberal penality during Turkey's AKP period. Research consistently explores intersections of law, property rights, and state power in urban contexts.

• Urban sociology
• Sociology of law
• Economic sociology
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Prof. Dr. Menelaos Gkartzios is a distinguished academic affiliated with the Department of City and Regional Planning at Middle East Technical University , with extensive experience at institutions including Newcastle University , Izmir Institute of Technology , and University College Dublin . He has served as a Visiting Professor at Tongji University and contributes to editorial boards such as Habitat International and Journal of Rural Studies . Education: PhD in Regional & Urban Planning, University College Dublin (2008) MSc in Environmental Resource Management, University College Dublin (2003) MAgrSc in Agricultural Economics & Rural Development, Agricultural University of Athens (2002) PGCert in Advanced Studies in Academic Practice, Newcastle University (2014) Research Focus: His work bridges sustainable rural development , urban-rural dynamics , and the cultural dimensions of place-making . Key themes include counterurbanisation , rural mobilities , and artistic practice in planning . Publication Trends: Recent articles and books examine climate-driven migration , community co-creation , and rural housing paradoxes . His scholarship spans interdisciplinary frameworks, merging rural sociology , geography , and planning theory . Leadership Roles: He co-leads the AESOP Thematic Group on Rural Planning and contributes to global planning discourse through edited volumes like The Routledge Companion to Rural Planning .

• Sustainable Rural Development
• Urban-Rural Relationships
• Mobilities and Social Change
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Prof. Dr. Hakkı Polat Gülkan is a Professor at Başkent University's Civil Engineering Department. With a PhD (1971) and Master's (1968) from the University of Illinois in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor's (1966) from METU, his career spans over five decades in earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and disaster management. PhD: University of Illinois, Civil Engineering (1971) Master's: University of Illinois, Civil Engineering (1968) Bachelor's: Middle East Technical University, Civil Engineering (1966) His research focuses on seismic risk assessment, structural behavior under extreme loads, and disaster mitigation strategies. Key contributions include earthquake simulator development, ground motion analysis, and retrofitting techniques for masonry and reinforced concrete structures. He has published extensively on deformation limits, response spectra, and historical building preservation. Recent work includes 15+ articles from 2024-2012 analyzing Istanbul's seismic hazards, Marmara region dynamics, and post-earthquake structural integrity. Conference papers address Turkey's endemic building vulnerabilities and deformation thresholds for seismic isolation systems. Scientific Achievements: Elected to U.S. National Academy of Engineering (2023) As an active journal reviewer for 13+ publications (2023-2024), he contributes to advancing earthquake engineering discourse. His teaching portfolio includes advanced structural analysis, concrete mechanics, and seismic design courses.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Seismic Risk Assessment
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Prof. Müge AKKAR ERCAN is a Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning at Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara. She holds a PhD in Urban Design from the University of Newcastle, UK, alongside B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in City and Regional Planning from METU. Her academic roles include teaching courses on urban design studios, planning strategies, and thesis supervision. She specializes in urban design, public space analysis, urban regeneration, and sustainable community development with a focus on historic neighborhoods in Turkey and post-industrial cities. **Education:** B.Sc., City and Regional Planning (METU, 1994) M.Sc., Urban Policy Planning and Local Governments (METU, 1997) Ph.D., Urban Design (University of Newcastle, 2003) **Research Interests:** Her work investigates evolving roles of public spaces in post-industrial cities, challenges in balancing community needs with conservation policies, and sustainable urban regeneration strategies. Notable projects include studies on Ankara’s Gençlik Park, Istanbul’s historic neighborhoods, and walkability models for urban revitalization. She contributes to international journals like Journal of Urban Design and Urban Design International , and co-edits books on heritage valuation and urban planning discourses. **Recent Research Trends:** Her publications (2010–2020) emphasize spatial inclusivity in public spaces, heritage-led regeneration, and micro-scale urban interventions. Recent work explores place-making roles in China’s heritage contexts and EU-funded projects on underground cultural heritage and middle-class housing. **Grants & Projects:** Currently involved in EU-funded projects CA18110 (underground heritage valorization) and CA18137 (European middle-class housing analysis). Her work bridges academic research with policy implementation in Turkey and globally. **Labs/Teams:** Leads METU’s urban design research through her department’s studios and collaborates internationally on heritage conservation and urban dynamics initiatives.

• Urban Design
• Public Space
• Urban Regeneration
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Prof. Fatih Terzi is a faculty member in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Architecture. His research focuses on sustainable urban development, resilience, ecology, GIS applications, and smart cities. He has held visiting researcher positions at Clemson University (USA), University College London, and Technical University Berlin. He has led projects supported by EU, TÜBİTAK, and others, addressing ecological planning, risk reduction, and urban regeneration. His work bridges academic research with practical urban planning, including projects with municipalities and the Ministry of Environment. He has received multiple awards for research and design, including the Best Paper Award (2025) and TÜBİTAK recognitions. Education: PhD in Urban and Regional Planning from Istanbul Technical University (2010), MSc in Urban Planning (2004), BSc in Urban and Regional Planning from Yıldız Technical University (2000). Research interests include spatial strategic planning, ecological cities, and climate-sensitive urban design. He uses urban modeling and GIS to address sustainability challenges. His recent projects include Istanbul's flood risk analysis, green space strategies, and sustainable city planning in Kayseri and Malatya. Notable awards include the 2024 TÜBİTAK award for urban resilience projects and the 2023 Istanbul Technical University Academic Performance Award. He has also been recognized for design competitions, including the İzmir Ecological Living Area Project (2021) and the 2017 Balkan Architectural Biennale Urbanism Grand Prix. Prof. Terzi holds administrative roles at Istanbul Technical University, including Merkez Danışma Kurulu Üyeliği (2023–present). He oversees academic projects on urban resilience, smart cities, and ecological planning, contributing to both national and international initiatives.

• Sustainable Urban Planning
• Urban Resilience
• Ecology and Energy
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Duygu SALMAN ÖZTÜRK is an Assistant Professor at Boğazici University's Department of Tourism Administration. She holds a Ph.D. in Organization Studies from Bilgi University (2014), an M.A. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from City University of New York (2003), and a B.A. in Tourism Administration from Boğazici University (2000). Her research focuses on diversity management, socio-cultural impacts of tourism, equality in the tourism industry, organizational culture, and emotional labor. Ph.D., Organization Studies, Bilgi University (2014) M.A., Industrial/Organizational Psychology, City University of New York (2003) B.A., Tourism Administration, Boğazici University (2000) Her research spans organizational psychology and tourism studies, examining intersections between gender, labor dynamics, cultural heritage, and sustainable development. She has led projects on implicit bias, human factors in cybersecurity, and diversity management frameworks. Her 2024 article on gender and gig economy tourism labor highlights contemporary trends in precarious work environments. Scientific awards include the Best Doctoral Paper Award (2008). She has supervised PhD student Serra Yağış and collaborated with scholars like Prof. Dr. Burak Güçlü and Prof. Dr. Bengi Ertuna. Her teaching portfolio includes undergraduate and graduate courses such as Diversity Management, Organizational Behavior, and Qualitative Research.

• Diversity Management
• Socio-cultural Impacts of Tourism
• Equality and Discrimination in the Tourism Industry
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Başar Öztayşi is a Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering , Istanbul Technical University , with expertise in fuzzy logic, multi-criteria decision making, and decision science. He has held administrative roles including Associate Professor (2017–present), Deputy Director of the Institute (2016–2017), and Assistant Professor (2013–2017). Fields of Study : Fuzzy Logic, Multi-criteria Decision Making, Decision Science Contact : oztaysib@itu.edu.tr , +90 212 293 1300 Research Interests focus on applying fuzzy set theory to complex decision problems, including financial management, risk assessment, and smart city energy systems. His work extends to industry 4.0 applications and process mining in e-commerce. Recent Publications (2024) analyze fuzzy approaches in financial management, risk assessment, and Industry 4.0, with subfields spanning bibliometric trends, allocation optimization, and sustainable energy planning. Earlier works explore AHP matrix consistency, file distribution models, and customer segmentation. Awards : Best Paper Award, FLINS 2018 Science - Art Awards

• Fuzzy Logic
• Multi-criteria Decision Making
• Decision Science
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Professor Atilla Ansal is a distinguished academic in Civil Engineering at Özyeğin University's School of Engineering, where he has served as a full-time professor since March 2012 and previously as the Founding Chair of the Civil Engineering Department from 2012-2019. With an extensive career spanning over five decades, Professor Ansal has held prominent positions at Istanbul Technical University, Bogaziçi University's Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute, and has served as a visiting professor at numerous international institutions including Northwestern University, University of California, and Tokyo University. Northwestern University, 1978 (Doctorate) Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, 1969 (Master's) Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, 1969 (Bachelor's) Professor Ansal's research focuses on Earthquake Geotechnical Engineering, Soil Dynamics, Seismic Hazard Analysis, Landslide hazard analysis, Seismic Microzonation, and Laboratory and In-Situ Testing of Soil Properties. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of soil behavior under seismic loading, site response analysis, and seismic microzonation methodologies. His research has direct applications in urban planning, earthquake risk mitigation, and performance-based seismic design. Professor Ansal has pioneered approaches to site-specific earthquake characterization and developed methodologies for seismic microzonation that have been implemented in numerous Turkish cities and adopted internationally. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to earthquake engineering, with recent work focusing on probabilistic seismic microzonation, 2D basin effects, site-specific response analysis, and performance-based design approaches. His research shows a clear evolution from fundamental soil behavior studies to practical applications in urban risk assessment and mitigation. 7th Prof.N.Ambraseys Lecturer (2024), European Association for Earthquake Engineering 15th Nonveiller Lecturer (2017), Croatian Geotechnical Society Third Prof.Dr. Rıfat Yarar Lecturer (2015), Turkish Civil Engineers Association Third Ord.Prof.Dr. Hamdi Peynircioglu Lecturer (1988) Professor Ansal has advised 15 PhD students and 27 Master's students, shaping the next generation of earthquake engineers. His leadership extends to editorial roles as Editor-in-Chief of the Springer journal 'Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering' since 2002 and Editor-in-Chief for the Springer book series on 'Geotechnical, Geological and Earthquake Engineering'. He served as Secretary General (1994-2014), President (2014-2018), and Vice President (2018-2022) of the European Association for Earthquake Engineering, significantly influencing the field internationally. His work has been supported by numerous grants from Turkish government agencies, international organizations including UNESCO, and collaborative research projects across Europe. Professor Ansal has been instrumental in establishing geotechnical monitoring systems in Istanbul, including vertical arrays for site response analysis. His leadership in the 'Earthquake Master Plan for Istanbul' and 'Seismic Microzonation for Municipalities' projects has created critical infrastructure for earthquake risk management in Turkey's most populous city. His work with GeoIst, Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Consultancy Inc. has translated academic research into practical engineering solutions for seismic risk mitigation.

• Earthquake Geotechnical Engineering
• Soil Dynamics
• Seismic Hazard Analysis
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Berrak Burçak Della Fave is an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at Bilkent University. She holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Studies from Princeton University (2005) and specializes in the history of Ottoman-Turkish modernization and the political history of modern Turkey. Education : Ph.D., Near Eastern Studies, Princeton University, 2005 Her research intersects Ottoman history , gender studies , and science-society relations . Key themes include: Fashion and health as expressions of identity (e.g., ‘The question of the corset’ in late Ottoman history) Hygienic beauty standards in the Hamidian era Diplomatic history through the lens of the Ottoman embassy institution Urban symbolism in Ankara's political development Recent publications (2022–2023) explore global intellectual histories , including critiques of Orientalism at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. She contributes to journals like British Journal of Middle Eastern Studies and Middle Eastern Studies .

• Ottoman History
• Modern Turkish Political History
• Modernization Studies
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İsmail Eren Kürkçüoğlu is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Faculty of Architecture, Istanbul Technical University. With a PhD in Urban and Regional Planning (2009) and a Master's in Urban Space Organization and Design (2006), his academic career spans over 15 years at ITU, including roles as Doctor Lecturer (2018–present), Web Commission Member (2018–2021), and Deputy Head of Department (2020–2022). He also served as Visiting Researcher at the University of Georgia's College of Environment and Design (2014–2015). Educational Background: PhD in Urban and Regional Planning (2009), Istanbul Technical University Master's in Urban Space Organization and Design (2006), Yıldız Technical University Bachelor's in Architecture (2003–2008) and Urban and Regional Planning (2001–2005), Yıldız Technical University Research Focus: Specializing in urban morphology and design, his work examines spatial psychology, pedestrian-environment interactions, and the role of water elements in urban perception. Key projects include analyzing İstiklal Street's micromovement patterns, assessing Balat's safety perception, and exploring Istanbul's historical city walls. Scientific Contributions: His research spans five peer-reviewed publications, including three 2025 articles on Istanbul's urban spaces and a 2020 study on square perception. These works integrate socio-spatial analysis, behavioral studies, and sensory urbanism. Awards: 5th Honorable Mention (2009) in Denizli Government Office Architectural Project Competition Purchase Award (2008) for Sarıkamış Operation Memorial Areas Idea Competition Professional Affiliations: He contributes to academic governance as a member of the Double Major and Minor Program Committee (2018–2021) and coordinates design workshops at ITU.

• Urban Morphology
• Urban Design
• Urban History
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Bayram Coşkun is a full Professor at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University's Faculty of Economics And Administrative Sciences, Department of Public Administration. He has been teaching since 1986 and holds a doctorate from Ankara University (2003). His career spans over 30 years in academic research, education, and administration. Bachelor's: Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Business Administration (1986) Master's: Dokuz Eylül University, Institute of Social Sciences, Public Administration (1995) Doctorate: Ankara University, Institute of Social Sciences, Management Sciences (2003) Coşkun's research focuses on strategic public management , digital transformation in governance , local administration reforms , environmental policy , and cultural heritage preservation . His work analyzes institutional changes, administrative ethics, and policy impacts across Turkish municipalities, with comparative studies on European systems. His recent publications examine artificial intelligence applications in education , presidential government reforms , and sustainability in municipal planning . He has contributed to 15+ journal articles and 10+ book chapters on these themes. Örsan Öymen 3rd Prize (2001) Mention Award for Total Quality Management in Local Administrations (1998) Coşkun has supervised 13+ graduate theses and participated in TÜBİTAK projects on digital maturity in municipalities. His editorial roles include journal editorships for Ombudsman Akademik and Elektronik Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi .

• Public Administration
• Strategic Planning
• Local Governance
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Dr. Lecturer Serkan Köksal is affiliated with the Department of Geography at Bingöl University, where he has held his current position since 2023. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree from Istanbul University (2007), a Master's from Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2012), and a PhD from Balıkesir University (2019). He previously served as a Research Assistant at Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University (2010–2012), Bingöl University (2012–2023), and Balıkesir University (2013–2017). His research focuses on cultural geography, toponymy, and geotourism, with notable contributions analyzing place names in Kayseri and environmental issues in recreation areas. He has also explored historical shifts in place names and their cultural implications. Köksal has actively participated in academic symposiums, presenting papers on topics ranging from Carl Ritter's geographical paradigms to the marketing of place names. He teaches courses including Industrial Geography, Land Use and Planning, and Energy Resources. His English proficiency is rated at 76.25. While no formal awards are listed, his work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to geography and cultural studies.

• Cultural Geography
• Toponymy
• Geotourism
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