Erencan YAVRUCU is a Researcher at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences of Turkish-German University, specializing in quantitative decision methods. He holds a PhD from Turkish-German University (2022) and an MA in Production Management from Hacettepe University (2019). His academic career includes research assistantships since 2020. Research focuses on operations research, optimization, and logistics systems , particularly in sustainable supply chains and dynamic network design. He has contributed to projects like the Development of new quantitative approaches for urban dynamic logistics problems (2022-present), funded by the Turkish-German University. Publications emphasize innovative solutions for inventory routing, renewable energy impacts, and financial sustainability. Collaborates with institutions like the Digital Transformation Excellence Center at Turkish-German University. Active in publishing book chapters on pandemic-era financial strategies and multi-criteria decision analysis.
Prof. Dr. Özgür ÖZPEYNİRCİ is a faculty member at İzmir Ekonomi Üniversitesi's İşletme Fakültesi, leading the Lojistik Yönetimi department since 2015. He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering from Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi (2008). His research focuses on multi-objective decision making, combinatorial optimization, and logistics system design. He has authored influential papers in journals like Management Science and European Journal of Operational Research , with notable contributions to pharmacy duty scheduling and shipment consolidation problems. Prof. ÖZPEYNİRCİ has received the MCDM Doctoral Dissertation Award (2011) and serves on editorial boards such as the İzmir Review of Social Sciences. He has advised over 10 PhD and master's students, and his current projects include multi-modal logistics optimization and inverse multi-criteria sorting algorithms. His academic career includes roles as Department Chair and Deputy Dean, alongside leadership in national research projects funded by TÜBİTAK. Teaching responsibilities span logistics planning, optimization, and supply chain management, with courses like LOG 301 Lojistik Planlama ve Modelleme I . His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in healthcare, emergency response, and international logistics.
Gözde Yazgı Tütüncü is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at İzmir University of Economics, where she has served as faculty since 2010. She earned her PhD in Operations Research and Statistics from Coventry University (UK) in 2006, following MSc degrees in Statistics (Ankara University, 2001) and Industrial Engineering (Başkent University, 2003). She previously held Assistant Professor positions at İzmir University of Economics (2006-2008) and IESEG School of Management, Lille Catholic University (France, 2008-2010). PhD: Operations Research & Statistics, Coventry University (2006) MSc: Statistics, Ankara University (2001) MSc: Industrial Engineering, Başkent University (2003) BSc: Statistics, Ankara University (1999) Her research spans Operations Research, Applied Probability, and System Optimization with emphasis on Reliability Engineering, Fuzzy Logic applications, Healthcare System Optimization, and Heuristic Algorithms for decision-making. She has developed innovative approaches in inventory control under fuzzy costs, vehicle routing optimization, and reliability analysis of complex systems. Her work bridges theoretical mathematics with practical applications in logistics, healthcare, and bioinformatics. Recent publications demonstrate evolving expertise from classical Operations Research (2008-2012) toward interdisciplinary applications in bioinformatics (RNA-Seq analysis since 2019) and advanced fuzzy mathematics (2024). Key publication venues include European Journal of Operational Research, OMEGA, and International Journal of Production Economics, with growing emphasis on computational methods for high-dimensional data. Her scholarly contributions appear in leading journals including: European Journal of Operational Research International Journal of Production Economics OMEGA: International Journal of Management Science Bioinformatics journals for genomic applications Professor Tütüncü has established collaborative research networks across Turkey, France, and international institutions, with significant contributions to reliability theory, fuzzy optimization, and vehicle routing algorithms. Her current work focuses on integrating machine learning with traditional Operations Research methods for complex system optimization.
Professor Eren Ozceylan is a faculty member at Gaziantep University, Faculty of Engineering, Industrial Engineering Department . He holds a PhD in Computer Engineering from Selcuk University (2013), an MSc in Industrial Engineering (2010), and a BSc in Industrial Engineering (2007). His research focuses span Supply Chain Management , Logistics and Transportation , Modeling and Optimization , and Humanitarian Logistics , with a strong emphasis on GIS-based spatial analysis , Fuzzy Logic , and Industry 4.0 technologies. Education: PhD (2013) in Computer Engineering, Selcuk University MSc (2010) in Industrial Engineering, Selcuk University BSc (2007) in Industrial Engineering, Selcuk University His work integrates Multicriteria Decision Analysis (MCDM) with Mathematical Programming , addressing challenges in Sustainable Supply Chains , Refugee Camp Location Planning , and Smart Manufacturing . Recent publications highlight applications of Blockchain for supplier selection, AI-assisted translation in logistics, and Drone-based inventory management . He has authored 25 book chapters and 125 peer-reviewed journal articles, often collaborating with researchers like Ibrahim Mirac Eliguzel, Suleyman Mete, and Cihan Cetinkaya. Scientific contributions include pioneering studies on Disassembly Line Balancing for end-of-life products, GIS-based Maximum Coverage Models for humanitarian depots, and Fuzzy AHP-WASPAS frameworks for electric vehicle charging stations. His work appears in high-impact journals such as Expert Systems with Applications , IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management , and Journal of Cleaner Production , with a focus on Q1/Q2 quartile journals and SCI/SSCI indexing . Professor Ozceylan's methodological toolkit includes Hybrid Metaheuristics (e.g., Discrete Crow Search, Beam Search), Entropy Weighting , and Spherical Fuzzy Sets . He has presented at 218 international/national conferences, addressing topics like Autonomous Systems , ERP Integration for Industry 4.0 , and AI in Last-Mile Delivery . His research bridges theoretical innovation with real-world applications in sectors ranging from Textiles to Public Transportation in Turkey-Syria border regions.
Prof. Dr. Dilek Tüzün Aksu is a faculty member at Yeditepe University's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Industrial Engineering. She has held various academic positions including Professor (2021-present), Associate Professor (2015-2021), and Assistant Professor (2006-2015). Her career spans institutions like Sabancı University and Lehigh University, with administrative roles as Department Head and Institute Deputy Director. Current role: Professor at Yeditepe University Research focus: Operations Research, Logistics, Optimization Industry collaborations: United Airlines, Obase Bilgisayar Education B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering, Boğaziçi University (1988-1992) Integrated Ph.D., Lehigh University (1993-1998) Research Interests center around Operations Research and Optimization , particularly in disaster response and logistics. Her work includes metaheuristics for post-disaster road clearance , dynamic programming for manufacturing optimization , and network modeling for transportation logistics . She combines mathematical programming with real-time decision systems in applications ranging from glass cutting to airline crew pairing . Scientific Contributions include 12+ peer-reviewed publications across disciplines like disaster management, urban planning, and production systems. Her 2017 Journal of Industrial Management Optimization paper introduced heterogeneous flow routing in constrained networks, while the 2022 IISE Transactions article developed stochastic models for debris clearance. Advising has involved 13+ theses across Yeditepe University and Sabancı University, including Elifcan Yasa's 2022 Ph.D. on earthquake road clearance and Bahadir Durak's 2018 dissertation on glass cutting optimization. Industry Engagement includes technical consulting for TÜBİTAK projects worth over 1.7M+ Turkish Lira between 2011-2023. She served as Principal Investigator for real-time glass cutting optimization and as Consultant for retail demand forecasting systems, container shipping scheduling, and workforce optimization platforms.
Güvenç Şahin is a Professor at Sabanci University specializing in Operations Research with applications in transportation systems and energy markets. His research employs advanced optimization techniques to solve complex real-world problems including public transit planning, electricity market design, and supply chain logistics. Research interests span: Transportation optimization (vehicle routing, crew scheduling) Electricity market competition analysis Multi-period resource allocation Agent-based simulation of market behavior Combinatorial algorithm design Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on mathematical optimization in energy and transportation domains. Recent work (2024-2025) emphasizes algorithmic solutions for market collusion detection and vehicle routing problems, while earlier contributions established foundational work in railway optimization and electricity market simulation. No scientific awards are documented in available sources. His collaborative projects demonstrate active engagement with European research institutions on transportation and energy systems. While no dedicated lab is specified, his research involves optimization modeling teams addressing transportation networks and energy market dynamics, frequently utilizing high-performance computing resources for large-scale simulations.
Dr. İhsan Güzel serves as a Lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture at Bingol University, Turkey. His academic work builds upon 28 years of professional experience with the Turkish General Directorate of Highways (KGM), where he held progressively responsible engineering roles from 1988 to 2016. His educational foundation includes: Undergraduate Degree from Firat University Master's Degree from Firat University PhD from Firat University Dr. Güzel's research centers on practical transportation engineering challenges, particularly road construction, maintenance optimization, and traffic safety. His work investigates asphalt mixture innovations (including steel fiber reinforcement and recycled materials), road geometry design, seismic resilience of infrastructure, and cost-effective maintenance solutions. Recent studies focus on utilizing earthquake debris in road construction, traffic sign impacts on vehicle operating costs, and parametric modeling of road maintenance expenses. His publication record shows consistent output with 15 significant works from 2007-2024, accelerating notably after 2018. The research demonstrates strong regional focus on Eastern Anatolia (particularly Bingöl Province) while addressing national transportation challenges. His methodology blends field data collection, laboratory testing, and statistical analysis to solve practical highway engineering problems. Dr. Güzel maintains active collaborations with researchers from Bitlis Eren University, Dicle University, and other Turkish institutions. His industry background provides unique practical insights that bridge academic research and real-world infrastructure implementation. While no formal awards are documented, his sustained publication output and applied research approach demonstrate significant contribution to transportation engineering practice in Turkey. His advising capacity and grant activity aren't explicitly documented, but his collaborative publications suggest engagement with graduate students and research projects.
