Ali Duran

Dr. Ali Duran is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nanotechnology Engineering at Abdullah Gül University (Kayseri, Turkey). He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Gaziosmanpasa University (2010) and has extensive experience in R&D project management, having worked with the KOSGEB SME Development Organization (2003–2016). Currently, he serves as Director of the Technology Transfer Office (AGU TTO), Coordinator of the Occupational Health and Safety Coordination Unit, and holds leadership roles in multiple organizations including EUPYC and CHEMICAMED KİMYA A.Ş.

Education:

• B.Sc. Chemical Engineering, Gazi University (2001)
• M.Sc. Chemical Engineering, Hacettepe University (2005)
• Ph.D. Chemistry, Gaziosmanpasa University (2010)

Research Interests: His work focuses on analytical chemistry techniques using nanomaterials, environmental monitoring of trace metals, innovation policies for SMEs, and occupational safety. Key areas include speciation analysis, solid-phase extraction methodologies, and commercialization of nanotechnology-based solutions.

Publications & Impact: With over 500 citations and an h-index of 9, his research spans food safety analysis, environmental toxicology, and nanomaterial applications. Recent work emphasizes heavy metal contamination in consumer products and industrial wastewater.

Awards & Roles:

• Founder/Board Member: European Union Project and Youth Center (EUPYC)
• Vice President: Chamber of Chemical Engineers, Kayseri Branch
• Columnist: Local newspaper

Grants & Projects: Active in EU-funded and national R&D projects focused on SME development, technology transfer, and innovation policy implementation.

Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Occupational Health and Safety Coordination Unit and collaborates with Erciyes Technopark through CHEMICAMED, a medical chemical company he co-founded.