Büşra Aktürk

Büşra Aktürk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Bilgi University, where she teaches courses such as Materials Science for Engineers, Concrete Technology, and Senior Design Projects. She holds a Ph.D. from Yıldız Technical University and is actively engaged in research on sustainable construction materials.

• Ph.D., Yıldız Technical University, 2020
• M.Sc., Yıldız Technical University, 2013
• B.Sc., Istanbul University & Sakarya University, 2010

Her research interests include alkali-activated materials, geopolymers, fiber-reinforced concrete, rheological properties, and bio-stabilization of rammed earth. She explores innovative binders like sodium carbonate-activated slag and reactive MgO systems, with a strong focus on sustainability, durability, and digital fabrication methods such as 3D printing. Her work integrates nano-modifiers like nano-silica to enhance performance.

The recent articles highlight a consistent trend in developing eco-friendly, one-part alkali-activated systems with improved mechanical and rheological properties. These studies emphasize applications in 3D printing, carbonation curing, and waste utilization, reflecting a strong commitment to circular economy principles in construction.

Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed.

Büşra Aktürk has supervised multiple M.Sc. theses on topics such as nano-cellulose additives, reactive MgO systems, and bio-stabilization. She has secured and coordinated research grants from TÜBİTAK, Yıldız Technical University Research Foundation, and Istanbul Bilgi University Research Funds, focusing on sustainable binder development, self-healing materials, and historical conservation. She regularly serves as a reviewer for leading journals including Construction and Building Materials and Journal of Building Engineering.

She is involved in research projects related to biologically improved rammed earth (BIRE-PAN), nano-silica modified cement systems, and circular filtration systems for road runoff. Her work bridges laboratory research with practical applications in sustainable and heritage construction.