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Dr. Bilal Balun serves as an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture at Bingöl University, Turkey, with expertise in earthquake engineering and structural analysis. His academic journey began with a Civil Engineering degree from Yıldız Technical University, followed by advanced studies at Fırat University where he earned his PhD in 2019 and achieved Associate Professor status in 2024.
His educational background includes:
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Yıldız Technical University (2004-2008)
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Fırat University (2011-2013)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Civil Engineering, Fırat University (2013-2019)
Dr. Balun's research centers on seismic risk assessment and structural resilience, with recent work heavily influenced by Turkey's 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. He investigates energy-based seismic evaluation methods, building damage assessment, and sustainable concrete technologies using locally available pumice. His approach combines computational modeling with practical field applications to address Turkey's specific seismic challenges, particularly in eastern provinces like Bingöl.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong focus on practical earthquake engineering solutions, with 7 articles published in 2023 alone. His work demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals, showing increasing specialization in post-earthquake analysis and sustainable materials development after 2020.
Dr. Balun actively contributes to the academic community as a peer reviewer for journals including Advances in Concrete Construction and Structural Concrete. He previously participated in a Fırat University research project on lightweight self-compacting mortars and maintains productive collaborations with colleagues like Ömer Faruk Nemutlu and Ahmet Sarı.
While no dedicated research laboratory is mentioned, his extensive publication record and collaborative network indicate an active research environment focused on practical seismic engineering solutions for Turkey's building stock.
