معرفی
Canay Doğulu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at TED University. She specializes in social psychology, focusing on disaster resilience, community preparedness, and gender studies. She holds an academic position within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and has been involved in significant national and international projects related to disaster management and risk communication. Her research integrates applied psychology with social theory to address real-world challenges. She serves as the Vice Head of the Department of Psychology (2022–2025), Accreditation Coordinator for the Psychology Undergraduate Program (2020–2025), and has contributed to EU assessments post-2023 earthquakes.
Dr. Doğulu's educational background includes a BSc, MSc, and PhD from Middle East Technical University (METU), all in Psychology. Her work often explores topics such as honor cultures, gender-based violence, and the psychological impact of disasters. She has collaborated with institutions like TÜBİTAK, JST, and the Turkish Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).
Research Interests
- Disaster preparedness and community resilience
- Social and cultural factors influencing risk perception
- Gender studies, particularly honor-based violence and ambivalent sexism
- Applied social psychology in humanitarian contexts
Recent Research Trends
Her recent articles emphasize post-disaster recovery, earthquake preparedness, and cultural influences on health behaviors. She has conducted fieldwork in regions affected by the 2023 Türkiye-Syria earthquakes, focusing on cooperative behaviors and community impact assessments. Her work also critiques theoretical frameworks in social vulnerability research, advocating for interdisciplinary approaches.
Grants & Projects
- Funded by TÜBİTAK, JST, and the EU for disaster resilience projects
- Member of TACTIC and emBRACE initiatives for disaster preparedness
- Sector expert for EU recovery assessments post-2023 earthquakes
Labs/Teams
Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at TEDU and international partners on disaster risk reduction and social psychology applications.
