معرفی
ERCAN ŞENER is a Lecturer at the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Eskişehir Technical University. He holds a Doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering from Eskişehir Technical University (2024) and a Master's degree from Anadolu University (2018), with a B.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering from Anadolu University (2014).
Education:
- Ph.D.: Eskişehir Technical University, Materials Science and Engineering (2018–2024)
- M.Sc. (Thesis): Anadolu University, Materials Science and Engineering (2015–2018)
- B.Sc.: Anadolu University, Materials Science and Engineering (2009–2014)
Research Interests: ERCAN ŞENER focuses on advanced materials engineering, with expertise in ceramic composites, nanotechnology, and sustainable materials processing. His work spans zirconia-based composites for mechanical applications, vanadium oxide thin films for electronic devices, and recycling of lithium-ion battery components into high-value materials. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in energy storage, environmental sustainability, and biomedical applications.
Key Research Trends in Articles: His recent work emphasizes lithium-ion battery recycling (e.g., pyrometallurgical recovery of lithium/cobalt and ceramic powder synthesis from waste) and composite materials development (e.g., zirconia composites for wear resistance and MAX phase alloys for functional fabrics). Earlier studies explored vanadium oxide thin films for electronic and optical applications.
Grants & Projects:
- TÜBİTAK 1002: Production of Alginate/ZnO/Tourmaline Composite Films (Completed 2022–2024)
- TÜBİTAK 1002: MAX Phase Alloys for Functional Fabrics (Completed 2022–2023)
Labs/Teams: Engaged in materials characterization and composite fabrication within the Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Department, collaborating with researchers on battery recycling and ceramic processing.
