معرفی
Dr. Ekrem DURMAZ serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Forest Industry Engineering at Kastamonu University's Faculty of Forestry, Turkey. Having joined the university in 2012 as a Research Assistant before advancing to his current position in 2023, he maintains active teaching responsibilities across both undergraduate and graduate programs. His academic profile demonstrates substantial research productivity with 27 total publications, including multiple SCI-indexed journal articles in high-impact materials science journals.
Education:
- PhD in Forest Industry Engineering, Kastamonu University (2016-2022)
- MS in Forest Industry Engineering, Kastamonu University (2013-2016)
- BA in International Relations, Anadolu University (2009-2017)
- BSc in Forest Industry Engineering, Karadeniz Technical University (2007-2011)
Dr. Durmaz's research program centers on sustainable materials derived from forest and agricultural resources, with particular emphasis on nanocellulose technology. His work explores extraction methods for cellulose nanomaterials from diverse plant sources including agricultural residues, followed by characterization and application development. Current research directions include nanocellulose applications in biosensors, electrochromic materials, and sustainable packaging solutions, demonstrating evolution from fundamental material characterization toward sophisticated end-use applications.
Analysis of his publication timeline reveals increasing sophistication in research focus, with recent work (2023-2025) emphasizing advanced applications while maintaining strong connections to core materials science principles. His research shows growing international collaboration and interdisciplinary reach across forestry, materials engineering, and environmental science.
Current Research Projects:
- Principal Investigator: Effects of Nanocellulose Types from Different Waste Papers and Lignin Reinforcement on Coating Processes for Paper Packaging Properties (2024-2025)
- Researcher: Antimicrobial Activities of Extracts and Essential Oils Obtained by Microwave Extraction Method (2022-2023)
- Researcher: Characterization of Bioactive Components from Forest Cutting Wastes Using Deep Eutectic Solvents (2020-2023)
- Researcher: Evaluation of Whey in MDF Production as Adhesive Additive (2015-2016)
Dr. Durmaz teaches graduate courses including Bio-Based Cellulosic Nanomaterials and Natural Fibers, Biopolymers and Biocomposites, while his undergraduate instruction covers Waste Paper Recycling, Chemical Modification of Wood, and Chemistry of Non-Wood Forest Products. His teaching directly reflects his research expertise, creating synergy between classroom instruction and laboratory investigation.
