Emine Didem Korkmaz Başel

Dr. Emine Didem Korkmaz Başel is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, Istanbul Technical University. She holds a PhD in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering from ITU (2011). Her research focuses on geothermal energy systems, reservoir engineering, and sustainable energy development. She has led projects like the Kızıldere Geothermal Field studies and collaborated with institutions like Zorlu Energy. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy.

Research interests include geothermal reservoir assessment, coalbed methane reservoirs, and energy policy. Notable projects include geothermal potential evaluations in Gediz and Büyük Menderes Basins. Grants include TUBITAK-funded studies on low-temperature geothermal systems and partnerships with private energy firms. No formal thesis advisement records are listed, but she has co-authored multiple publications with graduate students.