معرفی
Erdem Sahin is a Professor in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University's Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on biomaterials, particularly calcium phosphate bone cements, composite materials, and magnesium alloys for biomedical applications.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree: Middle East Technical University - Faculty of Engineering - Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (1998-2003)
- Master's Degree: Izmir Institute of Technology - Institute of Engineering and Science - Materials Science and Engineering (2003-2006)
- Doctorate: Izmir Institute of Technology - Institute of Engineering and Science - Chemical Engineering (2006-2013)
Dr. Sahin's research interests center on the development and characterization of biomaterials for medical applications. His work primarily focuses on calcium phosphate bone cements, with particular emphasis on improving their injectability, setting kinetics, and mechanical properties. He has conducted extensive research on the effects of various additives (such as citric acid, NaCl, and polyacrylic acid) on cement properties. More recently, his research has expanded to include surface modification of magnesium alloys for biodegradable implants, direct ink writing of bioceramics, and the development of 3D-printed tissue engineering scaffolds.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a clear progression in his research focus. Early work concentrated on fundamental properties of calcium phosphate cements, while more recent publications demonstrate an expansion into advanced manufacturing techniques (particularly 3D printing/direct writing), surface engineering of metallic biomaterials, and the development of more complex composite systems. His work shows increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, with recent papers involving researchers from diverse fields including medicine, chemistry, and mechanical engineering.
Dr. Sahin has been actively involved in research funding, serving as principal investigator on multiple projects including international collaborations. His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses in biomaterials, cementitious materials, suspension rheology, and various core materials engineering subjects.
