Hatice Ayataç

Prof. Dr. Hatice Ayataç is a faculty member at Istanbul Technical University, affiliated with the Department of Urban and Regional Planning. Her research focuses on urban design, sustainable planning, resilience, ecology-energy integration, and urban identity. She holds a PhD in Urban Design from Istanbul Technical University (2000) and an MS in the same field (1993).

• Education: PhD & MS in Urban Design, Istanbul Technical University
• Current Affiliation: Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Istanbul Technical University

Her academic work explores the interplay between public space, cultural landscapes, and urban sustainability. She has contributed to methodologies like the City-Mass Index and spatial readability analysis, emphasizing inclusive design and resilient urbanism. Recent publications analyze ethnic diversity, transportation modes, and disaster-resilient accessibility.

With over 30 supervised postgraduate theses and active projects like Istanbul's disaster recovery planning and coastal resilience strategies, her work bridges academic research and practical urban policy. She serves on boards for institutions like TURKKAB and Istanbul Technical University's Institute of Science and Technology, advocating for socially equitable and ecologically informed urban development.