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Dr. Hulya Kirkici is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Auburn University, College of Engineering. She has been a full-time faculty member since 1993, progressing from Assistant to Associate and then to Professor in 2011. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Polytechnic University and M.S. and B.S. degrees in Physics from Middle East Technical University, Turkey.
- Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Polytechnic University, 1990
- M.S., Physics, Middle East Technical University, 1984
- B.S., Physics, Middle East Technical University, 1981
Her research spans high-voltage engineering, dielectrics, plasma physics, pulsed power, carbon nanotubes, microplasmas, and optical systems. She investigates high-frequency breakdown in aerospace environments, surface flashover in nanodielectrics, and CNT-based cold cathodes for plasma switches. Her work integrates experimental and computational approaches in harsh environment applications.
The recent publications highlight a strong focus on carbon nanotubes for field emission and switching, surface insulation in partial vacuum, and electromagnetic simulation of materials. Key trends include the use of nanostructured materials for high-voltage applications and the development of compact pulsed power devices.
Dr. Kirkici has received several major awards from IEEE, including the William G. Dunbar and Sol Schneider Awards, and has been named an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer. She also served as President of the IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society.
- IEEE William G. Dunbar Award (2014)
- IEEE Sol Schneider Award (2010)
- IEEE Eric O. Forster Distinguished Service Award (2015)
- IEEE Distinguished Lecturer, NPSS
She has advised multiple graduate students in areas such as microplasmas, CNT fabrication, laser beam shaping, and field emission. Her research has been supported by grants and collaborations with NASA and the Air Force Research Laboratory. She has held leadership roles in IEEE publications and conferences, including editorial positions for IEEE Transactions on Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation and IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science.
Dr. Kirkici leads a multidisciplinary research group focusing on plasma devices, nanomaterials, and optical systems, with strong ties to aerospace and defense applications.
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