Kadir Özlem

Dr. Kadir Özlem is a Researcher at Istanbul Technical University's Department of Computer Engineering within the Computer and Informatics School. His work bridges computer engineering with soft robotics and wearable technology, focusing on textile-based sensor systems and actuation mechanisms.

• PhD in Computer Engineering
• 2018–present: Researcher at Istanbul Technical University
• 2016–2018: Software Engineer at Pinnera

His research spans soft robotics, machine learning, sensor systems, and textile engineering. Recent projects explore:

• Cloud-based control systems for telerehabilitation gloves
• Fog computing frameworks in electronic textiles
• Thermally actuated textile exoskeletons
• Scalable fabrication of biaxial fabric motors

He has contributed to 20+ publications since 2019, focusing on capacitive sensors, gesture recognition, ECG monitoring, and smart clothing. Collaborations span Turkey, Czech Republic, Poland, and Switzerland.

His work integrates computer science with materials engineering, creating wearable systems for health monitoring, rehabilitation, and interactive applications. He utilizes 3D knitting, fog computing, and nature-inspired designs to develop flexible, scalable solutions.