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Professor Kemal Yaman is a distinguished academic in the field of Political Science and Public Administration at Karabük University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences. Currently serving as a Professor since 2025, he specializes in Urbanization and Environmental Problems. His academic journey spans over four decades, with previous positions including Associate Professor (2020-2025), Doctoral Teaching Staff (2010-2020), and teaching roles at Ankara University and Kastamonu University. Professor Yaman has held significant administrative positions including Department Chair and Head of Science Department at Karabük University.
- PhD in Agricultural Economics, Ankara University (2003-2009)
- Master's in Agricultural Economics, Ankara University (1992-2001)
- BA in Business Administration, Hacettepe University (1974-1979)
Professor Yaman's research primarily focuses on the intersection of urban development and environmental sustainability. His expertise encompasses Environmental Management, Urbanization Policies, and Local Government structures. His work investigates how cities can balance growth with ecological preservation, examining waste management strategies, urban transformation projects, and climate change adaptation policies. He has conducted comparative analyses of metropolitan governance models across different countries, providing valuable insights for Turkish municipalities. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy applications, making significant contributions to both academic discourse and real-world urban planning.
With 122 publications to his name, Professor Yaman demonstrates consistent scholarly productivity, with recent years showing particularly strong output. His work spans journal articles, conference papers, books, and book chapters, reflecting diverse contributions to his field. The research themes show a clear evolution from agricultural economics toward urban and environmental policy, with increasing focus on climate change, sustainable urban development, and comparative governance models. His publications appear in both national and international venues, with several indexed in prominent databases.
- "Yurt Dışı Bilimsel Etkinliklere Katılma Desteği" from TÜBİTAK (2012)
- "Bilimsel Yayınları Teşvik Programı Yayın Teşvik Ödülü" from TÜBİTAK (2011)
- "Bilimsel Yayınları Teşvik Programı Yayın Teşvik Ödülü" from TÜBİTAK (2008)
Professor Yaman has supervised at least 20 graduate students, guiding research on topics ranging from urban transformation and waste management to comparative local government studies. His research funding includes multiple projects supported by higher education institutions, with particular emphasis on climate change policies, metropolitan strategic planning, and housing satisfaction studies. He has also participated in international projects supported by the United Nations, World Bank, UNESCO, European Union, and Council of Europe, demonstrating strong connections with global research networks.
