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Professor MELDA ÇARPINLIOĞLU is a distinguished academic at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Thermodynamics. With a career spanning over three decades, she has held progressive academic positions from Research Assistant to Professor, demonstrating exceptional dedication to mechanical engineering education and research.
- Gaziantep University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2003-Present, Professor)
- Gaziantep University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering (1997-2003, Associate Professor)
- Gaziantep University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering (1992-1997, Assistant Professor)
- Middle East Technical University, Faculty of Engineering (1983-1987, Research Assistant)
Her research interests encompass Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Thermodynamics, with particular focus on Nanofluids, Plasma Gasification, Waste-to-Energy Conversion, Boundary Layer Theory, and Pulsatile Flow Dynamics. Professor Çarpinlioğlu has made significant contributions to these fields through extensive publication activity, including 61 journal articles, 4 book chapters, and 85 conference papers spanning from 1994 to 2024.
Analysis of her recent publications (2016-2024) reveals a strong emphasis on nanofluid thermophysical properties, plasma gasification technology for waste-to-energy conversion, and advanced fluid dynamics. Her work bridges fundamental fluid mechanics with practical energy applications, particularly in sustainable energy technologies and thermal system optimization. The research demonstrates progression from theoretical fluid dynamics to applied energy conversion technologies, with increasing focus on environmental sustainability in recent years.
- Multiple Publication Encouragement Awards from Gaziantep University (1995-2019)
- TÜBİTAK Hüsamettin Tuğaç Foundation Research Award (2001)
Professor Çarpinlioğlu has successfully supervised 5 doctoral and 9 master's theses, mentoring the next generation of mechanical engineers. Her administrative leadership includes serving as Department Chair (2019-2020, 1998-2006), Dean (2018-2021, 2006-2009), and Head of Department (2004-2018). She has led 9 significant research projects, including TÜBİTAK 1001 projects on collapsible tube flows and microwave plasma gasification technology, demonstrating her capacity to secure competitive research funding and lead substantial engineering research initiatives. Her current teaching responsibilities include Advanced Gas Dynamics, Boundary Layer Theory II, Fluid Mechanics II, Gas Dynamics, and Thermal System Design, reflecting her expertise across fundamental and advanced mechanical engineering topics.
