Mahmut Elbistan

Mahmut Elbistan is an Assistant Professor at Bilgi University, where he has been serving since February 2024. He holds a PhD in Physics Engineering from Istanbul Technical University and has held postdoctoral and teaching positions at Bogazici University, Yeditepe University, University of Tours (France), and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His academic journey reflects strong international research engagement and interdisciplinary expertise in theoretical physics.

Education:

• PhD in Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, 2014
• MSc in Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, 2008
• BSc in Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, 2006

Dr. Elbistan's research focuses on theoretical high energy and particle physics, mathematical physics, and the foundations of relativity and quantum field theories. His work bridges deep theoretical frameworks with mathematical rigor, often exploring the intersections of classical and quantum fields. This foundational research contributes to our understanding of fundamental interactions in the universe.

Although no publications are listed in the provided text, his sustained involvement in international postdoctoral programs suggests a strong publication record in theoretical physics. His recent academic appointments and fellowships indicate active contributions to the global physics community.

Scientific Awards and Recognitions:

• Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (Horizon 2020, 2022)
• Le Studium Guest Fellow, Loire Valley Institute for Advanced Studies (2019)
• Chinese Academy of Sciences President’s International Fellowship Initiative (PIFI, 2017–2018)

Dr. Elbistan has advised and mentored students during his tenure as a research assistant at Istanbul Technical University and through his postdoctoral roles. He has secured competitive research funding, including grants from TUBITAK (project 117F376), Bogazici University BAP (project 21BP2), and international programs like Horizon 2020 and PIFI, reflecting strong grant-writing capabilities and research leadership.

He has been affiliated with several research centers, including the Institut Denis Poisson (IDP), Laboratory of Mathematics and Theoretical Physics (LMPT) at the University of Tours, the Institute of Modern Physics (IMP) at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and research groups at Bogazici University. These affiliations highlight his integration into collaborative, international theoretical physics networks.