معرفی
Prof. Dr. Mehmet ATALAN is a distinguished Turkish academic specializing in Islamic Sects and Religious History. Currently serving as Professor at Kastamonu University, Faculty of Theology since 2013, he has held administrative roles including Dean (2017-2021) and Vice Rector (2019-present). Previously, he served as Associate Professor (2008-2013) and Research Assistant (1995-2008) at Fırat University.
- Education:
- BA: Atatürk University Faculty of Theology (1988)
- Master's: Ankara University Institute of Social Sciences (1998)
- PhD: Ankara University Institute of Social Sciences (2004)
Research Interests focus on the historical development of Shiism, Hanafi/Maturidi Theology, and Alevi-Bektashi Traditions in Anatolia. His work examines sectarian conflicts, religious epics (Cenknâmeler), and Islamic mysticism through textual analysis and interdisciplinary methodologies.
Academic Trends in his 15 most recent publications reveal a persistent focus on Shiism (5 articles), Cenknâme Literature (4), and Anatolian Religious Syncretism (3). His keyword analysis spans Theology, Sufism, Islamic Philosophy, and Comparative Religion.
Scientific Recognition:
- 2015: Teşekkür Awards from Maturidilik Otağı, Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı, Sakarya University
- 2015: Teşekkür from Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı
- 2015: Eğitimde Liderlik Award from Milli Eğitim Bakanlığı
Academic Mentorship includes advising 12 graduate students (2011-2024), particularly on topics related to Shiism, Alevi Traditions, and Islamic Sects. His editorial roles include serving as Editor for journals like Uluslararası İlahiyat Araştırmaları (2016) and Fırat Üniversitesi İlahiyat Fakültesi Dergisi (2010-2011).
