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Prof. Dr. Mehmet YAVUZ is a Professor at Artvin Coruh University, Faculty of Forestry, Department of Forestry Engineering, specializing in Forest Management. He has served in various administrative roles including Dean (2025), Vice Dean (2023-2025), Department Head (2011-2014, 2020-2021), and Director of the Department (2010-2013).
- Professor at Artvin Coruh University (2024-present)
- Associate Professor at Artvin Coruh University (2019-2024)
- Assistant Professor at Artvin Coruh University (2009-2019)
- Research Assistant at Artvin Coruh University (2009)
- Research Assistant at State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (2003-2007)
Prof. YAVUZ's research spans multiple domains within forestry and environmental science, with a strong emphasis on the application of geospatial technologies. His work focuses on soil erosion assessment and control, watershed management, forest fire behavior simulation, and wildlife habitat assessment. He has developed innovative methodologies using Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems to address critical environmental challenges including sediment pollution in the Black Sea region, flood-induced geomorphic changes, and forest inventory optimization. His research integrates field studies with advanced geospatial analysis to provide practical solutions for sustainable forest management.
Prof. YAVUZ's publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on applying geospatial technologies to solve forestry and environmental challenges. His recent work (2021-2023) has centered on innovative monitoring of sediment and litter pollution in the Black Sea region, assessment of flood impacts using UAV technology, and development of models for erosion control ecosystem services. Earlier publications (2016-2020) focused on soil erosion modeling using RUSLE methodology, forest fire behavior simulation, and wildlife habitat assessment. His work consistently bridges theoretical research with practical applications for forest management and environmental conservation.
- Student of the Year Award (First Place in PhD), ASPRS, 2004
- University Publication Incentive Award, Artvin Coruh University, 2017
- Artvin Coruh University Scientific Publications Incentive Award, 2019
- TUBITAK Turkey Addressed International Scientific Publications Incentive (UBYT) Program, 2018
Prof. YAVUZ has supervised numerous graduate theses focusing on forest ecosystem erosion prevention, mechanical control of weeds in pine forests, landslide assessment using georadar technology, and wildlife population studies. He has been involved in multiple research projects, including international EU-funded initiatives like 'Protect-Streams-4-Sea' aimed at reducing sediment and litter pollution in the Black Sea region, and national projects addressing landslide detection, forest rehabilitation, and wildlife habitat assessment. His work has secured funding from various sources including TUBITAK and university research grants.
Prof. YAVUZ is actively involved in research teams focusing on geospatial analysis for environmental monitoring, particularly in the Coruh River Basin. His work with international collaborators from Greece, Romania, Ukraine, and other Black Sea region countries has led to innovative approaches for addressing transboundary environmental challenges. He has contributed to the development of protocols for forest cover estimation and erosion risk assessment that are being implemented in watershed management practices across the region.
