Mustafa Dinç

Mustafa Dinç is an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Communication and Design at Bilkent University, Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering (2013, İstanbul Technical University), an M.Sc. in Computer Science (2001, Naval Postgraduate School, USA), and a Bachelor’s in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (1994, Turkish Naval Academy). His career spans over 10 years in Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and project management in the Turkish Armed Forces, alongside teaching roles at Middle East Technical University and Çankaya University.

Research focuses on Modeling & Simulation (AI, Deep Learning, Agent-Based Models), Unmanned Systems (AUVs/UAVs control), and C4ISR Systems. His work bridges engineering and design disciplines, emphasizing practical applications in defense, robotics, and virtual environments.

Publications span technical journals, conferences (IEEE, RAST), and book chapters on AUV dynamics, agent-based simulations, and navigation systems. He actively contributes to academic initiatives like the Bilkent Media Future Initiative.