Nebahat Aral

Dr. Nebahat Aral is a Lecturer in the Department of Materials Science and Nanotechnology Engineering at Yeditepe University's Faculty of Engineering. Her research focuses on Textile Science and Engineering, Nanotechnology, and Radiation Shielding Materials. She has contributed to advancements in coated fabrics for X-ray protection, nanofiber development, and sustainable composites.

• Education:
  • PhD (2016) in Textile Engineering, Istanbul Technical University - Thesis: Design of an Alternative Textile Material to Lead Aprons
  • Master's (2009) in Textile Engineering, Istanbul Technical University - Thesis: Investigation of Performance Properties of Composites Made from Textile Waste
  • BSc (2006) in Textile Engineering, Uludağ University
• Research Trends: Recent publications highlight her work on essential oil-infused coaxial nanofibers, biodegradable food packaging films, and ionizing radiation protection using bismuth oxide and pomegranate peel powder. Her studies bridge Textile Engineering with Nanotechnology and Environmental Sustainability.
• Grants and Projects: She has secured funding through TÜBİTAK projects (1004, 3501, 2219) and institutional grants, focusing on radiation shielding, biodegradable composites, and medical textiles.
• Leadership: Dr. Aral has served as Deputy Head of Department at Yeditepe University and Program Coordinator at Istanbul Kavram Vocational School and Istanbul Gelisim University.
• Patents: Co-inventor of a patent for X-ray shielding textile materials with nano-powder with Istanbul Technical University.