جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Robotics
• Micro/Nanorobotics
• Physical Intelligence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Metin Sitti is a Professor and currently serves as a part-time adjunct professor at Koç University's Faculty of Medicine and Engineering. He is also the President of Koç University and Director of the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems since 2014. His research spans robotics , micro/nanorobotics , physical intelligence , bio-inspired robotics , and materials science . Undergraduate: Boğaziçi University (Electrical and Electronics Engineering, 1992) Master's: Boğaziçi University (1994) PhD: University of Tokyo (Electrical Engineering, 1999) His research focuses on small-scale robotics for biomedical applications, including magnetic microrobot swarms , biohybrid systems , and functional materials . Recent publications emphasize 3D control , wireless actuation , and clinical translation of robotic systems. Scientific Awards : 2020 Scientific Breakthrough of the Year 2018 Koç University Rahmi M. Koç Science Medal 2014 IEEE/ASME Best Mechatronics Paper Award 2013/2012 World RoboCup Micro-Robotics First Prize He has advised numerous students and collaborates with institutions like Carnegie Mellon University and University of Stuttgart. His work integrates physical intelligence into miniature robots for medical imaging , drug delivery , and autonomous systems .

Metin Sittiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Microrobotics
• Bio-inspired Robotics
• Physical Intelligence
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Metin Sitti is a leading academic and researcher currently serving as Director at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems and affiliated faculty at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute and Koç University's Schools of Medicine and Engineering. His interdisciplinary work bridges robotics, materials science, and biomedicine. His research interests center on medical microrobotics , bio-inspired robotics , and physical intelligence , exploring how intelligent behaviors can emerge from material properties and system design. He leads the Physical Intelligence Research Group , pioneering novel approaches in soft and micro-robotic systems. The scientific publications attributed to Prof. Sitti span diverse areas including micro-robotic locomotion, stimuli-responsive materials, and collective behavior in synthetic systems. Though specific titles are not listed, his body of work consistently contributes to robotics, nanotechnology, and biomedical engineering. Rahmi M. Koç Science Award ERC Advanced Grant IEEE Fellow National Science Foundation CAREER Award SPIE Nanoengineering Pioneer Award IEEE/ASME Best Mechatronics Paper Award Robotics: Science and Systems Conference Best Paper Award IEEE/RSJ Intelligent Robot Systems Conference Best Paper and Video Awards IEEE Robotics and Automation Conference Best Paper and Video Awards IEEE Robotics and Biomimetics Conference Best Paper and Video Awards Prof. Sitti has secured major grants including the ERC Advanced Grant and NSF CAREER Award, supporting high-impact research in intelligent materials and robotic systems. He has mentored numerous researchers and students across institutions, though specific advisees are not listed. His entrepreneurial initiative led to the founding of nanoGriptech Inc. in 2009, commercializing gecko-inspired microfiber adhesives. He leads the Physical Intelligence Department at the Max Planck Institute, where his team develops novel robotic materials and microsystems that exhibit intelligence through physical design rather than computation alone.

Serhat Yesilyurtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Micro-swimming robots
• Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cells (PEMFC)
• Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWT)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Serhat Yesilyurt is a Professor of Mechatronics Engineering at Sabanci University in Istanbul, Turkey. He holds a PhD from MIT (1995) and has held visiting professorships at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on bio-inspired micro-swimming robots, PEM fuel cells, vertical axis wind turbines, and computational fluid dynamics. He leads projects on energy optimization, micro/nano swimmer dynamics, and PEMFC durability funded by TUBITAK and international collaborations. Education: BS in Nuclear Energy Engineering (Hacettepe University, 1986), MS/PhD in Nuclear Engineering (MIT, 1991/1995) Research: Specializes in microscale propulsion, renewable energy systems, and advanced fuel cell modeling. Collaborates internationally on medical micro-robotics and sustainable energy solutions. His recent work explores catalyst layer optimization for low-platinum fuel cells, acoustic manipulation of microswimmers, and VAWT control algorithms. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications and 3 patents demonstrate his interdisciplinary impact spanning robotics, energy systems, and fluid mechanics.

Onur Özcanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Bio-inspired Design
• Microfabrication
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Onur Özcan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Bilkent University, where he leads the Miniature Robotics Lab. His research focuses on bio-inspired miniature ambulatory robots, addressing challenges in cost-effective manufacturing, size reduction, and performance optimization of robotic systems. He employs interdisciplinary approaches combining mechanical engineering, materials science, and control theory. Education: Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University (2012) M.S., Mechanical Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University (2010) B.S., Mechatronics Engineering, Sabancı University (2007) Research spans bio-inspired robotics, microfabrication techniques, and terrestrial robot design. His work explores scaling laws for novel mechanisms and sensor integration in miniature systems. Publications reflect applications in defense and industrial automation. No awards or grants are documented. He directs the Miniature Robotics Lab, emphasizing experimental prototyping and collaboration.

Koray Kadir Şafakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Control Theory
• Mechatronics
• Biomechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Koray Kadir Şafak is a faculty member at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. His academic career spans over two decades, with expertise in control theory, mechatronics, and biomimetic robotics. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (Northeastern University, 2001), MSc in Control Engineering (Bogazici University, 1997), BSc in Mechanical Engineering (Bogazici University, 1995) His research focuses on control theory , biomimetic robots , and mechatronic systems , with significant contributions in underwater locomotion , LVAD simulations , and bipedal dynamics . Recent publications highlight his work in planar biped robots and cardiovascular device modeling . Notable projects include TÜBİTAK-funded research on hydraulic prosthetics and miniature artificial heart pumps . He holds patents in intramedullary bone distraction implants and has served as Deputy Head of Department. Key memberships: ASME (since 1996), ASME Turkey Branch (Board Member 2004-2011)

Ali Emre Turgutمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Swarm robotics
• mechatronics
• manufacturing systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ali Emre Turgut is an Associate Professor at Middle East Technical University (METU) in Ankara, Turkey. His research intersects robotics, control systems, and bio-inspired design, with a focus on swarm robotics, UAVs, and complex systems. He maintains a formal email address ( aturgut@metu.edu.tr ) and an online presence at users.metu.edu.tr/aturgut . Education B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, METU (1996) M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, METU (1999) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, METU (2008) Research Interests center on swarm robotics , mechatronics , and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) . His work explores self-organization in robotic swarms, bio-inspired control mechanisms, and adaptive systems for complex environments. Key themes include: Swarm intelligence for collective motion and task specialization Design and control of aerial and legged robots Applications in environmental monitoring, manufacturing, and biological interaction Publication Trends highlight his leadership in swarm robotics, with recent works addressing predictive flocking algorithms, biohybrid platforms, and exoskeleton-assisted motor learning. His studies often integrate hardware design with computational models. Advising and Grants information is unavailable in the provided texts, though his active research role since 2008 suggests significant contributions to graduate training and funded projects in robotics.