Mustafa Aksu is a Professor at Istanbul University's Faculty of Law, Department of Civil Law. His research spans Civil Law , Intellectual Property Law , Information Law , and EU Legal Harmonization . He has advised 26 theses and published extensively on digital rights, family law, and obligations law. Research Interests: Focus on AI and law, copyright exhaustion in digital markets, EU-Turkey legal alignment, domain name regulation, and protection of computer programs. Publications: Recent works include AI's legal frameworks (2023), medical informatics law (2021), and digital exhaustion doctrine (2016). His research emphasizes cross-border IP enforcement and EU court precedents. Contact: Email aksum@istanbul.edu.tr | Office: Hukuk Fakültesi Binası, İkinci Kat, Oda No: 38, Beyazıt, Istanbul, Turkey.
Dr. Morteza Ghorbani is a researcher and faculty member at Sabancı University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences (FENS), specializing in fluid mechanics and environmental engineering. He leads the AquaCav project, a collaborative effort with Oxford Brookes University, focused on developing sustainable water treatment solutions using hydrodynamic and acoustic cavitation. His research addresses global challenges such as PFAS pollution and wastewater management, with applications in biomedical devices and energy-efficient technologies. Key collaborations include projects funded by the International Science Partnership Fund (ISPF), leveraging his expertise in microfluidic systems and cavitation dynamics. Dr. Ghorbani's work combines experimental and numerical methods to optimize cavitation-based processes for environmental and biomedical applications. His contributions span from fundamental fluid dynamics studies to applied technologies like flexible cystoscopes and clot-on-a-chip platforms. Scientific achievements include the ISPF Research Collaboration Grant (2024) and advancements in PFAS removal, graphene exfoliation, and microalgae cultivation. His research group at Sabancı University explores interdisciplinary solutions at the intersection of engineering, nanotechnology, and sustainability.
Prof. Dr. Fatih BOZKURT serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Sakarya University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. With academic appointments dating back to 2012, he has established himself as a prominent scholar specializing in Ottoman socio-economic history, material culture, and estate records research. His academic journey reflects deep engagement with Ottoman institutional structures and daily life patterns. Doctorate (2005-2011): Sakarya University, Institute of Social Sciences/History (Thesis: Estate books and change in Ottoman material culture (1785-1875 Istanbul example)) MA (2000-2003): Celal Bayar University, Institute of Social Sciences/Modern Age History (Thesis: Social and economic situation of Gördes district according to the Ministry of Finance Dividend Books) Licence (1996-2000): Istanbul University, Faculty of Literature/Department of History Professor BOZKURT's research primarily focuses on Ottoman socio-economic structures, particularly through the lens of estate records (tereke defterleri). His work examines material culture transformations, tradesmen organization, and daily life patterns in Ottoman society. He has made significant contributions to understanding Ottoman urban economies, inheritance practices, and cultural changes, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries. His methodological approach combines archival research with social history frameworks to reconstruct Ottoman economic and social realities. His extensive publication record reveals consistent thematic focus on Ottoman economic history, with particular attention to estate records as historical sources. The research demonstrates evolving sophistication in using these records to explore wealth distribution, consumption patterns, and social structures. His work bridges economic history with cultural studies, examining how material culture reflected and influenced social relations in Ottoman society. Certificate of Appreciation from the DIRECTORATE OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS (2015) Certificate of Appreciation from OSARK (International Ottoman Research Congress) (2015) Professor BOZKURT has supervised numerous graduate theses focusing on Ottoman institutions and civilization, guiding research on topics ranging from estate records to daily life practices. His current research includes a TÜBİTAK-1001 project titled 'Osmanlı İstanbul'unun Servet ve Demografik Yapısı (1650-1810)' which continues his longstanding interest in Ottoman economic and demographic structures. He has also participated in various TÜBA (Turkish Academy of Sciences) projects related to Turkish-Islamic scientific and cultural heritage. As an active academic administrator, he has served as Deputy Director of the Social Sciences Institute (2019) and History Department Deputy Chair (2023-2024). He has organized and participated in multiple International Ottoman Research Congresses (OSARK), contributing significantly to the institutional framework of Ottoman studies in Turkey.
Prof. Dr. Ahmet ÖZMEN is a Professor at Sakarya University's Faculty of Computer and Information Sciences, Department of Software Engineering. He has held various administrative positions including Head of the Software Engineering Department (2019-2028) and Director of the Computer Research and Application Center (2019-2022). With extensive experience in academia since 1991, he has made significant contributions to computer vision, traffic monitoring systems, and sensor technologies. Sakarya University: Professor (2019-present), Associate Professor (2011-2019) Dumlupınar University: Assistant Professor (2001-2011), Research Assistant (2000-2001, 1993-1998) Istanbul Technical University: Research Assistant (1991-1993) Prof. ÖZMEN's research spans computer vision applications for traffic monitoring, indoor air quality systems, parallel computing, and sensor technologies. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical engineering applications, particularly in developing vision-based systems for nighttime vehicle detection, traffic flow monitoring, and environmental sensing. His interdisciplinary approach combines machine learning, image processing, and embedded systems to solve real-world problems in transportation and environmental monitoring. His publication record shows a clear evolution from parallel and distributed systems in his early career to computer vision and sensor applications in recent years. The majority of his recent work focuses on traffic monitoring systems using computer vision techniques, particularly for nighttime conditions, and indoor air quality monitoring systems using sensor networks. His research demonstrates strong industry and societal relevance, with applications in smart transportation, environmental protection, and educational technology. TÜBİTAK Publication Awards (2006, 2008, 2009, 2010) Physical implementation award from TÜBİDER (2008) Microsoft Certified Professional Certificate (2005) YÖK overseas study scholarships (1993, 1998) Elginkan graduate scholarships (1990, 1991) Prof. ÖZMEN has supervised numerous graduate students across multiple institutions, with a focus on practical engineering problems. His research has been supported by various projects including TÜBİTAK projects, institutional research grants, and industry collaborations. He has led significant research initiatives in traffic monitoring systems, indoor air quality monitoring, and educational technology platforms. His administrative leadership has included directing research centers and shaping curriculum development in software engineering. His work has involved establishing research teams focused on computer vision applications, sensor network development, and educational technology. These teams have produced numerous publications, developed practical systems, and trained the next generation of computer engineers. Current research directions include advanced traffic monitoring systems using deep learning and multi-camera setups for urban planning applications.
Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Yapıcı is a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Başkent University . His research focuses on Nuclear Energy Systems , Accelerator Technology , and Thermodynamics . Nuclear Reactor Design Energy Systems Optimization Heat Transfer Analysis His work involves numerical simulations , neutronic analysis , and nuclear waste transmutation . Recent publications highlight three-dimensional power density modeling in accelerator-driven systems and tritium production studies. Prof. Yapıcı has supervised numerous students, including Gizem Bakır , Alper Buğra Arslan , and Büşra Durmaz , across diverse projects from fusion-fission hybrids to renewable energy systems .
Prof. Muhittin Eren Uçkan is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Rafet Kayış Faculty of Engineering. His work focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and seismic performance of infrastructure systems. Education: MS in Civil Engineering (1987) from Middle East Technical University, PhD in Earthquake Engineering (1994) from Boğaziçi University Key Research Areas: Seismic response of pipelines, soil-structure interaction, base isolation systems, and infrastructure resilience His recent publications analyze post-earthquake performance of transmission pipelines (2024 Kahramanmaras), liquid storage tanks (2023), and buried steel pipes (2016–2019). Studies emphasize fault crossing effects , sloshing damping , and seismic risk frameworks . Administrative roles include Vice Dean at Gebze Institute of High Technology (1998), Head of Department (1995–1998), and Commission Presidency at Alanya Aladdin Keykubat University (2020).
Tayfun Günel is a Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU) , Faculty of Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He holds a PhD (1993), MSc (1988), and BSc (1986), all from ITU. His research spans microwave circuits, radar systems, antennas, and optimization using genetic algorithms and soft computing. His research interests include Microwave Circuits , Radar and Antennas , Optimization , and Genetic Algorithms . His work focuses on impedance matching, microstrip antennas, noise modeling, and metamaterial-based microwave components. He has taught courses such as Electromagnetic Fields, Radar Systems, and Satellite Communication Systems. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in microwave circuit design , antenna miniaturization , and the application of evolutionary algorithms (genetic algorithms, PSO) and machine learning (neural networks, SVR) in electromagnetic design and optimization. There is a consistent focus on practical microwave components like transmission lines, patches, and amplifiers, often using nanomaterials (e.g., carbon nanotubes) and metamaterials . His work bridges theoretical modeling with computational optimization for real-world RF and radar applications. Email: gunelmur@itu.edu.tr Professor Günel has supervised 2 completed PhD theses, 2 ongoing PhD theses, 23 completed master's theses, and 1 ongoing master's thesis, demonstrating a significant contribution to student mentoring. There are no specific grants or funding sources mentioned in the provided text. He is affiliated with research in microwave systems and antenna design , likely operating within the broader research ecosystem of the Electronics and Communication Engineering Department at ITU, which includes labs such as the Microwave Systems and Antennas Laboratory and the Radar and Microwave Technologies Research Laboratory.
Sinan Yıldırım is a Researcher in the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences at Sabancı University, Turkey. His primary research focuses on Bayesian Statistics, Monte Carlo methods, and data privacy, with interdisciplinary applications in machine learning and signal processing. He holds a BSc and MSc in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Boğaziçi University, followed by a PhD in Mathematical Statistics from the University of Cambridge. Postdoctoral research (2013-2015) at the University of Bristol’s School of Mathematics involved the EPSRC-funded project 'Intractable Likelihood: New Challenges from Modern Applications (i-like).' His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical problems in privacy, control systems, and energy optimization. Research interests emphasize Bayesian methodologies for privacy-preserving data analysis, dynamic modeling of complex systems, and stochastic optimization algorithms. Recent publications explore differential privacy in machine learning, Monte Carlo techniques for high-dimensional inference, and applications of Bayesian methods in robotics and energy systems. Advising and grants include contributions to multi-party resource sharing frameworks and privacy-aware algorithms. His work integrates computational methods with real-world challenges in engineering and policy modeling.
Prof. İpek İmamoğlu is a Professor of Environmental Engineering at Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey, specializing in environmental chemistry and pollutant fate. She holds leadership roles, including former Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2012-2015) and Vice Chair of the Environmental Engineering Department (2009-2012). Her research focuses on organic compound fate, microplastic interactions, contaminated site management, and receptor modeling for pollutants like PCBs and PBDEs. Education: PhD from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (2001), M.S. from University of Newcastle upon Tyne (1996), and B.S. from METU (1995). Awards include the METU Ph.D. Dissertation Supervision Award (2017, 2010) and the British Chevening Scholarship (1995/96). She has supervised over 20 PhD and MS students in environmental chemistry and engineering. Research spans contaminated sediment remediation, PCB/PBDE degradation pathways, and policy impacts of microplastics. Her projects include TUBITAK-funded studies on microplastic-organic interactions and POPs management. She advises on national policies, including Turkey’s implementation of the Stockholm Convention on POPs. Key Projects: Molecular Level Microplastic-Organic Interactions (TUBITAK 2021), PCB Fate in Aquatic Sediments (TUBITAK 2015), and Zeolite-Wastewater Treatment (METU Funded 2002). Awards: UWM Dissertator Fellowship, NATO Travel Grant, and ISO 17025 Auditor Certification. Her publications (over 80) cover environmental forensics, receptor modeling, and bioremediation. She actively participates in international conferences and serves as a consultant for UNDP and EU-funded initiatives.
Emel YILDIZ is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Business Administration at Trakya University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences . Since 2014, she has served as Deputy Head of Department and Cooperatives USA Presidency, focusing on economic development and policy analysis. Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD in Economics from Marmara and Trakya Universities Role: Academic leadership in Cooperative Economics and Development Economics Research spans macroeconomic policy, social capital, education economics, and sustainable development Her research integrates macroeconomic frameworks with socioeconomic outcomes. Key themes include: Econometric analysis of monetary and fiscal policies Education's role in human capital formation Cooperative models for sustainable energy Technology's impact on employment Publishing trends show emphasis on Turkey-Azerbaijan trade dynamics, G20 competitiveness, and vocational education integration into the information economy. Supervised theses address SMEs' strategic planning, fast food localization, and Turkey's cooperative energy policies.
Prof. Şule Itır Satoğlu is a faculty member in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Istanbul Technical University, holding the rank of Professor since 2019. She has held multiple administrative roles, including Head of Department (2025–present), Vice Rector (2020–2024), and Vice Dean (2018–2020). Her research focuses on supply chain management, optimization, sustainable operations, and disaster response systems. She has a PhD in Industrial Engineering from Istanbul Technical University (2008), an MSc in Engineering Management (2002), and a BSc in Mechanical Engineering (2000). Her work emphasizes practical applications of optimization techniques in logistics, healthcare, and disaster management. Notable contributions include developing models for blood supply chains under uncertainty, UAV-based waste detection, and sustainable urban transport fleet electrification. She has collaborated on projects funded by public and private sectors, addressing issues like lean manufacturing integration with Industry 4.0 and RFID-enabled maintenance systems. Her publications span over two decades, with recent focus on multi-objective optimization in humanitarian logistics, smart waste collection systems, and energy-efficient drone surveillance. She is a member of the TMMOB Chamber of Mechanical Engineers and actively contributes to national technology initiatives through academic leadership roles.
Ali Kılıç is an Associate Professor at the Department of Textile Engineering, Istanbul Technical University. His research focuses on nanofiber materials, air filtration technologies, and composite materials. He leads multiple projects on high-performance air filters, wound dressings, and sustainable materials. Key research areas include solution-blown nanofibers, biodegradable composites, and electrostatic filtration mechanisms. Education: Unspecified in available texts. Research Interests: Nanofiber fabrication, polymer composites, biomaterials, and sustainable filtration systems. Recent work emphasizes enhancing filtration efficiency through layered nanofiber structures and developing eco-friendly materials. His team has produced innovative solutions for aerosol filtration, biomedical scaffolds, and energy storage applications. Projects (Selected): Cellofil: Cellulose-based air filters (TUBITAK-funded). Bionanofiber Gun for wound dressings (TUSEB-funded). Optimization of nanofiber wound dressings (BAP-funded). Awards: Received prizes including ITU Publication Incentive (2023), Newton Katip Çelebi Fund (2015), and 3rd Furniture R&D Project Competition (2015). Lab/Labs: Active in nanofiber production and characterization labs at ITU, focusing on textiles and material innovation.
Dr. Mehmet Emin Yakut is an Assistant Professor at Bingöl University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Architecture and Urban Planning. He holds a PhD in Social Sciences from Marmara University (2020), following a Master's from Fırat University (2013) and a Bachelor's from Selcuk University (2001). Prior to his academic career, he served as a teacher in Turkey's Ministry of National Education from 2001 to 2021. His research focuses on urban geography, population dynamics, and administrative geography, with particular attention to urban transformation projects, housing policies, and regional development. Recent work includes studies on Diyarbakır's urban renewal impacts, Bingöl's administrative geography, and toponymic analysis in Hasankeyf. His courses include Population Geography, Settlement Geography, and Human Economic Geography of Turkey. Dr. Yakut has presented at international conferences such as the Batman Symposium (2022–2024) and contributed chapters to books like Gercüş Kitabı (2021) and Seçilmiş Örneklerle Türkiye'de Yer Değiştiren Yerleşmeler (2022). His research bridges historical, cultural, and spatial dimensions of geography with contemporary urban challenges.
Gökhan Seçinti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Istanbul Technical University, Faculty of Computer and Informatics. He currently serves as Vice Dean and has previously held the role of Vice Department Head. His research focuses on next-generation wireless networks, UAV communications, semantic communication, and AI-driven networking solutions. Research Interests: His work spans Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) , Semantic and Task-Oriented Communication , Software-Defined and Cognitive Networks , 6G Communications , and AI in Networking . He develops practical testbeds for deep learning-based communication architectures and explores digital twin applications in aerial networks. Publication Trends: Recent publications emphasize decentralized UAV service deployment, beam alignment using UWB localization, TDMA scheduling for aerial swarms, and semantic flow control. These reflect a strong trend toward intelligent, adaptive, and context-aware communication systems for IoT and mobility. Best Paper Award, IEEE, 2022 Best Conference Paper, IEEE, 2016 Best Poster Paper Award, IEEE, 2015 Advising and Grants: He has supervised 4 academic works and leads multiple funded research projects, including TÜBİTAK and SRP grants on federated learning in flying networks, semantic VANETs, AI-based intrusion detection, and UAV-assisted IoT for crisis management. Labs and Teams: His work is supported by active research teams at ITU, focusing on testbed development using SDRs, digital twins, and real-world deployment of UAV networks. He collaborates internationally, including past affiliations with Northeastern University.
Sermet DEMİR is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Engineering , Department of Mechanical Engineering , Doğuş University. His work focuses on additive manufacturing, orthotic device design, and mechanical property optimization of composite materials. He teaches courses such as Experimental Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, and Computer-Aided Design. Education : BSc and MSc in Mechanical Engineering from Marmara University; PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Marmara University (2018). Research Interests center on biomedical devices, 3D printing, and structural analysis. His publications often employ the Taguchi method, Response Surface Methodology (RSM), and Quality Function Deployment (QFD) for design optimization. Recent works explore triply periodic minimal surface (TPMS) metamaterials, war bow mechanics, and adhesive joint performance. Scientific Awards are not explicitly mentioned in the text. His projects are sponsored by Doğuş University Scientific Research Projects Coordination Unit (grants 2021–22-D1-B02).
