Dr. Emre Alp is an Associate Professor at the Environmental Engineering Department of Middle East Technical University (METU) , where he has served since 2014. Previously, he held roles as Assistant Professor (2011-2014), Instructor (2008-2011), and Part-time Instructor (2008). His research spans Watershed Management , Water-Energy-Food Nexus , and Environmental Economics , with a focus on Diffuse Pollution and Water Quality Modeling using GIS and Remote Sensing . Education : Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering (2006), M.S. in Environmental Engineering (1999), and B.S. in Environmental Engineering (1997) from METU and Marquette University. Research : His work integrates Environmental Risk Assessment with optimization models like SWAT for nutrient load analysis, economic valuation of ecosystems, and urban waterway pollution control. Key projects include Sustainable Stormwater Management on METU campus and Water-Energy Nexus studies in Turkey. Publications : Over 14 refereed journal articles since 2007, focusing on Urban Hydrology , Environmental Economics , and Watershed Modeling . Awards : Post-Doctoral Scholarship (Marquette University, 2006-2008) and Research/Teaching Assistantships (Marquette, 2000-2006). Students : Supervised 2 Ph.D. and 7 M.S. theses on topics like climate change impacts, water allocation, and pollution control.
Prof. Dr. Göksel N. Demirer is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Engineering, Middle East Technical University (METU), Ankara, Turkey. His academic career spans over two decades, holding roles from Lecturer to Chairperson of the Department (2006-2012). He specializes in Anaerobic Biotechnology, Wastewater Engineering, and Sustainable Production systems. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Vanderbilt University (1996) M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Environmental Engineering, METU (1991, 1989) Research Interests: Focuses on anaerobic digestion of organic wastes, bioenergy generation, cleaner production, nutrient recovery (struvite precipitation), and industrial symbiosis. His work bridges environmental biotechnology with sustainable industrial practices, emphasizing waste-to-resource转化 and pollution prevention. Awards & Recognition: Recipient of METU's Academic Performance Award (2001-2012) Mustafa Parlar Educator of the Year Award (2000-2001, 2005-2006) Australian Endeavour Research Fellowship (2007) Professional Roles: President of Water Environment Association of Turkey (2001-2003) Editorial Board Member of Journal of Cleaner Production and International Journal of Environmental Sciences Lead over 25 research projects as PI, including EU-funded collaborations on nutrient recovery and bioenergy Advising & Capacity Building: Supervised 26 Ph.D./M.Sc. theses, developed METU's Cleaner Production course, and conducted nationwide training programs for municipalities and industries. Labs & Collaborations: Active in anaerobic digestion and bioenergy research through METU's Environmental Engineering labs. Collaborates with institutions like RMIT University (Australia), Trier University (Germany), and Villanova University (USA).
Öznur Öncül Demir is an Assistant Professor at Abdullah Gül University, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Department of Psychology . Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at Zonguldak Bulent Ecevit University (2015-2022) and Research Assistant at Middle East Technical University (2005-2014). Doctorate : Middle East Technical University (2014) Postgraduate : Middle East Technical University (2008) Undergraduate : Middle East Technical University (2005) Her research focuses on psychology of violence and emotional mechanisms of psychological disorders , particularly disgust in psychopathologies . She has conducted extensive interviews with prison inmates and collaborated with the University of Birmingham on sexual violence research. Recent publications examine self-disgust , traumatic stress in correctional officers , and anger management strategies . Conference contributions span topics like menopausal psychology , marital conflicts , and eating disorders , reflecting interdisciplinary interests in clinical and forensic psychology . METU Graduate School of Social Sciences Ph.D Thesis Award (2015) She has served as Deputy Head of Department at Abdullah Gül University (2024–) and organized peer reviews for journals like Journal of Religion and Health and Erciyes Akademi . Invited lectures cover anger control , workplace stress , and post-trauma resilience .
Selçuk Karabatı is a Professor of Operations Management at the College of Administrative Sciences and Economics, Koç University (Turkey). His research spans retail operations, sustainable supply chains, and production systems optimization. He holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin and has previously taught graduate courses in Service Operations Management , Operations Strategy , and Sustainable Operations Management at Koç University. Education : PhD (University of Texas at Austin), MS (University of Southern California), BS (Boğaziçi University) Editorial Roles : Senior/Associate Editor at Production and Operations Management and IIE Transactions His research focuses on Supply Chain Management , Retail Operations , and Sustainable Operations , with applications in inventory control, pricing strategies, and production planning. Recent and historical publications reveal expertise in optimization frameworks , dynamic pricing , portfolio rebalancing , and retail analytics . While no explicit scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his work has consistently addressed challenges in inventory substitution, auction mechanisms, and logistics coordination.
Prof. Dr. Fatma Gulen Iskender is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Engineering of Istanbul Technical University (ITU) , within the Faculty of Civil Engineering . She has held this position since 2007, following promotions from Associate Professor (2001–2007) and Research Assistant (1986–2001). Her work focuses on Biotechnology , Water and Wastewater Treatment , and Sustainability . She has extensive experience in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) , Advanced Oxidation Processes , and environmental toxicity reduction . Her research includes evaluating water treatment plants' environmental impacts, textile industry wastewater management, and occupational health and safety in manufacturing. She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water (SDG 6) and responsible consumption (SDG 12). Her research outputs span 37+ publications , with notable works on water treatment plant LCA, ozonation of textile auxiliaries, and toxicity assessment of pharmaceutical effluents. She is affiliated with organizations like TÜBİTAK-ARBIS, Istanbul University Community Medicine, and the Istanbul Women Entrepreneurs Council. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for industrial pollution and sustainable infrastructure.
Prof. Dr. Tamer Eren is a full-time professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Turkish Aeronautical Association University. His academic work focuses on operations research, fuzzy logic applications, and disaster management optimization. Research Areas: Operations Research, Multi-Criteria Decision Making, Fuzzy Logic, Integer Programming, Disaster Logistics, Sustainable Development Institutional Affiliation: Turkish Aeronautical Association University, Department of Industrial Engineering His recent research explores bibliometric analyses of graduate theses across diverse fields including green logistics, project scheduling, forest fire resource allocation, and wearable technology in industrial safety . Key methodologies include fuzzy decision-making frameworks, integer programming, and systematic literature reviews. Notably, he has developed optimization models for disaster response logistics, healthcare personnel scheduling, and mining sector safety technologies. Publications reveal interdisciplinary contributions spanning emergency surgical care , healthcare operations , and smart city planning using advanced computational techniques like spherical fuzzy AHP and Pythagorean fuzzy TOPSIS. His work emphasizes practical applications in Turkey, addressing regional challenges in urban infrastructure, water resource management, and industrial safety.
Dr. Fehmi Tanrısever is an Associate Professor at Bilkent University's Faculty of Business Administration. He specializes in Operations Management and Finance, with research focusing on commodity risk management, start-up operations, and the interface between operational and financial decisions. He previously served at Eindhoven University of Technology until 2013 and holds a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. Education: PhD in Supply Chain and Operations Management, McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin (2009) Research Interests: Commodity Risk Management Operations-Finance Interface Start-up Operations Supply Chain Finance Fintech Energy Operations His work bridges operational decisions with financial implications, particularly in energy markets and pandemic scenarios. Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes pandemic management strategies, energy market optimization, and financial hedging mechanisms. Papers often combine stochastic modeling with real-world applications in supply chain resilience and policy design. He is a Senior Editor for Production and Operations Management and has advised on energy market reforms like the Turkish Day-Ahead Electricity Market. No formal student advisees are listed in the provided materials.
Yavuz Acar is an Associate Professor at Boğaziçi University with a PhD from University of Houston. His academic expertise spans Supply Chain Management, Forecasting, and Operations Management. Dr. Acar's primary research interests include: Supply Chain Management and Integration Forecasting Methods and Error Measurement Inventory Management and Optimization Simulation and Hybrid Solution Methodologies Production and Operations Management Management Information Systems Enterprise Resource Planning His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on practical applications of forecasting techniques in supply chain contexts, with particular emphasis on global supply chain networks. Dr. Acar's research often explores the relationship between forecasting accuracy and operational performance, as well as the impact of supply chain integration on organizational effectiveness. His methodological approach frequently combines mathematical modeling with empirical analysis to address complex supply chain challenges. Dr. Acar has contributed to prestigious journals including the International Journal of Forecasting, Journal of the Operational Research Society, and International Journal of Production Economics. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in supply chain management. Professional Recognition: Active contributor to the Decision Sciences Institute conferences Published in FT Press conference proceedings for Decision Sciences Dr. Acar maintains an active research agenda focusing on the intersection of forecasting methodologies and supply chain management practices, with particular attention to global supply chain networks and their operational challenges.
Prof. Dr. Burak Aricak is a faculty member at Bursa Technical University , where he serves in the Faculty of Forestry under the Department of Forest Engineering . His work integrates geospatial technologies and environmental science to address critical forestry challenges. Research Focus : Forest Road Planning, Harvesting Techniques, GIS & Remote Sensing Applications, and Ergonomics. Key Publications (2023-2025) explore climate change effects on forest species distribution, heavy metal accumulation in trees, soil respiration dynamics post-harvesting, and UAV/LiDAR advancements for biomass estimation. Contact : burak.aricak@btu.edu.tr | +90 (224)-8081101
Murat YURTCAN is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Trakya University's Faculty of Science, with extensive administrative experience including Vice Rector (2019-2020), Institute of Science Director (2016-2020), and Vice Dean of Science Faculty (2013-2016). His primary research focuses on the taxonomy and faunistics of Ichneumonidae (Hymenoptera), particularly subfamilies like Pimplinae, Tryphoninae, and Cremastinae within Turkish ecosystems. His work spans regional studies across Thrace, Anatolia, Black Sea, and Aegean regions, emphasizing new species discovery and host-parasitoid relationships with agricultural relevance. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent specialization in Hymenoptera systematics, with geographic concentration on Turkish biodiversity hotspots. His research demonstrates strong methodological continuity in faunistic surveys, morphological analysis, and ecological documentation of parasitoid wasps. Teaching responsibilities include foundational courses such as Arthropods and Human Relations, Biological Control, Insect Ecology, and Parasitology, reflecting his entomological expertise.
Fatih Kasimoğlu is a Lecturer in the Department of Industrial Engineering. His research focuses on mathematical modeling and optimization techniques for industrial and supply chain systems. Key areas: Network interdiction, inventory optimization, CPM scheduling Methodologies: Bilevel programming, mixed integer programming, ABC analysis Industries: Automotive, textiles, transshipment/logistics Recent work analyzes vulnerabilities in transshipment networks (2023) and inventory cost reduction in textiles (2022). Earlier studies (2021) explored adversarial project management scenarios. Collaborations include researchers from Ankara Yildirim Beyazit University and other institutions.
Lecturer Vedat Görmez is affiliated with Gaziantep University’s Islahiye Vocational School, Department of Plant and Animal Production. His career at Gaziantep University spans from 2011 to present, including roles as Department Head and Farabi Coordinator. His educational background includes a PhD in Biology (2023), a Master’s in Occupational Health and Safety (2016), and a Biology Licence (2008). Education: PhD in Biology (2013–2023), Gaziantep University Master’s in Occupational Health and Safety (2015–2016), Gaziantep University Licence in Biology (2004–2008), Inönü University His research focuses on Entomology, Animal Systematics, and Organic Farming, with extensive studies on Tephritidae fruit flies, their genetic analysis, host plant relationships, and ecological interactions. He has contributed to insect microbiome research and biological control methods using entomopathogenic fungi. Recent publications include international journal articles and book chapters on topics like Host Plant Relationships of Fruit Flies (2024), Two New Records of Fruit Flies (2023), and Insect Microbiomes (2025). These works highlight trends in Diptera taxonomy, agricultural pest management, and molecular ecology. He has participated in 35 conferences, including presentations on fruit fly fauna in Hatay (2024) and genetic analysis of Euaresta bullans (2019). His projects, such as Biodiversity Inventory in Gaziantep and Fruit Fly Fauna in Yozgat , emphasize ecological and agricultural applications.
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.
Prof. Dr. Ismail Toroz is a Professor at the Department of Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (İTÜ). He holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from İTÜ and has over 35 years of academic and professional experience. His research focuses on air and water pollution control, environmental chemistry, noise control, waste management, and environmental legislation. He has held significant administrative roles including Acting Dean (2016-2017) and Advisor to the Rector (since 2021) at İTÜ. **Education**: BSc in Chemical Engineering (İTÜ, 1976), MSc in Environmental Engineering (İTÜ, 1981), PhD in Environmental Engineering (İTÜ, 1988). Completed a post-doctorate at Drexel University (1990-1991). **Research Interests**: Development of advanced water treatment technologies, disinfection by-product formation, hazardous waste management, noise pollution assessment, and environmental policy implementation. He has authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications and has led projects on wastewater treatment, industrial pollution control, and sustainable waste management systems. **Awards**: Recognized by the Turkish Academy of Sciences (TUBA) in 2015 for contributions to environmental engineering. His work includes pioneering studies on nanofiltration for textile wastewater treatment and membrane-based advanced oxidation processes. **Grants and Projects**: Managed EU-funded initiatives on hazardous waste inventory systems and collaborated on EU-Turkey environmental governance projects. His research group focuses on Istanbul’s water quality, urban noise mapping, and agricultural soil contamination. **Labs/Teams**: Leads the Environmental Pollution Control Laboratory at İTÜ, specializing in water treatment technologies, air quality monitoring, and waste management innovations.
Cihan CILBIRCIOĞLU is a Lecturer at Kastamonu University's Vocational School of Plant and Animal Production , Department of Plant and Animal Production. His academic credentials include a PhD in Plant Protection (2017) and MSc in Plant Protection (2009) from Ankara University, along with a Bachelor's in Science Education from Gazi University (2002). PhD in Plant Protection, Ankara University (2009-2017) MSc in Plant Protection (Without Thesis), Ankara University (2006-2009) BSc in Science Education, Gazi University (1998-2002) His research focuses on Entomology , Acarology , and Pesticides & Toxicology , particularly studying mite biodiversity in agricultural systems. Recent work includes acaricide impact assessments on garlic crops and taxonomic descriptions of predatory mites. Key publications include taxonomic studies on Parasitengona mites (2024, 2023), ecological surveys of oribatid mites (2020), and first records of Halolaelapidae species in Turkey (2019). His 2018 paper on acaricide effects on bulb mites highlights practical pest management strategies. Professional roles include serving as Department Head since 2021 and leading research projects on garlic pests and bark beetle-mite associations in the Black Sea region. Collaborations span institutions in Turkey, Iran, and international teams from South Africa and Bosnia-Herzegovina.
