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Ahmet Taşağılمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient History
• Turkic Studies
• Eurasian History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Taşağıl is a prominent historian specializing in Turkic studies, Eurasian history, and pre-Islamic cultures. He holds the rank of Professor at Yeditepe University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, History Department, since 2015, and previously served at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University. His academic journey includes a PhD from Istanbul University (1989-1991) and extensive research on ancient Turkic empires like the Gokturks and Huns. Education: PhD in General Turkish History (Istanbul University), MSc in Medieval History (Istanbul University), BA in History (Istanbul University). Affiliations: Currently at Yeditepe University; previously at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University and Kirgizistan-Türkiye Manas Üniversitesi. Research Interests : Focuses on early Turkic states (Gokturks, Huns, Uyghurs), cross-cultural relations between Turkic and Chinese empires, shamanism, and pre-Islamic Turkic societies. His work bridges archaeology, ethnohistory, and political analysis, with a particular emphasis on primary sources like Chinese records and Orkhon inscriptions. Publications : Over 50 books and articles, including seminal works like Kök Tengri’nin Çocukları , Avrasya'nın Sekiz Asrı Çengizoğulları , and İslamiyet Öncesi Türkler . His research often examines the socio-political structures of nomadic empires and their legacy in Eurasian history. Awards : Recipient of the Moğalistan Devlet Onur Madalyası, Muğla Sıtkı Koçman Tarih Ödülü, and numerous academic honors. His contributions to Turkic cultural heritage are widely recognized internationally. Grants & Projects : Led projects on Central Asian archaeology, cultural atlas of the Turkic world, and historical studies of Siberian tribes. Collaborated with institutions in Kazakhstan, Russia, and Turkey. Teaching : Offers courses on pre-Islamic Turkic history, Eurasian empires, and historical methodology in Turkish and English.

• Anatomy
• Morphology
• Vascular Anatomy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Kenan Aycan is a Professor of Anatomy at Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, where he has served since 2019. He also holds the position of Department Head since 2020. Previously, he worked at Erciyes University as a School Director from 2011-2016. His academic career spans over four decades with significant contributions to anatomical sciences. Dr. Aycan earned his PhD in Basic Medical Sciences from Ege University's Faculty of Medicine (1983-1986) following his Bachelor's degree in Science from Ege University's Faculty of Science (1970-1975). He also holds a Certificate of Use of Experimental Animals from Erciyes University (2008). His research focuses on anatomical morphology, vascular structures, and developmental processes. Dr. Aycan has pioneered anatomical techniques including the 'Aycan's method' for corrosion preparations. His work spans comparative anatomy across various species, morphometric analyses of anatomical structures, and investigations into teratogenic effects and protective agents. He has extensively studied the foramen magnum using golden ratio principles, vascular anatomy of reproductive organs in ruminants, and auditory ossicles in sheep. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent focus on anatomical methodology development, morphometric studies of key anatomical structures, vascular anatomy investigations, and research on developmental processes and teratology. His work often employs plastic injection and corrosion techniques, CT imaging, and comparative approaches across human and animal models. Dr. Aycan has mentored numerous graduate students, serving as primary advisor for over 20 Master's and PhD theses covering diverse anatomical topics from vascular variations to developmental studies. His collaborative network includes researchers like Tufan Ulcay, Burcu Kamaşak, and others across Turkish institutions.

Ahmet TUTARمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organic Chemistry
• Photochemistry
• Bromination Reactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Tutar is a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry at Sakarya University . His academic activities include teaching courses such as Organic Chemistry I/II , Organic Synthesis Design , and Stereochemistry , alongside supervising numerous master's theses in organic synthesis and humic substance applications. Research Interests: Focus on bromination reactions , BODIPY dye synthesis , humic/fulvic acid characterization , computational chemistry , and pharmaceutical applications of organic compounds. Key Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize photobromination methods , metal-organic frameworks , and biological activity of brominated derivatives , with keywords spanning organic synthesis , biochemistry , and environmental chemistry . Thesis Supervision: Guided 35+ master's theses (2007-2013) on topics like synthesis of brominated indan derivatives , humic acid extraction , and photobromination of terpenes .

Taner Akbayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Physical Metallurgy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Taner Akbay is a faculty member at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Engineering , Department of Materials Science and Nanotechnology Engineering. He has held academic positions at institutions including Kyushu University, Oita University, and Imperial College London. Education: PhD in Materials Engineering (1993, Imperial College London); Master’s (1989) and Bachelor’s (1986) degrees from Middle East Technical University. His research spans Materials Engineering , Metallurgy , and Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) , with a focus on oxide ion conductivity, laser surface treatment, and phase transformations. Recent work explores photocatalysis , anion intercalation , and CO2 reduction using computational and experimental approaches. Key article trends include SOFC optimization (2004–2009), strain effects on catalysts (2015–2020), and dual-carbon battery technology (2016–2020). His work bridges fundamental metallurgy and advanced energy materials . Scientific Awards: Postdoctoral Research Sponsorship Award (EPSRC, UK) JSPS Fellowship (Japan) Daiwa Adrian Prize (2016, UK) PhD Studentship at Imperial College (European Commission) He has supervised multiple PhD and Master’s theses, including projects on dual-carbon batteries , microwave absorption nanocomposites , and rare earth recovery . Administrative roles include Head of Department (2020–2021). Non-University Experience: Worked with Mitsubishi Materials Corporation (2001), Çolakoğlu Metalurji (2010), and National Research Council Canada (2009).

Hakan Berumentمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Monetary Economics
• Macroeconomics
• Time Series Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hakan Berument is a Professor in the Department of Economics at Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey, where he has been teaching since 1995. His academic career spans over 25 years with progressive appointments from Assistant Professor to full Professor. He has also served as Director of the Bilkent Energy Policy Research Center (2018-2019) and Advisor/Director of Energy Studies at the Center for Middle Eastern Studies (2020-2022). Berument received his PhD in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1994, following an M.S. in Economics from the University of Kentucky (1989) and a B.S. in Economics from Middle East Technical University (1987). His research focuses on Monetary Economics, Macroeconomics, Time Series Analysis, and Econometrics, with particular emphasis on energy economics, oil price dynamics, and monetary policy effectiveness. Berument has made significant contributions to understanding the relationships between oil prices, exchange rates, and economic performance, especially in emerging markets and Turkey. His work frequently examines asymmetric price effects, market structures, and policy impacts across various energy sectors. Berument's recent publications reveal a strong focus on energy economics, particularly oil and electricity markets. His research employs advanced econometric techniques to analyze time series data, with growing attention to cross-border energy trade, price transmission mechanisms, and the interplay between financial markets and energy commodities. The breadth of his work spans from micro-level consumer behavior to macroeconomic policy implications. Ranked #1 among Turkish academic economists on supervising PhD dissertations (1990-2011) Ranked #4 among Turkish academic economists based on international publications (1999-2003) Parlar Foundation Young Investigator Award (2003) Turkish Social Sciences Association Young Social Scientist Promotion Award (2002) Research Fellow to Economic Research Forum (2005-Present) Vice-president, Econometric Research Association (2005-Present) Berument has supervised numerous graduate students, including over 15 Master's theses and several PhD dissertations. His research has been supported by various funding agencies including TUBITAK and the Economic Research Forum. He has served on editorial boards of multiple economics journals and contributed to policy discussions through his work with the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey and other institutions. He has advised on energy policy through his directorship roles and frequent participation in policy discussions. While not explicitly mentioned as leading a specific research lab, Berument has been instrumental in establishing academic initiatives including Pazar11 meetings among economists. His contributions to energy policy research through the Bilkent Energy Policy Research Center have shaped discussions on Turkish energy markets and policy frameworks.

Erkut Erdemمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
• Visual Saliency Prediction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Erkut Erdem is a Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Hacettepe University, where he leads the Computer Vision Laboratory (HUCVL). His research focuses on computer vision and machine learning, particularly on incorporating different kinds of context (spatial, temporal and cross-modal) into visual processing across all levels from low to high-level vision. He received his Ph.D. (2008), M.Sc. (2003), and B.Sc. (2001) from Middle East Technical University. Prior to joining Hacettepe University in 2010, he completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Télécommunications (2009-2010) and held visiting researcher positions at UCLA (2007) and Virginia Tech (2004). His current research interests include Visual Saliency Prediction, Automatic Image Description, Video/Photoset Summarization, Image Filtering, and Image Editing. Recent work has focused on multimodal learning with video-language models, diffusion-based image editing, and event-based vision for low-light conditions. His research has been published in top venues including NeurIPS, ICLR, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and ACL. He has received significant recognition including The Young Researcher Award from Turkish Academy of Sciences and being named a 2022 Outstanding Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Multimedia. He has secured multiple research projects funded by TUBITAK and received gift funds from Adobe Research for text-guided image synthesis work. Current Teaching: BBM202: Algorithms, AIN434/BBM444: Fundamentals of Computational Photography Graduate Supervision: 6 current Ph.D. students, numerous recent graduates including Burak Ercan (2024) and Aysun Kocak (2023) Professional Affiliations: Co-affiliated with Koç University and İş Bank AI Center (KUIS AI)

İbrahim Akdumanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Image Processing
• Communication
• Microwave Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. İbrahim Akduman is a Professor at the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering , Istanbul Technical University , specializing in microwave imaging and biomedical applications. His research spans antenna engineering, dielectric property analysis, and microwave hyperthermia systems.

• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Adsorption Processes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ferhan Çeçen is a Professor at the Institute of Environmental Sciences, Boğaziçi University (Istanbul, Turkey). He has held academic positions since 1990, including Professor since 1999, and has conducted research in environmental engineering and biotechnology. His expertise includes water/wastewater treatment, environmental biotechnology, and adsorption processes. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1990) M.S. in Environmental Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1993) B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Boğaziçi University (1984) Research Interests: Prof. Çeçen focuses on advanced water treatment technologies, including nanosilver effects on biological systems, biodegradation of pharmaceuticals, and adsorption using activated carbon. His work emphasizes practical solutions for hazardous pollutant mitigation in biological treatment systems. Key areas include: Environmental biotechnology applications Biodegradation kinetics and modeling Activated carbon integration in wastewater systems Toxicology of nanomaterials in water treatment Recent Projects (2015–2023): He leads projects funded by Boğaziçi University BAP and TÜBİTAK, including studies on micropollutant removal via granular activated carbon, nanosilver effects on biological systems, and biodegradation of pharmaceuticals. These projects address emerging contaminants and sustainable treatment methods. Grants and Advising: His grants include BAP-funded research on micropollutant adsorption and TÜBİTAK support for microbial product inhibition studies. He has advised numerous graduate students on environmental engineering topics, though specific student names are not listed in the provided texts. Labs and Teams: His research group collaborates on experimental and computational studies, focusing on lab/pilot-scale testing of water treatment innovations. Key facilities include Boğaziçi University's environmental engineering labs and partnerships with institutions like Munich Technical University.

Esra Ece Bayatمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Earthquake Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• Geotechnics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Esra Ece Bayat is an Associate Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), specializing in Earthquake Engineering, Soil Mechanics, and Geotechnics. She holds a PhD from Northeastern University (USA) and has been affiliated with ITU since 2010, progressing from Lecturer to her current rank. Her research focuses on liquefaction mitigation, soil-structure interaction, and dynamic soil behavior under seismic loads. She has led multiple projects funded by TUBITAK and BAP, including studies on induced partial saturation (IPS) techniques and p-y model development for earthquake-resistant designs. Her education includes a BSc from Middle East Technical University (1997–2002) and a PhD from Northeastern University (2004–2009). She has served in administrative roles such as Erasmus Coordinator and Education Coordinator, emphasizing international collaboration and academic development. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to resilient infrastructure and disaster risk reduction. Dr. Bayat has published extensively on topics like dynamic soil behavior, liquefaction assessment, and foundation systems. Her research combines experimental methods (e.g., laminar soil containers, shaking table tests) with numerical modeling (e.g., FLAC 3D, SASSI). Recent work addresses the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake’s impact on foundation systems in Iskenderun. She has advised over 20 graduate students and holds the ASCE Thomas Middlebrooks Award (2014).

Nezir KÖSEمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Econometrics
• Macroeconomics
• Financial Economics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nezir KÖSE is a Professor and currently serves as the Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences at Beykent University. He has previously held academic positions at Istanbul Gelişim University and Gazi University, where he advanced from Research Assistant to full Professor. His academic career spans over three decades, with continuous contributions in teaching, research, and administrative leadership. Beykent University – Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences (2020–Present) Istanbul Gelişim University – Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences (2017–2020) Gazi University – Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences (1990–2017) Education: Doctorate, Institute of Social Sciences, Gazi University (1992–1998) Degree, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Gazi University (1990–1992) Licence, Faculty of Science, Gazi University (1985–1989) His primary research interests include Econometrics , Macroeconomics , Financial Economics , Time Series Analysis , and Energy and Environmental Economics . He has made significant contributions to the analysis of inflation, exchange rate volatility, foreign direct investment, oil price impacts, and financial stability, with a regional focus on Turkey and emerging markets. His recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a dynamic research agenda involving cryptocurrency markets , climate change economics , machine learning applications , and nonlinear macroeconomic modeling . His work frequently employs advanced econometric techniques such as panel data analysis, VAR/SVAR models, GARCH models, and time-varying parameter estimation. Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in the provided text. Nezir KÖSE has supervised numerous graduate students, including PhD candidates who have completed theses on topics such as foreign direct investment, financial stability, oil price effects, and inflation uncertainty. He has also contributed to academic grants and collaborative research projects, particularly in energy and financial economics. He teaches core courses including Econometrics I & II , Time Series Analysis , and Nonparametric Statistics , demonstrating a strong commitment to pedagogy. He has authored several textbooks in econometrics and statistics, enhancing educational resources in Turkish academia. There is no indication of lab or team leadership, but his collaborative publications suggest active participation in research groups.

• Computer Learning
• Fuzzy Sets and Systems
• Decision Support Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Sadettin Emre Alptekin is a full Professor of Industrial Engineering at Galatasaray University, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, where he also serves as Vice Dean. Since joining the university as a research assistant in 2000, he has steadily advanced through the academic ranks, becoming an Assistant Professor (2006–2010), Associate Professor (2010–2023), and finally Professor in 2023. Education: PhD (Dr), Industrial Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Institute of Science and Technology, 2001–2006 MSc, Industrial Engineering, Galatasaray University, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, 1999–2001 BSc, Industrial Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Faculty of Management, 1995–1999 Languages: Advanced English (C1), Upper-Intermediate French (B2), Advanced German (C1) Research Interests: Prof. Alptekin’s research focuses on Computer Learning , Fuzzy Sets and Systems , and Decision Support Systems . His work integrates artificial intelligence, machine learning, and soft-computing techniques to solve complex industrial and managerial problems in areas such as supply chain management, quality function deployment, blockchain adoption, and mental-health prediction. Publication Trends: Across more than 50 refereed publications, Prof. Alptekin has consistently explored hybrid intelligent models that combine fuzzy logic, machine learning, and multi-criteria decision-making. Recent articles emphasize deep-learning-based anomaly detection in industrial time-series data, blockchain adoption in supply chains, and machine-learning applications in subjective well-being and mental-health modeling. Scientific Awards & Honors: No specific awards or medals are listed in the provided documents. Research Leadership & Funding: Since 2008 he has been the principal investigator (executive) of 12 nationally funded projects, covering topics such as Industry 4.0 sub-system design, Internet of Things applications, artificial neural networks in organizational decision-making, big-data analytics, and strategic decision processes. Graduate Advising: He has formally supervised at least 8 master’s theses and numerous undergraduate projects. Representative thesis titles include Gaussian-process-regression-based man-hour prediction, machine-learning-driven human-behavior modeling, recommender-system design for e-commerce, thyroid-nodule diagnosis from scintigraphic images, software-effort estimation via neural networks, spreadsheet heuristics for joint-replenishment problems, cross-selling decision systems in insurance, and profitability analyses of Turkish banks under disinflation. Laboratories & Teams: While no dedicated laboratory name is disclosed, his continuous role as Vice Dean and principal investigator implies active leadership of the Industrial Engineering department’s research clusters in intelligent systems and decision support technologies.

Fatih Ecevitمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Numerical Analysis
• Partial Differential Equations
• Scattering Theory
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Fatih Ecevit is Full Professor of Mathematics at Boğaziçi University, serving as Vice Chair of the Mathematics Department. Former research associate at Max-Planck-Institut für Mathematik in den Naturwissenschaften, Leipzig (2005-2007). Research develops computational methods for high-frequency scattering problems, including: Boundary element methods for wave propagation Asymptotic analysis of scattering phenomena Galerkin formulations for integral equations Lattice sum evaluations in graph theory Principal investigator for TÜBİTAK-funded project: 'Hybrid integral equation methods for high-frequency scattering problems' (2017-2020). Teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in numerical analysis, partial differential equations, and real analysis.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Numerical Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Ercan Yüksel is a full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), College of Engineering. He has been a faculty member at ITU since 1990, progressing from Assistant Professor to Professor in 2017. His research focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and numerical modeling, with applications in seismic design, energy dissipation, and structural health monitoring. PhD, Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University MS, Structural Engineering (with thesis), Istanbul Technical University BS, Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University His research interests are centered on earthquake engineering , particularly seismic input energy analysis , energy dissipation systems , reinforced and precast concrete structures , and seismic isolation . He actively investigates the dynamic behavior of structures under earthquake loads and develops innovative solutions for improving structural resilience. His work integrates advanced numerical modeling with experimental validation. Recent publications (2023–2025) highlight a strong focus on energy-based seismic design, performance of mechanical couplers, damping systems for high-voltage insulators, and fatigue behavior of railway tracks. These works are closely tied to real-world seismic events like the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake, demonstrating applied and impactful research. His scientific recognition includes: Notable Work Award, Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA), 2012 Golden Beam Award, Turkish Prefabricated Association, 2011 Prof. Yüksel is an active Principal Investigator on multiple research projects funded by ITU’s BAP program, covering topics such as smart sleepers for railway monitoring, novel seismic input energy spectra, and earthquake isolation for racking systems. He has supervised numerous theses and is involved in professional organizations including UNESCO-IPRED and the Turkish Earthquake Foundation. He leads research on structural health monitoring of ballasted railway lines using smart sleeper technology and is developing earthquake isolation systems for industrial storage racks. His lab integrates experimental testing with numerical simulation to validate new structural components under cyclic and biaxial loading.

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Seismic Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Hakkı Polat Gülkan is a Professor at Başkent University's Civil Engineering Department. With a PhD (1971) and Master's (1968) from the University of Illinois in Civil Engineering and a Bachelor's (1966) from METU, his career spans over five decades in earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and disaster management. PhD: University of Illinois, Civil Engineering (1971) Master's: University of Illinois, Civil Engineering (1968) Bachelor's: Middle East Technical University, Civil Engineering (1966) His research focuses on seismic risk assessment, structural behavior under extreme loads, and disaster mitigation strategies. Key contributions include earthquake simulator development, ground motion analysis, and retrofitting techniques for masonry and reinforced concrete structures. He has published extensively on deformation limits, response spectra, and historical building preservation. Recent work includes 15+ articles from 2024-2012 analyzing Istanbul's seismic hazards, Marmara region dynamics, and post-earthquake structural integrity. Conference papers address Turkey's endemic building vulnerabilities and deformation thresholds for seismic isolation systems. Scientific Achievements: Elected to U.S. National Academy of Engineering (2023) As an active journal reviewer for 13+ publications (2023-2024), he contributes to advancing earthquake engineering discourse. His teaching portfolio includes advanced structural analysis, concrete mechanics, and seismic design courses.

Aykut Koçمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Signal Processing
• Natural Language Processing
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aykut Koç is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering and a faculty member of the National Magnetic Resonance Research Center (UMRAM) at Bilkent University, Turkey. He leads the AykutKoc Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of machine learning, signal processing, natural language processing, and graph signal processing. Education: B.S. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2005, Bilkent University); M.S. in Electrical Engineering (2007), M.S. in Management Science and Engineering (2009), and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2011) under Professor Lambertus Hesselink at Stanford University; LL.B. in Law (Ankara University). His research integrates mathematical signal processing techniques (e.g., fractional Fourier and linear canonical transforms) with modern machine learning architectures like transformers and graph neural networks. Recent work explores semantic communication systems, bias mitigation in legal language models, and cross-modal applications in biomedical imaging and radar technology. Dr. Koç has published extensively in IEEE and Springer journals, with recent articles analyzing Fourier-enhanced transformers, graph-based NLP methods, and time-vertex signal analysis. His work addresses both theoretical innovations and practical applications, including schizophrenia diagnosis, legal outcome prediction, and maritime surveillance. Scientific Awards: Science Academy Young Scientists Award (BAGEP), 2023. He has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate researchers, many of whom have transitioned to top-tier institutions such as MIT, UCLA, and TU Darmstadt. Dr. Koç actively serves as Associate Editor for multiple IEEE journals and participates in conference program committees, including EMNLP's Natural Legal Language Processing (NLLP) workshop.