Prof. Dr. Aysel Uzuntaş is a full-time Professor at the Turkish-German University's Faculty of Culture and Social Sciences, where she heads the Department of Cultural and Communication Sciences. She concurrently serves as Vice Rector since 2022. Previously, she held leadership roles including Dean of the Faculty (2018-2021) and Director of the School of Foreign Languages (2013-2022). Her research spans: Comparative Linguistics : Turkish-German structural analysis Intercultural Communication : Cross-cultural understanding in language contexts Bilingual Education : Turkish-German language acquisition frameworks Pedagogical Innovation : Integrated reading-writing methodologies She received a DAAD Research Scholarship supporting extended research at four German institutions: University of Passau, Freiburg School of Education, IDS Mannheim, and Bielefeld University where she later became a Visiting Professor. Administratively, she oversees academic programs and institutional development while continuing research in linguistic analysis and language education reform.
İbrahim SAĞLAM currently serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Basic Islamic Sciences , Faculty of Islamic Sciences , Kırşehir Ahi Evran Üniversitesi since 2021. He holds a PhD in Hadith from Ankara University (2017) and an MA in Hadith from Gazi University (2008). Education : PhD (Hadith), Ankara University (2017) MA (Hadith), Gazi University (2008) BA (Theology), Ankara University (1999) Research Interests focus on Hadith Studies , Islamic Theology , and Arabic Linguistics , with particular emphasis on: Textual criticism of Prophetic traditions Applications of artificial intelligence in Hadith analysis Prophetic models for social cohesion Historical evolution of Hadith compilation Publications demonstrate expertise in: Hadith hermeneutics Medieval Islamic textual practices Modern reinterpretations of classical sources Intersections between Islamic tradition and contemporary issues Awards : Achievement Certificate (2014) His academic career includes extensive work on hadith criticism , Qur'anic exegesis , and contemporary Islamic sociology , with a notable focus on how traditional Islamic concepts address modern social challenges.
Prof. Dr. Ramazan Arslan serves as a part-time Professor at the Faculty of Law, Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), based in office L-212. Originally employed at another institution, he teaches law courses at EMU while maintaining primary affiliation elsewhere. Contact details: +90 392 630 2391, ramazan.arslan@emu.edu.tr . Education: PhD in Law, Ankara University (1975) LL.B. in Law, Ankara University (1969) His scholarly focus spans core legal disciplines including Comparative Law (evidenced by EMU's joint Master's program with University of Bologna), Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, and International Law. This expertise directly supports EMU's Turkish-language law programs: Bachelor of Law (Thesis), Master's in Law (Thesis), and Master's in Comparative Law (Non-Thesis). As part of EMU's academic structure within the Faculty of Law, his role contributes to a university ecosystem featuring 15 faculties, 5 research schools, and 16 research centers including the Eastern Mediterranean Cultural Heritage Research Center and Cyprus Studies Center.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. CAN AZER serves as a faculty member at the Faculty of Law, Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) in Northern Cyprus, holding office L-217 with contact details can.azer@emu.edu.tr and +90 392 630 2642. His academic career is anchored in EMU's legal education framework, contributing to undergraduate and graduate programs including the Turkish-language Law Bachelor's and Master's degrees. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Public Law from Ankara University (2003-2010) MA in Law from Eastern Mediterranean University (2001-2003) BA in Law from Eastern Mediterranean University (1997-2001) Dr. Azer's scholarly focus centers on Public Law with rigorous specialization in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law. His expertise examines governmental power structures, constitutional interpretation mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks within legal systems. This work extends to Legal Theory, analyzing jurisprudential foundations and contemporary challenges in legal philosophy. His research directly informs EMU's law curriculum and thesis supervision activities. No scientific awards were documented in available records. Dr. Azer supervises master's theses within EMU's Faculty of Law programs, particularly supporting the Turkish-language Master's in Law (with Thesis) and Comparative Legal Systems programs. While specific student names and thesis topics aren't listed, his advisory role forms a core component of graduate legal education at EMU. No research grants or external funding sources were referenced. No laboratory affiliations, research teams, or collaborative projects were identified in the source materials.
ULVİ NAİL GÜN serves as a Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) in TRNC-Famagusta. Based in office L-305, he can be contacted via telephone (+90 392 630 3171) or email (ulvi.gun@emu.edu.tr). His academic career is anchored within EMU's legal education framework, contributing to programs including the Bachelor of Law and joint Master's in Comparative Law with the University of Bologna. His educational background includes: LL.M. in Law from Eastern Mediterranean University (2007) BA in Law from Eastern Mediterranean University (2005) Mr. Gün's research spans foundational legal disciplines with emphasis on Comparative Law methodologies. His work intersects with Turkish legal systems and international frameworks, particularly through EMU's collaboration with the University of Bologna on cross-jurisdictional legal education. This focus manifests in curriculum development for Turkey-focused law programs and thesis supervision within EMU's Turkish-language legal tracks. As a core faculty member, he participates in institutional governance through Faculty Board and Committee structures while delivering instruction across undergraduate and graduate law programs. His role encompasses course development for mandatory legal curricula and thesis guidance within EMU's Turkish-medium academic environment.
Ümit Atlamaz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Boğaziçi University, where he also serves as Deputy Department Head. His academic work spans theoretical morphosyntax and computational linguistics, with a focus on case theory, agreement phenomena, and computational approaches to linguistic analysis. Dr. Atlamaz received his academic training at prestigious institutions: PhD in Linguistics, Rutgers University, USA (2019) MA in Linguistics, Boğaziçi University, Turkey (2012) BA in Foreign Language Education, Boğaziçi University, Turkey (2009) His research expertise lies at the intersection of theoretical syntax and computational linguistics. Dr. Atlamaz investigates complex phenomena including case theory, differential object marking, agreement disruptions, and null arguments from a generative perspective. His computational work focuses on natural language inference, sentiment analysis, and ontological representations, particularly for Turkish and other languages. His theoretical work often examines challenging cases from Kurmanji, Laz, and Turkish to refine our understanding of syntactic principles. Dr. Atlamaz's publication record demonstrates a consistent trajectory from theoretical syntax toward increasingly computational approaches. While his earlier work focused on case and agreement phenomena in Kurdish and Caucasian languages, his recent publications show a growing emphasis on computational methods, including neural network approaches to morphological analysis and computational modeling of language change. His research bridges formal linguistic theory with practical computational applications. Dr. Atlamaz actively contributes to the academic community through teaching and collaboration. He teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses in syntax, semantics, and computational linguistics. He co-organizes the ST@BU (Syntactic Theory at Boğaziçi University) reading group, which focuses on advanced topics in syntactic theory. His collaborations span multiple institutions and include work with researchers at Facebook and Google on natural language processing projects. Dr. Atlamaz leads research projects including "Turkish Eksiltim" (Boğaziçi University Scientific Research Projects 19348) and participates in multiple collaborative research initiatives. He has presented his work at numerous international conferences and workshops, demonstrating active engagement with the global linguistics community.
Ayşe CANER serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Sciences at Boğaziçi University's Faculty of Education, where she has held academic positions since 1998—initially as Instructor (1998-2011) and subsequently as Assistant Professor (2011-present), though her current directory title confirms Associate Professor status. Her institutional roles include teaching core courses such as Educational Administration (ED 352) and Program Development (ED 270), alongside supervision of graduate research. Her academic credentials feature a BA (1983) and MA (1986) from Ankara University, complemented by an MA from Ohio State University (1989) and PhD from the University of Pittsburgh (1997). Educational milestones are structured as: Ankara University: BA (1983), MA (1986) Ohio State University: MA (1989) University of Pittsburgh: PhD (1997) Research expertise centers on Educational Administration and Leadership , Educational Policy , and Program Development/Implementation , with empirical work examining Turkish educational structures through lenses of policy fidelity, administrative efficacy, and student outcomes. Her scholarship consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with institutional practice, particularly in laboratory school environments. Publication analysis reveals persistent focus on Turkish educational reform (1986-2010), with dominant themes in teacher-student dynamics (e.g., 2010 Cross-Cultural Research study), school development projects (2004), and policy implementation failures (1999 credit system analysis). Methodologically, her work combines qualitative case studies with quantitative evaluation metrics. Key recognitions include: KALDER Expertise Group of the Year 2000 for Total Quality Management in education Turkish Ministry of Education Ph.D. Scholarship (1987-1994) Mentorship encompasses 13 completed theses (8 master's, 1 PhD) and 5 ongoing supervisees across topics like refugee education and teacher precarity. Project leadership includes the European Union-funded European Values Education (EVE) initiative (Ref: 503068-LLP-1-2009-1-NL-COMENIUS-CMP) and Erasmus Program collaborations with Bremen University (2006-2007), demonstrating sustained international engagement.
Stefano CANALIS serves as a Professor and Erasmus Incoming Coordinator at Boğaziçi University's Department of Linguistics. His academic career spans Italian and Turkish phonological systems with expertise in historical sound change and vowel harmony phenomena. PhD in Linguistics, University of Padua (2008) MA in Communication Sciences, University of Turin (2002) His research centers on phonological representations, feature theory, stress systems, vowel length, and vowel harmony across Romance and Turkic languages. Specializing in historical phonology, he investigates irregular sound change mechanisms in Old Tuscan while extending his research to Turkish phonological processes including vowel shortening and palatalization. His work bridges phonetics-phonology interactions with historical linguistics. Recent publications reveal a clear trajectory from Italian dialectology toward Turkish phonology, with increasing focus on vowel harmony systems across language families. His 2020-2023 work demonstrates sophisticated analysis of Turkish front glides and palatalized consonants within broader phonological frameworks. As an active researcher, he leads BAP project 16021 on syllable phonology since 2020 and previously held postdoctoral positions at Padua University studying Romance vowel harmony and sound change irregularity. Professor CANALIS teaches core linguistics courses including Phonology (LING 201), Advanced Phonology (LING 320), Historical Linguistics (LING 324), and graduate-level Aspects of Phonology (LING 501), maintaining a consistent teaching schedule from 2018-2022 across undergraduate and graduate levels.
Balkız ÖZTÜRK BAŞARAN is a Professor and Department Head at Boğaziçi University's Department of Linguistics. She holds office JF 303 and can be reached at balkiz.ozturk@boun.edu.tr. Her academic career spans theoretical and descriptive linguistics with a focus on understudied languages of the Caucasus region. Her educational background includes a PhD in Linguistics from Harvard University (2004), an MA in Linguistics from Boğaziçi University (1999), and a BA in Translation and Interpretation from Boğaziçi University (1996). Her research interests center on Caucasian Languages, Altaic Languages, Turkish Languages, Theoretical Syntax, and Semantics. She has made significant contributions to the documentation and analysis of Laz language varieties, particularly Pazar Laz, Ardesheni Laz, and Muş Kurmanji. Her work bridges theoretical syntax with empirical fieldwork on lesser-documented languages, examining phenomena like case systems, applicatives, verb-framing, and possessive constructions. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward computational linguistics applications, particularly in Turkish language processing, while maintaining her core research on Caucasian languages. This dual focus demonstrates her ability to integrate theoretical linguistic insights with practical computational applications. She has served as principal investigator or researcher on multiple significant projects including the Deep Learning Based Turkish Dependency Parser (2018-present), Language Interaction in Turkey: Documentation and Analysis (2018-present), and Argument and Adjunct Distinction in Muş Kurmanji (2017-present), all funded by TÜBİTAK and Boğaziçi University Research Fund. Her teaching portfolio includes undergraduate courses in Morphology (Ling 202), Syntax (Ling 203), Typology (Ling 206), and Syntax and Semantics of Turkish (Ling 314), as well as graduate courses in Syntactic Theory (Ling 541), Readings in Linguistics (Ling 572), and Syntax of Voice (Ling 58H). She has presented her research at numerous international conferences and has given invited talks at institutions including Harvard University, University of Toronto, and Dokuz Eylül University.
Dr. Şule Firat Durdukoca is an Associate Professor in the Special Education Department at the Faculty of Education, Kafkas University, Turkey. She has been serving as a full-time academic since 2013, initially as a Doctoral Academic Member and promoted to Associate Professor in 2019. During her tenure, she has held administrative positions including Department Chair (2017-2023) and Head of Academic Discipline (2015-2017). Her academic work spans curriculum development, special education, and teacher training with over 87 publications and 260 citations. Dr. Firat Durdukoca's educational background includes: PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from İnönü University, Institute of Educational Sciences (2008-2013) Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction (Thesis) from İnönü University, Institute of Social Sciences (2006-2008) Bachelor's Degree in Basic Education from İnönü University, Faculty of Education (2002-2006) Her primary research interests focus on curriculum development and special education, with particular emphasis on teacher training, educational psychology, and inclusive education practices. She has extensively studied teachers' perspectives on curriculum implementation, special education needs, and the development of teaching methodologies. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, addressing challenges in both mainstream and specialized educational settings. She has contributed significantly to understanding how teachers perceive and implement educational reforms and specialized programs. Analysis of her recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on contemporary educational challenges including refugee student integration, future literacy concepts, and environmental education awareness. Her work demonstrates a consistent pattern of investigating teacher and pre-service teacher perspectives across various educational contexts. She frequently employs qualitative methods with metaphor analysis and cognitive structure examination being notable methodological approaches. Her research spans multiple educational levels from preschool through high school, with particular attention to special education needs and inclusive practices. Dr. Firat Durdukoca has supervised two master's students to completion: Nurdamla Aybirdi Yazıcı (2024) on foreign language teaching and Suna Çağa (2024) on value perception in physical education. She has taught numerous courses across undergraduate and graduate programs including Special Education, Educational Psychology, Measurement and Evaluation, and Inclusive Education practices. Her 2018-2021 project "The Effect of Fluent Reading Applications on Turkish Teacher Candidates' Views on Reading" demonstrates her commitment to practical educational research that addresses specific classroom challenges.
Ute Bohnacker is Professor of Linguistics at Uppsala University's Department of Linguistics and Philology and also holds the position of Reader in Scandinavian Languages. She has made significant contributions to the field of linguistics through her research on language acquisition, bilingualism, and narrative analysis, with particular focus on Germanic languages and multilingual child development in the Swedish context. Her research expertise spans first and second language acquisition, bilingualism, narrative structures, grammar, and discourse, with special interest in Germanic languages. Bohnacker's recent work has expanded into language assessment and impaired populations, examining both typical and atypical multilingual child language development. She has conducted morphosyntactic studies of Icelandic and Swedish child language, investigated word order and discourse pragmatics in adult second and third language learners, and contributed to theory-building in second language research regarding the influence of first and second languages on third language acquisition. Bohnacker's publication record from 2021-2025 reveals a consistent focus on bilingual language development across multiple language pairs (Turkish-Swedish, Arabic-Swedish, German-Swedish), with particular attention to narrative macrostructure, vocabulary development, and language assessment. Her work demonstrates a clear progression from theoretical linguistics to practical applications in educational and clinical settings, with increasing emphasis on developmental language disorders in bilingual contexts. She has been actively involved in the European network COST Action IS0804 on multilingualism and language impairment and has led the development of the Multilingual Assessment Instrument for Narratives (MAIN), now used worldwide. Currently, she leads the interdisciplinary BiLI-TAS project (funded by Vetenskapsrådet 2014-2019 and Riksbankens jubileumsfond 2020-) that maps language development in bilingual Turkish-, Arabic-, and German-speaking preschool children and early school-age children in Sweden. Bohnacker's research group examines language development in both heritage languages and Swedish, identifying typical developmental stages and warning signs for atypical development (language disorder). Her empirical results have direct relevance for theory-building in language acquisition research, language disorders, and speech therapy practice.
Thomas Eder is a Lecturer in the Department of German Studies at the University of Vienna, Faculty of Philology and Cultural Studies. He has taught courses on Modern German Literature since 2002/2003 and currently leads classes on topics like 'Erzählen in der Literatur' and 'Schauplätze in der Literatur (Städte, Hotels, Räume)'. His research focuses on Austrian avant-garde movements, cognitive poetics, and the intersection of philosophy, literature, and experimental writing. Key Research Areas: Austrian Neo-Avant-garde, Cognitive Narratology, Poetics of Knowledge, Literary Epistemology, Holocaust Representation, Intermediality Scientific Awards Wissenschaftspreis der Österreichischen Gesellschaft für Germanistik (2002) FWF Fellowship (2005/06) Theodor-Körner-Preis für Wissenschaft (1996) Talentförderungsprämie Oberösterreich (2000) Notable Contributions include editing the Oswald Wiener Werkausgabe , organizing the 34. Autorenprojekt in der Alten Schmiede (1999-2000), and curating the Heimrad Bäcker exhibition (2002-2003). His work bridges Austrian literary avant-gardes with contemporary cognitive theories, emphasizing language's role in knowledge formation and artistic agitation.
Gülsüm Akbas serves as a Teaching Associate Professor in the Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies at the University of Copenhagen, where she delivers comprehensive Turkish language instruction across Bachelor (BA) and Candidate (KA) degree levels while supervising students during study abroad semesters. Her academic expertise spans multiple interconnected domains: Comparative linguistics: Structural analysis of language relationships with emphasis on Turkish Translation: Theoretical frameworks and practical applications in cross-cultural contexts Literary and cultural analysis: Interpretation of texts within societal frameworks Societal debate: Language as a vehicle for contemporary discourse Language history: Evolutionary trajectories of Turkish and related languages Web-based teaching: Digital pedagogy innovations for language acquisition Professor Akbas provides critical academic guidance during students' international experiences, connecting classroom learning with cultural immersion. Her course portfolio includes Turkish Propaedeutics sequences, media analysis, literary methodology, and structure/change seminars—all integrating language components with broader regional studies. While specific research grants and laboratory facilities aren't documented, her focus on digital teaching methodologies demonstrates pedagogical innovation within Middle Eastern language education.
Yuksel Goktas is a Professor of Instructional Technology at Ataturk University in Turkey, specializing in the integration of technology in educational settings. With a strong research portfolio spanning over a decade, he has made significant contributions to the field of educational technology, particularly in flipped classroom methodology, augmented reality applications, and educational technology policy in Turkey. His research expertise encompasses: Web 2.0 technologies in education Technology integration strategies Instructional design models (ADDIE, ARCS, Gagne) Flipped classroom methodology and its impact on student motivation Augmented reality applications for language and history education Gamification in learning environments Virtual worlds as educational platforms Professor Goktas' scholarly work demonstrates consistent focus on practical applications of educational technology across various educational levels. His research on flipped classrooms has shown significant improvements in student motivation, achievement, and cognitive load reduction. His analyses of educational technology trends in Turkey provide valuable insights into national educational technology development and policy implementation. His publications reveal a strong emphasis on methodological rigor, with studies employing both quantitative and qualitative approaches to examine technology integration challenges and opportunities in Turkish educational contexts. Professor Goktas has contributed significantly to educational policy discussions through critical evaluations of technology integration projects in the Turkish education system, highlighting the need for better analysis of previous initiatives and more strategic planning for future technology implementation.
Associate Professor Onur Tokiz serves at Bingöl University's School of Social Sciences within the Department of Marketing and Advertising, Media and Communication Program since 2019. Previously, he held positions as a Turkish Language Instructor at the university's Language Teaching Application and Research Center (2009-2019) and as a high school Turkish Literature teacher (2007-2009). His academic credentials include: Bachelor's Degree: Turkish Language and Literature Teaching from Atatürk University, Kazım Karabekir Faculty of Education (2002-2007) Master's Degree: Modern Turkish Literature from Fırat University, Institute of Social Sciences (2009-2011) Doctorate: Modern Turkish Literature from Fırat University, Institute of Social Sciences (2011-2018) Prof. Tokiz's research centers on Turkish literary analysis with particular expertise in Modern Turkish Literature. His scholarly work dissects narrative structures, symbolic frameworks, and thematic elements across novels and short stories. He examines how authors employ Sufi discourse, archetypal symbolism, and innovative writing techniques to construct meaning, contributing significantly to the understanding of Turkey's literary heritage through both traditional criticism and contemporary analytical lenses. His publication pattern from 2017-2022 reveals sustained scholarly engagement with Turkish literary canon. The research consistently explores symbolic and structural dimensions across diverse genres—from poetry imagery to novelistic techniques—with increasing sophistication in later works. This trajectory demonstrates deepening analytical rigor while maintaining focus on foundational Turkish authors and texts.
