Dong Zhao is a Research Fellow at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence, University of Cyprus. He holds a Ph.D. in Control Science and Engineering from Beijing University of Chemical Technology (2016) and a B.S. in Automation (2011). B.S., Automation, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, 2011 Ph.D., Control Science and Engineering, Beijing University of Chemical Technology, 2016 His research focuses on fault diagnosis , fault-tolerant control , two-dimensional systems , linear estimation , and active disturbance rejection control . Recent work emphasizes resilience in cyber-physical systems under cyber-attacks and advanced data-driven control methodologies. The 15 most recent publications highlight trends in distributed control for nonlinear systems, cybersecurity in industrial systems , soft sensing , and encrypted control systems . Topics include replay attack detection , deception attacks , and applications to power systems and quadcopters. Current affiliations include postdoctoral research at the University of Cyprus since 2018, following a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Duisburg-Essen (2017–2018). Research is conducted at the KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence.
Prof. Dr. Sonuç Zorlu Oğurlu serves as Professor and Vice Rector at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU) within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mathematics, where he has maintained an active academic and administrative presence for over two decades. His foundational role in shaping EMU's mathematical research infrastructure is evident through sustained leadership in both scholarly and institutional capacities. His academic credentials include: PhD in Mathematics from Eastern Mediterranean University (1998-2003) MS in Mathematics from Eastern Mediterranean University (1995-1998) BS in Mathematics from Hacettepe University (1995) Professor Oğurlu's research program centers on advanced mathematical frameworks with emphasis on Fractional Calculus and Differential Equations. He pioneers work in Fractional Evolution Equations, Caputo-type sequential systems, and orthogonal polynomial theory, frequently bridging abstract mathematics with engineering applications through quantum calculus and fixed-point methodologies. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent innovation in analytical techniques for complex dynamical systems. He has mentored 18 graduate researchers across two degree levels: PhD Candidates: Adham Gudaimat (2024): Controllability of Fractional Evolution Equations İlkay Onbaşı (2021): W-Multiple Meixner Polynomials Mahir Mohammad Ata Almatarneh (Ongoing): Existence Problems for Fractional Differential Equations Ertan Akacan (Ongoing): w-(p,q) Classical Orthogonal Polynomials Master's Graduates: Ertan Akacan (2020): Classical Orthogonal Polynomials Asmaa M. R. Alwaleed (2019): Fixed Point Theorems Farhad Mustafa Taher (2018): Quantum Integral Inequalities Ahmed Hersi Mohamed Matan (2017): Quantum Calculus Applications Hemn Pirot Hussein (2017): Caputo-Type Sequential Equations İlkay Onbaşı (2017): Orthogonal Polynomials & Operators Nouman Arshad (2017): Fractional Integrodifferential Equations Kawa Sardar Mohammed Ali (2016): Bernstein-Type Operators Oluwasegun Gbenga Ogunbayo (2016): Markov Processes Oluwafemi Oludu (2015): Martingale Theory Ceren Ustaoglu (2014): Generalized Bernstein Polynomials Olivia Ada Obi (2013): Differential Equation Stability Günes Catma (2013): Bernoulli & Euler Polynomials Tolgay Karanfiller (2005): Finite Dimensional Linear Systems No scientific awards are documented in available records. His dual role as Vice Rector underscores significant administrative leadership alongside ongoing scholarly contributions to mathematical sciences.
Professor Suzan Cival Buranay is a faculty member at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Eastern Mediterranean University, serving as Department Head in Mathematics. She earned her PhD in Mathematics (2007), MS in Applied Mathematics (1995), and BS in Applied Mathematics (1993) from the same university. Research Interests: Her work focuses on Fractional calculus and its applications to differential equations Numerical analysis of finite difference schemes and hexagonal grids Approximation theory with modified Bernstein-Kantorovich operators Preconditioning techniques for linear systems and ill-posed problems Computational methods for heat equations and Volterra integral equations Recent Contributions: She has developed high-accuracy numerical methods for fractional boundary value problems, Caputo derivatives, and singular integral equations. Her work on hexagonal grid approximations for heat equation derivatives has advanced computational efficiency. Thesis Supervision: She has advised 5 PhD students and 6 MS students, with ongoing supervision of two PhD/MS theses. Her supervised works include collocation methods for fractional equations and implicit schemes for heat equations. Projects: Currently leading a project on collocation methods for generalized Bagley-Torvik equations (2023-2024), and previously worked on block-grid methods for Laplace equations with singularities (2010-2011).
Prof. Dr. Aykut Hocanın is a Professor in the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Department at Eastern Mediterranean University, Faculty of Engineering, in Gazimağusa, Northern Cyprus. He has held various academic and administrative positions at the university since 2000, including Assistant Professor (2000), Associate Professor (2006), Professor (2012), Vice Chairman (2003-2007), Chairman (2007-2014), Dean of the Faculty of Engineering (2014-2020), and Rector of Eastern Mediterranean University (2020-2023). His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Boğaziçi University (1994-2000), an M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M University (1992-1993), and a B.S.E.E. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Rice University (1988-1992). Prof. Hocanın's research interests span a wide range of topics in signal processing and communications. His work primarily focuses on adaptive filtering algorithms, wireless communication systems, and signal processing techniques. He has made significant contributions to the development of recursive inverse adaptive filtering algorithms, sparse system identification, and applications in echo cancellation and interference suppression. His research bridges theoretical developments with practical implementations in communication systems. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on adaptive signal processing techniques, particularly recursive inverse adaptive filtering algorithms and their applications. His work extends to two-dimensional signal processing, impulsive noise environments, and MIMO systems. The research shows a consistent progression from fundamental algorithm development to practical applications in communication systems. His scientific achievements have been recognized through various scholarships and honors: Fahir İlkel Ph.D Scholarship, Boğaziçi University President's Honor List, Rice University CASP Scholarship from AMIDEAST He is an active member of the scientific community, serving as a reviewer for numerous prestigious journals including IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing and IEEE Transactions on Communications. Prof. Hocanın has supervised numerous graduate students, with many of his publications co-authored with PhD and Master's candidates. He has led research projects, including a TRNC Ministry of Education project on "Adaptive Filtering for Interference Cancellation." His service to the academic community extends to conference organization roles, including Technical Program Chairman for SİU 2013 and Conference co-chairman for ICSCCW 2009. He maintains active professional affiliations as a Senior Member of IEEE (with memberships in Communications Society, Signal Processing Society, and Vehicular Technology Society) and a Senior Member of ACM, demonstrating his standing in the international research community.
