Distinguished Professor and research leader at Middle East Technical University with over two decades of experience driving innovation in advanced materials science and engineering. Proven expertise in securing significant research funding, publishing high-impact scholarly work, and cultivating the next generation of scientific talent through mentorship and advanced pedagogical practices. Dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to academic excellence within a globally recognized institution.
Ankara, Ankara, Türkiye
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Summary
Leads advanced research initiatives, teaches graduate and undergraduate courses, and contributes significantly to university administration and strategic development within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering.
Highlights
Spearheaded a comprehensive research portfolio encompassing 15+ major projects, securing over $2.5 million in competitive national and international grants from bodies like TÜBİTAK and the EU Horizon program.
Authored/co-authored 80+ peer-reviewed articles in top-tier international journals (e.g., Nature Materials, Advanced Materials, Acta Materialia), accumulating over 5,000 citations and significantly advancing knowledge in novel material synthesis and characterization.
Mentored and successfully supervised 12 PhD and 25 Master's students to thesis completion, with many graduates securing prominent positions in academia, R&D, and industry globally.
Designed and delivered innovative graduate and undergraduate courses including 'Advanced Materials Characterization,' 'Nanomaterials Science,' and 'Computational Materials Design,' consistently achieving high student satisfaction scores (average 4.8/5.0).
Served on key university committees, including the University Senate and Research Ethics Board, contributing to strategic planning, curriculum development, and policy formulation that enhanced METU's academic standing.
Ankara, Ankara, Türkiye
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Summary
Conducted independent research, taught core materials science courses, and engaged in departmental service while progressing towards a full professorship.
Highlights
Established and managed an independent research laboratory focused on functional materials, securing initial seed funding of over $300,000 for equipment and personnel.
Published 25+ peer-reviewed articles and presented at 15+ international conferences, establishing a growing reputation in the field of advanced ceramics and composites.
Supervised 5 PhD and 10 Master's students, guiding their research projects from conception to publication and successful defense.
Developed and introduced a new elective course, 'Biomaterials for Engineering Applications,' which became highly popular among senior undergraduate and graduate students.
Contributed to departmental administration by serving on the graduate admissions committee and organizing several seminar series.
Ankara, Ankara, Türkiye
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Summary
Initiated an academic career focused on research, teaching, and professional development within the university's vibrant engineering environment.
Highlights
Successfully secured two internal university research grants totaling $100,000 to investigate novel metallic alloys for high-temperature applications.
Published 10 peer-reviewed articles in reputable journals and presented research findings at national and international conferences.
Taught foundational undergraduate courses, including 'Introduction to Materials Science' and 'Thermodynamics of Materials,' receiving positive feedback for clarity and engagement.
Actively participated in departmental seminars and workshops, contributing to a collaborative research environment.
Developed initial research proposals and collaborations with industry partners, laying the groundwork for future funded projects.
Awarded By
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK)
Recognized for outstanding contributions to materials science research, particularly in the development of advanced functional materials.
Awarded By
Middle East Technical University
Awarded for consistent high-impact research output and leadership in the field of materials engineering.
Awarded By
Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA)
Acknowledged for promising early-career research and significant contributions to the scientific community.
Published by
Elsevier - Journal of Materials Science
Summary
Pioneering work on the synthesis and characterization of novel nanocomposite materials exhibiting enhanced energy storage capabilities, leading to a 25% improvement in specific capacitance.
Experimental Design, Quantitative Analysis, Data Interpretation, Grant Writing, Scientific Writing, Peer Review, Project Management, Research Leadership.
Nanomaterials, Advanced Ceramics, Polymers, Metallic Alloys, Composites, Biomaterials, Materials Characterization, Material Synthesis, Computational Materials Science.
Electron Microscopy (SEM, TEM), X-ray Diffraction (XRD), Spectroscopy (XPS, FTIR), Thermal Analysis (DSC, TGA), Mechanical Testing, Surface Analysis.
Curriculum Development, Lecture Delivery, Graduate Student Supervision, Undergraduate Mentoring, Course Design, Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy.
MATLAB, Python (Data Analysis), OriginLab, LaTeX, Microsoft Office Suite, DFT Software (VASP, Quantum ESPRESSO).