Current Projects

Ongoing Research Activities

Overview

This page outlines the current research projects and ongoing activities that I am actively involved in. These projects represent the cutting-edge work being conducted in thermal sciences, computational methods, and international collaboration.

Active Research Projects (2024)

1. AI-Enhanced Thermal System Optimization

Project Duration: 2023-2025
Funding: TÜBİTAK Scientific Research Grant
Collaborators: MIT, Stanford University

Project Objectives

• Integration of machine learning algorithms with traditional thermal analysis
• Development of predictive models for complex heat transfer systems
• Real-time optimization of industrial thermal processes

Current Status

• Phase 1 Completed: Literature review and algorithm development
• Phase 2 In Progress: Experimental validation and testing
• Expected Deliverables: 3 journal publications, 1 PhD thesis

Key Innovations

• Neural network-based heat transfer coefficient prediction
• Automated thermal design optimization
• Real-time process control integration

2. Digital Twins for Crystal Growth Systems

Project Duration: 2024-2026
Funding: EU Horizon Europe Program
Collaborators: University of Poitiers (France), RWTH Aachen (Germany)

Research Focus

Advanced digital twin technology for semiconductor crystal growth processes with real-time monitoring and control capabilities.

Current Activities

• Computational Modeling: Development of high-fidelity numerical models
• Sensor Integration: IoT-based monitoring system implementation
• Machine Learning: Predictive algorithms for process optimization

Recent Achievements

• Successfully demonstrated proof-of-concept digital twin
• Published preliminary results in Materials Science & Engineering
• Received additional €200,000 follow-up funding

3. Quantum Heat Transfer Modeling

Project Duration: 2024-2027
Funding: Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA)
Collaborators: CERN, Quantum Research Institute

Breakthrough Research

Investigating quantum effects in nanoscale heat transfer phenomena using advanced computational methods.

Research Methodology

• Quantum Monte Carlo simulations
• First-principles calculations
• Experimental validation at nanoscale

Expected Impact

• New understanding of quantum thermal transport
• Applications in quantum computing cooling systems
• Revolutionary thermal management technologies

International Collaboration Projects

NATO Science for Peace Program

Project Title: "Advanced Thermal Technologies for Sustainable Energy"
Duration: 2023-2025
Partner Countries: Turkey, USA, Germany, Poland

Objectives

• Knowledge transfer in renewable energy systems
• Joint development of thermal storage technologies
• Capacity building in participating countries

Current Milestones

• 2 international workshops completed
• 15 early-career researchers trained
• 5 joint publications submitted

Industrial Partnerships

1. ASELSAN Collaboration

Project: Thermal Management in Defense Electronics
Timeline: 2024-2025
Value: ₺850,000

Scope

• Advanced cooling solutions for high-power electronics
• Thermal simulation and optimization
• Prototype development and testing

2. Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI)

Project: Aircraft Thermal System Optimization
Timeline: 2024-2026
Value: ₺1,200,000

Focus Areas

• Engine thermal management
• Cabin climate control optimization
• Lightweight thermal protection systems

Graduate Student Research Projects

Current PhD Dissertations (5 Students)

1. Machine Learning Applications in Heat Transfer

Student: Ahmet Yılmaz
Expected Completion: 2025
Focus: Deep learning for convective heat transfer prediction

2. Nanofluid Heat Transfer Enhancement

Student: Elif Kaya
Expected Completion: 2025
Focus: AI-optimized nanofluid properties for industrial applications

3. Sustainable Energy Storage Systems

Student: Mehmet Demir
Expected Completion: 2026
Focus: Phase change materials for renewable energy storage

4. Quantum Thermal Transport

Student: Zeynep Özkan
Expected Completion: 2026
Focus: Quantum effects in nanoscale thermal systems

5. Digital Twin Technology

Student: Can Aktaş
Expected Completion: 2025
Focus: Real-time thermal system monitoring and control

Current Master's Theses (8 Students)

• Thermal optimization of data centers
• Heat pump system efficiency enhancement
• Solar thermal collector design
• Computational fluid dynamics applications
• Thermal energy storage materials
• Heat exchanger optimization
• Renewable energy integration
• Smart building thermal management

Research Infrastructure

Laboratory Facilities

• Advanced Thermal Analysis Lab: State-of-the-art measurement equipment
• Computational Center: High-performance computing cluster (1000+ cores)
• Crystal Growth Facility: Controlled atmosphere growth chambers
• Nanoscale Characterization: Atomic force microscopy, SEM/TEM

Software Development

• CrystaGrow v3.0: AI-enhanced crystal growth simulation
• ThermalOpt: Machine learning optimization toolkit
• QuantumHeat: Quantum thermal transport simulator

Upcoming Conferences & Presentations

2024 Schedule

• March: International Heat Transfer Conference (Seoul, Korea) - Keynote
• June: ASME Summer Heat Transfer Conference (Minneapolis, USA) - Plenary
• September: European Thermal Sciences Conference (Athens, Greece) - Invited
• November: ICHMT Annual Assembly (Lisbon, Portugal) - Organizer

Submitted Abstracts

• 5 conference presentations accepted
• 2 workshop sessions organized
• 1 short course to be delivered

Funding & Grants

Active Grants (Total: €2.8M)

1. TÜBİTAK 1001 Program: €850,000 (2023-2025)
2. EU Horizon Europe: €1,200,000 (2024-2026)
3. TÜBA Research Grant: €450,000 (2024-2027)
4. NATO SfP Program: €300,000 (2023-2025)

Grant Applications Under Review

• ERC Advanced Grant: €2.5M (Result expected: April 2024)
• NSF International Collaboration: $500,000 (USA partnership)
• JSPS Fellowship Program: Japan collaboration funding

Publication Pipeline

Manuscripts Under Review

1. "Machine Learning Enhanced Heat Transfer Optimization" - Nature Energy
2. "Digital Twins for Thermal Process Control" - Applied Energy
3. "Quantum Effects in Nanoscale Heat Transfer" - Physical Review Applied

Manuscripts in Preparation

• 4 journal articles from current research projects
• 2 book chapters on AI applications in thermal sciences
• 1 comprehensive review article on digital twin technology

Community Service & Outreach

Editorial Activities

• Associate Editor: International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer
• Editorial Board Member: Journal of Thermal Science
• Guest Editor: Special issues on AI in thermal engineering

Peer Review Activities

• 25+ manuscripts reviewed annually
• Grant proposal reviewer for multiple agencies
• Conference technical committee member

Future Directions (2025-2027)

Strategic Research Areas

1. Quantum Thermal Engineering: Revolutionary thermal transport mechanisms
2. AI-Driven Design: Autonomous thermal system optimization
3. Sustainable Technologies: Climate-neutral thermal processes
4. Digital Integration: Industry 4.0 thermal management

Planned Collaborations

• MIT-METU Joint Lab: Quantum thermal research facility
• EU Quantum Flagship: Participation in quantum technology development
• ICHMT Digital Initiative: Global thermal sciences digitalization

For detailed information about any specific project, collaboration opportunities, or research inquiries, please contact: [email protected]

Last Updated: January 2024
Next Review: March 2024