Prof. Ozgul Keles, Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Prof. Ozgul Keles is a distinguished academic in the field of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), Turkey, where she has served as a faculty member since 2007. She holds the position of Professor in the Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. Prof. Keles began her academic career as a Research Assistant at the Faculty of Engineering, Istanbul University, in 1994.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Field of Study: Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
University: Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Year: 1993
Master of Science (MSc)
Field of Study: Materials Engineering
University: Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Year: 1996
Doctorate (PhD)
Field of Study: Materials Engineering
University: New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, USA
Year: 2000
4. Assistant Professor
Department: Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
University: Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Year: 2007
Associate Professor
Department: Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
University: Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Year: 2010
Professor
Department: Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
University: Istanbul Technical University, Turkey
Year: 2017
Professional Profile
ORCID Profile
Professional Experience
Research Assistant – Faculty of Engineering, Istanbul University (1994)
Process and Product Development Engineer – Mita Mold and Casting Company, Quality Engineering Department (1994-1998)
Research Assistant – Material Engineering Department, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, NM, USA (1998-2000)
Visitor Scientist – Tribology Division, Argonne National Laboratory, IL, USA (2001)
Post Doctorate – Materials Engineering Department, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, NM, USA (2001-2002)
R&D Specialist – R&D, Assan Alüminyum (2002-2005)
R&D Manager – R&D, Assan Alüminyum (2005-2007)
Assistant Professor – Metallurgy and Materials Department, Istanbul Technical University (2007-2010)
Associate Professor – Metallurgy and Materials Department, Istanbul Technical University (2010-2017)
Visitor Scientist – Chemistry and Chemistry Engineering Department, Argonne National Lab USA (July 2011 – September 2011)
Visitor Scientist – Chemistry and Chemistry Engineering Department, Argonne National Lab USA (May 2016 – September 2016)
Professor – Metallurgy and Materials Department, Istanbul Technical University (2017 – present)
Top Notable Publications
High rate capability performance of cobalt-free lithium-rich Li1.2Ni0.18Mn0.57Al0.05O2 cathode material synthesized via co-precipitation method
Journal: Ionics
Publication Year: 2024
DOI: 10.1007/s11581-024-05881-y
Contributors: Halis Gencer Kul, Billur Deniz Karahan, Ozgul Keles
Investigation of the Post-Processing Heat Treatments on Hot Tensile Properties of Selectively Laser Melted IN939 Superalloy
Journal: Kocaeli Journal of Science and Engineering
Publication Year: 2024
DOI: 10.34088/kojose.1391406
Contributors: Fatih Güler, Aylin Şahin Kahraman, Burak Horasan, Güney Mert Bilgin, Özgül Keleş, Huseyin Aydin
Utilization of Bio-waste Mussel Shell as a Decoration Material on LiCoO2 Cathode
Journal: International Journal of Environment and Geoinformatics
Publication Year: 2023
DOI: 10.30897/ijegeo.1367737
Contributors: Mehmet Emre Çetintasoglu, Nuray Çağlar, Özgül Keleş
Effects of sonication power on electrochemical performance of ZrO2-decorated LiMn2O4 cathode material for LIBs
Journal: Bulletin of Materials Science
Publication Year: 2021
DOI: 10.1007/s12034-021-02368-8
Contributors: Mehmet Emre Cetintasoglu, Ozgul Keles
A Facile Technique to Produce Open Cell Titanium Foams
Journal: Transactions of the Indian Institute of Metals
Publication Year: 2020
Contributors: Ozgul Keles
A study on the corrosion behavior of 7072/3004/7072 clad aluminum alloy in different media
Journal: Journal of Materials Engineering and Performance
Publication Year: 2020
Contributors: Ozgul Keles
Fabrication of nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NMCO) anodes for lithium-ion batteries via hydrothermal process
Journal: Journal of Applied Electrochemistry
Publication Year: 2020
Contributors: Ozgul Keles
Superlattice-structured films by magnetron sputtering as new era electrodes for advanced lithium-ion batteries
Journal: Nano Energy
Publication Year: 2020
Contributors: Ozgul Keles
Patterned Anode for Lithium-Ion Batteries
Publication Year: 2020
Contributors: Ozgul Keles
Antibacterial Efficacy of Wire Arc Sprayed Copper Coatings Against Various Pathogens
Journal: Journal of Thermal Spray Technology
Publication Year: 2019
Contributors: Ozgul Keles
Conclusion
Prof. Özül Keleş is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award due to her consistent and innovative contributions to energy materials science, particularly in the area of energy storage technologies. Her research demonstrates both scientific rigor and practical relevance, positioning her as a leader in her field. With a continued focus on expanding her work into broader energy applications and fostering industry partnerships, she could further solidify her impact on the global energy landscape.