Best Researcher Award
Zehra Gulten Yalcın — Çankırı Karatekin University, Turkey
Zehra Gülten Yalçın is a researcher affiliated with Çankırı Karatekin University whose scholarly work addresses sustainable engineering, renewable-energy-related processes, industrial waste valorization, corrosion inhibition, polymer composites, and anaerobic digestion. Her recent publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach combining experimental investigation, materials characterization, optimization, and data-driven analysis in applied engineering research. [1] [2] [3]
Abstract
Zehra Gülten Yalçın is an engineering researcher at Çankırı Karatekin University whose recent scholarly activities connect sustainable materials, waste utilization, corrosion control, anaerobic digestion, and renewable-energy-oriented engineering. Her publications examine industrial waste in polymer composites, environmentally compatible corrosion inhibition, and optimization of biogas production using experimental and response-surface methodologies. These studies demonstrate an applied research orientation focused on converting industrial and biological waste streams into useful engineering outcomes while improving process performance and sustainability. Her work also incorporates characterization, optimization, and analytical methods to investigate material behavior and energy-related processes. [1] [2] [3]
Keywords
- Renewable Energy
- Sustainable Engineering
- Industrial Waste Valorization
- Polymer Composites
- Corrosion Inhibition
- Anaerobic Digestion
- Biogas Production
- Process Optimization
Introduction
Zehra Gülten Yalçın’s research is situated within sustainable chemical and environmental engineering, with particular relevance to waste utilization and energy-related processes. Her recent studies investigate polymer composites containing industrial waste, natural corrosion inhibitors, and anaerobic digestion systems, reflecting practical approaches to resource efficiency, materials performance, and renewable-energy development. [1] [2] [3]
Research Profile
Yalçın’s research profile combines materials engineering, environmental processes, and sustainable energy applications. Her publications indicate experience with experimental methods, material characterization, process optimization, and quantitative analysis. The research addresses practical engineering problems involving industrial waste, corrosion protection, polymeric materials, and biological waste conversion, providing an interdisciplinary foundation for continued work in renewable and sustainable technologies. [1] [2] [3]
Research Contributions
Her contributions include investigation of industrial waste as functional fillers in polyurethane composites, evaluation of Turkish coffee extract as an environmentally oriented corrosion inhibitor, and optimization of anaerobic digestion for biogas generation. Together, these studies connect resource recovery, materials performance, environmental protection, and renewable-energy production through experimentally grounded engineering approaches and quantitative process analysis. [1] [2] [3]
Publications
Yalçın’s recent publication record includes studies spanning sustainable polymer composites, corrosion science, and anaerobic digestion. A 2026 article examined industrial waste incorporation into polyurethane composites and associated mechanical and thermal properties, while a 2025 study investigated Turkish coffee extract for corrosion inhibition. Another 2025 publication examined biogas optimization using response surface methodology. [1] [2] [3]
Research Impact
The practical orientation of Yalçın’s research provides potential value for sustainable manufacturing, environmental protection, and renewable-energy development. Her studies address waste-derived materials, greener corrosion-control strategies, and biological waste conversion into biogas. These themes align with broader efforts to improve resource efficiency and develop engineering solutions that reduce environmental burdens while supporting useful material and energy recovery. [1] [2] [3]
Award Suitability
Yalçın’s documented research activity is relevant to recognition in sustainable and renewable-energy-oriented research because her work integrates waste valorization, environmental engineering, materials development, and biogas production. Her publication portfolio demonstrates a coherent interest in practical sustainability challenges, supported by experimental investigation and analytical methods. These characteristics provide a reasonable academic basis for consideration for the Best Researcher Award. [1] [2] [3]
Conclusion
Zehra Gülten Yalçın’s recent scholarship demonstrates interdisciplinary engagement with sustainable engineering problems involving materials, waste, corrosion, and renewable-energy processes. Her research combines experimental studies with optimization and analytical approaches, contributing to applied knowledge in environmentally relevant engineering fields. The breadth and practical orientation of these publications support continued development within sustainable technology research. [1] [2] [3]
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References
- Dağ, M., Aydoğmuş, E., Yalçın, Z. G., & Arslanoğlu, H. (2026). Valorization of industrial waste in polymer composites: Enhancing mechanical and thermal properties for insulation applications using machine learning analysis. Polymer Engineering & Science, 66(1), 470–486.
https://doi.org/10.1002/pen.70230
- Hussein, M. Y., Yalçın, Z. G., Yaqoob, G. B., & Dağ, M. (2025). Investigation of the corrosion-inhibition effect of Turkish coffee extract on L-80 carbon steel in 15% HCl: Thermodynamic and surface analyses. Petroleum Science and Technology, 43(25), 3757–3795.
https://doi.org/10.1080/10916466.2025.2536474
- Günay, K., & Yalçın, Z. G. (2025). Maximizing biogas yield in anaerobic digestion: A response surface methodology approach. Black Sea Journal of Engineering and Science, 8(4), 1103–1110.
https://doi.org/10.34248/bsengineering.1683991
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Zehra Gülten Yalçın, Author ID 6603311969. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6603311969
- ORCID. (n.d.). Zehra Gülten Yalçın: ORCID record 0000-0001-5460-289X. ORCID.
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5460-289X
