ABOUT ME
Good R&D decisions need good evidence early, before a product is locked in. I work in industrial R&D in the chemical sector, where I help product managers, R&D teams and innovation leaders judge new technologies on their technology readiness, sustainability, safety and commercial potential.
My work sits at the intersection of innovation strategy, Safe and Sustainable by Design, life cycle assessment and portfolio decision-making.
Modelling is the thread running through my work. I build quantitative models that link environmental performance to expected commercial value and return on investment, so that sustainability and business trade-offs can be weighed openly and consistently across an R&D portfolio. I use process and life cycle modelling to project how emerging materials perform as they scale from lab to industrial production, and I assess technology readiness to show what a technology still needs before it is ready to scale. I also apply statistical analysis and simulation to turn experimental data into decisions.
Scale-up is where I started. Earlier in industry, I developed inhalation drug products and supervised the move from development to pilot manufacturing, including technology transfer, process validation, stability studies and regulatory documentation under good manufacturing practice. That experience of what changes when a process leaves the bench is why I now model scale-up early, before it becomes costly.
My technical foundation covers polymers, additive manufacturing, advanced ceramics processing and formulation development, supported by material characterization and process optimization. I have worked on controlled-release systems, green manufacturing, electrochemical sensing and mold-free fabrication, across multinational companies, industry consortia and research-driven organizations. I also coordinate technical work in European collaborative research projects with around 20 industrial, academic and research partners.
My path started with a BSc in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Boğaziçi University, followed by an MSc in Materials Science and Engineering at Imperial College London and a PhD in Materials Science and Nanoengineering at Sabancı University. Training in design thinking and innovation and entrepreneurship, including through OneLeague and Stanford Online, helps me connect deep technical work with business and market awareness.
I’m always glad to connect with people in R&D, innovation strategy, process modelling and sustainable chemistry.
Skills: Modelling and simulation · Process modelling · Technology readiness assessment · Scale-up · Prospective LCA · Safe and Sustainable by Design · Additive manufacturing · Ceramics processing · Formulation development
EXPERIENCE
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
Chemical, Material and Regulatory Sciences
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Design decision-support tools that embed Safe and Sustainable by Design principles into product development and portfolio decisions
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Lead an industry work package in the EU co-funded projects, translating sustainability frameworks into practical industrial design guidance
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Bridge scientific, regulatory, and business perspectives by integrating methodologies from leading European sustainability institutions
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Evaluate flame retardants through tiered safety, environmental, and bioreactivity assessments
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Quantify the business value of Safe and Sustainable by Design through return-on-investment and value creation models
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Support regulatory approval and sustainability claims through life cycle assessment and advanced material testing
Formulation Development Assistant Specialist
Inhalers
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Contributed to the development and scale-up of inhalation medicines from laboratory to pilot scale
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Oversaw pilot manufacturing and process validation to ensure robust and reproducible production
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Prepared regulatory-ready process documentation in compliance with good manufacturing practices
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Worked cross-functionally to align formulation, quality, production, and regulatory activities
Medical Affairs Intern
Vaccines
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Supported the launch of a meningitis vaccine through clear, field-ready medical training materials
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Advanced antibiotic resistance awareness initiatives by supporting global scientific communication efforts
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Adapted complex global medical content for effective local implementation
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Assisted in medical affairs documentation and scientific engagement processes
Quality Control Intern
Lubricants
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Performed routine QC testing (TBN, viscosity, density) on lubricant products
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Gained exposure to ISO 17025, analytical testing, and industrial QC workflows
Quality Assurance Intern
Lubricants
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Conducted physical and chemical quality tests (viscosity, flash point, ICP-AES, demulsibility)
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Supported quality assurance activities in an industrial laboratory setting
Production Intern
Powder Coatings
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Assisted QC testing of powder coatings (color, gloss, particle size, film thickness)
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Supported electrostatic coating application and production processes
EDUCATION
Academic Background
2020-24 PhD in Materials Science and Nanoengineering @Sabanci University
Projects: i) controlled-release systems for agricultural application, ii) bio-inspired gliders, iii) magnetic fiber robots via 3D printing, iv) advanced ceramics to adapt Industry 4.0
2017-18 MSc in Materials Science and Engineering @Imperial College London
Project: Child-friendly patches against an emerging diabetes epidemic in Turkey
2011-16 BSc in Chemistry with Double Major in Chemical Engineering @Bogazici University
Thesis: Design of microchips for tissue engineering and fabrication of microbioreactors
Graduation seminar: Is it possible to repair cartilage defects by using HA-TG gels and young chondrocytes?
Publications & Conferences
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KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Recognitions & Awards
Presidential Scholarship Award by One League
2023, California, USA
Awarded to outstanding students for academic excellence and leadership potential. One League is a global education institution providing the world's highest potential change-makers a world-class education and opportunities to realize global impact.
Completed the OneLeague x Stanford Online Certificate of Achievement in Innovation & Entrepreneurship, covering modules such as:
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Essentials of Entrepreneurship
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Negotiation
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Cultivating the Entrepreneurial Mindset
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Empathize & Prototype
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Finance
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Building Business Models
Leaders of Tomorrow in Biotech by Global Biotech Revolution
2022, Cambridge, United Kingdom
This program identifies and honors young professionals and students with exceptional promise in biotechnology and life sciences.
Pitched an early-warning system for organ transplant rejection, focusing on problem identification and innovative solution design.
Proposed a multi-sensor dermal patch to continuously capture patients’ vitals and transmit data securely to medical teams, enabling early detection of acute and chronic organ rejection.
Amgen Scholars Program Research Scholarship awarded by Amgen Foundation
2015, Zürich, Switzerland
Offered by the Amgen Foundation, this scholarship supports students conducting research in biotechnology, molecular biology, or related life sciences. As part of this program, I completed a 3-month research project on cartilage regeneration at ETH Zürich, gaining hands-on experience in cutting-edge tissue engineering techniques. This reflects both scientific capability and commitment to translational research.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Bronze Medal
2010, Global
Part of the internationally recognized Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program, the Bronze level acknowledges young people who have completed a structured set of personal development activities, including community service, physical challenges, skill-building, and adventurous expeditions. It demonstrates resilience, commitment, and well-rounded personal growth.
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