Dr. Ulku Alver Sahin has a diverse educational background, including a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (1992-1996), a Master of Science in Environmental Engineering (1998-2001), and a Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Engineering (2001-2005), all from Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey. Her MSc thesis was on “Removal of Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) in Flue Gas with Different Clay Minerals”, and her PhD thesis was on “Modeling PM and THC Distribution in Istanbul with Artificial Neural Network Techniques”. She has extensive experience in academia, starting as a Research Assistant in the Environmental Engineering Department at Istanbul University from 1998 to 2007. She then served as an Assistant Professor in the same department from 2007 to 2013, followed by an Associate Professorship from 2013 to 2019. Since 2019, she has held the position of Professor in the Environmental Engineering Department at Istanbul University. Dr. Sahin has also worked as a Researcher at Carleton University in the Environmental Engineering Department in Ottawa, Canada, from February 21, 2012, to May 26, 2012. Additionally, she served as a Researcher at the Science and Technology Branch, Environmental Canada, as a Guest Worker from April 30, 2012, to May 4, 2012.
Research Interest:
Dr. Ulku Alver Sahin specializes in the monitoring and statistical analysis of atmospheric aerosols and gases. Her expertise includes particulate matter size distribution analysis, with a focus on nanoparticles. She is experienced in modeling air pollutants using dispersion and receptor models, as well as conducting source analysis of air pollution through measurement and modeling techniques. Dr. Sahin is also skilled in developing emission inventories and implementing technologies to calculate, measure, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Her research extends to indoor air quality, including the measurement of elements in inhalable particulate matter. Additionally, she has knowledge in flue gas and particulate matter treatment technologies, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of environmental engineering and air quality management.
Certificate & Training:
Dr. Ulku Alver Sahin has engaged in various professional development activities and training programs related to environmental engineering and greenhouse gas emissions. She participated in the ISO 14064-1:2006 Estimation of greenhouse gas emissions and removal at establishment level training organized by the TMMOB Chamber of Environmental Engineers Istanbul Branch in 2013. Additionally, she completed the ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Qualification of Experiment and Calibration Laboratories training at the TSC Training Academy in 2010. Dr. Sahin has also served as a referee for the Istanbul Chamber of Industry’s Environment Project Awards from 2014 to 2015. Furthermore, she participated in training sessions such as the TÜCEV/KAREM “Training for the teachers: Calculation of Greenhouse Gasses” in 2017 and the EGAR Training Course on Positive Matrix Factorization for source apportionment studies in 2017, both held in Turkey. She furthered her expertise by attending the IDAEA (Institute of Environmental Assessment and Water Research) “Third Training Course on PMF (Positive Matrix Factorization)” in 2018, held in Barcelona, Spain.
Award & Honors:
Dr. Ulku Alver Sahin has received recognition for her research and contributions in the field of environmental engineering. She was awarded the preliminary prize for her papers by the Turkish Scientific and Technical Research Council, acknowledging the quality and impact of her research. Additionally, Dr. Sahin has been honored with successful researcher awards by Istanbul University, highlighting her significant contributions to the field. These awards reflect her dedication and excellence in environmental engineering research.
Publications:
- “Elemental characterization of PM2.5 and PM1 in dense traffic area in Istanbul, Turkey”
- Authors: B Onat, UA Sahin, T Akyuz
- Citations: 75
- Year: 2013
- “Estimating of shipping emissions in the Samsun Port from 2010 to 2015”
- Authors: F Alver, BA Saraç, ÜA Şahin
- Citations: 66
- Year: 2018
- “Determinants of exposure to ultrafine particulate matter, black carbon, and PM2.5 in common travel modes in Istanbul”
- Authors: B Onat, ÜA Şahin, B Uzun, Ö Akın, F Özkaya, C Ayvaz
- Citations: 58
- Year: 2019
- “Hydrogels with acid groups for removal of copper (II) and lead (II) ions”
- Authors: H Kaşgöz, A Kaşgöz, Ü Şahin, TY Temelli, C Bayat
- Citations: 57
- Year: 2006
- “Application of cellular neural network (CNN) to the prediction of missing air pollutant data”
- Authors: ÜA Şahin, C Bayat, ON Uçan
- Citations: 54
- Year: 2011
- “PM10 concentrations and the size distribution of Cu and Fe-containing particles in Istanbul’s subway system”
- Authors: ÜA Şahin, B Onat, B Stakeeva, T Ceran, P Karim
- Citations: 50
- Year: 2012
- “Existence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA on ambient particulate matter samples: a nationwide study in Turkey”
- Authors: Ö Kayalar, A Arı, G Babuccu, N Konyalılar, Ö Doğan, F Can, ÜA Şahin
- Citations: 45
- Year: 2021
- “Recycle of metals for end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) and relation to Kyoto protocol”
- Authors: MC Altay, N Sivri, B Onat, Ü Şahin, M Zorağa, HF Altay
- Citations: 43
- Year: 2011
- “Assessment of particulate matter in the urban atmosphere: size distribution, metal composition and source characterization using principal component analysis”
- Authors: B Onat, ÜA Şahin, C Bayat
- Citations: 37
- Year: 2012
- “The effects of COVID-19 measures on air pollutant concentrations at urban and traffic sites in Istanbul”
- Authors: ÜA Şahin
- Citations: 36
- Year: 2020