I'm a Ph.D. candidate in the Operations Research and Industrial Engineering Program within the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, where I focus on stochastic integer programming and data-driven decision-making.
My research is dedicated to enhancing the resilience of critical infrastructures, with a particular emphasis on social equity in the face of natural disasters. I’m fortunate to be advised by Prof. John J. Hasenbein and Prof. Erhan Kutanoglu. You can find my publications here.
I've received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the IC2 Institute, and the Bureau of Economic Geology. Additionally, I was awarded a $52K University Graduate Continuing Fellowship in recognition of my accomplishments since entering graduate school. These opportunities have allowed me to: (1) gain valuable experience in applying for and securing awards and grants, (2) work on research topics both assigned to me and self-initiated, and (3) collaborate effectively with team members from diverse fields, including economics, public policy, geosciences, electrical and computer engineering, and, of course, operations research. As a result, I have developed an interdisciplinary approach to research.
I earned my bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with highest honors (summa cum laude) from Bogazici University. Before beginning my Ph.D., I gained six years of industry experience—three years in the power sector and three years in manufacturing and logistics.
Outside of work, I enjoy walking, rowing, and experimenting in the kitchen to put my own twist on dishes—though not every experiment is a success! I also love to unwind with a picnic in nature, surrounded by family and friends.
Integer programming, network optimization, multi-stage stochastic optimization, robust optimization, machine learning
Energy systems, power systems/electric grids, interdisciplinary research to address complex environmental, social, and policy challenges, critical infrastructure resilience to extreme events, Equitable resource allocation and investment planning
You can view my CV here: Download my CV (PDF)
The most up-to-date publications are in the CV.
