Dr. Arif Yilmazoglu | Civil Engineering | Best Researcher Award 

Doctorate, at Kocaeli University, Turkey.

Dr. Arif Yilmazoglu is a distinguished civil engineer and ISO-45001 auditor with over 12 years of experience in construction and academia. Born in Bayburt, Turkey, in 1991, he completed his undergraduate studies in Civil Engineering at Dumlupınar University. With advanced degrees in transportation and construction materials, he focuses on innovative concrete technologies, including geopolymer and rubber aggregate concretes. As a lecturer at Doğuş University and manager at PlusTechno, his contributions span construction site management, R&D, and education. Proficient in AutoCAD, SAP 2000, and advanced engineering software, Dr. Yilmazoglu integrates cutting-edge solutions in civil engineering.

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🎓 Education

• Doctorate (2022): Civil Engineering (Construction Materials), Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Turkey.
  • Thesis: Design and testing of geopolymer concrete with industrial waste materials.
• Master’s Degree (2017): Civil Engineering (Transportation), Celal Bayar University, Manisa, Turkey.
  • Thesis: Structural design of reinforced retaining walls for highways.
• Bachelor’s Degree (2012): Civil Engineering, Dumlupınar University, Kütahya, Turkey.
  • Erasmus Study Exchange: Czech Republic.
• High School (2008): Bayburt Science High School, Bayburt, Turkey.

🛠️ Experience

1. Manager, PlusTechno Consultancy (2024 – Present)
   • Led R&D initiatives for construction chemicals.
2. Civil Engineer, TMMOB (2023 – 2024)
   • Conducted site inspections and safety audits.
3. Lecturer, Doğuş University (2019 – 2023)
   • Taught advanced courses in construction technology.
4. Site Manager, Nurem Construction Inc. (2014 – 2016)
   • Oversaw major construction projects in Izmir.
5. Control Engineer, Kütahya Technical Construction Inspection Co. (2012 – 2013)
   • Ensured compliance with structural standards.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Yilmazoglu’s research emphasizes sustainable construction and innovative materials:

• Geopolymer Concrete: Developing eco-friendly alternatives to Portland cement.
• Rubber Aggregate Concrete: Integrating waste materials for enhanced durability.
• Fiber-Reinforced Concretes: Studying mechanical properties and performance.
• Waste Material Applications: Using industrial byproducts to minimize environmental impact.

🏆 Awards

• ISO-45001 Lead Auditor Certificate (2019)
• Project Cycle Management Certificate (2013)
• KOSGEB Entrepreneurship Training Certificate (2014)
• Life Coaching Achievement Certificate (2014)
• Damage Assessment Training Certificate, TMMOB (2023)

📚 Top Notes Publications

• Yilmazoglu, A., Yildirim, S.T., Behcet, O.F., Yildiz, S. (2022). Performance Evaluation of Fly Ash and Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag-Based Geopolymer Concrete: A Comparative Study. Structural Concrete, 23(6), 3898-3915. Link. Cited by 15.
• Gokkus, U., Yilmazoglu, A. (2018). Prediction of Concrete and Steel Materials Using Artificial Neural Networks. Journal of Soft Computing in Civil Engineering, 2(4), 47-61. Link. Cited by 25.
• Yilmazoglu, A., Yildirim, S.T. (2024). Effect of GGBS Content and Water/Geopolymer Solid Ratio on FA/GGBS-Based Geopolymer Concrete. Journal of Materials in Civil Engineering, 36(4), 04024032. Link. Cited by 10.
• Gokkus, U., Yilmazoglu, A. (2018). Comparison of Footing Widths of Proportionally-Sized Reinforced Concrete Retaining Walls Under Extreme Loading. SSRG International Journal of Civil Engineering, 5(1), 13-19. Link. Cited by 5.
• Yilmazoglu, A., Yildirim, S.T. (2022). A Review on Mechanical and Durability Properties of Concrete with Waste Rubber Aggregate. Pamukkale University Journal of Engineering Sciences, 29(5), 513-528. Link. Cited by 8.

Conclusion

Dr. Arif Yılmazoğlu is undoubtedly a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his impressive research accomplishments, contributions to sustainable engineering, and his role in advancing construction technologies. His work not only enhances the academic field but also addresses pressing environmental concerns in the construction industry. With ongoing research in geopolymer concrete and the use of waste materials, he is positioned to make lasting contributions to the future of construction and materials science.