All About Me

With a career spanning over two decades across eight countries, I operate at the intersection of frontier scientific research, entrepreneurship, and global innovation. My professional journey bridges leading academic institutions and real-world technology ventures—ranging from advanced research and teaching in the US, France, Switzerland, Turkey, Brazil, and Mexico, to founding and scaling technology startups within the Nordic innovation ecosystem.

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I specialize in translating cutting-edge research into actionable strategy, supporting organizations and founders as they navigate technological transformation. As a scientist, entrepreneur and certified Strategy Coach, I advise on AI adoption, data-driven decision-making, and innovation management, helping teams move from experimentation to sustainable impact.

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At Forza, I contribute as a Principal Advisor, supporting advanced research pathways and entrepreneurship-oriented profiles. I work closely with students on research design and long-term academic positioning, combining rigorous academic training with real-world innovation and AI strategy experience to prepare them for top universities and future-facing industries.

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• Purdue University, PhD in Chemistry'05

• Bogazici University, BSc in Chemical Engineering'00

• Expertise: Research Strategy, Innovation Management, Data Science & ML

• Languages: Turkish, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, German