Innovative Research Award
Ilknur Zeren Cetin
Faculty of Architecture, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Ondokuz Mayıs University, Turkey
| Ilknur Zeren Cetin |
| Affiliation |
Ondokuz Mayıs University |
| Country |
Turkey |
| Scopus ID |
57212109057 |
| Documents |
32 |
| Citations |
1,835 |
| h-index |
22 |
| Subject Area |
Art and Design |
| Event |
Top Teachers Awards |
| ORCID |
0000-0003-3908-0370 |
| Google Scholar |
PU1qk8cAAAAJ |
The Innovative Research Award recognition highlights the scholarly contributions of Ilknur Zeren Cetin , an academic specializing in environmental risk analysis, climate adaptation, urban resilience, geographic information systems (GIS), remote sensing, and sustainable urban planning. Her interdisciplinary work combines environmental sciences, landscape architecture, urban studies, and geospatial technologies to support evidence-based decision-making for sustainable development and ecosystem conservation.[1] Her research profile demonstrates sustained publication activity, international collaboration, and measurable scientific impact through citations, peer-reviewed publications, and scholarly service activities.[2]
Abstract
Ilknur Zeren Cetin’s academic portfolio is characterized by interdisciplinary research integrating climate science, environmental monitoring, GIS, remote sensing, landscape ecology, urban planning, and sustainability studies. Her investigations have focused on climate adaptation, urban heat island assessment, environmental pollution mapping, biodiversity conservation, and geospatial environmental analysis. Through peer-reviewed publications, collaborative research projects, and scholarly review activities, she has contributed to the advancement of evidence-based environmental planning and sustainable urban development methodologies.[1][2]
Keywords
GIS, Remote Sensing, Urban Planning, Climate Change, Environmental Risk Analysis, Urban Design, Sustainability, Landscape Ecology, Air Pollution, Bioclimatic Comfort, Wetlands, Environmental Management, Landscape Architecture, Urban Resilience, Green Infrastructure, Environmental Monitoring, Biodiversity Conservation, Climate Adaptation, Spatial Analysis, Land Use Planning.
Introduction
Ilknur Zeren Cetin serves as an Assistant Professor at Ondokuz Mayıs University and conducts research across environmental sciences, planning, architecture, and geospatial technologies. Her academic work emphasizes the assessment of environmental risks and the development of sustainable planning frameworks capable of addressing climate-related challenges in urban and natural environments.[1]
Her research spans multiple disciplines including ecology, environmental monitoring, regional and urban planning, landscape architecture, computer science applications, biodiversity conservation, atmospheric sciences, and sustainability studies. This multidisciplinary approach enables the integration of scientific data with planning strategies for improved environmental governance and climate resilience.[2]
Research Profile
- Assistant Professor, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Ondokuz Mayıs University.
- More than 77 scholarly publications across international journals and edited volumes.
- Research impact exceeding 1,835 citations, 32 Documents and an h-index above 22.
- Contributor to climate adaptation, environmental monitoring, and sustainable planning projects.
- Reviewer for internationally indexed journals in environmental and ecological sciences.
The research profile reflects expertise in environmental risk assessment, climate change adaptation, urban heat island modelling, GIS applications, remote sensing methodologies, ecosystem conservation, environmental pollution mapping, and sustainable development planning. International collaborations extend across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, supporting multidisciplinary scientific exchange.[1]
Research Contributions
Ilknur Zeren Cetin has contributed to the development of geospatial methodologies for environmental assessment and planning. Her studies have investigated climate-induced environmental change, urban thermal environments, land-use dynamics, biodiversity conservation, pollution monitoring, and ecosystem vulnerability assessment. These efforts support sustainable policy development and scientific understanding of environmental systems.[3]
- Climate change adaptation and environmental risk assessment.
- Urban heat island and land surface temperature modelling.
- Remote sensing and GIS applications for environmental monitoring.
- Air quality assessment and biomonitoring studies.
- Climate-resilient green infrastructure planning.
- Environmental pollution mapping and spatial analysis.
- Landscape ecology and ecosystem conservation.
Publications
Among Ilknur Zeren Cetin’s most influential publications are studies on heavy metal accumulation in landscape plants, biomonitoring of air pollution using Cupressus arizonica, spatial mapping of Pb, Cr, Ni, and Co pollution, and climate change impacts on European forest species. These works advance environmental monitoring, geospatial risk assessment, pollution analysis, and climate adaptation research through GIS, remote sensing, and evidence-based environmental planning methodologies.[3][4][5][6][7]
Selected publications demonstrate the breadth of research undertaken in environmental monitoring, pollution assessment, climate modelling, and geospatial analysis.
Research Impact
The academic impact of Ilknur Zeren Cetin’s work is reflected through citation performance, publication productivity, interdisciplinary collaborations, and contributions to environmental decision-making. Her research has supported advances in pollution monitoring, climate adaptation planning, environmental sustainability, ecosystem management, and urban resilience assessment.[1][2]
- More than 1,835 citations.
- h-index of 22.
- International scientific collaborations.
- Peer-review service for leading environmental journals.
- Contributions to sustainable development and environmental planning research.
Award Suitability
The profile of Ilknur Zeren Cetin demonstrates characteristics commonly associated with recognition in research excellence programs. Her interdisciplinary scholarship integrates scientific innovation with practical planning applications, addressing contemporary challenges including climate change, environmental degradation, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable urban development. The combination of scholarly productivity, citation impact, international collaboration, and methodological innovation provides a strong foundation for consideration within academic recognition frameworks such as the Top Teachers Awards.[1][2]
Conclusion
Ilknur Zeren Cetin has established an interdisciplinary research portfolio spanning environmental science, urban and regional planning, landscape ecology, climate adaptation, GIS, and remote sensing. Her scholarly output, citation record, international collaborations, and contributions to environmental sustainability research illustrate a sustained commitment to advancing knowledge and supporting evidence-based environmental management. These accomplishments position her as a notable contributor within contemporary environmental and planning scholarship.[1][2]
External Links
References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus Author Details: İlknur Zeren Çetin, Author ID 57212109057. Scopus Author Profile. https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57212109057
- Ondokuz Mayıs University. (n.d.). Academic Research Profile of Dr. İlknur Zeren Çetin. AVESIS Research Information System. https://avesis.omu.edu.tr/ilknur.cetin
- Sevik, H., Cetin, M., Ozel, H.B., Ozel, S., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2019). Changes in Heavy Metal Accumulation in Some Edible Landscape Plants Depending on Traffic Density. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10661-019-8041-8
- Cesur, A., Zeren Cetin, I., Cetin, M., Sevik, H., & Ozel, H.B. (2022). The Use of Cupressus arizonica as a Biomonitor of Li, Fe, and Cr Pollution in Kastamonu. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-022-05667-w
- Cetin, M., Aljama, A.M.O., Alrabi, O.B.M., Adiguzel, F., Sevik, H., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2022). Determination and Mapping of Regional Change of Pb and Cr Pollution in Ankara City Center. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-022-05638-1
- Cetin, M., Aljama, A.M.O., Alrabi, O.B.M., Adiguzel, F., Sevik, H., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2022). Using Topsoil Analysis to Determine and Map Changes in Ni-Co Pollution. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-022-05762-y
- Varol, T., Cetin, M., Ozel, H.B., Sevik, H., & Zeren Cetin, I. (2022). The Effects of Climate Change Scenarios on Carpinus betulus and Carpinus orientalis in Europe. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution.DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-022-05516-w