Mine Hamamcioglu Turan | Architectural Conservation | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Mine Hamamcioglu Turan | Architectural Conservation | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Mine Hamamcioglu Turan | Izmir Institute of Technology | Turkey

Prof. Mine Hamamcıoglu Turan is a distinguished Professor of Architecture at the Department of Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage, Izmir Institute of Technology (IZTECH), where she has served since 1996 and currently holds the position of Department Chair. She earned her Ph.D. in Architecture from IZTECH in 2000, following her M.S. from Middle East Technical University and a B.Arch. from Dokuz Eylul University. With over three decades of academic, research, and professional experience, Prof. Turan has established herself as a leading scholar in architectural restoration, heritage conservation, seismic risk assessment, photogrammetry, and cultural landscape preservation. She has supervised more than 25 master’s theses and 7 doctoral dissertations, contributing significantly to Turkey’s next generation of conservation scientists. Her academic portfolio includes over 60 publications in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and technical reports, many indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, reflecting her international research impact. Prof. Turan has coordinated or contributed to more than 15 national and international research projects, including collaborations supported by TÜBİTAK, Horizon Europe, and the U.S. National Science Foundation, focusing on resilient heritage, disaster risk management, and sustainable conservation technologies. Her notable projects address seismic vulnerability in historical structures, documentation of cultural heritage using 3D photogrammetry, and the integration of archaeological assets into modern urban contexts. A recipient of several awards, including the IZTECH Publication Excellence Award (2020), the Best Oral Presentation Award (2021), and the CAH Best Paper Award (2025), she has also been recognized for her leadership in EU-funded heritage initiatives such as the Horizon2020 UIDB Above Threshold Project (2023). Prof. Turan actively serves on expert panels and committees, including the Gubbio Awards Recommendation Committee (Europe Area 9) and the HORIZON-MSCA-2025-PF Expert Panel, shaping policy and research agendas for cultural heritage preservation. Her research has been widely cited, earning her an h-index of 12 and over 500 citations on Google Scholar, underscoring her scholarly influence in architecture and conservation science. Through her leadership, mentorship, and international collaboration, Prof. Turan continues to advance resilient, data-driven, and culturally sensitive approaches to protecting architectural heritage.

Featured Publications

Demir, H. A., & Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M. (2025). Interventions in historic urban sites after earthquake disasters. Architecture, 5(4), 96.

Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M., Aktaş, E., & Toköz, Ö. D. (2024). Art and construction related qualities of 14th–15th century monuments in a rural landscape on the western coast of Türkiye. Frontiers of Architectural Research, 13, Article 100813.

Turan, M., & Etlacakus, A. (2024). A historic cultural landscape of a castle town in the Western Anatolia: Honaz, Denizli, Turkey. In Heritages Past Present, Built and Social (AMPS Proceeding Series, June 27–30, 2023).

Etlacakuş, A., & Turan, M. H. (2023). Evolution of a medieval castle town and its landscape in the southwestern Anatolia. Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites, 25(1), 1–16.

Demir, H. A., Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M., Yücetürk, K., & Aktaş, E. (2023). Structural performance of authentic architectural heritage designs: A masonry monument in Western Anatolia. Frontiers of Architectural Research, 12, Article 100707.

Demir, H. A., Yücetürk, K., Aktaş, E., & Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M. (2023). The challenges and advantages of macro modeling in ANSYS software for seismic vulnerability assessment of historic masonry structures. In Proceedings of COMPDYN 2023 (ISSN 2623-3347).

Etlacakuş, A., & Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M. (2023, April 17). Characteristics of housing in Darkale rural settlement, Soma, Manisa. Periodica Polytechnica Architecture, 54(1), 1–12.

Çalışkan, M., & Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M. (2022, November 15). Integration of archaeological heritage in metropolitan city centres with urban life: Agora of Smyrna. Conservation and Management of Archaeological Sites, 24(6), 1–18.

Gençer, F., & Hamamcıoğlu Turan, M. (2022, October). Hellenistic masonry techniques in southern and western Anatolia. Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports, 45, 103642.

Alshymaa Hassnine | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

 Assistant Professor of Minia university Egypt, Egypt

🌟 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine is a distinguished medical professional with a robust background in Tropical Medicine, Hepatology, and Gastroenterology. With over a decade of experience at Minia University Hospital, she has excelled from her residency days to her current role as Associate Professor. Alshymaa’s journey includes earning her MBBCH with honors in 2003, followed by a Master’s degree in 2008 and an M.D. in 2016. Her clinical expertise spans managing complex cases in the hospital’s Gastroenterology and Hepatology units, conducting upper and lower GIT endoscopies, and exploring advancements like small bowel video capsule endoscopy and enteroscopy. Passionate about teaching, she has significantly contributed to medical education, mentoring undergraduate students and guiding postgraduates through lectures and clinical rounds. Alshymaa’s dedication to patient care, academic excellence, and ongoing professional development underscores her commitment to advancing healthcare in Upper Egypt. 🏥📚

Professional Profile:

Education🎓

📚 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine has pursued a rigorous academic journey marked by excellence and dedication in the field of medicine. She began her educational path by earning her MBBCH with honors in December 2003, demonstrating outstanding academic achievement early in her career. Building on this foundation, she completed a Master’s degree in Tropical Medicine, Hepatology, and Gastroenterology in July 2008, further specializing in her chosen field. Her pursuit of knowledge culminated in the attainment of an M.D. degree in March 2016, solidifying her expertise and qualification as a medical professional. Throughout her academic pursuits, Alshymaa has shown a deep commitment to learning and advancing her understanding of Tropical Medicine and Gastroenterology, which she now applies in her role as Associate Professor at Minia University Hospital. Her educational background reflects her passion for healthcare and her ongoing dedication to providing high-quality medical education and patient care in Upper Egypt. 🩺🎓

 

Professional Experience 📚

🏥 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine brings over 15 years of professional experience to her role at Minia University Hospital. Starting as a resident doctor, she has progressed to become an Associate Professor, specializing in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Her clinical expertise includes advanced endoscopic procedures and extensive patient care. 🩺

Research Interest 🔍

🔬 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine’s research interests focus on NeuroPsychiatric profiles in HCV chronic liver disease, a topic supervised by Prof. Dr. Madeha Makhlouf. She explores the intersection of neurological and hepatic conditions, aiming to enhance understanding and treatment strategies in this specialized area of medicine.

Award and Honor🏆

🏆 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine has been recognized for her academic achievements and contributions to healthcare with honors during her MBBCH studies, reflecting her exceptional performance. Her dedication to excellence in Tropical Medicine, Hepatology, and Gastroenterology underscores her commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient care. 🌟

 

Research Skills🌟

🔍 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine excels in clinical research methodologies, specializing in observational studies and clinical trials in Tropical Medicine and Gastroenterology. Her research skills encompass data analysis, patient-centered investigations, and the application of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, enhancing healthcare practices in her field. 🌟

Achievements🏆

🌟 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Alshymaa Hassnine’s achievements are highlighted by her progression to Associate Professor at Minia University Hospital, where she excels in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. She has conducted pioneering research on NeuroPsychiatric profiles in HCV chronic liver disease, contributing significantly to medical knowledge and patient care in Upper Egypt. 🏆

 

Publications 📚

  • Abdelazim, O., Hassnine, A.A., Fathy, B., … Saad, Z.M., Mahmoud, H.A.
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation: 0 Citations
    • 📄 Renal Failure
  • Hassnine, A.A., Saber, M.A., Fouad, Y.M., … Abdelhalim, S.M., Elsayed, A.M.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation: 6 Citations
    • 📄 Virus Research
  • Elsayed, A.M., Fouad, Y.M., Hassan, H.A., … Abbas, A.M., Hassnine, A.A.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 0 Citations
    • 📄 Egyptian Liver Journal
  • Hassnine, A.A., Soliman, W., Elsayed, A.M., … Saied, M., Abdelraheem, E.M.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 2 Citations
    • 📄 Egyptian Liver Journal
  • Abu El-Makarem, M.A., Kamel, M.F., Mohamed, A.A., … Hassnine, A.A., Hassan, H.A.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 6 Citations
    • 📄 PLoS ONE
  • Hassanin, T.M., Fouad, Y., Mohamed, F.E., Abdel-Hafeez, E.H., Hassnine, A.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 3 Citations
    • 📄 European Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Méndez-Sánchez, N., Bugianesi, E., Gish, R.G., … Zou, H., Zuart Ruiz, R.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 160 Citations
    • 📄 The Lancet Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Hassnine, A., Saad, Z.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 0 Citations
    • 📄 Middle East Journal of Digestive Diseases
  • Mohamed, A.A., Abo-Elmatty, D.M., Ezzat, O., … Hassan, M.B., Fattah, S.A.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 5 Citations
    • 📄 Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity
  • Saber, M.A., Sarhan, H.A.-M., Fouad, Y.M., Elsayed, M.M.A., Hassnine, A.A.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: 2 Citations
    • 📄 Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine