Assist. Prof. Dr. veli yavuz | Atmospheric Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Meteorologist at samsun university, Turkey

Dr. Veli Yavuz is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Meteorological Engineering at Samsun University, Turkey. With a deep-rooted expertise in atmospheric sciences, he has built a distinguished academic and research career focusing on synoptic meteorology, air pollution, and severe weather forecasting. His professional journey reflects a blend of teaching, cutting-edge research, and institutional leadership, culminating in his recent role as Vice Chair of the Meteorological Engineering Department. Dr. Yavuz is recognized not only for his scientific rigor but also for his significant contributions to meteorological safety, environmental research, and public health.

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Education

Dr. Yavuz obtained his BSc in Meteorological Engineering from Istanbul Technical University in 2014, where he developed foundational knowledge in weather systems and climatology. He continued at the same institution for his MSc in Meteorology with a specialization in Atmospheric Sciences, graduating in 2016. His thesis focused on lightning events and their correlation with aviation observations in the Marmara region. In 2022, he earned his PhD jointly from Istanbul Technical University and the University of Missouri (USA), where he examined the air-sea interactions that lead to thunderstorms over the Marmara region, using both physical observations and numerical modeling.

Experience

Dr. Yavuz began his academic career as a Research Assistant at Istanbul Technical University from 2014 to 2022. During this period, he honed his research and teaching capabilities while contributing to several national and international meteorological projects. Since 2022, he has been serving as Assistant Professor at Samsun University, where he also held the position of Vice Chair of the Department between 2023 and 2024. He has delivered courses in Synoptic Meteorology, Aeronautical Meteorology, Radar and Satellite Meteorology, and Severe Weather Forecasting. His editorial and peer review engagements include numerous international journals, and he has completed over 60 peer reviews, reflecting his integral role in the scholarly community.

Research Interests

Dr. Yavuz’s research interests span across synoptic meteorology, severe weather events, air-sea interactions, and atmospheric dynamics. He has conducted extensive investigations into air quality, fog formation, thunderstorm prediction, temperature inversions, and the climatology of extreme weather. His work applies both observational data and advanced numerical models such as the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model. Additionally, he has explored meteorological variables critical to aviation safety and environmental pollution, establishing himself as a leading voice in the intersection of meteorology and public health.

Awards

Dr. Yavuz has been recognized for his academic excellence and research contributions with several honors. Notably, he received the prestigious TUBITAK 2214-A International Research Fellowship, allowing him to conduct research in the USA as part of his PhD. He was also awarded the “Best PhD Thesis Award” by Istanbul Technical University in 2022 for his innovative work on air-sea interaction and thunderstorm dynamics over the Marmara region. These accolades underscore his potential to continue producing high-impact scientific work.

Publications

Dr. Veli Yavuz has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in internationally acclaimed journals. Some of his notable recent publications include:

1. “Variations in Air Pollutant Concentrations on Dry and Wet Days with Varying Precipitation Intensity,” published in Atmosphere (2024), cited for exploring precipitation’s effect on pollution levels.

2. “Unveiling the Impact of Temperature Inversions on Air Quality,” in Acta Geophysica (2024), a widely referenced study on pollution stratification.

3. “Performance Analyses of Thermodynamic Indices and Atmospheric Parameters in Thunderstorm and Non-thunderstorm Days,” in Pure and Applied Geophysics (2024), often cited in storm prediction models.

4. “Statistical Characteristics of Temperature Inversions in Istanbul, Türkiye,” in Theoretical and Applied Climatology (2023), contributing to urban air quality studies.

5. “Historical Extreme Winters of Istanbul,” in International Journal of Global Warming (2023), providing climatological insights into extreme cold weather patterns.

6. “Sea-Effect Snow Events over the Western Black Sea,” in Theoretical and Applied Climatology (2022), cited for its novel classification of lake-effect phenomena.

7. “A Long-Term Analysis of Thundersnow Events in the Marmara Region,” published in Natural Hazards (2022), which is influential in hazard preparedness and forecasting.

Conclusion

In summary, Dr. Veli Yavuz is an outstanding meteorological scientist and educator whose work transcends academic boundaries to impact public policy, environmental monitoring, and aviation safety. His multidimensional expertise and dedication to both teaching and research make him a prime candidate for recognition in any academic or professional award platform. With over a decade of experience, dozens of impactful publications, and awards affirming his scholarly excellence, Dr. Yavuz continues to be a driving force in advancing atmospheric sciences in Türkiye and beyond.