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The Minimum Variance Distortionless Response Beamformer for Damage Identification Using Modal Curvatures
(Association of American Publishers, 2023) Eroğlu, Uğurcan; Pau, A.
This study presents a damage identification procedure in beams based on the use of beamforming algorithms, which are mostly utilized in inverse problems of source identification and image reconstruction. We choose the modal curvatures as observed quantities and compare the performance of the Bartlett beamformer, minimum variance distortionless response (MVDR) processor, and of a conventional objective function based on the modal curvatures. By means of a set of experiments, we show that the MVDR processor can overcome some of the difficulties encountered with other estimators, especially in cases of slight damage, or damage located between two sensors. © 2023, Association of American Publishers. All rights reserved.
Utilizing of Tincal Ore Wastes in Ceramic Industry
(Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2023) Yücel, Onuralp; Özmen, Levent; Yıldırım, Yıldız; Başoğlu, Dilek
Boron mining is carried out as opencast/open pit mining in Turkey. The obtained boron ore is presented to the utilization of many industrial branches such as insulation fiberglass and ceramic glazes, after washing, distribution, and classification according to the size but most of commercial applications of borates require the use of refined borates (Briggs in Kirk–Othmer encyclopedia of chemical technology, 2001). Approximately 4.2 million tons (2 million tons based on B2O3) of boron were produced globally in 2016. In worldwide B2O3-based boron production, Eti Maden (Turkey) ranks first with a 50% share, USA with 25%, and other countries with 25% are trailing Turkey (Bor Sector Report, Eti Mine, 2009). It is known that, during the production of boron containing chemicals, some of these are spreading to environment (Karahan et al. in J Colloid Interface Sci 293:36, 2006; Sahin in Desalination 143:35, 2002). Boron-containing wastes coming out of the exploitation facilities are generally solid and in small dimensions, and also in pulp state. The studies related with the evaluation of boron waste demonstrate that the most appropriate evaluation method for the boron waste is storing the waste without harming the environment or regaining the boron within the waste and making the remaining minerals including clay suitable for the utilization of appropriate sectors (Christogerou et al. in Ceram Int 35:447, 2009). Boron containing wastes generating from production facilities are suitable raw materials for appropriate sectors when environmental impacts are being taken into consideration, too. In this study, the effect of various amounts of boron waste added to the ceramic body on forming and firing processes have been analyzed. This study has been carried out in order to provide information for bringing in this inert potential resource to the advantage of the country’s economy. © 2023, The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society.
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Investigating the Relationship Between Volitional Strategies and Academic Achievement in a Flipped Learning Environment
(Fac Teacher Education, 2019) Seggie, Fatma Nevra; Kiziltepe, Zeynep; Birgili, Bengi
This study was conducted to determine whether there is a relationship between academic volitional strategies and academic achievement in a flipped learning environment. Academic achievement entails an environment where students exert self-discipline on classroom tasks. By using volitional strategies, learners can enhance engagement on academic tasks and complete assignments more efficiently. Undergraduate students enrolled in a teacher education programme at a higher education institution in Turkey participated in the research. Academic Volitional Strategies Inventory (AVSI), with alpha = .87 internal consistency, was applied to a group of students. The obtained data were explored through Pearson correlation. The results showed a statistically significant positive relationship between AVSI scores and academic achievements (r =.39, p=<.05). Hence, volitional skills and academic achievements act in concert in a teacher education programme.
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Breast Lesion Detection From Dce-Mri Using Yolov7
(American Institute of Physics, 2024) Şahin,Sinan; Araz, Nusret; Bakırman, Tolga; Çakar, Tuna; Kulavuz, Bahadır; Bayram, Bülent; Çavuşoğlu, Mustafa
Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among women. Early diagnosis of breast cancer has vital importance to prevent unexpected losses. A worldwide effort has been made to tackle early detection challenge. Dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging is a superior imaging system that improves breast cancer diagnosis quality of physicians. Computer Aided Diagnosis systems are used as a complementary tool to improve breast cancer diagnosis. In last decades, various computer aided diagnosis systems have been proposed. However, the state-of-the-art deep learning-based approaches have started to overcome conventional medical image processing methods. In this study, we aimed to detect malignant breast lesions from open access dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance imagery dataset using most recent YOLOv7 deep learning architecture. 2400 images have been used for training (80%) and testing (20%) of the network. The metrics calculated with the test dataset are 98.54%, 96.42% and 84.40% for mAP@0.50 IoU, mAP@0.75 IoU and mAP, respectively. The results show that YOLOv7 architecture is capable to detect malignant breast lesions from dynamic contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance images efficiently. © 2024 Author(s).
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Identification of Candidate Biomarkers and Pathways in Breast Cancer by Differential Network Analysis
(Inderscience Publishers, 2020) Mendi, Onur; Karahoca, Adem
Breast cancer is one of the most malignant cancers in women worldwide. The aim of the present study was to explore the underlying biological mechanisms of breast cancer. For this purpose, we propose a novel framework to reveal mechanisms that drive disease progression in breast cancer by combining prior knowledge in the literature with differential networking methodology. Our integration framework has resulted in the most important genes and interactions by allowing ranking the breast cancer-specific gene network. YY1, SMARCA5, FOXM1, STAT4 and PTTG1 were found to be the most important genes in breast cancer. Functional and pathway enrichment analyses identified numerous pathways that may play a critical role in disease progression. Considering the success of the comparison of the results with the literature, the systemic lupus erythematosus pathway may be a potential target of breast cancer.
Numerical Seismic Performance Investigation of Aac Infill Walls With Flat-Truss Bed-Joint Reinforcement
(National Technical University of Athens, 2023) İlki, Alper; Halıcı, Ömer Faruk
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) is a lightweight, energy-efficient and easy-to-transport material. As a result, AAC walls are becoming increasingly common as an infill solution in earthquake-prone areas such as Turkey, Italy, and Greece. Although infills are considered as secondary components in seismic design, they are extremely vulnerable to damage during earthquakes along both in-plane (IP) and out-of-plane (OOP) directions. Previous post-earthquake site examinations revealed that the failure of infill walls can result in serious injuries and casualties. Furthermore, huge economic losses as well as disruption in the functionality of essential buildings that are supposed to be operational after earthquakes may adversely affect the daily life in the earthquake-affected regions. One of the potential methods for increasing the seismic resilience of infill walls is use of bed-joint reinforcement between infill courses. In this paper, the general approaches in the establishment of the numerical finite element model for infill walls with and without bed-joint reinforcement are presented. The developed model was evaluated according to the previous full-scale experimental test results from strength and damage propagation point of view. The model will be used to investigate the response of infills with various bed-joint reinforcement amounts and height-to-length ratios to generalize the seismic performance improvements obtained by the use of flat-truss reinforcement both in the IP and OOP directions.
The TRAIN Framework for AI-Assisted Development of Novice Accounting Instructors
(Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2025) Son-Turan, Semen
Novice accounting instructors in higher education, and particularly in specialized fields like accounting, face significant challenges, including the need to frequently update curricula, balance theoretical and practical instruction, master new technologies, and integrate sustainability principles into their teaching. These demands are compounded by limited access to professional development resources and growing pressures for educational sustainability. This study evaluates the potential of AI chatbots to address these challenges by enhancing the capacity of junior instructors to create and deliver effective, sustainability-aligned course materials. It introduces the TRAIN framework (Technology-enhanced Responsible AI Integration for Novice Instructors), a structured model designed to align AI capabilities with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 4.c (Teacher Training). Through a systematic literature review (2019–2024), the research identifies key themes, including chatbot integration in education, AI’s capabilities and limitations, and its broader implications for accounting education. The findings demonstrate that AI chatbots can streamline content creation, provide personalized instructional support, and foster sustainable teaching practices. By bridging critical gaps in AI literacy and sustainability integration, the TRAIN framework offers a roadmap for empowering educators to meet evolving educational demands while advancing environmentally responsible teaching methodologies. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
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Identification of Material Viscoelastic Properties Using the Motion of a Rigid Sphere Located at Tissue-Mimicking Material Interface in Response To a Dynamic Force
(Trans Tech Publications, 2022) Koç, Hayati Ömer; Körük, Hasan; Beşli, Ayça; Yurdaer, Berk Salih
The motion of a rigid sphere located at tissue-mimicking material interface in response to a dynamic force of short duration for the purpose of the determination of material viscoelastic properties was investigated in this study. The experiments were performed using a rigid sphere located at tissue-like material (gelatin phantom) interfaces. An electromagnet was used to apply the desired dynamic force to the sphere and a high-speed camera was used to track the movement of the sphere. Using the experimentally measured response of the sphere and the dynamic response of the sphere predicted by a sophisticated analytical model of the sphere located at a medium interface, the shear modulus, density and damping of the tissue-mimicking material were determined. The procedure followed in this study successfully produced the shear modulus, density and viscous damping ratio of the 20% (and 30%) gelation phantom as 1320 Pa, 1040 kg/m3 and 0.12 (and 2580 Pa, 1180 kg/m3 and 0.2), respectively. As the sophisticated theoretical model that is valid for small and large sphere displacements includes many parameters for the system such as the mass and size of the sphere, the inertia force of the medium involved in motion and the radiation damping due to shear waves and the experimental setup is very straightforward, it is believed that the procedure proposed in this study can be widely exploited to identify accurate material viscoelastic properties in practice.
Classifying the European Football Leagues by Using Balance-Performance Matrix
(Pamukkale University, 2021) Özaydın, Selçuk Mustafa
European football has transformed over the last two decades both financially and athletically. Although the aggregate revenue generated by the European football increases, some leagues grew richer than the others. The inequality in the distribution of revenue caused the talents to accumulate in the Big 5 leagues and left the others with no chance to compete. Especially after the introduction of Financial Fair Play, teams from other leagues became in desperate need of transfer income which accelerated the accumulation of talent. This paper proposes a matrix, the Balance-Performance Matrix, for classifying leagues with respect to their transfer balance and sportive performance. As the results of the matrix illustrate, some leagues indeed became suppliers for the Big 5 and they have lost their competitive edge whereas some are still competing despite losing their best talents.
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Building a Community Through a Design Build Studio Program
(Springer international Publishing Ag, 2025) Inceoglu, Arda
This paper aims to provide a comprehensive and critical assessment of the outcomes stemming from a Design-Build program, a pedagogical approach widely adopted by educational institutions worldwide. These programs are instrumental in equipping students with vital practical skills, often unattainable within the confines of a conventional studio environment. While the objectives of this program align with those of similar initiatives in various educational institutions, an examination reveals an unexpected and substantial outcome. Beyond its primary goals, the Design-Build program has played an integral role in instilling a culture of collaboration and camaraderie within the school, thereby significantly contributing to the overall success of its architectural education. All stages of the program consist of collaborative processes, instilling from an early age the importance of working together by helping each other than individual competition.
Parameters Effects Study on Pulse Laser for the Generation of Surface Acoustic Waves in Human Skin Detection Applications
(2015) Chen, Kun; Wu, Sen; Li, Yanning; Li, Tingting; Fu, Xing; Dorantes-Gonzalez, Dante Jorge
Laser-induced Surface Acoustic Waves (LSAWs) has been promisingly and widely used in recent years due to its rapid, high accuracy and non-contact evaluation potential of layered and thin film materials. For now, researchers have applied this technology on the characterization of materials' physical parameters, like Young's Modulus, density, and Poisson's ratio; or mechanical changes such as surface cracks and skin feature like a melanoma. While so far, little research has been done on providing practical guidelines on pulse laser parameters to best generate SAWs. In this paper finite element simulations of the thermos-elastic process based on human skin model for the generation of LSAWs were conducted to give the effects of pulse laser parameters have on the generated SAWs. And recommendations on the parameters to generate strong SAWs for detection and surface characterization without cause any damage to skin are given.
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Compaction and Shear Strength Behavior of Fresh and Aged Basic Oxygen Furnace (bof) Steel Slag
(2016) Yıldırım, İrem Zeynep; Prezzi, Monica
Use of industrial by-products in geotechnical engineering projects, such as in the construction of highway embankments, is advantageous because large volumes of these materials can be utilized. Basic oxygen furnace (BOF) steel slag is one of these industrial by-products. This paper provides a brief background on the characteristics of BOF steel slag and presents the results of a series of laboratory tests (grain-size analysis, maximum and minimum dry density, compaction, large-scale direct shear tests (LDS) and isotropically consolidated-drained triaxial compression (CID TX) performed on fresh and aged BOF steel slag generated from an Indiana steel plant. BOF steel slag samples from three different batches of production were tested, which allowed an evaluation of both aging processes and the effect of changes in gradation on the mechanical properties. The BOF steel slag tested in this study contained sand-size particles with varying percentages of gravel-and silt-size fractions. The moisture-density relationships for BOF steel slag were irregular with two peaks. Based on the LDS and CID TX test results, the BOF steel slag exhibited superior strength and stiffness characteristics than conventional geo-materials. The mechanical properties of fresh and aged BOF steel slag are discussed in the context of its use in geotechnical applications.
Free(?) Space at the 2018 Venice Biennale
(Intellect Books, 2019) Yücel, Şebnem
In his article ‘Out of Site/In Plain View: On the Origins and Actuality of the Architecture Exhibition’, architectural historian and curator Barry Bergdoll starts by asking the obvious question: ‘What does it mean to exhibit architecture? Isn’t architecture, once it is built, always already on display?’1 Despite always being on display, however, architecture escapes being exhibited. Because we cannot exhibit architecture in the way an artist can exhibit a painting or a sculpture.
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An Overview on the Structural Monitoring, Assessment and Retrofitting of Historical Structures With a Focus on 13th Century Monuments
(Springer international Publishing Ag, 2024) Ilki, Alper; Inci, Pinar; Halici, Omer F.; Demir, Cem; Comert, Mustafa; Kuran, Fikret
Monumental historical structures affirm natural and cultural identity and hence they should be transmitted to future generations. The protection and preservation of these structures against aging and natural hazards, particularly seismic actions, requires a comprehensive approach including diagnosis of the present condition of the structure and enhancement of structural capacity for disaster mitigation, if necessary. It is obvious that due to their historical values, any attempt towards the preservation of the monumental historical structures must be carried out with respect to the principles of integrity and authenticity. In this study, the structural performance assessment procedures, implementation of structural health monitoring systems and seismic strengthening strategies are discussed and described with reference to 13th-century monumental historical structures in Turkiye. The structural engineering aspects of recent activities for the restoration and preservation of the Great Mosque and Hospital of Divrigi (a world heritage listed structure) and Sivas Ulu Cami (Mosque) Minaret are briefly presented. In light of the structural analysis and monitoring results, recommendations for interventions to these monumental structures are outlined.
The Curse of the Phoenix: on Rebuilding Beirut and Hatay
(Intellect Ltd., 2025) Yücel, Ş.E.
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Supporting Novice Mathematics Teachers: the Impact of an E- Mentoring and Video-Based Professional Development Program on Teachers? Noticing Skills
(Modestum Ltd, 2023) Demirel, Damla; Guzel, Esra Bukova; Güzel, Esra Bukova; Güler, Mustafa; Aslan-Tutak, Fatma; Guler, Mustafa; Baki, Mujgan; Celik, Derya; Celik, Aytug Ozaltun; Taylan, Rukiye Didem; Çelik, Derya
This paper focuses on e-mentoring of novice mathematics teachers as professional development, and reports findings of the e-mentoring practices enriched with videos to improve noticing skills of novice teachers. A single group pre- and post-test study was conducted with the participation of 17 mentees, novice middle school mathematics teachers. Participants' noticing skills were assessed through a whole-class teaching video shown to them before and after the intervention. The responses of the teachers to the video assessment were analyzed considering attending, interpreting and decision-making dimensions of noticing. The results revealed that the ementoring program improved the novice mathematics teachers' noticing skills significantly in all dimensions.
Capacity Allocation and Pricing Policies for Cloud Computing Service Providers
(Curran Associates Inc., 2018) Ünlüyurt T.; Özgür Özlük; Afghah, R.
The cloud computing is regarded as a paradigm shift in today’s IT world. As cloud computing resources behave like perishable products, revenue management techniques can be applied to increase cloud service provider's total revenue. In this paper, we propose various methods for pricing and capacity allocation. We consider three types of instances offered by the service provider; subscription, on-demand and spot instances. We introduce three allocation and pricing policies and propose different models. We simulate these models on a randomly generated dataset and evaluate the models for different capacities. The results we obtain indicate the sensitivity of revenue to varying policies and demonstrate the potential profit increase for cloud service providers. © 2018, Curran Associates Inc. All rights reserved.
Seismic Performance of Damaged Code-Conforming Rc Columns Repaired With Sustainable Structural Mortar
(Elsevier B.V., 2024) Kolemenoglu, S.; Halici, O.F.; Demir, C.; Aydemir, C.; Aydemir, M.E.; Ilki, A.
Examining the seismic performance of damaged reinforced concrete (RC) structures after repair applications is vital for an effective post-earthquake disaster management policy. However, the number of experimental studies investigating the seismic behavior of repaired RC members is insufficient, especially for structural members that have endured slight or moderate level damages. In this study, four identical large-scale code-conforming RC columns were tested under combined effects of axial load and reversed cyclic lateral displacements. The reference column was tested until failure, while the remaining three columns were first imposed to lateral displacements until the formation of damages at different levels, then repaired with structural repair mortar that contains recycled raw materials without removing axial load and tested again until failure. The primary objectives of the experimental program are to enhance the knowledge on the post-earthquake performance of damaged RC columns and to investigate the effects of repair applications after slight and moderate damage levels. This paper provides details on the effectiveness of the aforementioned repair technique on the seismic performance of code-complying RC columns damaged at different damage levels. © 2024 Elsevier B.V.. All rights reserved.
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Effect of Boron Addition to Steel on Mechanical Properties
(Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH, 2025) Özmen, Levent; Cakici, Mehmet; Yucel, Onuralp
In the production of qualified steel, if 5–30 ppm boron is present in the product, the hardenability of the steel increases significantly by the case hardening process. This small amount of boron content reduces the austenite grain size (by preventing grain growth) and increases the matrix hardness through the precipitates formed.With the addition of boron, it is possible to obtain the desired hardness depth due to the cementation applied especially in gear parts. This result obtained in boron steels is similar to Cr, Mn, Mo, Ni, etc., which are used in conditions where boron is not used. In other words, the use of boron as a microalloying element also provides cost savings. In this study, the parameters affecting the hardenability of steel by boron addition amounts in steel production using ferroboron were investigated on the basis of chemical content, metallographic structure, and mechanical properties. © The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society 2025.
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Les Conventions Préparatoires
(Istanbul University Press, 2024) Işıntan, Pelin
La phase précontractuelle est une zone grise, difficile à cerner et gouvernée par la liberté contractuelle. Les parties sont libres d’organiser leurs pourparlers conventionnellement et s’imposer des devoirs contractuels même en période précontractuelle. Par convention précontractuelle nous entendons un acte bilatéral qui vise la conclusion du contrat négocié. Puisque le Code des Obligations turc ne consacre pas une section spécifique aux pourparlers les parties ont grand intérêt à organiser cette phase et définir les règles à suivre et leurs comportements réciproques. Les parties peuvent former des actes précontractuels sous des formes et avec des contenus très variés. Nous allons nous limiter aux actes bilatéraux conclus entre les parties puisque nous examinons les conventions préparatoires. Par conséquent, les actes unilatéraux tels que la lettre d’intention envoyée par l’une des parties avec l’intention de débuter les pourparlers ne seraient pas traités dans cet article. Ainsi nous envisageons une étude sur les conventions précontractuelles en tenant compte de leur effet obligatoire. Dans un premier temps, nous traiterons les conventions qu’on pourrait appeler les contrats préparatoires qui créent un effet obligatoire pour au moins une des parties, et ensuite nous examinerons les conventions munies d’un tel effet.

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