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Prof. Vedat Toğan, Karadeniz Technical University, Turkey

🌟 Dr. Vedat Togan studied at Karadeniz Technical University (KTU) Civil Engineering Department between 1996-2000. In 2004, he completed his master’s thesis in the building science department of the same university, and received the title of “Master of Civil Engineering”, and in 2009, he completed his doctoral study and received the title of “Doctor” in Civil Engineering. During his doctorate, he took courses related to his doctoral studies at Ruhr University of Bochum, Germany between 2004-2005, and Delft University of Technology, Netherlands, with a TUBITAK scholarship between 2007-2008, respectively. 📚

🔬 After his doctorate; Assistant Professor at Karadeniz Technical University between 2011-2013. In January 2014, he was appointed as “Associate Professor” to the Department of Civil Engineering at KTU. He was appointed as a Professor at the same University in January 2019. Continuing his research at the Department of Civil Engineering at KTU, Dr. Togan has many articles, papers, and book chapters published in national and international conferences, journals, and books related to optimization, multi-objective optimization, optimization techniques, construction management, and artificial intelligence applications.🌐

🎓 Education : 

☀️ Prof. Vedat Toğan has an impressive academic journey that spans across various levels of education in the field of Civil Engineering. His educational odyssey commenced with an undergraduate program at Karadeniz Technical University, where he delved into the intricacies of Civil Engineering from 1997 to 2000. 🏗️ Subsequently, he pursued postgraduate studies at the same institution, further honing his expertise in construction engineering from 2001 to 2004. 📚 His scholarly pursuits reached their pinnacle with a doctorate at the Karadeniz Technical University’s Institute of Science in the realm of Civil Engineering, which he successfully completed from 2004 to 2009. 🏆 Prof. Vedat Toğan’s academic journey is a testament to his commitment to knowledge and excellence in the field of construction engineering. 🌐

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🧠 Research Interests 🔬🌐 :

🌍 Prof. Vedat Toğan’s intellectual curiosity extends across a diverse spectrum of research interests, reflecting his multifaceted engagement with the realm of Civil Engineering and related fields. 🌐 His scholarly pursuits encompass the intricate domain of Structural Engineering, where he explores the principles governing the stability and design of structures. 🏗️ With a keen focus on Building Management, he delves into the efficient coordination and administration of construction projects, ensuring optimal functionality and sustainability. 🔬 Moreover, Prof. Toğan navigates the intersection of technology and construction through his exploration of Informatics in Construction Management, leveraging innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and precision in the industry.

🏢 His expertise in Construction Management extends beyond traditional boundaries, encompassing a holistic approach to project oversight and implementation. 🛠️ Lastly, his involvement in Engineering and Technology underscores a commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation within the field. 🌱 Prof. Vedat Toğan’s expansive research interests underscore his dedication to advancing knowledge and driving progress in the dynamic landscape of Civil Engineering. 🚀

📚 Publication Impact and Citations : 

Scopus Metrics:

• 📝 Publications: 22 documents indexed in Scopus.
• 📊 Citations: A total of 1,149 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Prof. Vedat Toğan’s research within the academic community.

Google Scholar Metrics:

• All Time:
  • Citations: 1864 📖
  • h-index: 19 📊
  • i10-index: 29 🔍
• Since 2018:
  • Citations: 1167 📖
  • h-index: 17 📊
  • i10-index: 24 🔍

👨‍🏫 A prolific researcher with significant impact and contributions in the field, as evidenced by citation metrics. 🌐🔬

Publications ( Top Note ) :

1.  Design of Planar Steel Frames using Teaching–Learning Based Optimization

Published in Engineering Structures, 2012; Cited by 320.

2.  An Improved Genetic Algorithm with Initial Population Strategy and Self-Adaptive Member Grouping 

Published in Computers & Structures, 2008; Cited by 308.

3.  Optimization of 3D Trusses with Adaptive Approach in Genetic Algorithms 

Published in Engineering Structures, 2006; Cited by 181.

4.  Simultaneous Size, Shape, and Topology Optimization of Truss Structures using Integrated Particle Swarm Optimizer

Published in Structural and Multidisciplinary Optimization, 2016; Cited by 89.

5.  Interactive Search Algorithm: A New Hybrid Metaheuristic Optimization Algorithm

Published in Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 2018; Cited by 82.

6.  Sizing and Layout Design of Truss Structures under Dynamic and Static Constraints with an Integrated Particle Swarm Optimization Algorithm

Published in Applied Soft Computing, 2017; Cited by 65.

7.  Time-Cost Trade-Off Optimization of Construction Projects using Teaching Learning Based Optimization

Published in KSCE Journal of Civil Engineering, 2019; Cited by 57.

8.  Stochastic Analysis of Offshore Steel Structures: An Analytical Appraisal

Published in Springer Science & Business Media, 2012; Cited by 50.

9.  An Integrated Reliability-Based Design Optimization of Offshore Towers 

Published in Reliability Engineering & System Safety, 2009; Cited by 49.

10.  Solution of Structural and Mathematical Optimization Problems using a New Hybrid Swarm Intelligence Optimization Algorithm

Published in Advances in Engineering Software, 2019; Cited by 42.