Canan Karakaya
About Canan Karakaya
Canan Karakaya is an R&D Staff Member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, focusing on gas-to-liquid technology. She has held academic positions and has published extensively in her field.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Canan Karakaya serves as an R&D Staff Member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) since 2021. In this role, Karakaya focuses on research and development initiatives that align with the laboratory's mission to advance scientific knowledge and technology. The position involves applying expertise in reactor systems and energy conversion technologies to contribute to innovative solutions in energy and environmental challenges.
Previous Experience at Colorado School of Mines
Prior to joining ORNL, Karakaya worked at Colorado School of Mines as an R. Assistant Professor from 2015 to 2021. During this six-year tenure, Karakaya contributed to academic research and education in chemical engineering. Additionally, from 2013 to 2015, Karakaya held the position of Chemical Engineer, PhD, at the same institution, focusing on advanced research in gas-to-liquid processes.
Educational Background
Canan Karakaya completed a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology from 2008 to 2012. Prior to this, Karakaya earned a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Kocaeli Üniversitesi, studying from 2005 to 2008. The educational foundation laid during these years has significantly contributed to Karakaya's expertise in chemical engineering and research methodologies.
Research Focus and Publications
Karakaya's research goals center on understanding the fundamentals of gas-to-liquid challenges, aiming to design and optimize new technologies for future applications. This focus has led to the publication of 26 journal articles and a book chapter, primarily addressing gas-to-liquid processes. Karakaya has also presented research findings at various international conferences, contributing to the global discourse in the field.
Experience at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Before moving to the United States, Canan Karakaya worked at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) as a Research Assistant from 2008 to 2013. This five-year experience in the Karlsruhe Area, Germany, provided a solid foundation in research and development, particularly in reactor systems and energy conversion technologies, which continue to inform current research efforts.