Tugba Turnaoglu
About Tugba Turnaoglu
Tugba Turnaoglu is an R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, with a strong background in chemical engineering and research. She has held various academic and research positions, including roles at The University of Kansas and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Tugba Turnaoglu serves as an R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to research and development initiatives within the organization. Her role involves applying her expertise in chemical engineering to various projects aimed at advancing scientific knowledge and technology.
Previous Experience at The University of Kansas
Tugba Turnaoglu worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at The University of Kansas from 2014 to 2016 and again from 2017 to 2019. During her time in this role, she engaged in research activities that supported her academic pursuits in chemical and petroleum engineering. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in research methodologies and technical skills.
Postdoctoral Research at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
From 2020 to 2022, Tugba Turnaoglu was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. In this capacity, she conducted advanced research projects, further developing her expertise in chemical engineering. This position allowed her to collaborate with other researchers and contribute to significant scientific advancements.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Tugba Turnaoglu has a comprehensive educational background in chemical engineering. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Ankara University from 2004 to 2009. She then obtained a Master of Science from The University of Oklahoma from 2011 to 2013. Her academic journey culminated in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering from the University of Kansas, completed in 2019.
Language and Academic Preparation
Tugba Turnaoglu completed an Academic English Program at The University of Texas at Austin from 2010 to 2011. This program equipped her with the necessary language skills to excel in her subsequent academic and professional endeavors in the field of engineering.