Sebnem Sozcu | Textile Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Sebnem Sozcu, Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic
Sebnem Sözcü, M.Sc. 🎓, is a dedicated professional with a passion for global trade compliance 🌍, textile engineering 🧵, and innovation 💡. Currently based in the Czech Republic 🇨🇿, she thrives on building meaningful connections 🤝 and driving compliance excellence in multinational environments. With hands-on experience across import/export operations 📦 and research projects 🔬, she brings technical acumen and people-centric communication skills 🗣️ to every role. Sebnem’s career journey spans R&D, customer service, and compliance analysis, showcasing her adaptability, curiosity, and growth mindset 🌱. Fluent in Turkish, English, and Czech 🗨️, she’s a true global citizen passionate about impactful work.
Professional profile:
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Education & Experience :
📘 Education:
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🎓 Ph.D. Candidate, Technical University of Liberec, CZ (2020–2025) – Textile Engineering – Cellulose Aerogel in Composite Structures
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🎓 M.Sc., Gaziantep University, TR (2016–2019) – Textile Science – Recycled Polypropylene Yarn & Carpets
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🎓 B.Sc., Gaziantep University, TR (2010–2015) – Textile Engineering – House Wrap Development
💼 Experience:
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🧾 Import Trade Compliance Analyst, Honeywell, Prague, CZ (2023–Present)
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🚚 Import & Export Supervisor, ASELPLAST, Gaziantep, TR (2020–2021)
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🧪 Innovation & Process Specialist (R&D), SANAT HALI & KARTAL CARPET (2018–2019)
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📞 Customer Representative, SELÇUK İPLİK & KARA HOLDING (2016–2017)
Professional Development :
Sebnem Sözcü continuously evolves through multidisciplinary learning 📚 and industry-focused roles. She has enhanced her technical expertise through research programs like TÜBİTAK’s R&D initiative 🧪, while sharpening her compliance knowledge via EU and UK trade law operations 🇪🇺🇬🇧. Her familiarity with tools like SAP GUI and ERP systems 🖥️ adds value in fast-paced business environments. Sebnem’s multilingual abilities 🗣️ (Turkish, English, Czech) and international experience in Turkey and the Czech Republic underscore her cultural adaptability 🌏. Eager to embrace innovation and digital transformation 🚀, she seeks challenges that combine science, strategy, and sustainable development 🌿.
Research Focus Category :
Sebnem’s research focuses on textile material innovation 🧵🔬, particularly the integration of cellulose aerogels into composite structures for functional and sustainable applications 🌱. Her work lies at the intersection of material science, engineering, and sustainability ♻️, with a clear orientation toward eco-friendly manufacturing and advanced textile composites 🧪. By leveraging recycled materials and nanostructures, Sebnem aims to contribute to the next generation of smart, durable, and energy-efficient textile solutions 🏗️🧫. Her work has implications in construction, insulation, and even biomedical textiles — driving textile research toward circular and responsible production systems 🌍.
Awards & Honors :
🏅 TÜBİTAK 1501 Industrial R&D Project Support – Assistant Coordinator Role
📜 Graduate Thesis Recognition – Sustainable Yarn & Carpet Production
🌟 Project Contributor, recognized by SANAT HALI for innovation efforts
🎓 Academic Excellence, recognized during MSc and BSc studies
🌐 ERASMUS Exchange & International Experience (Czech Republic)
Suitability for the Best Researcher Award:
Sebnem Sözcü, M.Sc., demonstrates a unique combination of expertise in global trade compliance, textile engineering, and innovation. Her strong background in research, particularly within import/export operations and compliance analysis, positions her as an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Sebnem’s technical acumen, coupled with her ability to communicate effectively across multinational environments, exemplifies the traits of a top-tier researcher.
Publication top notes :
Title: Synthesis of Acetobacter xylinum Bacterial Cellulose Aerogels and Their Effect on the Selected Properties
Citation: Sebnem Sozcu, Jaroslava Frajova, Jakub Wiener, Mohanapriya Venkataraman, Blanka Tomkova, Jiri Militky. Synthesis of Acetobacter xylinum Bacterial Cellulose Aerogels and Their Effect on the Selected Properties. Gels, 2025, 11(4), 272. https://doi.org/10.3390/gels11040272
Title: Effect of Drying Methods on the Thermal and Mechanical Behavior of Bacterial Cellulose Aerogel
Citation: Sebnem Sozcu, Jaroslava Frajova, Jakub Wiener, Mohanapriya Venkataraman, Blanka Tomkova, Jiri Militky. Effect of Drying Methods on the Thermal and Mechanical Behavior of Bacterial Cellulose Aerogel. Gels, 2024, 10(7), 474. https://doi.org/10.3390/gels10070474
Title: Incorporation of Cellulose-Based Aerogels into Textile Structures
Citation: Sebnem Sozcu, Mohanapriya Venkataraman, Jakub Wiener, Blanka Tomkova, Jiri Militky, Aamir Mahmood. Incorporation of Cellulose-Based Aerogels into Textile Structures. Materials, 2023, 17(1), 27. https://doi.org/10.3390/ma17010027
Title: Electrospun Nanofibrous Materials for Oil/Water Separation
Citation: Aysegul Gul, Izabela Gallus, Sebnem Sozcu, Fatma Yalcinkaya. Electrospun Nanofibrous Materials for Oil/Water Separation. In: ACS Symposium Series, 2022, 1407, Chapter 2, pp. 21–41. https://doi.org/10.1021/bk-2022-1407.ch002
Title: Geopolymers and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Composites in Civil Engineering
Citation: Aamir Mahmood, Muhammad Tayyab Noman, Miroslava Pechočiaková, Nesrine Amor, Michal Petru, Mohamed Abdelkader, Jiri Militky, Sebnem Sozcu, Syed Zameer Ul Hassan. Geopolymers and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Composites in Civil Engineering. Polymers, 2021, 13(13), 2099. https://doi.org/10.3390/polym13132099
Conclusion:
Sebnem Sözcü’s career is a testament to her dedication to research and continuous learning. She has excelled in areas that are crucial to global trade compliance and textile engineering, and her innovative approaches have had a lasting impact. With her strong communication skills and multidisciplinary expertise, Sebnem is undoubtedly a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.