Ms. Sebnem Sozcu | Material Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Sebnem Sozcu, Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic

Sebnem Sözcü, M.Sc. 🎓 is a dynamic professional with a strong foundation in textile engineering and trade compliance. she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Material Engineering at the Technical University of Liberec 🇨🇿, focusing on cellulose aerogels in textile composites. With hands-on experience in import-export, compliance, and R&D, she has contributed to global companies like Honeywell and local innovators in Gaziantep. Fluent in Turkish, English, and Czech 🗣️, Sebnem combines academic depth with practical insight, excelling in international trade and materials science. She thrives in multicultural environments and values innovation, communication, and learning 🌍✨.

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🏅 Suitability Summary for Best Researcher Award

Sebnem Sözcü exemplifies the synergy between scientific research and industrial innovation. With an academic foundation in textile and materials engineering, she is advancing cutting-edge research on sustainable materials while actively contributing to global trade compliance and innovation ecosystems. Her cross-border experience, spanning Turkey, the Czech Republic, and the EU, enhances the real-world relevance of her research. Her dedication to sustainability, technical excellence, and material functionality makes her an ideal candidate for recognition as a best researcher in the fields of materials science, textiles, and sustainability.

📘 Education & Experience

🎓 Education

🎓 Ph.D. in Material Engineering – Technical University of Liberec, Czech Republic (2020–2025)
🎓 M.Sc. in Textile Science and Engineering – Gaziantep University, Turkey (2016–2019)
🎓 B.Sc. in Textile Engineering – Gaziantep University, Turkey (2010–2015)

💼 Experience

🏢 Import Trade Compliance Analyst – Honeywell Intl SRO, Prague (2023–Present)
📦 Import/Export Analyst (Short-Term) – Honeywell Spol SRO, Prague (2022–2023)
🚛 Import & Export Supervisor – ASELPLAST Ambalaj, Gaziantep (2020–2021)
🧪 Innovation & Process Specialist – SANAT HALI & KARTAL Carpet, Gaziantep (2018–2019)
📄 Customer Representative – SELÇUK İPLİK & KARA Holding, Gaziantep (2016–2017)

🌱 Professional Development

Sebnem Sözcü is dedicated to continuous growth through a blend of academic and industry experiences 📚🏭. She has built expertise in trade compliance 🚛, SAP and ERP systems 💻, and textile engineering innovations 🧵. As a Ph.D. candidate, she engages in high-level materials research while contributing to global businesses through analytical and compliance-driven roles 🧠🌍. Her adaptability and multilingual proficiency 🗣️ allow her to operate seamlessly in international environments. With hands-on experience from TÜBİTAK-backed research projects to EU customs compliance, she demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration ♻️🤝.

🔬 Research Focus

Sebnem’s research centers on sustainable textile materials, particularly the development of cellulose aerogels used in composite structures ♻️🧪. Her Ph.D. work explores how these eco-friendly materials can revolutionize technical textiles through enhanced thermal and acoustic insulation 🔊🌡️. With prior research into recycled polypropylene yarns and house wrap designs, she brings a holistic approach to environmental responsibility in textile engineering 🧵🌍. Her aim is to integrate material innovation with real-world applicability—reducing waste while improving textile functionality. This aligns with global trends in green materials and smart composites 💡📘, placing her work at the intersection of science and sustainability.

🏆 Awards and Honors

🎖️ Selected participant in TÜBİTAK 1501 Industrial R&D Support Program
🏅 Recognized for contributions to EU and UK import compliance at Honeywell
🧵 Acknowledged for innovation in recycled polypropylene yarns during MSc research
📜 Honors graduate in Textile Engineering at Gaziantep University