Sena Cimilli Duru | Textile Engineering |Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sena Cimilli Duru, İstanbul Technical University, Turkey.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sena Cimilli Duru is a distinguished academic at Istanbul Technical University (ITU) in the Faculty of Textile Technologies and Design. With over a decade of research experience, she has contributed significantly to weft and warp knitting technologies, functional textiles, and fabric comfort. She earned her Ph.D. in Textile Engineering from ITU and has international experience as a guest researcher at RWTH Aachen University. Her work is marked by innovative approaches, such as applying finite element methods to textile engineering challenges. An award-winning professional, Dr. Duru continues to shape the future of textile technology. 👩‍🏫✨🧵

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Education and Experience

• 🎓 Education
  • 2007–2016: Ph.D., Textile Engineering, ITU Institute of Science
  • 2005–2007: Master’s, Textile Engineering, ITU Institute of Science
  • 2001–2005: Bachelor’s, Textile Engineering, ITU Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
  • 2000–2001: English Preparatory Education, ITU
• 💼 Experience
  • 2021–Present: Associate Professor, ITU Faculty of Textile Technologies and Design
  • 2005–2021: Research Assistant, ITU Faculty of Textile Technologies and Design
  • 2011–2012: Guest Researcher, RWTH Aachen University, Institut für Textiltechnik

Suitability summary for the award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sena Cimilli Duru, an accomplished researcher and educator, is a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award 🏆, reflecting her groundbreaking contributions to textile engineering. As the recipient of the Textile Start-up Challenge Level-Up Category 2nd Prize (March 2024), she has consistently demonstrated innovation and excellence in her field. With nearly two decades of academic and research experience at Istanbul Technical University, her work has significantly advanced knitting technology, functional textiles, and finite element modeling. Her contributions highlight her dedication to pushing the boundaries of textile science and engineering.

proffesional development

Dr. Sena Cimilli Duru has pursued an impressive professional trajectory in textile engineering, blending academic excellence and innovation. 🌟 Her work focuses on advancing weft and warp knitting technologies, creating functional textiles, and enhancing fabric comfort using finite element methods. She has collaborated internationally as a guest researcher at RWTH Aachen University, enriching her expertise in global textile practices. Her commitment to knowledge-sharing and innovative thinking has been acknowledged with accolades, including awards for start-up initiatives in textile technology. Dr. Duru’s contributions inspire both academic peers and the industry to pursue cutting-edge advancements in textiles. 🧵🌍🎓

Research focus

Dr. Sena Cimilli Duru’s research delves into innovative areas of textile engineering. Her focus includes the development of weft and warp knitting technologies, enhancing the functionality of textiles, and analyzing fabric dynamics and comfort. 🧶✨ Her expertise also extends to applying the finite element method for damage analysis and wear modeling of knitting elements, contributing to the durability and performance of textiles. By integrating advanced computational techniques with practical textile applications, Dr. Duru is advancing the understanding and utility of textiles in everyday life and specialized industries alike. 🔬📐👩‍🏫

Awards and Honors

   Textile Start-up Challenge Level-Up Category 2nd Prize – March 2024

Publication top notes  

• 🧵 “Effects of yarn type, process history, softener type and concentration on wicking and drying properties of cotton plain knitted fabrics” – Cimilli Duru, S., Şahin, U.K., Journal of the Textile Institute, 2020; Cited by: 11.

• 🌊 “Assessing water-related comfort performance of knitted fabrics made of rayon microfibers and lyocell fibers for intimate wear” – Duru, S.C., Göcek, I., Tekstil ve Konfeksiyon, 2020; Cited by: 3.

• 🎨 “Assessing color differences of cotton fabrics made from different yarns after abrasion” – Duru, S.C., Tufan, H.A., Şahin, U.K., Tekstil ve Konfeksiyon, 2020; Cited by: 1.

• 💧 “Water-Related Comfort Properties of Silver-Modified Polyamide Fabrics Treated With Wicking and Antibacterial Finishes” – Duru, S.C., Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, 2020; Cited by: 4.

• 🏃‍♀️ “Investigating the effects of wicking and antibacterial finishing treatments on some comfort characteristics of Meryl skinlife for seamless activewear/sportswear” – Göcek, İ., Duru, S.C., Journal of Engineered Fibers and Fabrics, 2019; Cited by: 5.

• 🧦 “Comfort properties of socks from seacell fibers” – Avcı, H., Özdemir, M., İridağ, B.Y., Duru, C.S., Candan, C., Journal of the Textile Institute, 2018; Cited by: 7.

• ✈️ “Smart protective clothing for aircraft crew” – Onder, E., Noyan, E.C.B., Duru, S.C., Paker, S., Sayar, R., Advances in Sustainable Aviation, 2017; Cited by: 1.