Kaan Koçali at Istanbul Gelisim University, Turkey
Author Profile
Summary
Dr. Kaan Koçali is a Doctor Lecturer at Istanbul Gelişim University, specializing in Occupational Health and Safety. With a multidisciplinary academic background in mining engineering, occupational safety, and entrepreneurship, he combines extensive field experience with active contributions to international academic forums. He has held several administrative roles and has been recognized with numerous awards for his research excellence and academic performance, both nationally and internationally.
Educational Background
Dr. Koçali earned his Ph.D. in Occupational Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydın University in 2021, with a dissertation focused on the legal responsibilities of permanent supervisors in mines within the framework of Turkish laws 3213 and 6331. He holds two master’s degrees: one in Mining Engineering (thesis-based) from Istanbul University, where he investigated the effects of boron compounds on solar panels, and a non-thesis master’s in Occupational Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydın University. Additionally, he completed bachelor's degrees in Mining Engineering (Istanbul University, 2011), Business Administration (Anadolu University, 2022), and Entrepreneurship (Istanbul Kültür University, 2025 - ongoing).
Professional Experience
Since August 2021, Dr. Koçali has served as a Doctor Lecturer at Istanbul Gelişim University, Istanbul Gelişim Vocational School, in the Department of Property Protection and Security, Occupational Health and Safety Program. He has also participated in Erasmus+ academic mobility programs at MEGUNARODEN SLAVJANSKI UNIVERZITET in North Macedonia and SMART LEAP GmbH in Germany. In addition to his academic duties, he has taken on significant administrative roles such as Department Head, Program Coordinator, Erasmus Coordinator, Commission Chair for Performance Evaluation, and Faculty Board Member.
Research Interests
Dr. Koçali’s research focuses on occupational safety regulations in high-risk industries such as mining, safety software development, legal frameworks for occupational supervision, and the effects of chemical compounds in energy applications. He also shows a growing interest in interdisciplinary approaches connecting safety engineering, energy technology, and cybersecurity in occupational settings.
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Awards & Honors
Dr. Koçali has been the recipient of several prestigious accolades for his academic and research contributions. These include the Academic Research Impact Award (SHEN Conferences, 2024), Best Researcher Awards in various international conferences on cybersecurity, science, and engineering (2022–2024), and the Top Researcher Award at the International Conference on Cybersecurity and Cryptography in 2023. Domestically, he received the Academic Performance Award (Third in Unit) from Istanbul Gelişim University in 2024 and was recognized for his academic excellence in Mining Engineering with a departmental second-place award at Istanbul University in 2011. Additionally, he received a Project Award at the EURIE Eurasia Higher Education Summit in 2020.
Publication Top Notes
1. Syrian Migrant Workers and Occupational Health and Safety: Problems Encountered and Policy Recommendations
Authors: K. Koçali, M. Başal
Conference: TAM 4th International Social Sciences Congress
Year: 2025
Summary: This study investigates the occupational health and safety challenges faced by Syrian migrant workers in Türkiye and offers actionable policy recommendations to improve workplace conditions and regulatory compliance.
2. İşyerlerinde İş Sağlığı Hizmetleri
Author: K. Koçali
Book Chapter: Çalışan Sağlığı ve İş Güvenliği, pp. 161–196
Year: 2025
Summary: This comprehensive chapter discusses workplace health services in Turkey, covering legal frameworks, implementation challenges, and the integration of preventive health systems.
3. Transformation Analysis of Occupational Health and Safety Policies in Türkiye within the Framework of the European Union Harmonization Process
Authors: K. Koçali, T. Yapan
Conference: International Congress on Health Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety
Year: 2025
Summary: This paper examines how Türkiye's occupational health and safety policies have evolved due to EU alignment efforts, highlighting policy reforms and their real-world impact.
4. Madencilikte Acil Durum ve Tahliye Planlarının Etkinliği: Simülasyon ile Senaryo Tabanlı Bir Analiz
Authors: H. Erdoğan, K. Koçali
Conference: VI. National Occupational Health and Safety Student Congress
Pages: 45–47
Year: 2025
Summary: Focuses on the effectiveness of emergency and evacuation plans in mining operations using scenario-based simulations to identify critical improvement areas.
5. Thematic Evolution of Occupational Health and Safety Management Research in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
Author: K. Koçali
Conference: International Congress on Health Sciences, Occupational Health and Safety
Year: 2025
Summary: Explores research trends and themes in OHS management within SMEs, offering insights into gaps and future research directions to enhance safety culture in smaller enterprises.
Conclusion
Dr. Kaan Koçali is a highly accomplished researcher whose multidisciplinary expertise, strong research output, policy relevance, and international experience make him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Occupational Health and Safety. His leadership roles and consistent recognition underscore his impact on both academia and industry. By focusing on publishing in high-impact journals, expanding research into emerging tech, and enhancing dissemination, Dr. Koçali could further solidify his position as a leading figure in his field.