Yuksel Celik
PhD, Computer Engineering, Selcuk University, Turkey, 2013
Faculty Expertise and Achievement
Dr. Yuksel Celik is an esteemed Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at Karabuk University, Turkey, and a Visiting Research Scholar at the University at Albany. With a robust educational background, including a PhD in Computer Engineering from Selcuk University, Turkey, and postdoctoral research in Information Security and Digital Forensics at the University at Albany, SUNY, his expertise spans artificial intelligence, cyber security, and optimization algorithms. Dr. Celik has an impressive portfolio of research, evidenced by his publications in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology, European Food Research and Technology, and Computers & Security, Biomedical Signal Processing and Control, Signal, Image and Video Processing. He has led groundbreaking projects in deep learning applications across healthcare, genomics, and agriculture, significantly contributing to early disease diagnosis, precision medicine, and agricultural productivity enhancement. His work on cyber security solutions using AI methods has set new benchmarks in the field. Dr. Celik's dedication to advancing knowledge is further demonstrated by his role in mentoring PhD and master's candidates, directing impactful theses that leverage AI for solving complex problems. His receipt of significant grants, including from the European Union's Erasmus+ program, underscores his leadership in cutting-edge research projects. A committed educator, Dr. Celik imparts his vast knowledge through courses on internet-based programming, data structures, computer security, and mobile application development, among others. His proficiency in a wide range of programming languages and technologies, from Python and Java to PHP frameworks, positions him as a leading figure in computer engineering education and research. Dr. Celik is a Senior member of IEEE.
Research Interests
His research covers Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security and Optimization Algorithms.
Research Websites
Teaching Interests and Areas
- BFOR 408/525 - Advanced Networking for Cybersecurity
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