DOÇ.DR. ERDEM CUCE

Innovation in Energy, Leadership in Science

Dr. Erdem Cuce received his Ph.D. from the University of Nottingham in 2015 on sustainable energy and building technologies. Following his Ph.D. degree, he has conducted post-doctoral research at the University of Nottingham on innovative greenhouse facade materials, energy storage solutions and heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC/R) systems. He has also worked on significant research projects as Visiting Professor focusing on thermally regenerative electrochemical cycles at the University of Hull. Currently, he is the author or co-author of over 200 scientific papers notably in high-impact SCI journals. He has edited a considerable number of books/book chapters notably on the field of energy and sustainability. Dr. Erdem is currently working as Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University. He is also working as an expert in energy optimization, energy conservation, and energy management strategies in a consultant role. Dr. Erdem Cuce was awarded “Young Scientist of Turkey” in 2018 by the Science Heroes Association. Moreover, he was awarded “Outstanding Young Scientist” by the Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA) in 2021. Dr. Erdem Cuce is the Head of the Low/Zero Carbon Energy Technologies Lab at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University. He is also a member of the World Society of Sustainable Energy Technologies (WSSET), the American Chemical Society (ACS), and the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). Dr. Erdem Cuce is Editorial Board Member of respective SCI Journals like Applied Energy, Nature-Scientific Reports, Energy and Buildings, Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, International Journal of Low Carbon Technologies, etc. He is also Editor in Chief in the journals of Sustainable and Clean Buildings and Energy Research Journal. Dr. Erdem Cuce has also edited several special issues so far as Lead Guest Editor and Guest Editor in various SCI journals like Energy and Buildings, Journal of Energy Storage, Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, Advances in Civil Engineering, International Journal of Photoenergy, Energies, Sustainability, etc. Dr. Erdem Cuce has been shown among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. According to ScholarGPS, Dr. Erdem Cuce is amongst the most successful scientists in the world on Energy field (Top 0.03%).

About Me

Advancing Energy, Inspiring Change

Dr. Erdem Cuce is a dedicated scientist in the field of Renewable and Sustainable Energy and Building Technologies. Following his Ph.D. degree, he has conducted post-doctoral research at the University of Nottingham on innovative greenhouse systems. He has worked on numerous scientific projects in the scope funded by notably EU, TSB, DECC, EPSRC, BRITISH COUNCIL, TUBITAK, and international-based commercial companies. His main interest areas of research are low/zero carbon technologies for buildings, solar thermal and hybrid PV/T systems, energy-efficient greenhouse systems, green roofs and facades, thermal superinsulation materials, nano-coating solutions, innovative windows, smart and thin-film PV glazing, thermal comfort, thermal energy storage, thermoelectric coolers, cost-effective cooling systems, solar chimney power plants, nano-enhanced biofuels, enhanced heat transfer, advanced thermodynamics, and applied mathematics. He has strong numerical, computational, experimental, and simulation skills as well as comprehensive CFD techniques based on UDFs for thorough performance assessment of physical systems. Currently, he is the author or co-author of over 200 scientific papers notably in high-impact SCI journals and prestigious international conference proceedings. He has achieved a Utility Model Award from Turkish Patent Institute with the work entitled “Fresnel lens driven instant and efficient domestic hot water producer”. He has edited a significant number of books/book chapters notably on the field of energy and sustainability. Dr. Erdem Cuce has come back home in 2016, and he is currently working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University. He is also working as an expert in energy optimization, energy conservation, and energy management strategies in a consultant role.

DOÇ.DR. ERDEM CUCE

Innovating Today, Powering Tomorrow.

Innovative Research Projects

Engage with groundbreaking research initiatives in sustainable energy and environmental technologies.

Interdisciplinary Expertise

Benefit from a unique blend of mechanical engineering, energy optimization, and environmental science.

Award-Winning Scientist

Recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists and honored with multiple national and international awards.

Real-World Impact

Research with practical applications, contributing directly to industry and society.

Inspiring the Next Generation

Dedicated to mentoring students and young researchers for a sustainable future.

TInternational Collaborations

Building global partnerships for innovative solutions in energy and sustainability.

DOÇ.DR. ERDEM CUCE

Science for a Sustainable Future.