Istanbul Gelisim University, Occupational Health and Safety, Turkey.
Assist. Prof. Dr. Kaan Koçali is a dynamic academic and researcher in the fields of Occupational Health and Safety, Mining Engineering, and Engineering Management. With a multidisciplinary educational background and a strong focus on applied research, he brings together legal, technical, and managerial expertise to address workplace safety and innovation in industrial systems. Dr. Koçali currently serves as a faculty member at Istanbul Gelişim University, where he actively contributes to both academia and industry through education, consultancy, and R&D projects.
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🎓 Education
Dr. Koçali holds a Ph.D. in Occupational Health and Safety from Istanbul Aydın University (2021), where his dissertation focused on defining the legal responsibilities of permanent supervisors in mines in the context of Turkish mining and occupational safety laws, along with the development of a software-based certificate tracking system. He also holds two Master’s degrees: one in Mining Engineering (Thesis-based) from Istanbul University and another in Occupational Health and Safety (Non-thesis) from Istanbul Aydın University. Additionally, he completed undergraduate studies in Mining Engineering, Business Administration (Open Education), and Entrepreneurship at respected Turkish institutions, including Istanbul University, Anadolu University, and Istanbul Kültür University.
💼 Experience
Dr. Koçali has held the position of Assistant Professor at Istanbul Gelişim University since 2021, teaching and conducting research in the Department of Property Protection and Security, with a specialization in Occupational Safety and Health. He has also participated in international academic mobility programs under the Erasmus+ framework, receiving training at institutions in Germany and North Macedonia. These experiences have enriched his cross-cultural and multidisciplinary research outlook. He previously served as a project leader on several nationally supported R&D initiatives under KOSGEB and TEKMER, demonstrating his leadership in both academic and industrial research.
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Koçali’s research focuses on occupational safety regulations, mining technologies, safety system software, and industrial innovation. His doctoral work combined legal analysis with engineering software development, reflecting a unique interdisciplinary blend. He is especially interested in improving health and safety mechanisms in hazardous industries through legal compliance and technology integration. His projects often emphasize practical outcomes, such as software tools, safety machinery, and sector-specific digital platforms.
🏆 Honors & Awards
Dr. Koçali has received support from leading national programs such as KOSGEB’s R&D and Innovation Support Program, under which he led notable engineering innovation projects. His proactive participation in Erasmus+ academic mobility programs has also earned him international training credentials, highlighting his commitment to continuous development and internationalization.
Top Noted Publications:
1. Standardization of Social Security Institution’s Work Accident Indicators Between 2012–2020
Author: K. Koçali
Citations: 46
Journal: Journal of Academic Approaches, Vol. 12, No. 2, pp. 302–327
Year: 2021
2. Calculation of Occupational Accident Indicators of Türkiye
Author: K. Koçali
Citations: 17
Book: INSAC Social and Education Sciences, pp. 222–250
Year: 2021
3. Investigation of Occupational Health and Safety Culture and Practice in Open Pit Mining Enterprises with Worker Surveys
Author: K. Koçali
Citations: 14
Journal: Scientific Mining Journal, Vol. 57, No. 1, pp. 15–24
Year: 2018
4. Liability and Fault Rates in Mining Accidents
Author: K. Koçali
Citations: 13
Publisher: Nobel Publishing Bookstore
Year: 2021
5. Recommendations on Non-Conformities in Coal Mining in Light of the Şırnak Coal Mine Accident
Author: K. Koçali
Citations: 10
Conference: Türkiye 21st International Coal Congress (ICCET 2018), Proceedings Book, pp. 387–399
Year: 2018
6. How to Perform a Risk Assessment Step by Step for Occupational Health and Safety
Author: K. Koçali
Citations: 8
Journal: EURAS Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Vol. 2, No. 1, pp. 1–19
Year: 2022
Conclusion:
Assist. Prof. Dr. Kaan Koçali is an interdisciplinary scholar and practitioner who combines engineering, law, and management in addressing occupational safety challenges. His research is grounded in real-world applications, and he has demonstrated strong leadership in R&D, international collaboration, and academic training. With a growing international profile and a clear vision for innovation in workplace safety, Dr. Koçali is well-positioned for greater contributions to his field and is a deserving candidate for awards and recognitions in applied research and safety engineering.