Mehmet Behzat TURAN | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award Published on 07/10/202509/10/2025 by Award and Honors Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Behzat TURAN | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award Assoc.Prof.Dr | Erciyes University | Turkey Assoc. Prof. Mehmet Behzat Turan is an accomplished academic in the field of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, currently serving at Erciyes University, Türkiye. With expertise in sports performance, psychology in sports, and athlete behavior, he has contributed extensively to understanding cognitive and emotional aspects influencing athletic success. Holding a Ph.D. in Physical Education and Sports Sciences from Erciyes University, his research explored empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills in elite athletes. Since joining Erciyes University, he has progressed from Research Assistant to Associate Professor, supervising numerous graduate theses and leading national research projects, including TÜBİTAK-funded initiatives on obesity prevention. His research interests integrate sports psychology, metacognitive awareness, digital literacy, and AI literacy in sports sciences, focusing on performance optimization through evidence-based methods. Recognized internationally through publications in Frontiers in Psychology, BMC Sports Science, and Scientific Reports, Dr. Turan continues to advance sports education and athlete development with scientific innovation and leadership. He has 41 citations from 41 documents, 16 published works, and an h-index of 3. Profile : Scopus | Google Scholar Featured Publications Turan, M. B. (2025). Breaking the cycle: How coping and flexibility disrupt the link between kinesiophobia and rumination in athletes. Turan, M. B. (2025). Sustainable dietary behavior and food choices among sport sciences students. Frontiers in Nutrition, 8, 1689613. Turan, M. B. (2025). Carbon Footprint Awareness Scale (CFAS): Validity and reliability study. Scientific Reports, 15, 7947. Turan, M. B. (2025). The effects of an integrated training program on jump performance and knee valgus in youth football players. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 17, 1266. Turan, M. B. (2025). Building resilience through self-defense: The role of martial arts in enhancing psychological strength among women. Frontiers in Psychology.
Assoc. Prof. Mehmet Behzat Turan is an accomplished academic in the field of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, currently serving at Erciyes University, Türkiye. With expertise in sports performance, psychology in sports, and athlete behavior, he has contributed extensively to understanding cognitive and emotional aspects influencing athletic success. Holding a Ph.D. in Physical Education and Sports Sciences from Erciyes University, his research explored empathy, communication, and problem-solving skills in elite athletes. Since joining Erciyes University, he has progressed from Research Assistant to Associate Professor, supervising numerous graduate theses and leading national research projects, including TÜBİTAK-funded initiatives on obesity prevention. His research interests integrate sports psychology, metacognitive awareness, digital literacy, and AI literacy in sports sciences, focusing on performance optimization through evidence-based methods. Recognized internationally through publications in Frontiers in Psychology, BMC Sports Science, and Scientific Reports, Dr. Turan continues to advance sports education and athlete development with scientific innovation and leadership. He has 41 citations from 41 documents, 16 published works, and an h-index of 3. Profile : Scopus | Google Scholar Featured Publications Turan, M. B. (2025). Breaking the cycle: How coping and flexibility disrupt the link between kinesiophobia and rumination in athletes. Turan, M. B. (2025). Sustainable dietary behavior and food choices among sport sciences students. Frontiers in Nutrition, 8, 1689613. Turan, M. B. (2025). Carbon Footprint Awareness Scale (CFAS): Validity and reliability study. Scientific Reports, 15, 7947. Turan, M. B. (2025). The effects of an integrated training program on jump performance and knee valgus in youth football players. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 17, 1266. Turan, M. B. (2025). Building resilience through self-defense: The role of martial arts in enhancing psychological strength among women. Frontiers in Psychology.