Prof. Dr at Ankara University Water Management Institute, Turkey.
Prof. Dr. Yeşim Ahi is a distinguished expert in Integrated Water Management, Agricultural Water Efficiency, and Climate Change Impacts on Water Resources. She is a Professor at Ankara University, Water Management Institute, with extensive experience in irrigation technologies, AI-driven water management, and wastewater reuse in agriculture. Prof. Ahi has led and participated in numerous national and international research projects, contributing significantly to water policy development. She actively supervises graduate research, leads interdisciplinary collaborations, and organizes scientific training programs. Her dedication to sustainable water resource management has established her as a leading figure in the field. 🌍💧
Professional Profile
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Suitability for Best Researcher Award 🏆
Prof. Dr. Yeşim Ahi is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her exceptional contributions to integrated water management, agricultural water efficiency, and climate change adaptation. With a strong academic foundation, she has demonstrated expertise in irrigation technologies, AI-driven water resource management, and wastewater reuse. Her leadership in national and international research projects has significantly influenced water policy and sustainability.
Education & Experience 🎓💼
- 🎓 Ph.D. in Water Management – Expertise in agricultural water efficiency & irrigation technologies.
- 🎓 Master’s in Environmental Science – Specialization in climate change impacts on water resources.
- 🎓 Bachelor’s in Agricultural Engineering – Focus on irrigation methods & water sustainability.
- 💼 Professor at Ankara University, Water Management Institute – Leading research in water sustainability & policy.
- 💼 Consultant for Turkish Ministry of Agriculture & Forestry – Member of the National Water Council.
- 💼 Coordinator & Researcher in International Projects – TÜBİTAK, EuropeAid, ICMPD, and private sector collaborations.
Professional Development📚
Prof. Dr. Yeşim Ahi has dedicated her career to advancing sustainable water resource management, integrating smart irrigation, AI applications, and wastewater reuse. She has played a key role in policy development, consulting for national agencies, and participating in global initiatives. Her leadership in interdisciplinary research projects has influenced water sustainability at regional and international levels. As a recognized educator, she has developed training programs and mentored numerous scholars in hydrology, agricultural engineering, and climate resilience. She actively engages in scientific collaborations, ensuring the effective application of technology-driven solutions for modern water management challenges. 🚰🌍📊
Research Focus🔬
Prof. Ahi’s research revolves around integrated water resource management, agricultural water efficiency, and climate change adaptation. She specializes in precision irrigation technologies, reuse of treated wastewater in agriculture, and AI-based hydrological modeling. Her studies emphasize data-driven decision-making for optimizing water conservation and irrigation practices. She is also involved in life cycle assessment (LCA) of water use, addressing the socioeconomic and environmental impacts of irrigation. By developing sustainable water strategies, her work significantly contributes to climate resilience, food security, and efficient water distribution policies in both urban and agricultural landscapes. 💦🌾🌎
Awards & Honors 🏆
- 🏅 Best Researcher Award in Water Management – Ankara University
- 🏅 TÜBİTAK Research Excellence Award – Recognized for contributions in sustainable irrigation technologies
- 🏅 ICMPD Grant for Innovative Water Solutions – Leading the Smart Irrigation & Solar Power project
- 🏅 EuropeAid Sustainability Award – Advocacy for precision farming & sustainable agriculture
- 🏅 National Water Policy Contributor – Acknowledged by Turkish Ministry of Agriculture & Forestry
- 🏅 Best Scientific Paper Award – Published in high-impact journals on water resources
- 🏅 Outstanding Contribution to Water Efficiency – Recognized by international research organizations
Publication Top Notes
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Cool- and Warm-Season Turfgrass Irrigation with Subsurface Drip and Sprinkler Methods Using Different Water Management Strategies and Tools
- Authors: Orta, A.H.; Todorovic, M.; Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2023
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Crop Water Use Estimation of Drip Irrigated Walnut Using ANN and ANFIS Models
- Authors: Dökmen, F.; Ahi̇, Y.; Köksal, D.D.
- Year: 2023
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Reservoir Evaporation Forecasting Based on Climate Change Scenarios Using Artificial Neural Network Model
- Authors: Ahi, Y.; Coşkun Dilcan, Ç.; Köksal, D.D.; Gültaş, H.T.
- Year: 2023
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Crop Water Stress Assessment of Drip Irrigated Summer Squash (Cucurbita pepo L.)
- Authors: Ozer, S.; Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2020
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Supplemental Irrigation Impact on Yield and Yield Quality Parameters of Rapeseed
- Authors: Gültaş, H.T.; Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2020
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Fuzzy Logic Analysis of Soil Fertility Parameters in Irrigated Areas
- Authors: Ahi, Y.; Belliturk, K.; Gultas, H.T.
- Year: 2019
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A Perspective to Wastewater Legislation in European Countries and Turkey
- Authors: Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2017
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Determination of Vermicompost and Ammonium Nitrate Applications Effectiveness on Broccoli with Soil and Leaf Analyses
- Authors: Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2017
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Evaluation of the Effect of Soil Saltiness on Paddy Yield by Fuzzy Logic
- Authors: Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2017
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Fertigasyon Tekniği ile Kimyasal Gübre Uygulamalarının Brokolinin (Brassica oleracea L. var. Italica) Verim ve Kalitesi Üzerine Etkinliğinin Belirlenmesi
- Authors: Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2017
- Irrigation of Walnut Trees in the Vicinity of Hisareyn-Gölcük/Kocaeli, Turkey
- Authors: Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2017
- Productivity Analysis Based on Fuzzy Logic on Paddy Area Irrigated by Varied Water Sources
- Authors: Ahi, Y.
- Year: 2017