Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Behzat Turan | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Turkey at Erciyes University, Turkey.
🌍Dr. Mehmet Behzat Turan, an Associate Professor at Erciyes University, specializes in physical education and sports sciences. With extensive research in psychological performance, sports education, and sustainable sports practices, Dr. Turan has made significant contributions to both academia and practice. His supervised theses explore contemporary issues such as AI literacy, digital dependency, and environmental behaviors among sports students. Having published numerous articles in international journals and participated in national and international projects, his work spans diverse areas, including mental resilience, decision-making in sports, and sustainability. As a project researcher in TUBITAK and institutional research projects, he demonstrates strong interdisciplinary capabilities. Dr. Turan also contributes as a mentor, guiding students through impactful research.
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🎓Dr. Mehmet Behzat Turan’s educational journey reflects his commitment to advancing sports sciences and psychological performance. He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sports from Erciyes University in 2012, establishing a strong foundation in sports education. In 2015, he earned his Master’s degree with a thesis exploring the relationship between curiosity levels and learning styles among physical education students, supervised by Dr. Ziya Bahadır. His doctoral studies, completed in 2018 under the guidance of Dr. Yahya Polat, focused on the effects of empathetic, problem-solving, and communication skills training on elite footballers’ competition performance. This groundbreaking work emphasized the psychological and behavioral dimensions of athletic success. Dr. Turan’s educational trajectory has equipped him with comprehensive expertise in both the physical and psychological aspects of sports, shaping his approach to research and teaching.
🩺Dr. Mehmet Behzat Turan began his career as a Research Assistant at Erciyes University (2013-2021), progressing to Associate Professor in 2021. He has supervised multiple theses, including projects on environmental perceptions, digital literacy in sports sciences, and psychological resilience in athletes. He participated in national and international projects addressing obesity prevention and mental resilience training. As an academic and mentor, Dr. Turan’s experience spans teaching, research, and contributing to sports development initiatives..👨🔬🌍
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