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Aykut Korkmaz obtained his Ph.D. in Marine Engineering with a specialization in Maritime Transportation Systems Engineering from Dokuz Eylu University in 2017. His doctoral research, titled 'Performance Analysis Optimization of Integrated Fuel Cell-Battery Systems for Marine Applications,' focused on the development of hybrid propulsion systems for maritime use, contributing to the growing body of knowledge on sustainable marine technologies. Korkmaz’s research primarily centers on the development of energy-efficient, low-emission propulsion systems for ships, with a particular emphasis on hydrogen fuel cell technologies. He also explores the integration of green hydrogen production pathways—such as Alkaline Electrolysis (AE), Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM), and Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) technologies—into maritime applications, supporting the transition to zero-emission shipping. Korkmaz has contributed to national and international research projects, including the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC-3) funded by the UK Department of Transport, focusing on the modeling and optimization of green hydrogen production and renewable energy-powered microgrid systems. He has played a leading role in the Design and Performance Optimization of the Green Hydrogen Production Facility project in Turkey, employing multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) methods and techno-economic analysis tools to identify optimal production sites and system configurations. Proficient in system modeling and optimization with hands-on experience in MATLAB/Simulink and Python programming, his technical skillset supports his research and teaching activities, particularly in thermofluids, energy systems modeling, and hybrid propulsion technologies. Korkmaz's academic and professional efforts align with global maritime decarbonization goals, demonstrating his commitment to contributing to the sustainable transformation of maritime transportation systems.