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ITU Faculty of Chemical Metallurgical Engineering

To be the 6th faculty established in the history of ITU, our faculty aims to make scientific and applied research in the fields of chemistry, metallurgy, food and bioengineering fields by pursuing developments in the tomorrow’s key technologies and interdisciplinary engineering opportunities to become a center of advanced solutions in national and international levels.

Our Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and Food Engineering undergraduate programs are accredited by ABET (EAC).

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TÜBİTAK 2247-A Support to Assoc. Prof. Reza Nofar

by Sezgin Sarışen | Jul 23, 2025
Supported by TÜBİTAK 2247-A National Lead Researchers Program, Associate Professor Dr. Reza Nofar demonstrates that bio-based and biodegradable plastics offer a critical alternative in the pursuit of environmentally friendly and sustainable materials.



Supported by TÜBİTAK 2247-A National Lead Researchers Program, Associate Professor Dr. Reza Nofar demonstrates that bio-based and biodegradable plastics offer a critical alternative in the pursuit of environmentally friendly and sustainable materials.

Developed as a response to the environmental impacts of petroleum-based plastics, bioplastics are produced from renewable resources such as corn starch, cellulose, and vegetable oils, and are notable for their biodegradable properties. Dr. Nofar’s research shows that these materials possess performance capabilities that can replace conventional plastics in a wide range of engineering applications, from automotive to packaging.