Dr. Mert Umut Özkaynak

Dr. Mert Umut Özkaynak serves as the Chief Business Development and Commercialization Officer at Sabancı University Nanotechnology Research & Application Center, where responsibilities include leading global strategic development in materials science and engineering, mentoring startups, and overseeing center operations. Previous roles at TEMSA include Manager of Marketing and Business Development, Manager of Innovation & Maker Lab, and Manager of Product Management, where Dr. Özkaynak initiated significant projects in smart mobility and innovation. Academic credentials encompass a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Istanbul Technical University, along with multiple master's degrees and a bachelor's degree with a double major in Mechanical Engineering and Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, demonstrating a strong foundation in engineering and business leadership.