Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taşkın Deniz Yıldız is a distinguished mining engineer and academic at Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University. With a Ph.D. in Mining Engineering from Istanbul Technical University, his expertise spans mining policy, resource economics, environmental sustainability, and occupational safety. He has published extensively in high-impact journals, focusing on mining legislation, waste management, and critical raw materials. As an editorial board member and reviewer for leading journals, he actively contributes to the field’s advancement. Recognized with multiple national and international awards, including TÜBİTAK Academic Incentive Awards and Best Researcher Awards, Dr. Yıldız continues to shape the future of sustainable mining and resource management.
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Educational Background 🎓
- Ph.D. – Mining Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2012-2020)
- M.Sc. – Mining Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (2009-2012)
- B.Sc. – Mining Engineering, Istanbul University (2005-2009)
- GPA: 3.02/4 (Third in the department)
- B.Sc. – Law, Istanbul Beykent University (2014-2016, 50% Scholarship)
- GPA: 3.39/4 (Honor Certificate)
- Associate Degree – Law, Anatolia University (2012-2014)
- High School – Haydarpaşa Anatolia High School (1998-2002)
Professional Experience 💼
- Associate Professor (2023-Present) – Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University, Department of Mining Engineering
- Research Assistant (2020-2023) – Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University, Department of Mining Engineering
- Research Assistant (2014-2018) – Istanbul Technical University, Department of Mining Engineering
- Research Assistant (2014-2018) – Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University, Department of Mining Engineering
Research Interests 🔬
- Mining Policy & Economics:
- Mining legislation, resource economics, taxation in mining
- Cost-benefit analysis, investment conflicts in mining and energy sectors
- Sustainable Mining & Land Use:
- Mining waste management, land acquisition, rehabilitation costs
- Urban and industrial heritage in mining areas
- Environmental & Occupational Safety:
- Health and safety regulations, mine supervision
- Circular Economy & Critical Raw Materials:
- Recovery of rare earth elements from mining waste
- Sustainable use of minerals in agriculture
Awards and Honors🏆✨
International Awards
- International Environmental Scientists Award (2025) – ScienceFather
- International Research Hypothesis Excellence Award (2025) – ScienceFather
- Best Researcher Award (2024) – ScienceFather
- Outstanding Scientist Award (2023) – ScienceFather
- Best Researcher Award (2022) – ScienceFather
- Best Research Award (2021) – SHEN Science Awards
National & Institutional Awards
- TÜBİTAK Academic Incentive Awards (2020-2024)
- 2024: 25,000 TL
- 2023: 15,000 TL
- 2022: 10,000 TL
- 2021: 5,000 TL
- 2020: 5,000 TL
- University Award for Number of Published Articles in WOS Category (2022)
- Ranked 3rd at Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University (2019-2022)
Conclusion🌟
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taşkın Deniz Yıldız is a leading expert in mining engineering with a strong background in both technical and legal aspects of the field. His interdisciplinary research spans mining policy, sustainability, economic evaluation, and environmental management. He has made significant contributions through high-impact publications, editorial roles, and international collaborations. Recognized with multiple national and international awards, Dr. Yıldız continues to drive innovation in mining engineering, sustainable resource management, and the integration of mining and environmental policies.
Publications 📚
🔹 Sustainable contributions of the use of phosphorus, potassium, coal and natural stone mine wastes in soil improvement and agriculture – A review
📖 Resources Policy | 📅 2025-03 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.resourpol.2025.105506
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız
🔹 Challenges and Recovery Opportunities in Waste Management During the Mining and Enrichment Processes of Rare Earth Elements Containing Ores
📖 Trash Or Treasure | 📅 2024 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-55131-4_11
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız, Tuğba Deniz Tombal-Kara, İlgin Kurşun-Ünver
🔹 Opportunities for the Recovery of Rare Earth Elements from Mining Tailings and Urban Mining
📖 Trash Or Treasure | 📅 2024 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-55131-4_7
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız
🔹 Considering the development levels of countries, contributions of mineral recovery from mining tailings and urban mining wastes to sustainability criteria – A review
📖 Resources Policy | 📅 2024-12 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.resourpol.2024.105399
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız
🔹 Effects of EU-Compliant mining waste regulation on Turkish mining sector: A review of characterization, classification, storage, management, recovery of mineral wastes
📖 Resources Policy | 📅 2024-03 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.resourpol.2024.104836
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız, Mehmet Oğuz Güner, Orhan Kural
🔹 Wyzwania i możliwości odzysku w gospodarce odpadami podczas procesów wydobycia i wzbogacania rud zawierających uran i tor – przegląd
📖 Gospodarka Surowcami Mineralnymi – Mineral Resources Management | 📅 2024-03-28 | 🔗 DOI: 10.24425/gsm.2024.149305
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız, Tuğba Deniz Tombal-Kara
🔹 Geological, petrographical, mineralogical, geochemical and gemological features of Malatya rubies
📖 Gospodarka Surowcami Mineralnymi – Mineral Resources Management | 📅 2023 | 🔗 DOI: 10.24425/GSM.2023.148162
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız, Nihal Derin Coskun, Veli Uz, Ali IssI, Bektas Uz
📖 Books & Book Chapters
📗 Developing Industrial and Mining Heritage Sites
📅 2023-12-13 | 🔗 DOI: 10.4324/9781003408437
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız
📘 History of Lavrion & Mining
📅 2023-12-13 | 🔗 DOI: 10.4324/9781003408437-3
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız
📙 Conclusion and Suggestions
📅 2023-12-13 | 🔗 DOI: 10.4324/9781003408437-6
👥 Contributors: Taşkın Deniz Yıldız