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Dr. Orkun Karabasoglu

Associate Professor at Yaşar University | Founder & CEO of Visutate | Carnegie Mellon PhD, MIT Postdoc | Advisor to $21.6B+ Startups | Featured in Apple, Bloomberg, WSJ, Reuters
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Dr. Orkun Karabasoglu
EDUCATION

Academic Journey

07/2013 - 10/2013

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA
MIT Mechatronics Research Laboratory • Advanced research in energy-efficient vehicle systems
2008-2013

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Graduate Researcher • Focus: Control and Optimization of Automotive Powertrains with Hybrid Energy Storage Systems
2008-2010

M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Focus: Advanced Control Systems, Powertrain Dynamics
2006-2008

M.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering

Sabancı University, Istanbul, Turkey
Research and Teaching Assistant • Thesis: Development of efficient design optimization framework for RF and optics applications | With Scholarship
2004-2005

B.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering

Bochum University of Applied Sciences, Germany
Designed and prototyped controller and RF-based remote control for air treatment system (INNOTEC GmbH) | Winner of Erasmus Scholarship
2002-2006

B.Sc. in Mechatronics Engineering

Kocaeli University, Turkey
🏆 Valedictorian - Ranked #1st in the Department
POSITIONS

Academic Positions

2019-Present

Associate Professor (Doçent)

Yaşar University, İzmir, Turkey
Department of Mechanical Engineering • Teaching: Game Programming, Generative AI for Engineering, Mechatronics • Current Focus: Entrepreneurship, startup advisory, EdTech innovation
2016-2021

Distinguished Visiting Professor

Beijing Jiaotong University, China
School of Computer and Information Technology • International collaboration in sustainable transportation systems
2013-2017

Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Sun Yat-sen University – Carnegie Mellon University Joint Institute of Engineering, Guangzhou, China
Founded LIVES (Laboratory for Intelligent Vehicles and Energy Systems) • Developed courses in mechatronics, control systems, and sustainable engineering
2014-2017

Affiliated Faculty at Scott Institute for Energy Innovation

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Research collaboration in energy systems and sustainable transportation
2014-2017

Associate Professor in School of Electronics and Information Engineering

Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China
(formerly named School of Mobile and Information Engineering)
10/2013 - 01/2015

Visiting Professor

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
Research collaboration in energy systems and vehicle dynamics
2015

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA
MIT Mechatronics Research Laboratory • Advanced research in energy-efficient vehicle systems

Global Academic Journey

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RESEARCH

Research & Publications

Peer-reviewed publications in mechatronics, electric vehicles, optimization, and energy systems

2,275+
Citations
16
h-index
35+
Publications

Selected Publications

ARIMA-based decoupled time series forecasting of electric vehicle charging demand for stochastic power system operation

MH Amini, A Kargarian, O Karabasoglu

Electric Power Systems Research, 140, 378-390 (2016)

462 citations

Simultaneous allocation of electric vehicles' parking lots and distributed renewable resources in smart power distribution networks

MH Amini, MP Moghaddam, O Karabasoglu

Sustainable Cities and Society, 28, 332-342 (2017)

394 citations

Influence of driving patterns on life cycle cost and emissions of hybrid and plug-in electric vehicle powertrains

O Karabasoglu, J Michalek

Energy Policy, 60, 445-461 (2013)

306 citations

A novel multi-time-scale modeling for electric power demand forecasting: From short-term to medium-term horizon

KG Boroojeni, MH Amini, S Bahrami, SS Iyengar, AI Sarwat, O Karabasoglu

Electric Power Systems Research, 142, 58-73 (2017)

286 citations
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TEACHING

Empowering Future Engineers

Preparing tomorrow's innovators with hands-on, project-based learning.

Game Programming
Unity game development with C# for 70+ students
Mechatronics Engineering
Integrated systems combining mechanics, electronics, and computing
Introduction to Mechanical Engineering
Foundational concepts for first-year engineering students
Industry Internship
Coordinating real-world industry experiences for students
NILE Training
Network for Innovation in Liberal Education program
AI Engineering (Coming Soon)
Generative AI applications in engineering design
MEDIA

Featured In Media

Global media coverage featuring Visutate innovation, entrepreneurship insights, and VR wellness technology

📺 Turkish TV Documentary
Featured on Turkish national television covering Visutate's VR wellness innovation
🎙️ Ahmet Can Podcast
In-depth conversation about startup ecosystem and Silicon Valley insights
📺 Italian TV Feature
International coverage of VR innovation and mental wellness technology
📰 Press Coverage Compilation
Featured in Bloomberg, Reuters, WSJ, and Apple Newsroom
🎬 Media Feature
Additional media coverage and interviews
📡 Media Appearance
Media appearances and technology showcases
AWARDS & HONORS

Recognition & Achievements

Video documentation of award ceremonies and recognition events

🏆 Innovation in Education Award
2025
Recognized for pioneering integration of AI and game programming in engineering education at Yaşar University
🏆 Successful Researcher Award
2019
Honored for outstanding contributions to electric vehicle research and international academic collaboration
ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Startup Advisory & Leadership

Leading Visutate while advising early-stage startups through funding, product launches, and market expansion

Visutate

Founder & CEO

Building immersive wellness tools for Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, and XREAL platforms. Our mission: help people feel calm, focused, and recharged—anytime, anywhere.

Visutate is the "Netflix of immersive wellness"—a growing library of AI-powered XR experiences designed to reduce stress and elevate well-being in today's high-pressure world.

Advisory Portfolio Highlights

Hyliion Holdings Corp

NYSE: HYLN

Seed stage advisor → $1.6B valuation, NYSE listing

CleanTech • Connected Vehicles

VaultN

Venture Funded

IP & product advisor → $1.6M seed from European VCs

Gaming • Digital Distribution

Vocaify

AI Meets HR

Strategic advisor → AI-powered talent management platform

AI/ML • HR Tech

Trackyo GmbH

Seed Funded

Co-founding advisor → $200K on $1M valuation

Connected Vehicles • IoT

Cryptics AI

Funded

Strategic advisor → 3,097 ETH (~$592K) raised

AI/ML • Trading

SpotBox

Market Success

#9 App Store Turkey in 3 days post-launch

Mobile Apps • Social

Accelerator Programs & Mentorship

5by5 Accelerator
Silicon Valley
JCI Scale Up
Accelerator Program
Minerva Incubation
Incubation Center
Ampersand Academy
Corporate CEO Training
Gain Global
Director for İzmir
1000+ Students
Entrepreneurship Course
BEYOND ACADEMIA

Adventures

🪂
36
Skydiving Jumps
Led 400+ participants
🤿
Master
Scuba Diver
PADI Certified
🚁
Solo
Helicopter Flight
First lesson, controls solo
CONTACT

Let's Connect

Open to research collaborations, speaking engagements, advisory opportunities, and academic partnerships

EMAIL
[email protected]
LOCATION
Izmir, Turkey • San Francisco, CA
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