Besna Bulbul
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About
Besna Bulbul is a leading figure in experimental accelerator physics and radiation effects testing, with her work centered on the development and application of the METU Defocusing Beamline (METU-DBL). Her primary research areas include proton irradiation facilities, space radiation testing, and high-radiation-tolerant electronics. Bulbul’s major contribution is the design, construction, and characterization of the METU-DBL, a unique 15–30 MeV proton irradiation facility at the TAEA SANAEM Proton Accelerator Facility. This beamline enables critical radiation tests for electronic components destined for space missions and the High-Luminosity LHC upgrade. Her most-cited paper, “METU-Defocusing Beamline: A 15-30 MeV Proton Irradiation Facility and Beam Measurement System” (2020, 8 citations), details the facility’s beam measurement system and its versatility for high-radiation applications, from satellite electronics to nuclear materials. A subsequent paper (2019, 3 citations) describes the installation and operationalization of the beamline for space radiation tests. Though her citation counts are modest, Bulbul’s impact is profound in the niche field of proton irradiation testing, providing a vital infrastructure for the aerospace and high-energy physics communities. Her work exemplifies hands-on engineering and scientific service, enabling the reliability of next-generation space and accelerator technologies.
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