Ergin Atalar Lab

Theses

Supervised Ph.D. Theses

  1. Reza Babaloo, Ph.D. Thesis: Technical innovations in gradient array systems for MRI application, Bilkent University, 2023. (Current position: Postdoctoral fellow at Bilkent University)
  2. Ariyurek, Cemre, Ph.D. Thesis: Frequency Response Analysis and Reconstruction Weighting Schemes for MR Elastography, Bilkent University, 2020 (Current position: Postdoctoral fellow at the Childrens Hospital, Boston, USA)
  3. Kazemivalipour, Ehsan, Ph.D. Thesis: Innovative Designs of RF Transmit Array Coils and RF Heating Analysis of Patients with Implanted DBS, Bilkent University, 2020 (Current position: Postdoctoral Fellow at the Matinos Center of MGH, USA)
  4. Sadeghi-Tarakameh, Alireza, Ph.D. Thesis: Novel Techniques and Innovative DDesign for the RF Chain of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Scanners, Bilkent University, 2020 (Current position: Postdoctoral Fellow at University of Minnesota, USA)
  5. Ertan, Koray N., Ph.D. Thesis: Design and Applications of a z-Gradient Array in Magneric Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2019. (Current position: Postdoctoral Fellow at the Stanford University, USA)
  6. Kerse, M. Can, Ph.D. Thesis: Ablation Cooled Material Removal With Bursts of Ultrafast Pulses, Bilkent University, 2016. (Role: Co-advisor. Primary advisor is F. Omer Ilday). (Current position: Senior System and Design Engineer, Meteksan Savunma, Turkiye)
  7. Acikel, Volkan, Ph.D. Thesis: Analysis of Current Induction on Thin Conductors Inside the Body During MRI Scan, Bilkent University, 2015. (Current position: Senior Design Engineering at ASELSAN, Turkiye)
  8. Turk, Esra A., Ph.D. Thesis: Novel Methods and Analysis of B0 and B1 Gradients in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2013 (Current position: Assistant Professor at the Childrens Hospital, Boston, USA)
  9. Kopanoglu, Emre, Ph.D. Thesis: Novel Techniques Regarding Specific Absorbtion Rate and Field of View Reducing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2012 (Current position: Lecturer at the Cardiff University, UK)
  10. Eryaman, Yigitcan, Ph.D. Thesis: Novel SAR Reduction Methods for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2011 (Current position: Associate Professor with tenure at University of Minnesota, USA)
  11. Celik, Haydar, Ph.D. Thesis: Novel Magnetic Resonance Technologies for Image-Guided Interventions, Bilkent University, 2010 (Current position: Clinical Researcher at Promaxo Inc, USA)
  12. Susil, Robert C., Ph.D. Thesis: Interventional MRI: Targeting, Monitoring, and Assessment of Minimally Invasive Therapies, Johns Hopkins University, 2003. (Current position: Deceased)
  13. Yeung, Chistopher J., Ph.D. Thesis: RF Heating Due to Metallic Devices in MRI, Johns Hopkins University, 2002 (Current Position: The pastoral associate to the Western Vicar for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, USA)
  14. Bolster, Bradley.D., Ph.D. Thesis: Rapid Determination of Local Vascular Tissue Material Properties using Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Johns Hopkins University, 2000 (Current Position: Sr. Staff Scientist at Siemens Healthcare, Utah, USA)

Supervised M.S. Theses

  1. Eskandarian, Laleh, M.S. Thesis, (CoSupervised together with Kader Karli Oguz) Structural connectivity alters in pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus prior to neuropsychiatric manifestations, Bilkent University, 2022
  2. Arghiani, Ziba, M.S. Thesis, Driving mutually coupled coils using an array of class-E amplifiers, Bilkent University, 2022
  3. Arslan, Abdullah E., M.S. Thesis, A 600W on-coil Class-E RF power amplifier array with dynamic phase control for 3T MRI, Bilkent University, 2022
  4. Tasdelen, B., M.S. Thesis: Dynamic Decoupling and Noise Analysis for Simultaneous Transmission and Reception in MRI and MPI, Bilkent University, 2020
  5. Ashfaq, Bismillah N., M.S. Thesis: A Gate Modulated Digitally Controlled Modified Class-E Amplifier for On-Coil Application in MRI, Bilkent University, 2018
  6. Tu Zahra, Fatima, M.S. Thesis: Highly Efficient 300 W Modified Class-E RF Amplifiers for 64 MHz Transmit Array System, Bilkent University, 2017
  7. Poni, Redi, M.S. Thesis: A Digitally Controlled Class-E Amplifier for MRI, Bilkent University, 2016
  8. Sadeghi-Tarakameh, Alireza, M.S. Thesis: Design of a Birdcage-Like Radio Frequency Transmit Array Coil for the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Using Equivalent Circuit Model, Bilkent University, 2016
  9. Salim, Maryam, M.S. Thesis: Full-Duplex MRI for Zero TE Imaging, Bilkent University, 2016
  10. Taraghinia, Soheil, M.S. Thesis: A z-Gradient Coil Array System for Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2016
  11. Ariyurek, Cemre, M.S. Thesis: Modes of Shear Waves In Magnetic Resonance Elastography, Bilkent University, 2014
  12. Ozen, Ali C., M.S. Thesis: A Method of Decoupling of Radio-frequency Coils in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Application to MRI with Ultra-short Echo-time and Concurrent Excitation and Acquisition, Bilkent University, 2013
  13. Acikel, Volkan, M.S. Thesis: Modeling of Radio Frequency Induced Currents on Lead Wires During MR Imaging Using a Modified Transmission Line Method (MoTLiM), Bilkent University, 2010
  14. Kerse, M. Can, M.S. Thesis: Imitation of Radiofrequency Ablation with Fiber Delivered Laser System for Magnetic Resonance Guided Treatment of Atrial Ablation, Bilkent University, 2010
  15. Viskusenko, V. Nikolay, M.S. Thesis: Endoluminal MR Coils for Interventional Procedures, 2010
  16. Bayindir, Haldun O., M.S. Thesis: A Novel VERSE Optimal RF Pulse Design Method for Parallel Transmission in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2009
  17. Abaci, Esra., M.S. Thesis: Analysis of the Electromagnetic Field Inside the Gradient Coils and Investigation of the Nerve and Cardiac Stimulation Risk for the Patients during MRI, Bilkent University, 2008
  18. Aydogdu, Elif, M.S. Thesis: Variable Capacitor Based Mechanical Energy to Electrical Energy Converter, Bilkent University, 2007
  19. Ermeydan, Ahmet, M.S. Thesis: MRI Compatible Implantable Devices, Bilkent University, 2007
  20. Eryaman, Yigitcan, M.S. Thesis: Optimization of Internal MRI Coils, Bilkent University, 2007
  21. Irak, Halise, M.S. Thesis: Modeling RF Heating of Active Implatable Medical Devices During MRI using Safety Index, Bilkent University, 2007
  22. Afacan, Onur, M.S. Thesis: Piezoelectric Power Generation Using the Vibration of Heart, Bilkent University, 2006
  23. Celik, Haydar, M.S. Thesis: Novel RF Coil Technologies for MRI, Bilkent University, 2006
  24. Tasci, T. Onur, M.S. Thesis: Focused RF Ablation using Magnetic Fluids, Bilkent University, 2006
  25. Ferhanoglu, Onur, M.S. Thesis: Safety of Metallic Implants in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Bilkent University, 2005
  26. Memis, O. Gokalp, M.S. Thesis: Miniaturized Fiber Optic Transmission System for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Signals, Bilkent University, 2005
  27. Shah, Vashali C., M.S. Thesis: Thermal Mapping Techniques using MRI, Johns Hopkins University, 2002
  28. Yung, Andrew C.H., M.S. Thesis: Development and Applications of Intraluminal Coils for MRI, Johns Hopkins University, 2002
  29. Abdel-Hafez, Imad A., M.S. Thesis: Ultimate Intrinsic SNR in Magnetic Resonance Imaging by Optimization the EM Field Generated by Internal Coils, Bilkent University, 2000
  30. Aksit, Pelin, M.S. Thesis: Multiple FOV MR Flouroscopy, Johns Hopkins University, 2000
  31. Lee, Joanna S., M.S. Thesis: Post-Processing for the Real-Time Visualization of the Intravascular MR Images, Johns Hopkins University, 1999