CoSci Researchers

Dr. Ortakaya is a physicist with a background in numerical modeling, computational physics, and the physics of semiconductor heterostructures.  His research focuses on improved self-consistent algorithms for solving excitonic interactions in the context of semiconductor nanostructures.  He teaches numerical modeling, semiconductor heterostructure physics, and computational physics.  Lately, he has been building accessible computational tools using spreadsheets and cloud-based platforms to support real-time simulations.  His goal is to contribute to science through practical, open, and innovative methods that integrate theory, coding, and digital transformation.