Dr. Mehmet Palanci is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Arel University, Türkiye. His research interests include structural engineering, earthquake engineering, seismic codes, reinforced concrete structures, structural dynamics, seismic performance assessment of new and existing structures, and performance-based design of buildings. His work focuses on improving risk assessment, seismic safety and resilience of structures through analytical, numerical, and experimental approaches. Prof. Dr. Palanci has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles published in internationally recognized conference proceedings and journals, including Bulletin of Earthquake Engineering, Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, Structures, and Earthquake Engineering and Structural Dynamics. He actively contributes to the international scientific community through editorial responsibilities and peer-review activities for leading journals in structural and earthquake engineering. Throughout his career, he has participated in research projects related to seismic hazard mitigation, structural assessment, and the preservation of civil engineering infrastructure.