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Erdemir’s research interests include surface engineering, tribology, lubrication, superlubricity, nano-structured and nano-composite coatings, biomaterials, physical and chemical vapor deposition, surface texturing, surface analysis, diamond and diamondlike carbon films, engine tribology, invasive and implantable medical devices, nanolubrication and various manufacturing technologies such as metal-cutting and forming.

His contributions in these areas have resulted in several breakthrough discoveries and have had a significant positive impact on further understanding of the fundamental friction and wear mechanisms of numerous novel materials, coatings and lubricants, many of which are now used by industry.

He has more than 230 publications in archival journals, scientific books and handbooks, and currently holds nine patents. Erdemir has also received the R&D 100 Award four times and the Discovery Magazine Award.

He received his education at Istanbul Technical University and the Georgia Institute of Technology. He received his Ph.D. in materials engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1986.

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