Burcin Mutlu-Pakdil

Activist, Educator/Teacher, Muslim, Scientist, World traveler

Dr. Burçin Mutlu-Pakdil is an accomplished astrophysicist and Assistant Professor at Dartmouth College. Her research is centered on investigating unique galaxies, such as the rare double-ringed elliptical galaxy known as Burin's Galaxy, and non-barred ringed galaxies like Hoag's Object. Dr. Mutlu-Pakdil's work delves into the formation, evolution, and internal dynamics of galaxies, shedding light on accretion mechanisms and galaxy evolution processes. She is actively engaged in projects involving the census of supermassive black holes and the search for intermediate-mass black hole candidates in low-luminosity AGN and dwarf galaxies. With a strong commitment to STEM education and diversity, particularly for women and minorities, Dr. Mutlu-Pakdil aims to inspire and empower individuals to pursue careers in science.

diversity and equal opportunity in higher education. I grew up listening to my father’s stories about how he was successful in elementary school. Unfortunately, he dropped out of school after the fifth grade to take care of his parents. These childhood stories are the motivating force for my commitment to support and improve higher educational opportunities. I am passionate about Space. I want to learn more about how the Universe works.

Anyone could be anything, regardless of any of the social identifiers (gender, religion, race, etc.). Let’s live beyond the labels!

astrophysics, dark matter, data analysis, education, electric distribution, galaxies, research, technology, women in STEM