Ipek G. Kulahci

Ipek G. Kulahci is a Senior Research Associate at the University of Notre Dame, with prior experience as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the same institution. Ipek's academic journey includes a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton University and a Master of Science (M.S.) from the University of Arizona, focusing on Animal Behavior and Decision Making in bumble bees. Ipek's research experience spans various esteemed organizations, including positions as a Postdoctoral Researcher at UCC and as a Researcher at Duke University. Notable research interests encompass Animal Behavior, Cognition, and Social Networks, with an emphasis on species such as lemurs, ravens, and crows. Ipek also gained foundational research experience at the Archbold Biological Station and SETI Institute, contributing to studies on caching behavior in Florida scrub jays and other aspects of animal behavior.