Dr. Gozde Goncu-Berk, B.S., M.A., Ph.D.

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Principal Investigator
Associate Professor of Design

Dr. Gozde Goncu-Berk is an Associate Professor of Design at the University of California, Davis where she directs her research group under WearLab and teaches studio classes on fashion design and functional clothing design. She holds a PhD Degree in Design from University of Minnesota, MA degree in Clothing and Textile Design and BS degree in Industrial Design. Merging backgrounds from Industrial Design and Clothing and Textile Design. Professor Berk’s research focuses on human-centered design of textile-based wearable products for people with special needs, such as those suffering from chronic diseases, the disabled, elderly and children. Her  work explores the possibilities of electronic textiles and smart clothing including new material and digital fabrication technologies to facilitate design for variety of body types, environmental and activity-based contexts.

Education and Degree(s)
  • PhD Degree in Design from University of Minnesota
  • MA Degree in Clothing and Textile Design
  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design

Publications

PATENTS

  • Goncu-Berk, G., Topcuoglu, N. (2016). A Therapeutic smart glove for rheumatoid arthritis, Patent Application No: 2016/20482
  • Goncu-Berk, G. (2016). A Wearable TENS device for chronic pain management, Patent Application No:116/001-PCT

 JOURNAL ARTICLES

  • Goncu-Berk, G., Karacan, B., & Balkis, I. (2020). Embedding 3D Printed Filaments with Knitted Textiles: Investigation of Bonding Parameters. Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, 0887302X20982927.
  • Goncu-Berk G., Kahveci, S., (2019) Electromyography analysis of novel running legging designs with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) membranes, Textile Research Journal, DOI: 10.1177/0040517518775911
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2018). Design of a Wearable Pain Management System with Embroidered TENS Electrodes, International Journal of Clothing Science and Technology, https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCST-04-2017-0047
  • Goncu-Berk, G. (2017). Fashion Trends. In Bibliographical Guides. London: Bloomsbury Academic, from http://dx.doi.org/10.5040/9781474280655-
  • Goncu-Berk, G., & Topcuoglu, N. (2017). A Healthcare Wearable for Chronic Pain Management. Design of a Smart Glove for Rheumatoid Arthritis. The Design Journal, 20(sup1), S1978-S1988.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2016). Sümerbank İşletmelerinde Tasarıma Dair İçerik Analizi: Sümerbank Süreli Yayınları Üzerine Bir Çalışma, Yedi:Sanat Tasarım ve Bilim Dergisi, 16, 111-120. (In Turkish)
  • DeLong, M., Min, S., Goncu-Berk, G., Casto, M.A., (2016). Sustainability in the Apparel Design Process, Fashion Practice. (DOI number: 10.1080/17569370.2016.1148309)
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., Bye, E., Wu. J., (2013). Apparel Sustainability from a Local Perspective, Research Journal of Textile and Apparel, 17(1), 59-69.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2009). A case study of the strategic role of design processes in brand name development in Turkey. Fashion Practice, 1(2), 187-214.                                                                                   
  • Goncu, G., & Bayazit, N., (2007). Application of AHP in the selection of fashion trends for Specific target groups. Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal, 1(3), 53-63.

BOOK CHAPTERS

  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2019). Designed to Impress: The Ottoman Kaftan, in Patternmaking Theory and History (Ed) Jennifer Moore, Berg Publishers. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2012). Exploring the Colors of Turkish Culture, in Color and Design (Eds) DeLong, M. & Martinson, B., Berg Publishers. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2012). Contemporary Turkish Dress and Fashion, in Berg Encyclopaedia of World Dress and Fashion, Berg Publishers.
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., (2012). What Color is Sustainability?, in Color and Design (Eds) DeLong, M. & Martinson, B., Berg Publishers.

 REFEREED PUBLICATIONS IN PROCEEDINGS 

  • Goncu-Berk G., Halsted, T., Zhang, R., Pan, T. (2020). Therapeutic Touch Reactive Smart Clothing for Anxiety, EAI Pervasive Health 2020, 6-8 October.
  • Halsted T., Goncu-Berk G. (2020). Iterative Design for Proactive Injury Prevention Swimwear, International Textile and Apparel Association 2019 Annual Conference, 18-20 November.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., Yim, E.H. (2020). How Critical Are We? A Content Analysis of ITAA’s Design Proceedings from 2006 to 2019 from a Critical Design Theory Perspective, International Textile and Apparel Association 2019 Annual Conference, 18-20 November.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., Guvenc-Tuna, B. (2020). Understanding the Effect of Clothing Pattern on E-Textile Electromyography (EMG) Electrode Performance, International Textile and Apparel Association 2019 Annual Conference, 18-20 November. 
  • Halsted, T., Goncu-Berk, G. (2020). Proactive Design for Injury Prevention of Elite Swimmers, Design4Health 2020, 1-3 July 2020.
  • Goncu-Berk G., (2019). 3D Printing of Conductive and Phosphorescent Filaments onto Textiles, International Textile and Apparel Association 2019 Annual Conference, 25-29 October, Las Vegas: US. 
  • Goncu-Berk G., (2019). Smart Textiles and Clothing: A Threat or Opportunity for Sustainability?, Textile Intersections, 12-14 September, London: UK. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G. & Wallinger S., (2019). From Sewing Circles to Maker Spaces: Learning Fashion Outside Academia, 5th International Conference for Design Education Researchers, 9-12 July, Ankara: Turkey. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2019). Design Parameters for a Wearable Urinary Incontinence Device,  ITech Style Summit, International Conference on Textile and Clothing, 2-4 April, Porto: Portugal.
  • Guvenc-Tuna, B., Goncu-Berk, G., Ozorhan, U., Topcuoglu, N., (2018). A Pilot Study on Electrode Skin Impedance Analysis of Embroidered EMG Electrodes, BODYNETS 2018, 2-3 October, Oulu: Finland. 
  • Goncu-Berk G., Karacan, B., & Balkis, İ. (2018). Exploring Direct Application of Additive Manufacturing onto Textiles, AUTEX 2018, 20-22 June, Istanbul: Turkey. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G. (2018). From Istanbul to New York: Bi-Cultural Learning Experience in Fashion Design, International Symposium on Innovative Approaches in Scientific Studies, 11-13 April, Antalya: Turkey. 
  • Topcuoglu, N., Goncu-Berk G. (2018) Potential Use of 3D Printing Technology for Conductive Thread Assembly on Textiles, 8thInternational Istanbul Textile Conference, 14-16 April, Istanbul: Turkey. 
  • Goncu-Berk G., Topcuoglu, N., (2017). A Healthcare Wearable for Chronic Pain Management: Design of a Smart Glove for Rheumatoid Arthritis, 12th European Academy of Design Conference, 12-14 April, Rome. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., Kahveci, S., Akkaya, S., (2016). Design of Compression Garments with Thermoplastic Polyurethane Bands to Improve Sports Performance, 8th Internatıonal Textile, Clothing & Design Conference, 2-5 October, Dubrovnik: Croatia. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2016). Design of A Sports Bra Based On Human Factors Analysis, 16th World Textile Conference AUTEX 2016, 7-10 June, Ljubljana: Slovenia. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., (2015). Design Research across Cultures: Lessons Learned from Field Experiences, April 22-24, 11th International European Academy of Design Conference, Boulogne: Paris.
  • DeLong, M., Min, S., Casto, M.A., Goncu-Berk, G., (2013). Sustainability in the Apparel Design Process, Fashion and Social Responsibility Symposium, April 19-20, University of Minnesota, St. Paul: Minnesota.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., DeLong, M., (2012). Dress and Context: A Historical View of Turkish Youth, 38th Annual Costume Society of America National Symposium, May 31-June 2, Atlanta: GA. 
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., Bye, E., Wu. J., (2012). Apparel Design for Sustainability from a Local Perspective, The 2012 Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology (BIFT) and the International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) Joint Symposium, March 25 -30, Beijing: China.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., DeLong, M., (2011).  Unveiling the Processes of Cross-Cultural Design: Making the Implicit Explicit, International Association of Societies of Design Research, 31 October-November 4, Delft: Netherlands.
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., Bye, E., Wu, J., (2011). Raising Awareness of Sustainable Practices through Educational Intervention, Technology, Education and Development Conference, 7-9 March, Valencia: Spain.
  • Goncu-Berk, G., DeLong, M., LaBat, K., (2010). Towards a Theoretical Framework for Culture-Centered Design, November 30- December 1, DesignEdAsia 2010, Hong Kong. 
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., Bye, E., Wu, J., (2010). Awareness of Sustainable Best Practices, Beginning at Home, DesignEdAsia 2010, November 30- December 1, Hong Kong. 
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., & Chaney, M.C., (2010). What would Ginger wear?, 36th Annual Costume Society of America National Symposium, May 25-30, Kansas City: MO  
  • Goncu-Berk, G., & DeLong, M., (2009). Making a difference through product design: A case study of design process in a prominent footwear brand in Turkey, International Textile and Apparel Association 2009 Annual Conference, 28-31 October, Washington: Bellevue. 
  • Goncu-Berk, G., & Er, O., (2008). The brand name matters: The strategic use of design in the development of a globally known brand, Mavi -blue- Jeans.  International Conference on Value Chain Sustainability, 12-14 November, Turkey: Izmir. 
  • Goncu, G., (2007).  Reconstructing global fashion system: Understanding the evaluation of fashion capitals, ITMC 2007 International Conference, 15 - 17 November, Morocco: Casablanca.
  • Goncu, G., (2006).  Application of Draping Method throughout the History and an Example of Today, 3rd  International Textile, Clothing & Design Conference, 8-11 October, Dubrovnik: Croatia. 
  • Goncu, G., (2005). Fashionable Technology, International Symposium Pertex, 10-12 November, Iasi: Romania. 
  • Goncu G., (2005).  An Overview of Draping Method: A Creative Way for Garment Design, 5th International Textile Conference, 19-21 April, Istanbul: Turkey.
  • Abdoalasaad, A.A.R., Sirková, B. K. & Goncu-Berk G. (2018). Antimicrobial Compression Bandages for Venus Leg Ulcers, AUTEX 2018, 20-22 June, Istanbul: Turkey.
  • Goncu-G., Topcuoglu, N., (2016). Design Parameters for A Therapeutic Rheumatoid Arthritis Glove, 7th European Conference on Protective Clothing, 23-25 May, Izmir. 
  • Chad, S., Koo, H., Goncu-Berk, G., Sohn, M., LaBat, K. (2012). Exploration of prominent personality types of undergraduate apparel studies students using Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator, International Textile and Apparel Association 2012 Annual Conference, 12-14 November, Hawaii. 
  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., Bye, E., Wu, J., (2011).  Designing for Sustainable Best Practices,  International Textile and Apparel Association 2011 Annual Conference, 4-6 November, Philadelphia.
  • LaBat, K., Chad, S., Koo, H., Goncu-Berk, G., Sohn, M., Buckner, K. (2011). Myer Briggs Type İndicator of Team Success İn Product Development, International Textile and Apparel Association 2011 Annual Conference, 4-6 November, Philadelphia. 
  • Goncu, G., (2006). 3D CAD Systems in Fashion Industry, 3rd International Textile, Clothing & Design Conference, 8-11 October, Dubrovnik: Croatia.

 PRESENTATIONS NOT PUBLISHED AS PROCEEDINGS

  • DeLong, M., Goncu-Berk, G., Bye, E., Wu, J., (2010). Sustainable by Design: Making, Selling, Buying, Using, Re-Purposing, Making, Selling, Buying, Using: Emerging Issues in Product Design, September 17, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities: Minnesota
  • Hokanson, B. Fraher, R., Goncu-Berk, G., Helle, K., & Sakaimbo, N. (2009). Reflections on Pedagogy in Creativity Training.  American Creativity Association, March, Pennsylvania: Philadelphia 
  • Goncu, G., (2007). Role of Government on Industrialization in Turkey: Sumerbank from 1933 to today, Local Goods in Turkish Design History, Istanbul, 5 February, Istanbul:Turkey. 
  • Goncu, G., (2006). Winners by Design: Mavi Jeans, Third national Design Congress: Discussing Design in Turkey, 19-22 June, Istanbul: Turkey

JURIED EXHIBITIONS

Textile Intersections, Loughborough University
X-Kite: Upcycled Pullover with 3D Printed Pockets

Goldstein Museum of Design, University of Minnesota
Evolve (Dress)

TMC 2017 Smart Textiles Saloon
A Rehabilitation Wearable: Smart Glove for Rheumatoid Arthritis

ITMC 2017 Smart Textiles Saloon
Luminous Slippers

ITCC 2015 International Textile and Costume Congress and Exhibition
Exhibited apparel design work

                                                                                               
 

London-UK
2019

St. Paul-MN
2018

Ghent-Belgium
2017

Ghent-Belgium
2017

Istanbul-Turkey
2015