Meyrem TUNA UYSAL

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meyrem TUNA UYSAL is a sociologist affiliated with the Department of Sociology at Suleyman Demirel University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Public Administration and MA/BA in Sociology from the same institution. Her research focuses on aging studies, digital sociology, family dynamics, and social violence, with particular emphasis on topics like ageism, intergenerational relations, and technology's societal impact.

• Educations:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Sociology (2004)
  • MA in Sociology (2008)
  • PhD in Public Administration (2014)

Research Interests: Meyrem TUNA UYSAL explores how digital technologies reshape social interactions among youth and elderly populations. She investigates aging-related issues such as elder abuse, productive aging, and cultural perceptions of aging. Her work also addresses societal violence through media analysis (e.g., film critiques) and gender studies. Methodologically, she combines quantitative and qualitative approaches to study family structures, communication patterns, and policy impacts on vulnerable groups.

Recent Publications Trends: Her articles (2020-2024) prominently feature aging-related studies (50% of output), digital society (25%), and social violence (20%). Key themes include ageism in care institutions, digital exclusion/amplification of age-related issues, and media's role in shaping societal attitudes toward violence and aging.

• Awards/Citations:
  • H-index: 11
  • Total Citations: 520

Teaching & Academic Contributions: She teaches core sociology courses including Sociology of Family, Classical Sociological Theories, and Graduation Project supervision. She has authored/co-authored 12 books covering topics like digital society, gerontology, and social policy. Currently actively involved in editorial work and international conferences in social sciences.