Tuğba KAMAN

Tuğba KAMAN is an Assistant Professor at Uskudar University, Department of Biology, with a focus on bioinformatics, molecular genetics, and medicinal plant applications. She holds a PhD in Biology from Marmara University (2018) and has supervised 9 theses on neurogenetics, cancer, and autoimmune diseases.

• Education: BSc (2006), MSc (2009), PhD (2018) in Biology

Research Interests bridge computational biology (SNP analysis, molecular docking) and practical applications in aromatherapy, phytotherapy, and cosmetology. Her work addresses:

• Genetic polymorphisms in neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s, Spinocerebellar Ataxia)
• Environmental radionuclide impacts on medicinal plants
• Sports genomics (cyclist cohorts)

Publication Trends emphasize in silico methods for SNP/missense variant analysis, with applications in virology (SARS-CoV-2), neurogenetics, and environmental health. Notable projects include HPLC analysis of medicinal plant compounds and aromatherapy effects on elderly sleep quality.

Administrative Roles include Deputy Head of Institute (2021-2025), Head of Department of Plant and Animal Production (2018-continuing), and active Erasmus/ARGEP coordination. She advises 100-150 students (2023-continuing) and teaches courses in phytotherapy, aromatherapy, and biochemistry.