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Professor
Prof. Dr. Ekrem Aydıner is a distinguished physicist at Istanbul University, Faculty of Science, Department of Physics, specializing in High Energy and Plasma Physics. He also serves as a visiting researcher at Koç University and has been invited by Princeton University. With 78 WoS publications and an H-index of 726, his work spans particle physics, cosmology, and complex systems.
Associate Professor
Sedat Nizamoğlu is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering , Koç University , Istanbul. His research focuses on bioelectronics, optoelectronics, and nanotechnology with applications in neuroengineering and implantable devices. Education : PhD (2011), MSc (2007), BS (2005) from Bilkent University Research Interests include: Bio/Nano/Molecular/Quantum Communications Optical Control of Brain Functions Micro/Nanofabrication for Biomedical Devices Scientific Awards : ERC Starting Grant ERC Consolidator Grant First Science Diplomacy Award by YÖK Aziz Sancar Incentive Award He has contributed to developments in transient optoelectronics and optofluidic systems , with funding from European Research Council grants. His work bridges nanotechnology, photonics, and biomedical engineering.
Assistant Professor
Ausaf Ahmed Farooqui is an Assistant Professor at Bilkent University, affiliated with both the Department of Psychology and the UMRAM (Sabancı Brain Research Center) in Ankara, Turkey. His research explores the neural and cognitive mechanisms enabling goal-directed behavior, conscious perception, and cognitive control. Education: PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Cambridge (2012) His work focuses on the frontal and parietal cortices, their role in fluid intelligence, and how these regions interact during task execution and introspection. Using neuroimaging and cognitive psychology methods, he investigates brain dynamics during conscious perception and learning. Recent publications highlight trends in cognitive neuroscience, particularly the relationship between hierarchical cognition and neural deactivation patterns. Scientific Awards: 2015 SAS Recognition Award (MRC UK) 2014 SAS Recognition Award (MRC UK) 2007–2010 Cambridge Scholarships 2004 Sorel Catherine Freymann Award
Assistant Professor
Ayhan Sari is an Assistant Professor in Political Science and International Relations at Turkish-German University. He holds a PhD from Free University Berlin (2022) and degrees from Sabancı University and Yildiz Technical University. Research specializes in conflict dynamics, ethnic identity politics, and international security, with regional focus on Middle Eastern conflicts including the Syrian Civil War. Recent publications examine foreign fighter recruitment, ethnic discrimination frameworks, and identity manipulation in conflict zones. Publications demonstrate methodological diversity combining legal analysis, case studies, and empirical research on conflict participants. Work contributes to understanding of non-state actor dynamics in contemporary warfare. Ongoing projects include comparative studies of brain drain in Balkan regions and analyses of international intervention in domestic elections.
Associate Professor
Tülin Yanık is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Middle East Technical University (METU). Her research focuses on intracellular trafficking, processing, and secretion of neuropeptides and peptide hormones related to obesity, with recent work investigating hypothalamic appetite regulation, psychotic drugs, childhood obesity, Type-2 Diabetes, atherosclerosis, and nano-architectural approaches for neurons. She employs cell lines, animal models, and human subjects in her studies. Education: Postdoc at NIH (2003–2006), PhD/MSc/BSc from The George Washington University and Ege University. Key Research Themes: Neuropeptide regulation, metabolic disorders, neuropharmacology, and nanotechnology in biomedicine. Her publications highlight investigations into leptin, hypothalamic modulation by antipsychotics, and the role of melanocortin receptors in obesity. She explores nanomaterials for enhancing neural cell functions and mitochondrial effects of hyperlipidemia. Research also addresses maternal obesity’s impact on offspring pancreatic cells and synaptic integrity in neurological contexts. Labs/Teams: Her laboratory integrates molecular biology, pharmacology, and nanotechnology to address obesity, diabetes, and neurodegenerative mechanisms.
Professor
Prof. Dr. Murat Dener is a full Professor in the Department of Information Security Engineering at the Institute of Science and Technology, Gazi University, where he also serves as the Head of Department since 2020. He has been continuously affiliated with Gazi University since 2005, progressing from Research Assistant to full Professor in 2023. He is also a Member of the Gazi University Rectorate Quality Commission and a Researcher at the High Performance Computational Neuroscience Laboratory at the Neuroscience and Neurotechnology Excellence Joint Application and Research Center. His educational background includes a BSc, MSc, and PhD, all from Gazi University, with his doctoral studies partially conducted at Georgia Tech University, USA. He completed English language training at Georgia State University and has participated in multiple EU-funded international projects across Greece, Portugal, Belgium, Germany, and Kazakhstan. His research focuses on cutting-edge areas such as cyber security, artificial intelligence, internet of things, blockchain, big data analytics, and computational neuroscience. His work bridges theoretical research with practical innovation, exemplified by the development of Turkey’s first domestically produced wireless sensor node, "WiSeN", through a company he founded in 2014. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward integrating AI and deep learning into cyber defense, secure IoT systems, blockchain applications, and computational neuroscience. His work emphasizes real-world applicability, security, scalability, and innovation in smart city and critical infrastructure technologies. Academic Achievement Award, Georgia State University (2011) Second Prize, Gazi University Business Idea Competition (2014) Turkish First Prize, Junior Chamber International 'Ten Successful Young People of Turkey' (2014) World Top 20 Finalist, Junior Chamber International (Japan, 2014) First Prize, Young Entrepreneurship Category, Liyakat Association (2015) First Prize, Smart Buildings and Environment, TET R&D Project Market (2018) Prof. Dener actively advises master’s and doctoral students and has led numerous national and international research projects, including EU-funded collaborations. His leadership extends to editorial and peer-review roles in multiple journals. He is deeply involved in academic quality improvement as a member of the Rectorate Quality Commission and leads advanced research in computational neuroscience using high-performance computing platforms. He founded a technology company in 2014 under the Technopreneurship Capital Support Program, producing the first Turkish-made wireless sensor node (WiSeN), which led to several national innovation awards. His lab work centers on the High Performance Computational Neuroscience Laboratory, where he contributes to neurotechnology research, combining AI and neuroscience for brain-computer interface applications.
Associate Professor
Oğuzhan Atabek is an Associate Professor of Educational Technology at the Department of Curriculum and Instruction , Akdeniz University . With 42 publications (WoS), 16 h-index (WoS), and 520 h-index (Scholar), his research focuses on technology integration , distance education , and human-computer interaction in pedagogical contexts. Research Interests: Artificial Intelligence in Education Digital Writing and Anxiety Psychological Aspects of Technology Use Music Education Technology Teacher Training Innovations Scientific Recognition: Elsevier Outstanding Reviewer Award (2018) Current Affiliations: Member of Nilay Özaydın's Lab at Akdeniz University. Collaborates internationally on educational technology applications and psychological dimensions of digital learning.
Professor
Neslihan Serap Şengör is a Professor at the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Istanbul Technical University . Her work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Neuroscience , and Circuits and Systems Theory . Research areas include: Neuromorphic computing with Intel Loihi Basal ganglia and motor control modeling Spiking neural networks for hardware Cognitive process simulation Projects focus on: Hardware implementation of motor learning Computational models for Parkinson's disease Cortex structure simulation on neuromorphic chips Contact: sengorn@itu.edu.tr
Professor
Nur Mustafaoğlu is a Professor at Sabancı University's Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, where she founded the Mustafaoğlu Lab in January 2021. Her research focuses on interdisciplinary bioengineering approaches to advance understanding and treatment of brain diseases, particularly through innovative technologies targeting the blood-brain barrier. She also contributes as a part-time researcher at the Sabancı University Nanotechnology Research and Application Center (SUNUM). Research Interests Bioengineering solutions for neuroscience challenges Blood-brain barrier dynamics Neurodegenerative disease treatment technologies Scientific Awards 2024 Mustafa Parlar Foundation Research Encouragement Award for contributions to bioengineering and brain disease research
Associate Professor
Dr. Serkan Düzgün is an Associate Professor at Gazi University's Faculty of Education, Department of Basic Education, specializing in Classroom Education. He has previously worked as a part-time lecturer at Ankara Hacı Bayram Veli University and Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. PhD, Master's, and Bachelor's degrees from Gazi University Active in instructional technologies, AI in education, STEM, and neuroscience applications Key contributor to Turkey's national education projects and civil society initiatives His research focuses on the integration of artificial intelligence in pedagogical practices, robotic coding platforms for K-12 education, and the cognitive impacts of neuroscience-based teaching methods . Recent work examines distance education challenges during the pandemic, learning style adaptations, and self-regulated learning in virtual environments. Current publications emphasize AI-driven educational tools , technology-enhanced literacy instruction , and virtual classroom dynamics . His 15 most recent articles (2021-2024) span topics like robotic coding in STEM education, emotional intelligence in remote teaching, and AI applications in qualitative research. Dr. Düzgün has conducted 108 projects, advised 3 theses, and actively participates in open-access initiatives and UN Sustainable Development Goals implementation through educational technology. He also played a pivotal role in establishing the "Voice of Turkish" Radio at Yunus Emre Institute.
Assistant Professor
Hulya Yalcin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University. Her research focuses on artificial intelligence applications in robotics, computer vision, and precision agriculture. She leads projects in musculoskeletal modeling, plant phenology monitoring, and assistive technologies for elderly care. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation, health, and sustainable agriculture. Key projects include using deep learning for crop yield estimation and developing exergaming systems to improve elderly health. She has authored 52 research outputs and secured funding for initiatives like AISENSE (EU-funded exergames) and plant classification via computer vision. Publications span robotics control, medical engineering, and agricultural informatics. Notable contributions include knee orthosis gait learning via deep reinforcement learning and low-resource Turkish speech recognition improvements. As Principal Investigator, she manages projects on plant classification using CNNs, drone-based depth mapping, and multimodal assisted living systems. Her research bridges AI with practical applications in healthcare, agriculture, and robotics.
Associate Professor
Pınar ÖZ is an Associate Professor at Uskudar University, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, since 2015. Her research spans neurobiology, computational neuroscience, and neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on membrane properties, adult neurogenesis, and orexin system dynamics. Boğaziçi University, Institute of Biomedical Engineering (2012–2014) Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-organization (2011–2012) Research Interests: Computational modeling of neuronal excitability Neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism models Role of orexin in sleep deprivation and sensorimotor gating Neuroprotective agents (e.g., zeatin) in ischemic models Evolutionary bioinformatics of neurochemical pathways Applications of agent-based modeling in neurogenesis Recent Trends: Publications from 2015–2025 emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining in vitro and in vivo models with computational tools to study hippocampal plasticity, neurodegeneration, and pharmacological interventions. Scientific Awards: Georg Christoph Lichtenberg Scholarship (Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture, Germany, 2008–2009) Projects: Investigates personalized drug monitoring, neuroprotective effects of zeatin, orexin system's role in psychosis models, and computational frameworks for neurogenesis. She also supervises graduate theses on topics like neurodevelopmental inhibition networks and age-dependent simulations.
Professor
Dr. İbrahim Hakkı Acar is a Professor at Özyeğin University, specializing in Child, Youth and Family Studies. He earned his B.A. in Elementary Teaching from Trakya University (2010), Fulbright M.S. in Child, Youth and Family Studies (2013), and Ph.D. in Human Sciences (2016) from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Postdoctoral research at the Center for Brain, Biology and Behavior (2016-2017) focused on temperament and executive functioning. Research Focus: Protective/risk factors for child development, self-regulation, nature-based interventions, and cross-cultural studies. Students: Mentored 18 graduate and undergraduate assistants, including Zeynep Beken and Selin Ünser. Awards: Silver Award (NAEYC, 2018) and First Place Prize (Çiğdem Kağıtçıbaşı Festival, 2020). His lab collaborates with international researchers like Dr. Kathleen Rudasill (VCU) and Dr. Samuel Putnam (Bowdoin College). Publications span developmental psychology, educational practices, and environmental influences on early childhood cognition.
Professor
Prof. Dr. Asli Sarandöl is a full Professor and Head of the Department of Mental Health and Diseases at Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine, where she has served in progressive academic roles since 1999. Education: Beşiktaş Atatürk High School – 1988 M.D., Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine – 1994 Specialist training in Psychiatry, Uludağ University – completed 1999 Research Interests: Prof. Sarandöl’s scholarly work centers on severe mental disorders, particularly schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. She investigates the biological underpinnings of psychosis, including oxidative stress and metabolic sequelae of antipsychotic treatment, alongside pioneering psychosocial interventions. Her clinical research integrates art therapy and psychodrama into rehabilitation programs for patients and their families, emphasizing social functioning and caregiver burden. Additional interests encompass the psychiatric manifestations of systemic medical conditions such as Behçet’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and breast cancer, as well as the impact of societal crises like the COVID-19 pandemic on emergency psychiatric service utilization. Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2021–2025) reflect a dual focus on biological psychiatry and creative psychotherapies. Studies explore inflammatory and oxidative biomarkers in schizophrenia, metabolic side effects of antipsychotics, and the efficacy of art-therapy-based interventions in improving symptoms and social skills among patients and caregivers. The COVID-19 pandemic also features prominently, with analyses of its influence on psychiatric emergency admissions. Clinical & Teaching Roles: Director, Psychosis Outpatient Clinic since 2006 Certified Psychodrama Therapist (2009) Certified Art Therapy Educator (training completed 2009) Lecturer in psychodynamically oriented undergraduate and postgraduate courses Laboratory & Teams: While no dedicated laboratory name is provided, Prof. Sarandöl leads clinical and translational research within the Department of Mental Health and Diseases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams that include psychologists, art therapists, residents, and graduate students to implement and evaluate innovative therapeutic programs.
Professor
Prof. Dr. Levent Büyükuy sal serves as Professor in the Department of Medical Pharmacology at Bursa Uludag University Faculty of Medicine, Turkey. With academic service spanning since 1985, he established his research program following postdoctoral training at MIT's Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences (1987-1990). His laboratory investigates fundamental neuropharmacological mechanisms with clinical translational applications. His educational foundation includes: Pharmacy degree from Hacettepe University (1980) PhD in Pharmacology from Dicle University Institute of Health Sciences (1984) Research focuses on neurotransmitter dynamics (dopamine/glutamate systems), oxidative stress pathophysiology, and drug interaction mechanisms. His work bridges molecular neuropharmacology with clinical applications in neurodegenerative disorders, addiction, and pregnancy pharmacology. Key methodologies include in vitro brain slice models, rodent behavioral paradigms, and biomarker analysis in clinical samples. Analysis of 15 recent publications (2016-2022) reveals consistent investigation of neuroprotective mechanisms against ischemia/oxidative stress, modulation of neurotransmitter release, and clinical pharmacology applications. Dominant themes include sigma receptor pharmacology, Parkinson's disease models, diabetic complications, and sex-specific drug responses - demonstrating translational research from bench to bedside. His scientific contributions are disseminated through publications in international journals covering neuropharmacology, clinical pharmacology, and toxicology domains. The research program maintains strong emphasis on experimental methodology development for neuropharmacological investigations.
