Cem Ekmekcioglu

Cem Ekmekcioglu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the Faculty of Life Sciences. His research focuses on nutritional epidemiology, trace element metabolism, and public health, with contributions to Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Key areas include dietary patterns and chronic disease risk, nutrient roles in maternal and child health, and pandemic-related nutrition challenges.

His work integrates prospective cohort studies and meta-analyses to explore topics like poultry consumption’s cardiovascular impacts and trace element deficiencies in pregnancy. Collaborations span toxicology, oncology, and infectious disease contexts. He actively publishes in high-impact journals, emphasizing evidence-based nutritional strategies for global health challenges.

Notable research achievements include studies on selenium, zinc, and manganese status in pregnant women, linking these to maternal complications. His 2023 publications highlight pandemic-era dietary insights and poultry consumption’s epidemiological implications. He maintains an active research network with international collaborators, focusing on translating nutritional science into public health policies.