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Dr. Edis Koru is an Associate Professor in the Department of Aquaculture at the Faculty of Fisheries, Ege University in Izmir, Turkey. He is actively engaged in research related to algal biotechnology and aquaculture, with a focus on industrial scale applications within the Turkish context.
His primary research interests include:
- Industrial scale microalgae production
- Photobioreactor design and planning
- Nutritional applications of commercial microalgae
- Artemia production technologies
Dr. Koru's work contributes significantly to Turkey's efforts in developing its algal industry, with particular focus on achieving the 2020 targets for this sector. His research spans multiple microalgae species including Spirulina platensis, Haemotococcus sp., Dunaliella sp., and Porphydium sp., with applications in nutrition, sustainable development, and renewable energy.
Dr. Koru has been recognized as 'The Founder of Green Energy TURKEY'S ALGAE' and 'The smart face of Algae Industry in Turkey,' highlighting his leadership role in advancing algal biotechnology within the country. His work at Çamaltı Saltworks demonstrates practical applications of microalgae cultivation in Turkish saline environments.
His laboratory activities focus on developing efficient photobioreactor systems for microalgae production, with documented research on Haemotococcus pluvialis and Porphyridium cruentum. This research has implications for sustainable food production, environmental protection, and Turkey's position in the global algal industry.
