Esin B. Sözer

Esin B. Sözer is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Bioengineering Department at Northeastern University's College of Engineering. She holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering-Electrophysics from the University of Southern California (USC), an M.S. from Auburn University, and a B.S. from Hacettepe University. Her research focuses on biophysics of electric field interactions with biological systems, electropermeabilization, and electrostimulation. She has held prior appointments including Research Assistant Professor at Old Dominion University and Postdoctoral roles at UCLA and USC.

• Education:
  • PhD, Electrical Engineering-Electrophysics, USC (200X)
  • M.S., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Auburn University
  • B.S., Electronics Engineering, Hacettepe University

Her research interests span biophysical mechanisms of nanosecond electrical stimuli, calcium electroporation therapies, and laser-driven electron acceleration. Recent work explores modulation of cellular responses via field reversal techniques and quantitative transport limits in electropermeabilized membranes. Teaching emphasizes student engagement and individualized learning in bioelectricity and biophysics.

Publications highlight advancements in understanding electroporation dynamics, ion channel modulation, and therapeutic applications of electropermeabilization. Key contributions include modeling lipid bilayer pore formation and analyzing dose-dependent cancer cell death mechanisms.

• Awards:
  • 2025 Diversity Recognition Award (Northeastern University)

Teaching responsibilities include biomedical engineering courses with a focus on integrating research insights into pedagogy. Active in consulting roles bridging academic and clinical applications of bioelectrical systems.