معرفی
Fırat Ege KARAAT is an Associate Professor in the Department of Horticulture at Adıyaman University's Faculty of Agriculture, where he has served since 2018, initially in the Department of Plant Protection before moving to his current department in 2021. His academic journey includes positions at Malatya Turgut Ozal University and Inonu University, building on industry experience in agricultural products marketing.
Dr. KARAAT's research spans multiple dimensions of horticultural science, with particular emphasis on fruit tree cultivation. His work demonstrates deep expertise in almond and apricot production systems, including variety adaptation, fruit quality analysis, physiological responses to environmental factors, and sustainable cultivation practices. He has made significant contributions to understanding the biochemical composition of fruits, particularly regarding phenolic compounds and antioxidant properties across various species including mulberry, fig, and cornelian cherry.
His extensive publication record of 45 refereed articles reveals consistent research productivity with a strong focus on practical horticultural applications. Recent work (2023-2025) shows continued innovation in areas such as foliar treatments for stress mitigation, molecular characterization of fruit genotypes, and analysis of phytochemical composition across different fruit species and growing conditions.
- TÜBİTAK Türkiye-Based International Scientific Publications Promotion Publication Encouragement Award
Dr. KARAAT's advising approach likely emphasizes hands-on research experience in fruit science, connecting theoretical knowledge with practical agricultural applications. His collaboration network spans multiple Turkish universities and international institutions, reflecting in his diverse publication record across international journals and conference proceedings. His research has practical implications for fruit growers, particularly regarding variety selection, cultivation techniques, and quality optimization.
His leadership extends to editorial work including the 'Bitki Sağlığı Rehberi (Fitoklinik Uygulamaları ve Zararlı Organizmalar Kataloğu)' and authorship of several books including 'Gelecekte Tarım ve İnovasyon' (2024), 'Değişen Bir Dünyada Sürdürülebilir Tarım Yönetimi' (2021), and other agricultural science publications that contribute to knowledge dissemination in his field.
