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Dr. Gokhan Hacisalihoglu is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Florida A&M University, with courtesy faculty appointments at Florida State University and the University of Florida. He has held visiting positions at Cornell University, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Michigan State University, and Sabanci University, reflecting a broad collaborative academic network in plant sciences.
His research focuses on physiological plant biology, particularly plant mineral nutrition, zinc deficiency, ion transport and signaling, abiotic stress tolerance, and seed priming in economically important crops such as wheat, maize, beans, soybean, tomatoes, and turfgrasses. His work emphasizes genotypic variation and seed composition to improve crop resilience and nutritional quality.
Dr. Hacisalihoglu has authored over 43 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and reviews, demonstrating strong grantmanship and scholarly productivity. His publications reflect sustained research in plant stress physiology and agricultural sustainability.
Scientific Awards:
- FAMU Advanced Teacher of the Year Award
- FAMU Research Excellence Award
- Student Recognized Best Professor by Alpha Kappa Alpha
Dr. Hacisalihoglu has taught over 5,000 students at the university level, offering courses such as General Biology, Plant Morphology/Anatomy, and Scientist Life Skills. He actively mentors undergraduate researchers, fostering early engagement in plant biological sciences, agronomy, and horticulture. While specific grants are not listed, his recognition for research excellence and teaching underscores a robust record of funded projects and academic leadership.
He is involved in academic outreach, including a YouTube channel (DrhaciExplains), aimed at science communication and education.
