معرفی
Prof. Halil Demir is an Associate Professor in the Department of Horticulture at Akdeniz University's Faculty of Agriculture, Antalya, Turkey. His academic career spans over two decades with progressive roles from Research Assistant to his current position since 2018, while also serving as Director of Elmalı Vocational School (2012-2021).
His educational background includes:
- Doctorate (2003-2009): Akdeniz University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture
- Postgraduate (1999-2002): Akdeniz University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture
- Undergraduate (1994-1998): Cukurova University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture
Demir's research focuses on sustainable horticultural systems with expertise in vegetable breeding, greenhouse cultivation, and climate-adapted crops. His work emphasizes resource-efficient practices including deficit irrigation techniques, organic amendments like vermicompost and biofertilizers, and intercropping systems. He investigates physiological responses of cool and hot climate vegetables to environmental stresses while optimizing yield and nutritional quality.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent exploration of water management strategies (particularly partial root drying), microbial fertilizers, and agricultural waste recycling. His studies predominantly target leafy vegetables (lettuce, cabbage) and fruiting crops (eggplant, pepper, melon), demonstrating practical applications for Mediterranean agriculture under salinity and water scarcity conditions.
Scientific recognition includes:
- TÜBİTAK Scientific Publications Incentive Award (2003 and subsequent years)
As a dedicated mentor, Demir has supervised 8 graduate theses on vegetable breeding and cultivation techniques. His active research portfolio includes TUBITAK-funded projects on selenium biofortification, Fusarium-resistant melon development, and ultrasonic pollination technology, addressing critical challenges in sustainable vegetable production.
His laboratory work at Akdeniz University integrates field trials with controlled environment studies, focusing on substrate management and physiological responses of horticultural crops to innovative cultivation practices.