Murat Kaya

Murat Kaya is a Professor at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Istanbul Technical University. His research focuses on biomaterials, bioinspired materials, nanotechnology, and their applications in drug delivery, food preservation, and environmental engineering. He is actively involved in projects exploring chitin-based nanomaterials, superhydrophobic surfaces, and sustainable seed coatings.

Key research interests include chitin and chitosan properties, antimicrobial activity, nanoparticle synthesis, and biomaterial design. His recent work involves developing biodegradable coatings for food preservation and advanced materials for medical applications like bone regeneration and cancer therapy. He leads projects such as 'Sustainable Natural Seed Coatings' and 'Bioinspired High-Strength Materials'.

His publications span over 137 articles, with a focus on nanomaterial characterization, drug delivery systems, and environmental adsorption technologies. Collaborations include international teams in Turkey, Europe, and beyond. Awards and grants are not explicitly mentioned, but his research has attracted significant attention, with over 6,238 citations and an h-index of 46.