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Dr. Sebahattin YILMAZ is a Lecturer in the Department of Garden Plants at the Faculty of Agriculture, Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, Turkey. He has been serving as a full-time academic staff member since 2013 and currently holds the position of Deputy Department Head. His academic career includes significant administrative roles such as Department Head (2015-2024) and Research and Application Center Manager (2015-2020), demonstrating his leadership in academic and research administration.
Dr. YILMAZ earned his BSc, MSc, and PhD degrees in Horticulture from Gaziosmanpaşa University, completing his doctoral studies in 2007. His educational background in horticulture has provided a strong foundation for his research in fruit cultivation and breeding, particularly focusing on walnut species.
His research primarily centers on walnut cultivation and breeding, with significant contributions to understanding walnut phenology, genetic diversity, and propagation techniques. Dr. YILMAZ has conducted extensive research on walnut germplasm characterization, particularly in regions like Kaman (Kırşehir), Aksaray, and Mucur. His work spans practical horticultural techniques including top-working methods, micropropagation, and seed germination studies, as well as theoretical aspects like phenological modeling and suitability analysis using Geographic Information Systems. His recent publications (2023-2025) show a shift toward broader applications including geographical indication systems for agricultural products and educational innovations in plant production.
Dr. YILMAZ has been principal investigator for numerous research projects funded by higher education institutions, with a particular focus on walnut cultivation and development. His research portfolio includes 12 projects spanning from 2012 to 2026, reflecting sustained commitment to advancing walnut production in Turkey. He has served as Erasmus Coordinator since 2014, demonstrating international engagement in academic exchange programs.
As an educator, Dr. YILMAZ has supervised numerous graduate students, guiding 8 master's theses and 1 doctoral dissertation to completion. His teaching portfolio includes courses on hard-shelled fruit cultivation, subtropical fruit species, viticulture, and plant biotechnology, reflecting the breadth of his expertise in horticultural sciences.
