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Dr. Selen Olgun is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Education at Tufts University School of Medicine, with a secondary appointment in Public Health and Community Medicine since December 2021. Previously, she served as Visiting Associate Professor in both departments from July 2020 to December 2021. Her office is located at 136 Harrison Avenue, Boston.
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine, Ege University School of Medicine (1995)
- Doctor of Philosophy, Virginia Tech (2000-2004)
Her research spans immunology, toxicology, and physiology, focusing on autoimmune disease mechanisms, pesticide-induced cellular stress, and pharmacological interventions. She employs murine models to investigate molecular pathways in conditions like lupus nephritis and explores neurophysiological applications in medical education.
Publications from 2004-2008 demonstrate consistent focus on experimental immunology/toxicology, with themes including: epigenetic modulators of autoimmunity (2008), analgesic efficacy in disease models (2007), pesticide cytotoxicity mechanisms (2004-2007), and genetic regulators of kidney inflammation (2006).
Professional service includes membership in:
- Tufts committees: Admissions (MBS/SOM), Curriculum (PA/SOM), Student Evaluation Board
- Organizations: National Association of Advisors for Health Professions, International Association of Medical Science Educators, Society for Neuroscience
Courses taught:
- Neuroscience, Medical Physiology, Respiratory System, Physiology I/II (2020-2025)
