جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

AYŞEGÜL GÜLEÇمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Orthodontics
• Clinical Sciences
• Dental Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

AYŞEGÜL GÜLEÇ is an Associate Professor at Gaziantep University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Clinical Sciences, specializing in Orthodontics. She has been actively involved in academic and clinical work since completing her doctorate in Orthodontics from Marmara University in 2015. Position: Associate Professor Institution: Gaziantep University Faculty: Faculty of Dentistry Department: Department of Clinical Sciences / Orthodontics Email: aysegulgulec@gantep.edu.tr Dr. Güleç completed her dental education at Marmara University (2002-2008), followed by specialization and integrated doctorate in Orthodontics (2010-2015). She further expanded her expertise with an Associate Degree in Health Institutions Management from Anadolu University (2017). Her research spans multiple dimensions of orthodontics, with particular focus on malocclusion treatment protocols, orthodontic biomaterials, and the relationship between dental structures and speech production. She has published extensively on topics including root resorption mechanisms, 3D printing applications in orthodontics, and the effects of various orthodontic appliances on craniofacial structures. Her work often bridges clinical orthodontics with advanced imaging techniques and biological assessments. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on evidence-based orthodontic treatment approaches, with significant contributions in the areas of Class III malocclusion correction, rapid maxillary expansion techniques, and innovative applications of photobiomodulation in orthodontic practice. Her research frequently employs advanced methodologies including micro-CT imaging, RT-PCR analysis, and cephalometric assessments. Dr. Güleç has successfully supervised numerous graduate students, with 16 dental specialist theses and 2 doctoral dissertations completed under her guidance. She has led and participated in multiple research projects funded by higher education institutions, focusing on areas such as biomaterials testing, orthodontic appliance efficacy, and innovative treatment protocols. Her teaching portfolio includes doctoral, master's, and undergraduate courses covering orthodontic principles, diagnostic methods, and clinical applications.

Thomas Reitzمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soil Ecology
• Microbial Community Structure and Function
• Global Change Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Thomas Reitz is a Guest Scientist at the Department of Soil Ecology, UFZ-Centre for Environmental Research Leipzig-Halle, and since 2025 has served as Scientific Leader of the Crop Research Unit at the Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU). His research focuses on soil microbial communities in the context of global change, land use, and plant-microbe interactions. He is actively involved in large-scale experimental platforms such as the Global Change Experimental Facility (GCEF) and the APPLE analytical pipeline. Ph.D. in Applied Natural Sciences, Helmholtz-Centre Dresden-Rossendorf / TU Bergakademie Freiberg (2011) Diploma in Biology (Microbiology), TU Dresden (2006) Dr. Reitz’s research interests center on the structure and function of soil microbial communities, their adaptation to environmental stressors (drought, heavy metals, pathogens), and their role in terrestrial carbon and nutrient cycles. He investigates how the soil microbiome contributes to plant growth and stress resistance, integrating molecular, biochemical, and ecological techniques. His work spans microbial community analyses, enzyme assays, and spectroscopic methods. The recent publications highlight a strong focus on soil-plant-microbe interactions under global change conditions, including climate manipulation, land-use intensity, fertilization regimes, and drought stress. Key themes include nutrient cycling, microbial resilience, synthetic microbial communities, phytoremediation, and sustainable agricultural practices. The studies employ experimental field and lab platforms, often involving long-term monitoring and meta-analyses. Dr. Reitz has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. He contributes to research coordination, particularly in third-party funded projects, and mentors collaborative research efforts. His work is embedded in national and international consortia, including the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv). He collaborates extensively across disciplines and institutions, contributing to large-scale ecological experiments and analytical developments. He is involved in major research platforms: the Global Change Experimental Facility (GCEF), where he coordinates third-party funding; the APPLE pipeline for soil eco-indicators; and the PhytOakmeter network. These platforms support integrative research on soil functions, microbial dynamics, and ecosystem responses to environmental change.

• Bioinformatics
• Molecular Biology
• DNA Structure Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Osman Doluca is an Associate Professor in the Biomedical Engineering department at Izmir University of Economics. He completed his PhD at Massey University (New Zealand) developing chemically modified DNA probes for studying non-canonical DNA structures like triple helices and G-quadruplexes. Education: PhD in Molecular Biology, Massey University, New Zealand Current Role: Associate Professor, Biomedical Engineering Department His research focuses on: Computational identification of G-quadruplex structures Development of bioinformatics tools for molecular biologists Functional analysis of non-canonical DNA/RNA structures Design of miRNA detection kits Application of sequencing technologies in metagenomics Chemical modification of nucleic acids Recent publications highlight his work in DNA structure prediction algorithms, comparative sequencing analysis, and computational methods for biological network community detection. His research integrates bioinformatics with experimental validation to explore genomic elements' functional roles.

• Microbiology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emine Ertekin is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Middle East Technical University (METU). Her research focuses on microbial communities in extreme environments, investigating how they adapt to environmental perturbations and their functional responses. She specializes in phototrophic microbes and their biotransformation capabilities, employing meta-omics, culturing, and molecular tools. Education: Ph.D.: Environmental Sciences, Boğaziçi University (2011–2016) M.Sc.: Environmental Sciences, Boğaziçi University (2008–2011) B.Sc.: Biology, Marmara University (2004–2008) Research Interests: Her work explores microbial community dynamics in hyper-arid deserts, endolithic habitats, and extremophile adaptations. Key topics include cyanobacterial light spectrum utilization, rock structure effects on microbial diversity, and enzymatic detoxification mechanisms of pollutants like benzalkonium chlorides. Publications: Recent work highlights adaptations of cyanobacteria to desert conditions, mechanisms of water extraction from gypsum rocks, and genomic studies of biodegradation pathways. These contributions advance understanding of microbial survival strategies and environmental biotechnology applications. Labs & Collaborations: Engages in interdisciplinary projects combining fieldwork and lab-based molecular analyses. Active collaborations include studies at Johns Hopkins University and international desert research sites.

Meryem Beklioğluمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Limnology
• Freshwater Ecology
• Global Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Meryem Beklioğlu is Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Middle East Technical University, leading the Limnology Laboratory. Her research examines ecological structure and function in lake ecosystems, particularly shallow lakes, focusing on global change impacts including hydrological shifts, climate warming, and land use changes. Research Approach: Employing experimental mesocosms, long-term ecological monitoring, and paleoecological methods, Beklioğlu investigates responses across trophic levels—from microbial communities to fish populations. Her work integrates spatial and temporal scales to understand ecosystem resilience. Article Trends: Recent publications demonstrate emphasis on anthropogenic stressors: microplastic contamination in food webs, freshwater salinization drivers, and dissolved organic matter dynamics. Her scholarship consistently addresses climate adaptation strategies for aquatic conservation. International Collaboration: Coordinates EU-funded projects including Horizon 2020 initiatives. Research spans Mediterranean, Arctic, and Anatolian lake systems, advancing global understanding of aquatic ecosystem vulnerability.

Hatice Tuncaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Phycology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Environmental Toxicology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hatice Tunca serves at the Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Sakarya University , Turkey. With over 15 peer-reviewed publications in Q1-Q4 journals, her research focuses on algal physiology, aquatic toxicology, and environmental monitoring using diatom indices. Current courses: Algal Culture Techniques, Advanced Phycology, Scientific Research Methods Editorial roles: Peer reviewer for African Journal of Aquatic Science , Environmental Science and Pollution Research , and others Scientific awards: Erasmus Staff Mobility Grant, Best MSc Poster & Oral Presentation Awards Her work examines phytoplankton community responses to environmental stressors like pesticides and heavy metals, with particular emphasis on Arthrospira platensis and Chlorella vulgaris . She investigates diatom-based water quality assessment across Turkish river basins and contributes to cyanotoxin distribution patterns in European lakes under climate change scenarios. Key publications include studies on: Synthetic metal phthalocyanines' algaecidal effects Temperature-toxin relationships in cyanobacteria Salinity impacts on algal communities New algal species records for Turkey Antioxidant enzyme responses to pollutants She has mentored students like Tuğba Ongun Sevindik and serves as investigator in national projects on water quality monitoring.

Cansu Canbekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Science and Mathematics Core Field
• Chemistry
• Nanotechnology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Assistant Professor Cansu Canbek is affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering at Yeditepe University , where she serves in the Department of Materials Science and Nanotechnology Engineering . She also holds the position of Deputy Director of the Institute for both the Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering PhD Program and the Analytical Chemistry Master's Program. PhD: Université de Versailles Saint Quentin en Yvelines (Chemical, 2015) Master's: University of Regensburg (CHEMICAL, 2011) BSc: Middle East Technical University (Chemistry, 2009) Dr. Canbek's research focuses on nanostructured materials , particularly gold nanorods and silver nanowires for biomedical and communication applications. Her work explores surface plasmon resonance , non-enzymatic glucose sensing , and microfluidic platforms for molecular communication systems. Recent publications highlight her interdisciplinary work combining materials science , bioengineering , and communication technologies . Key research themes include nanoparticle synthesis , field interactions in nanowires , and biodegradable sensor systems for plant monitoring. Dr. Canbek has supervised multiple MSc theses and contributed to projects related to nanomaterials for photothermal therapy and carbon capture , including a TÜBITAK 1004 project as principal investigator.

Gülnur Tarhanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiology
• Tuberculosis Research
• Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gülnur Tarhan is a Professor at Adiyaman University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Basic Medical Sciences. With a distinguished career spanning multiple decades, she has established herself as a leading expert in microbiology and tuberculosis research in Turkey. Her research interests focus on microbiology , particularly tuberculosis and drug resistance mechanisms . She has conducted extensive work on molecular typing methods for Mycobacterium tuberculosis, diagnostic techniques for infectious diseases, and nontuberculous mycobacteria. Her laboratory research integrates molecular biology techniques with clinical applications to improve tuberculosis diagnosis and treatment. Professor Tarhan has published numerous articles in the last five years, with research spanning molecular epidemiology of tuberculosis across different regions of Turkey, drug susceptibility testing methods, and identification of resistance mechanisms. Her work has practical implications for public health and clinical practice in infectious disease management. As an educator, she teaches Pharmacology, Microbiology and Parasitology, Immunology, and Medical Microbiology across various levels of medical education. Her commitment to education extends to authoring and translating important microbiology textbooks that serve Turkish medical students and professionals. Professor Tarhan has collaborated with national institutions including the Ministry of Health and Refik Saydam Hygiene Center, as well as international partners through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Infectious Disease Control Project. Her work bridges laboratory research, clinical practice, and public health policy in infectious disease control.