- Drug Discovery
- Immunology
- Signal Transduction
- +۳ مورد دیگر
Prof. Dr. Belkıs Atasever Arslan is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Üsküdar University , where she has served since 2012. She holds an Adjunct Associate Professor position at the University of Illinois at Chicago (since 2019) and leads the Molecular Biotechnology Research Group . With a Doctorate in Physiology (Istanbul University, 2008), her career includes postdoctoral work at Sabancı University (2009-2012) and leadership roles as Department Head since 2019. 2001: B.Sc. in Biology, Istanbul University 2004: M.Sc. in Physiology, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2008: Ph.D. in Physiology, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Research Interests span Drug Discovery , Immunology , and Signal Transduction , with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's), cancer biology (leukemia, endometrial cancer), and metal toxicity. Her work integrates in vitro models , computational biology , and metal-based therapeutics . Recent Publications (2025-2020) emphasize metal complexes for antiviral/anticancer applications, neuroprotective natural compounds (sesamol, Hypericum), and genetic biomarkers in neurodegeneration. Key journals include Journal of Molecular Structure , Toxicology Reports , and Pharmacognosy Magazine . Scientific Awards include the TÜBA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2009), TÜBİTAK Scholarships , and European Patents . She has supervised 5+ graduate theses and participates in international conferences (e.g., Artemis Scientific Research Congress, ICSTR Rome). Administrative Roles include Department Head (2019-present), Academic Committee Membership , and leadership in Erasmus Coordinations . She teaches Physiology , Signal Transduction , and Immunology courses.





