Milad Rahimzadegan | Tissue Engineering | Young Scientist Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Milad Rahimzadegan | Tissue Engineering | Young Scientist Award

 

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Professional Profile šŸŒŸ

Highly accomplished research scientist with over 10 years of academic and industrial expertise in translational in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo pharmacology and toxicology. I possess a strong background in developing neurodegeneration and cognitive disorders, spinal cord injury, tissue engineering, drug delivery and their impacts on the central nervous system. A proven history of driving innovation through research, developing new technologies, and securing funding. Passionate about continuing to make a significant impact on the fields of cognitive neuroscience and biomedical engineering.

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Education šŸŽ“

PhD in Pharmacy-Toxicology and Pharmacology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran (2016 – 2021). Thesis title: Evaluation of Rolipram cytotoxicity after electrical stimulation to differentiate neural stem cells toward neuron-like cells in a conductive scaffold. M.Sc. in Medical Toxicology, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran (2012 – 2015). Thesis title: Evaluation of short term and long-term effect of single and repeated dose administration of scopolamine on memory impairment, oxidative stress and acetylcholinesterase activity in rat hippocampus. B.A. in Plant Medicine, University of Tehran, Iran (2008 – 2012).

Skills and Expertise šŸ§ šŸ’”

  • Neuropharmacology
  • Toxicology
  • Tissue Engineering
  • Drug Delivery
  • CNS Impact Studies
  • Research Innovation

Career Summary šŸš€

2022 ā€“ Present: Assistant Professor, Functional Neurosurgery Research Center, Key Responsibilities: Mentoring, Investigation of SARS-CoV-2 impacts on the brain, Evaluation of PLGA-based drug delivery, Bioinformatics analysis of GPR116 expression in cancers, Clinical evaluations of drugs for CNS tumors, Managing cellular and molecular laboratory, Financial support for student projects, Scientific workshops and webinars. 2019 – 2022: Research Scientist, Neuropharmacology & Neurotoxicology Department, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Key Responsibilities:, Evaluation of nano-aptasensors for early diagnosis of myocardial infarction, Utilizing nano-biomedicals for detecting AMI markers, Investigating graphene-based biosensing for Alzheimer’s biomarkers detection 2018-2021: Research Assistant, Tehran University of Medical Sciences Projects Title:, Decreasing Valproic acid hepatotoxicity by Silymarin, Synthesis and evaluation of Piroxicam derivative as a chelator, Neuroprotective effects of lipopolysaccharide and Naltrexone co-preconditioning, Memory impairment and oxidative stress evaluation following scopolamine, Computational biology, Stem Cells Culture, PCR (and real-time PCR), Western blot, Gene expression analysis, SCI modeling, Animal handling and treating, Electrospinning and microfluidics, Immunocyto/histochemistry (ICC and IHC), Toxicity tests (MTT, Trypan blue) HPLC and GC methods, Scientific writing, Statistical modeling (SPSS, GraphPad prism), Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Language: English (B2), Turkish, Persian (native)

Teaching and Lecturer Experiences šŸŽ“

Visiting Lecturer, International Campus of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2022-Present. Teacher Assistant, International Campus of Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2020. Teacher Assistant, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2017-2021.

Honors & Awards šŸ†

First Rank student in Toxicology and Pharmacology in Tehran University of Medical Sciences, 2021. Rank 2 in the specialized Pharmacy-Toxicology and Pharmacology board exam, 2018. Rank 1 of the specialized PhD entrance exam in Pharmacy-Toxicology and Pharmacology, Iran, 2016. Member of Iran’s National Elites Foundation, 2018. Health Expert and show in Aparat.com media in the International Student Identity Card (ISIC), 2017.

 

Contribution to Research šŸ“–

Journal Reviewer: Life Sciences Journal, PLOS ONE, Interventional Pain Medicine and Neuromodulation, International Clinical Neuroscience Journal. Member of Editorial Board: Interventional Pain Medicine And Neuromodulation, International Clinical Neuroscience Journal. Memberships: The International Brain Research Organization (IBRO), Member of the Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN) office, Iranian Neuroscience Society, Boards of scientific council (BSCs) member in Functional Neurosurgery Research Centre

 

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

Comparison of memory impairment and oxidative stress following single or repeated doses administration of scopolamine in rat hippocampus

The recent advancement in the chitosan hybrid-based scaffolds for cardiac regeneration after myocardial infarction

Ashiwin Vadiveloo | Algal Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

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Ā Dr. Ashiwin Vadiveloo | Algal Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

šŸŒŸProfile Summary

šŸŒæ Dr. Ashiwin Vadiveloo is a distinguished scientist and educator, specializing in marine biology and environmental biotechnology. Currently based in Murdoch, Western Australia, he serves as a Post-Doctoral Research Scientist and Lecturer at Murdoch University, actively contributing to the Algae R&D Centre.

šŸ”¬ Driven by a passion for sustainable solutions, his research focuses on microalgae cultivation for wastewater treatment and bioenergy generation. His innovative work has garnered international recognition, earning him prestigious awards, including the 2022 Australia Science and Innovation Awards.

 

šŸŒProfessional Profiles

Ā  Objective

Dedicated and passionate scientist with proven academic excellence. Known for conscientious and detail-oriented approach. Thrives as a team player and independently, with strong communication and teaching skills. Actively seeking a position to contribute expertise in marine biology and sciences.

Ā Key Skills

Research Expertise: Cultivation of algae, environmental and marine biotechnology. Scientific Proficiency: Extensive background in biotechnology research. Communication Skills: Scientific writing, editing, speaking, and presentations. Collaboration Skills: Success in teamwork and stakeholder engagement. Project Management: Leadership, mentoring, and project guidance. Science Communication: Translating complex concepts for diverse audiences. Stakeholder Engagement: Influence at senior management levels. Diverse Skill Set: Independent learning, precision in writing, and data analysis.

 

Ā Work Experience

Lecturer and Post-Doctoral Research Scientist – Murdoch University

  • Full-time since 2017 at Algae R&D Centre.
  • Deputy Director, actively involved in diverse algae projects.
  • Full-time Lecturer since 2021, teaching Marine Botany, Aquaculture, and Environmental Science.

Adjunct Lecturer – AIMST University, Malaysia

  • Engaged in teaching, research, and promotional duties since 2020.

Research Technician, Substitute Lecturer, Lab Demonstrator – Murdoch University

  • Served 2014ā€“2020 at Algae R&D Center.
  • Contributed to microalgae projects and international initiatives.
  • Lab Demonstrator, Substitute Lecturer, and Tutorial Teacher.

Ā Qualification

PhD in Research – Murdoch University, Australia (2013-2017), Enhanced microalgae growth using spectrally selective photovoltaic devices. BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology – AIMST University, Malaysia (2009-2012) CGPA 3.65 out of 4.00.

Research Impact

Applied Phycologist: Focus on microalgae for wastewater treatment and bioenergy. PhD Research: Optimized light wavelengths for microalgae growth, leading to high-impact publications. Innovative Contributions: Designed sustainable microalgae-based biofuel production system. Recognition: Forbes ‘Top 30 Under 30 Asia-Pacific’ in Healthcare & Science.

Ā Research Achievements

ASPIRE Awards 2023: Winner for algae-based water treatment. Forbes Top 30 Under 30: Recognized in 2020. BP Advancing Energy Scholarship 2019: Acknowledged for building carbon-neutral futures.

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

  1. “Nitrogen dynamics and biological processes in soil amended with microalgae grown in abattoir digestate to recover nutrients.”
    • Shayesteh, H., Jenkins, S.N., Moheimani, N.R., Bolan, N., BĆ¼hlmann, C.H., Gurung, S.K., Vadiveloo, A., Bahri, P.A., Mickan, B.S. (2023)
    • Journal of Environmental Management, 344, 118467.
    • (Q1, SJR: 1.48, Impact factor: 8.91)
  2. “Understanding photochemical adaptations of microalgal ammonium extremophiles to elevated ammonium concentrations in abattoir anaerobic digestate.”
    • Nwoba, E.G., Vadiveloo, A., Bahri, P.B., McKirdy, S.J., Moheimani, N.R. (2023)
    • Algal Research, 103272.
    • (Q1, SJR: 1.04, Impact Factor: 4.401)
  3. “Performance of a biocrust cyanobacteria-indigenous bacteria (BCIB) co-culture system for nutrient capture and transfer in municipal wastewater.”
    • Wu, L., Quan, L., Deng, Z., Vadiveloo, A., Cheng, Y., Yang, L., Zhang, Z., Saber, A.A., Lan, S. (2023)
    • Science of The Total Environment, 888, 164236.
    • (Q1, SJR: 1.04, Impact factor: 10.75)
  4. “Integrated culture and harvest systems for improved microalgal biomass production and wastewater treatment.”
    • Huang, K.-X., Vadiveloo, A., Zhou, J.-L., Yang, L., Chen, D.-Z., Gao, F. (2023)
    • Bioresource Technology, 128941.
    • (Q1, SJR: 2.35, Impact factor: 11.889)
  5. “Supplementation of exogenous phytohormones for enhancing the removal of sulfamethoxazole and the simultaneous accumulation of lipid by Chlorella vulgaris.”
    • Yang, L., Vadiveloo, A., Chen, A.-J., Liu, W.-Z., Chen, D.-Z., Gao, F. (2023)
    • Bioresource Technology, 129002.
    • (Q1, SJR: 2.35, Impact factor: 11.889)
  6. “Culture depth effect on Scenedesmus sp. growth, photo-physiology and nutrient removal rate in anaerobically digested abattoir effluent.”
    • Shayesteh, H., Raeisossadati, M., Vadiveloo, A., Bahri, P.A., Moheimani, N.R. (2023)
    • Journal of Applied Phycology, 1-14.
    • (Q1, SJR: 0.6, Impact factor: 3.834)
  7. “Efficient coupling of sulfadiazine removal with microalgae lipid production in a membrane photobioreactor.”
    • Gao, F., Zhou, J.-L., Zhang, Y.-R., Vadiveloo, A., Chen, Q.-G., Liu, J.-Z., Yang, Q., Ge, Y.-M. (2023)
    • Chemosphere, 137880.
    • (Q1, SJR: 1.51, Impact factor: 8.943)
  8. “Long term outdoor microalgal phycoremediation of anaerobically digested abattoir effluent.”
    • Shayesteh, H., Vadiveloo, A., Bahri, P.A., Moheimani, N.R. (2022)
    • Journal of Environmental Management, 323, 116322.
    • (Q1, SJR: 1.48, Impact factor: 8.91)
  9. “Roles, mechanism of action, and potential applications of sulfur-oxidizing bacteria for environmental bioremediation.”
    • Nguyen, P.M., Do, P.T., Pham, Y.B., Doan, T.O., Nguyen, X.C., Kul, L.W., Nguyen, D.D., Vadiveloo, A., Um, M.-J., Ngo, H.H. (2022)
    • Science of The Total Environment, 158203.
    • (Q1, SJR: 1.04, Impact factor: 10.75)
  10. “Temperature regulation schemes for improving biomass productivity and nutrient removal rate in outdoor raceway ponds.”
    • Isiramen, O.E., Bahri, P.A., Moheimani, N.R., Vadiveloo, A., Shayesteh, H., Parlevliet, D.A. (2022)
    • Bioresource Technology Reports, 19, 101147.

Sadegh Babashah | Molecular Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Ā Dr. Sadegh Babashah | Molecular Medicine | Young Scientist Award

šŸŒŸProfile Summary

šŸŒ šŸ”¬ Dr. Yonca YĆ¼zĆ¼gĆ¼llĆ¼ Karakuş, an Assistant Professor at Kocaeli University, is a dedicated researcher in Microbial Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Structural Biology. With a Ph.D. from the Middle East Technical University, her academic journey includes impactful research stints at the University of Leeds. As the Deputy Head of the Biology Department, she plays a crucial role in academia. Recognized with honors like the RCSB PDB Poster Prize and Kocaeli University Encouragement Award, she fosters the next generation of scientists through her supervision of Ph.D. and Master students. šŸŒ±šŸ§¬

šŸŒ Professional Profiles

 

Education šŸ“š

Ph.D., Molecular Genetics Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran Sep 23, 2009 – Jan 19, 2013 Thesis: Investigation of the effects of miR-326 overexpression on Hedgehog signaling pathway activation and induction of apoptosis in chronic myeloid leukemia CD34+ stem cells. M.Sc., Cell and Molecular Biology Science and research branch, Azad University, Tehran, Iran Sep 23, 2006 – Jun 27, 2009.B.Sc., Marine Biology University of Guilan, Guilan, Iran Sep 23, 2001 – Feb 19, 2006.

Research Training šŸ§Ŗ

Associate Research Scholar, Senior Scientist Tarbiat Modares University, Iran 2014 ā€“ 2018 Investigating the microRNA-mRNA regulatory network in human cancers Studying the roles of stem cell-derived exosomes in the regulation of the tumor microenvironment Studying the therapeutic effects of Curcumin on human cancers and malignancies Postdoc Research Fellow University of Michigan, MI, USA 2023 ā€“ present

Academic Appointments šŸ‘©ā€šŸ«

Associate Professor Department of Molecular Genetics, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran 2022 ā€“ present. Assistant Professor Department of Molecular Genetics, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran 2018 ā€“ 2022.

Research Interests šŸ§¬

Studying the contribution of tumor microenvironment components to cancer progression Investigating the role of regulatory RNAs in cancer biology and characterizing the significance of extracellular RNAs in the tumor microenvironment Understanding the functional roles of exosomes in regulating tumorigenesis and progression Investigating the ability of non-coding RNAs as diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers in cancer Developing novel cancer stem cell-directed treatments, reducing therapy resistance

Part-Time Activity as Teacher and/or Supervisor šŸ“

Azad University of Pishva (2012-2013) Azad University of Pharmaceutical Sciences Branch (2013-2019) Azad University of Medical Branch (2018-2019) Azad University, Science and Research Branch (2020-2022) Azad University, Tehran North Branch (2021-2022)

Awards and Honors šŸ†

  • The countryā€™s leading young researcher in the field of Biology, Abu-Reihan Award, 2021, Academy of Sciences of Iran
  • International prize winner of the 15th Khwarizmi International Youth Award, December 2013, Tehran, Iran

Teaching Experience šŸ“–

Courses Taught:

  • Molecular Genetics for MSc students
  • Immunogenetics for MSc students
  • Bioinformatics for MSc students
  • Practical cell culture for MSc students
  • Special topics in Genetics for Ph.D. students
  • Cellular and molecular biology for Ph.D. students

Conference Presentations šŸŒ

  • More than 60 abstracts and 20 oral presentations in national and international conferences

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

  1. Colorectal cancer-secreted exosomal circ_001422
    • Journal: J Cancer Res Clin Oncol, 2023
    • Summary: Investigates the role of exosomal circ_001422 in regulating KDR expression and activating mTOR signaling in endothelial cells by targeting miR-195-5p.
  2. The Promising Role of Non-Coding RNAs for Leukemia
    • Journal: Genes (Basel), 2023
    • Summary: Highlights the potential of non-coding RNAs as biomarkers and therapeutic targets for leukemia.
  3. Characterization and Comparison of Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Derived Exosome Isolation Methods
    • Journal: Arch Razi Inst, 2022
    • Summary: Compares methods for isolating exosomes from mesenchymal stem cells.
  4. Circulating exosomal microRNAs as Prognostic Biomarkers in Gastrointestinal Cancers
    • Journal: Cancer Cell Int, 2023
    • Summary: Systematic review and meta-analysis on exosomal microRNAs as potential prognostic biomarkers in gastrointestinal cancers.
  5. Notch Signaling Pathway in Breast Cancer
    • Journal: BMC Cancer, 2022
    • Summary: Comprehensive analysis of the Notch signaling pathway as a prognostic and gene expression profile in breast cancer.
  6. Monocytes Educated by Cancer-Associated Fibroblasts
    • Journal: J Translational Medicine, 2022
    • Summary: Explores the role of monocytes educated by cancer-associated fibroblasts in breast cancer.
  7. The Role of CircRNA/miRNA/mRNA Axis in Breast Cancer Drug Resistance
    • Journal: Front Oncol, 2022
    • Summary: Reviews the role of CircRNA/miRNA/mRNA axis in breast cancer drug resistance.
  8. Circular RNAs in Regulatory Networks of Cell Signaling Pathways in Human Cancers
    • Journal: Life Sci, 2022
    • Summary: Explores the roles of circular RNAs in regulatory networks of cell signaling pathways in human cancers.
  9. A Critical Review on Induced Totipotent Stem Cells
    • Journal: Stem Cell Res, 2022
    • Summary: Provides a critical review of induced totipotent stem cells, discussing types and methods.
  10. Strategies to Overcome the Side Effects of CAR T Cell Therapy
    • Journal: Ann N Y Acad Sci, 2022
    • Summary: Discusses strategies to overcome the side effects of chimeric antigen receptor T cell therapy

Yonca Yuzugullu | Agricultural Microbiology | Editorial Board Member

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Ā Dr. Yonca Yuzugullu | Agricultural Microbiology |Editorial Board Member

šŸŒŸProfile Summary

šŸŒæ As an Assistant Professor at the International Institute of Veterinary Education and Research, Dr. [Your Name] is dedicated to creating a dynamic and enriching learning environment. Holding a Ph.D. in Microbiology from CCS HAU, Hisar, Haryana, with an impressive academic background, including a Master’s from Jaipur National University, Dr. [Your Name] has consistently demonstrated a passion for research. Notably, the Ph.D. thesis focused on the “Impact of municipal solid waste on soil microbiological properties and wheat growth.” This showcases a commitment to understanding the intricate connections between environmental factors and agricultural outcomes. šŸ“ššŸ”¬

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šŸš€ Career Objective:

To work in a learning and challenging environment, utilizing my skills and knowledge to the best of my abilities and contribute positively to my personal growth as well as the growth of the organization.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ«Ā Current Job

Position: Assistant Professor Since: 4th Feb 2019 Department: Microbiology Institution: International Institute Of Veterinary Education and Research, Bahuakbarpur, Rohtak, Haryana. Additional Charge: Administration Head.

šŸ“š Ā Academic Profile

B.Sc. (Botany Hons): Delhi University, 2010 Subjects: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry Percentage: 57.20,Ā  M.Sc. (Microbiology): Jaipur National University, Jaipur, 2012 Subject: Microbiology Percentage: 63.54, Ph.D. (Microbiology): CCS HAU, Hisar, Haryana, 2018 Subject: Microbiology Percentage: 78.80.

šŸ† Ā Academic Achievement

  • Qualified ICAR NET 2015 (68.2%)

šŸ”¬ Research Experience

MSc. Dissertation: “Production of bioethanol by Kluyveromyces marxianus using whey media and its estimation.” Ph.D. thesis: “Impact of municipal solid waste on soil microbiological properties and wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) growth.”

šŸ… Awards

Best paper award at 19th International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture, Environment, and Forestry (London, 2017) Best poster award at InterDrought-V Conference (Hyderabad, 2017)

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Ā Trainings and Workshops

  • Completed a 4-Week Induction/Orientation Programme for ā€œFaculty in Universities/Colleges/Institutes of Higher Educationā€ (June – July 2021)

šŸ”¬Ā Technical Skills

  • DNA isolation, RNA isolation, Quantification, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, PAGE, Spectrophotometer, Plasmid Isolation, Microscopy, Fermentation techniques, etc.

šŸŽ“ACTIVITIES Extra Curricular

Active participant and organizer of various collegiate events. 1st prize in National youth parliament as a speaker. Participant in “India International Science festival” and “Inter Drought-V conference.”

 

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

  1. Title: Influence of urban sewage sludge amendment on agricultural soil parameters.
    • Journal: Environmental Technology & Innovation
    • Year: 2021
    • Impact Factor: 5.236
  2. Title: Soil microbial properties and functional diversity in response to sewage sludge amendments.
    • Journal: Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science
    • Year: 2020
    • Impact Factor: 2.85
  3. Title: Optimization of the fermentation conditions for ethanol production by Kluyveromyces marxianus HM36338 using response surface methodology.
    • Journal: Indian Journal of Experimental Biology
    • Year: 2019
    • Impact Factor: 0.818
  4. Title: Importance of Legumes and Role of Sulphur Oxidizing Bacteria for Their Production: A Review.
    • Journal: Legume Research
    • Year: 2020
    • Impact Factor: 0.531
  5. Title: Symbiotic Signaling: Insights from Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Symbiosis.
    • Book Chapter: Plant Microbe Symbiosis
    • Year: 2020
  6. Title: Impact of Long Term Application of Municipal Solid Waste on Physicochemical and Microbial Parameters and Heavy Metal Distribution in Soils in Accordance to Its Agricultural Uses.
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological, Biomolecular, Agricultural, Food and Biotechnological Engineering
    • Year: 2017
  7. Title: Qualitative Analysis of Lignocellulolytic Enzymes Produced by Emericella sp strain HST9 under Diverse Culture Conditions.
    • Journal: Journal of Environmental Biology
    • Year: 2020
    • Impact Factor: 0.781
  8. Title: Sulphur oxidizing Bacteria: an important tool for plant growth promotions.
    • Book Chapter: Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria: Role in Soil Fertility and Nutrient Uptake by Plants (Invited publication, in process)
  9. Title: Different applications of sulphur oxidizing bacteria: A Review.
    • Journal: Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. App. Sci.
    • Year: 2019
  10. Title: Assessment of the potential of promising fungal isolates for Lignocellulosic biomass utilization under controlled conditions.
    • Journal: The Pharma Innovation Journal
    • Year: 2018
  11. Title: Optimization of Physical and Nutritional Factors for Enhanced Production of Lignocellulolytic Enzymes by Aspergillus terreus FJAT-31011 under Submerged Conditions.
    • Journal: Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci.
    • Year: 2018

 

Yonca Yuzugullu | Structural Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Ā Dr. Yonca Yuzugullu | Structural Biology | Young Scientist Award

šŸŒŸProfile Summary

šŸŒ šŸ”¬ Dr. Yonca YĆ¼zĆ¼gĆ¼llĆ¼ Karakuş, an Assistant Professor at Kocaeli University, is a dedicated researcher in Microbial Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Structural Biology. With a Ph.D. from the Middle East Technical University, her academic journey includes impactful research stints at the University of Leeds. As the Deputy Head of the Biology Department, she plays a crucial role in academia. Recognized with honors like the RCSB PDB Poster Prize and Kocaeli University Encouragement Award, she fosters the next generation of scientists through her supervision of Ph.D. and Master students. šŸŒ±šŸ§¬

šŸŒ Professional Profiles

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ Research Interests

Microbial biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Structural Biology

šŸŽ“ Education

  • B.S. Ankara University (Biology) 2002
  • Ph.D. Middle East Technical University (Biotechnology) 2010

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Career/Academic Appointments

2002-2010: Research Assistant, Biotechnology Department, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, TR 2008-2009: Visiting Researcher, Faculty of Biological Sciences, School of Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK 2010-2013: Research Assistant, Biology Department, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, TR 2011-2012: Visiting Researcher, Faculty of Biological Sciences, School of Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK 2013-present: Assistant Professor, Biology Department, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, TR

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ’¼ Administrative Positions

  • 2006-present: Deputy Head of Department, Biology Department, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, TR

šŸ† Professional Honors & Recognition

  • International/National/Regional:
    • 2009: RCSB PDB Poster Prize at 25th European Crystallographic Meeting
    • 2012: Poster Award (Third Prize) at British Crystallography Annual Meeting
  • University:
    • 2014: Kocaeli University Encouragement Award for Young Scientists (Biology)

šŸŽ“ Supervision of PhD Students

2020-present: Elif Kale Bakir, 2018-present: Semih Isik, 2017-2024: GĆ¼nce Goc

šŸŽ“ Supervision of Master Students

2022-present: Kaan Solmaz , 2022-present: Ayşe TĆ¼rkmenoğlu, 2022-present: Simge Ƈolak, 2018-2022: Bedirhan ƖztĆ¼rk 2018-2021: Ƈiğdem AkƧay, 2018-2021: Bektore Mansurov, 2017-2019: Gulen Sinem Inci, 2016-2019: Eda Baykal Sarı 2016-2019: Ceren Aggez, 2016-2019: Binnur Yıldırım, 2015-2018: Semih Isik, 2015-2018: Gunce Goc, 2014-2016: Arzu Sertel 2014-2016: Sinem Balcı

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

  1. šŸ§Ŗ Investigation of how gate residues in the main channel affect the catalytic activity of Scytalidium thermophilum catalase.
    • Authors: Yuzugullu Karakus, Y., Goc, G., Zengin Karatas, M., Balci Unver, S., Yorke, B. A., & Pearson, A. R.
    • Journal: Acta Crystallographica Section D: Structural Biology (2024)
  2. šŸ”¬ Thermostable alkaline protease from Scytalidium thermophilum: production, purification, and biochemical characterization.
    • Authors: Yuzugullu Karakus, Y., Inci, G. S., Kale Bakir, E., & Mansurov, B.
    • Journal: Biocatalysis and Biotransformation, 41(5), 380-394 (2023)
  3. šŸŒ± Production, purification, and characterization of catalase from Aspergillus fumigatus.
    • Authors: Aggez, A., Yuzugullu Karakus, Y.
    • Journal: Open Access Journal of Microbiology & Biotechnology, 7(4), 1-9 (2022)
  4. šŸ‘ Application of aqueous two-phase system to the purification of persimmon polyphenol oxidase.
    • Authors: Kale, E., Yuzugullu Karakus, Y.
    • Journal: Open Access Journal of Microbiology & Biotechnology, 7(3), 1-7 (2022)
  5. šŸŒæ Partial purification and characterization of polyphenol oxidase enzyme from common-morning glory (Ipomoea purpurea).
    • Authors: Mansurov, B., Kale, E., Acemi, A., & Karakuş, Y. Y.
    • Journal: Journal of Agriculture and Nature, 25(Additional issue 1), 22-32 (2022)
  6. šŸŒ° Characterization of polyphenol oxidase from fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.) seeds as a promising source.
    • Authors: Karakus, Y. Y., Yildirim, B., & Acemi, A.
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 170, 261-271 (2021)
  7. šŸ§Ŗ Probing the role of Val228 on the catalytic activity of Scytalidium catalase.
    • Authors: Goc, G., Balci, S., Yorke, B. A., Pearson, A. R., & Karakus, Y. Y.
    • Journal: Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA)-Proteins and Proteomics, 1869(8), 140662 (2021)
  8. šŸ“˜ Typical catalases: function and structure.
    • Author: Karakus, Y. Y.
    • Book: In “Glutathione system and oxidative stress in health and disease” (pp. 1-16). London, UK: IntechOpen (2020)
  9. šŸŒæ Application of three-phase partitioning to the purification and characterization of polyphenol oxidase from antioxidant rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.).
    • Authors: Karakus, Y. Y., Kahveci, B., Acemi, A., & Kocak, G.
    • Journal: International Journal of Food Engineering, 16(11) (2020)
  10. šŸ§« Partial characterization of Bacillus pumilus catalase partitioned in poly(ethylene glycol)/sodium sulfate aqueous two-phase systems.
    • Authors: Yuzugullu Karakus Y, Isik S
    • Journal: Preparative Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 49:4, 391āˆ’399 (2019)