Group Name:


SAYGIDEGER LAB

Leader:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yasemin SAYGIDEĞER

Keywords:

Translational Pulmonology, Biomarker Discovery,  Targeted therapy, Cancer biology

Description:

Our Mission is to advance molecular diagnostics and precision medicine in lung cancer and chronic lung diseases through innovative research. We aim to discover efficient biomarkers and novel therapeutic targets by investigating metal-based molecules, natural products, and exosomal non-coding RNAs. Through proteomic approaches and molecular docking, we strive to bridge laboratory discoveries with clinical applications for improved patient diagnosis and treatment via interdisciplinary and international collaborations.

Opportunities:

We have positions for Master’s and PhD students. 

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Group Name:

YILMAZ LAB

Leader:

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Bertan YILMAZ

Keywords:

Cancer Biology,  Reproductive Health, Regeneration

Description:

Our research mission is to investigate molecular and genetic mechanisms at the cellular, tissue, and organismal levels through an integrated approach, with the aim of developing measurable biomarkers and implementable experimental protocols for clinically relevant challenges in reproductive health, cancer biology, and biomaterial-supported regenerative applications. In this context, my work integrates qPCR-based gene expression analyses, molecular mechanistic studies, in vitro cell culture systems, and in vivo experimental models to generate mechanistic insights and translational outputs addressing clinically oriented research questions.

Opportunities:

We have positions for Master’s and PhD students. 

Group Name:

SEZGİN LAB

Leader:

Prof. Dr. Gülay SEZGİN

Keywords:

Stem cell transplantation, GvHD, Childhood cancer, neuroblastoma, obliterative bronchiolitis

Description:

Sezgin Lab is dedicated to advancing safer and more effective stem cell transplantation for children with cancer and life-threatening blood disorders. Led by a pediatric oncologist and transplant physician, the lab focuses on understanding transplant complications, immune recovery, and treatment-related toxicities. By integrating clinical care with translational research, our goal is to translate discoveries at the bedside into improved survival and quality of life for pediatric patients.

Opportunities:

We have positions for master’s and PhD students

Group Name:

AVCI LAB

Leader:

Prof. Mutlu AVCI

Keywords:

Artificial Intellegence

Description:

A brief overview of the research group's mission, current projects, and key achievements. Highlight any unique aspects or interdisciplinary collaborations.

Opportunities:

Information on how students and other researchers can get involved (e.g., research assistant positions, internships, volunteer opportunities).

Group Name:

GÖRÜROĞLU LAB

Leader:

Prof. Dr. Özlem  GÖRÜROĞLU ÖZTÜRK

Keywords:

Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular interactions

Description:

A brief overview of the research group's mission, current projects, and key achievements. Highlight any unique aspects or interdisciplinary collaborations.

Opportunities:

Information on how students and other researchers can get involved (e.g., research assistant positions, internships, volunteer opportunities).

Group Name:

CANDEVİR LAB

Leader:

Prof. Dr. Aslihan CANDEVİR

Keywords:

Translational Infectious Diseases ·

HIV Research · Immunization & Immune Responses 

Description:

Candevir Lab is a translational research group led by Prof. Dr. Aslıhan Candevir, focusing on the integration of clinical infectious disease research with immunology, epidemiology, and real-world data. The lab translates patient-centered clinical questions into evidence that informs clinical practice, infection prevention strategies, and public health policies, with a particular emphasis on HIV, antimicrobial resistance, and healthcare-associated infections.

Opportunities:

The lab offers PhD students opportunities to engage in translational clinical research, multicenter studies, and interdisciplinary collaborations, with close academic mentorship and exposure to national and international research networks.

Group Name:

YAKTUBAY DONDAS LAB

Leader:

Prof. Dr. Naciye YAKTUBAY DÖNDAŞ

Keywords:

Pharmacology, drug discovery

Description:

Our mission is to develop innovative drug R&D strategies aligned with translational medicine and biotechnology by integrating a multidisciplinary approach spanning from medical and molecular pharmacology to behavioral pharmacology, immunopharmacology, and pharmacogenetics, combined with genomic, proteomic, and targeting technologies. We aim to develop innovative approaches for discovering new therapeutic drugs that are targeted and have fewer side effects, using nanocarrier systems (such as exosomes), recombinant DNA technologies and holistic treatment approaches. For this purpose, we try to develop multidisciplinary national and international R&D projects with pharmaceutical industry participation.

Opportunities:

We have positions for Master’s and PhD students.

Group Name:

CANBOLAT LAB

Leader:
Prof. Çetin CANBOLAT

Keywords:

Cardiovasculary diseases, Microfluidics

Description:

A brief overview of the research group's mission, current projects, and key achievements. Highlight any unique aspects or interdisciplinary collaborations.

Opportunities:

Information on how students and other researchers can get involved (e.g., research assistant positions, internships, volunteer opportunities).

Group Name:

AYDIN LAB

Leader: Assoc. Prof. Ahmet AYDIN

Keywords:

Instrumentation, Sensor Technologies, Machine Learning

Description:

The Bioinstrumentation R&D Lab specializes in the development of hardware and software for physiological and environmental monitoring. The lab focuses on electronic hardware design, biosensors interface hardware, medical AI, wearable devices and signal processing. The laboratory serves as a hub for graduate-level research, enabling Master’s and PhD students to bridge the gap between theoretical design and functional prototyping.

The laboratory is fully equipped for end-to-end system development.
Key capabilities include:

Electronic Hardware: Advanced hardware design and production.

Biosensors Interface: Design, simulation, and fabrication of electronic hardware for sensors needed at physiological monitoring.

Prototyping: 3D model design and production for custom device housing and mechanical parts.

Software: Development of specialized software for data collection and machine learning based processing.

Opportunities:

We can provide access to the hardware tools in our laboratory. We have graduate positions and research assistant positions might be available during application. You can contact us for further details about current opportunities and positions.