Dr. Kamil Seyrek, Mindeltal-Schulen, Germany
Dr. Kamil Seyrek is a distinguished scientist specializing in Translational Inflammation Research at the Institute of Experimental Internal Medicine within the Medical Faculty of Otto von Guericke University in Magdeburg, Germany. In Orhaneli, Bursa, Turkey, he completed his veterinary studies at the University of Ankara in 1993, later earning his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with a focus on biochemistry from Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich. Fluent in Turkish, English, and German, Dr. Seyrek has built an impressive academic and professional career spanning veterinary and medical biochemistry. His academic journey includes significant appointments, such as Professor in the Medical Biochemistry Department at Balıkesir University, Turkey, where he also served as the founding Dean of the Veterinary Medicine Faculty. Dr. Seyrek’s research expertise includes cancer biology, autoimmune diseases, and glycosylation profiles in cellular death receptors. Over the years, he has led 14 research projects, supervised numerous students, and published 73 scientific papers, achieving an h-index of 28. His research projects, many of which received prestigious funding from organizations like the Volkswagen Foundation, have made notable contributions to understanding disease mechanisms and advancing potential treatments.
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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award 🌍
Dr. Kamil Seyrek is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on his extensive academic and professional accomplishments. He has over 73 publications and has managed 14 research projects, indicating a consistent and significant contribution to his field. His research spans vital areas such as cancer, autoimmune diseases, veterinary and medical biochemistry, and apoptosis, with notable projects funded by prestigious foundations like the Volkswagen Foundation and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation.
Education 📚
- 1988-1993 – Veterinary Medicine, University of Ankara, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Turkey
- 1995-1999 – DVM, University of Ludwig-Maximilians, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Biochemistry, Germany
Work Experience 💼
- 04.2018 – Present – Scientific Staff, Translational Inflammation Research, Institute of Experimental Internal Medicine, Medical Faculty, Otto von Guericke University, Magdeburg, Germany
- 2011-2016 – Professor, Medical Faculty, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Balıkesir University, Turkey
- 2011-2014 – Founding Dean, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Balıkesir University, Turkey
- 2010-2011 – Associate Professor, Medical Faculty, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Balıkesir University, Turkey
- 2005-2010 – Associate Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Adnan Menderes University, Aydin, Turkey
- 2006-2010 – Member of Accreditation Committee for Education, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Adnan Menderes University
- 2005-2008 – Erasmus Coordinator, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Adnan Menderes University
- 2001-2005 – Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Adnan Menderes University, Turkey
- 2000-2001 – Research Assistant, Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Adnan Menderes University, Turkey
Awards and Recognition 🏆
- Outstanding Contribution to Veterinary Medicine – Awarded by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Ankara, 1993, upon completion of Veterinary Medicine studies.
- Scientific Achievement Award – Granted by the Turkish Biochemistry Society, 2012, for advancements in biochemistry and glycosylation research.
- Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship – Awarded by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation for research in glycosylation and cell-death receptors in cancer treatment, 2020.
- Innovation in Translational Research Award – Recognized by the Volkswagen Foundation for contributions to cancer research and autoimmunity studies, 2024.
- Excellence in Mentorship – Honored by Balikesir University for supervising five successful graduate research projects in medical biochemistry, 2015.
Research Skills 🔬
- Glycosylation Analysis – Expertise in profiling glycan structures in cancer and immune response pathways.
- Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry – Skilled in studying molecular pathways, particularly apoptosis mechanisms and death receptor pathways in oncology.
- Cell Culture and Gene Silencing – Proficient in culturing cancer cell lines, performing gene knockdown studies, and examining gene effects on cancer cell survival.
- Analytical Biochemistry Techniques – Experienced with various techniques including Western blotting, PCR, flow cytometry, and immunohistochemistry for protein expression and localization.
- Project Management in Scientific Research – Successfully managed large-scale research grants, ensuring project deliverables and coordinating with international research teams.