I am a researcher specializing in horticultural crops, plant breeding, plant stress physiology, and epigenetic regulation, with a strong focus on abiotic stress adaptation and epigenetic memory in plants. My research integrates next-generation sequencing (NGS) approaches with physiological and breeding methodologies to understand how plants respond to environmental stress and how stress-induced regulatory mechanisms may contribute to resilience and adaptation.

My research activities are based in Central Anatolia, a semi-arid region that is increasingly affected by drought, heat stress, and climate variability, making it highly relevant to the objectives of Agroecology related to genetic diversity for climate-resilient and sustainable agriculture. Notably, the country represents the second center of genetic diversity for melon, and I also had an extensive and well-characterized Cucurbitaceae germplasm collection, including landraces and locally adapted populations. This unique genetic and environmental context provides an excellent platform for studying natural variation, stress tolerance, and epigenetic regulation under realistic field conditions.
I am seeking to join a research consortium addressing topics related to abiotic stress tolerance, climate adaptation, and epigenetic mechanisms in crops, with a particular emphasis on Cucurbitaceae species.
Within a consortium, I can contribute unique genetic resources, field-based stress environments representative of semi-arid systems, and expertise in plant breeding and stress physiology, while actively collaborating with partners specializing in epigenomics, bioinformatics, and advanced molecular technologies. I am highly motivated to participate in interdisciplinary and international Agroecology projects that translate fundamental epigenetic insights into practical breeding solutions for climate-resilient horticultural production.

Necmettin Erbakan University is a public university located in Konya, Türkiye, established in 2010. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as agriculture, engineering, natural sciences, health sciences, social sciences, and education, with a strong focus on research, innovation, and international collaboration. Its location in Central Anatolia, a region characterized by semi-arid conditions, provides a strategic advantage for research related to sustainable agriculture and climate resilience.

The Ereğli Faculty of Agriculture, one of the key academic units of Necmettin Erbakan University, focuses on plant production, plant breeding, soil and water management, and agricultural biotechnology. The faculty is particularly active in research on abiotic stress tolerance, genetic resources, and crop adaptation, benefiting from proximity to diverse agro-ecological environments and rich local germplasm. Through education and research, the faculty contributes to the development of sustainable and resilient agricultural systems at both regional and international levels.