About
I am a physician and Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) in the Department of Chemical, Biochemical, and Environmental Engineering and the Center for Advanced Sensor Technology (CAST). My research focuses on translational biomedical approaches to improve diagnostic technologies and analytical methods for early disease detection and monitoring.I received my Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Altinbas University in Istanbul, Turkey. My clinical training fostered a strong interest in preventive medicine and early disease detection, which continues to guide my interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medicine, analytical science, and biomedical engineering.
At UMBC, I work with Professor Douglas D. Frey on analytical methods to improve the detection of chronic diseases. As part of an ATIP-supported research project, I am developing improved approaches for detecting diabetes in patients with hemoglobin variants using chromatofocusing and related separation techniques. A manuscript describing this work is currently in preparation.
I am also involved in interdisciplinary projects at CAST under the mentorship of Dr. Rao, including the development of sensor-based technologies for physiological monitoring, such as CO₂ sensing for respiratory monitoring. In addition, I contribute to research focused on developing portable screening technologies for early breast cancer detection.
In April 2026, I will present our ATIP-supported research project at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. In this study, we utilize machine learning techniques to juxtapose our analytical findings with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data from the same patients, thereby assessing the accuracy and clinical significance of our methodology.
Alongside my research activities, I am preparing for medical licensure in the United States and will begin pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. My long-term goal is to integrate clinical medicine, biomedical innovation, and public health approaches to advance early disease detection and preventive healthcare
Research interests
My research focuses on improving diagnostic accuracy and advancing early disease detection through the integration of biomedical engineering, analytical chemistry, and clinical medicine. A primary area of interest is the development of more reliable methods for assessing glycemic control in patients with hemoglobin variants and hematologic disorders. This work involves the use of chromatographic techniques, including high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and chromatofocusing, to address limitations of conventional HbA1c measurements and to better align laboratory biomarkers with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data.In parallel, I am engaged in the development of low-cost, non-invasive technologies for early detection of breast abnormalities, including wearable or handheld sensor systems designed to identify variations in tissue mechanical properties. This work aims to improve accessibility to early screening tools, particularly in resource-limited settings.
More broadly, my interests lie in translational research that bridges engineering innovation with clinical application, with an emphasis on chronic disease prevention, early detection, and health equity. I am particularly interested in combining experimental methods with data-driven approaches to enhance diagnostic precision and support personalized medicine.
Education
- Other — Altinbas University (2020)