Prof Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay | Machine Learning Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay, Delaware State University, United States

Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay is a distinguished Professor and Extension Specialist in Natural Resources at Delaware State University, where she also serves as Director of the Environmental Health & Seafood Safety Lab and the Integrative Ph.D. Program in Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences. Her career is marked by significant achievements in diverse fields, including aquaculture, fisheries, water chemistry, and aquatic ecology. Dr. Ozbay is highly regarded for her expertise in program development, grant writing, and student mentorship. She has built and managed several research labs, including the Mariculture Lab and GIS Lab, and has a strong record of collaboration with various institutions and agencies. Dr. Ozbay holds multiple degrees in relevant fields, including a Ph.D. in Fisheries & Allied Aquacultures from Auburn University and an M.Sc. in Food Science & Biotechnology from Delaware State University. Her leadership extends beyond teaching and research to include roles such as Vice President of DSU AAUP and Chair of the DSU Faculty Research Committee. Her commitment to environmental science is evident in her active participation in programs addressing sustainability, climate change, and seafood safety.

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Suitability for the Best Researcher Award

Dr. Gulnihal Ozbay’s extensive career demonstrates exceptional proficiency in various fields related to natural resources, including aquaculture, fisheries, water chemistry, aquatic ecology, climate science, seafood chemistry, and microbiology. His role as a Professor and Extension Specialist, combined with his leadership positions, showcases his strong research background and administrative capabilities.

🎓 Professional Preparation

Ph.D., Fisheries & Allied Aquacultures (Water Quality)
Auburn University, 2002
Ph.D. Credits, Food Science & Technology
Dalhousie University, 1999
M.Sc., Bio-Resource Engineering (Marine Bio-Resources)
University of Maine, 1996
M.Sc., Food Science & Biotechnology
Delaware State University, 2016
B.Sc., Fisheries & Aquaculture Engineering
University of Ondokuzmayis, 1991

🏆 Professional Appointments

Professor & Extension Specialist, Natural Resources
Delaware State University, 2012 – Present
Adjunct Faculty, Food Science & Biotechnology Graduate Program
DSU, 2008 – Present
Adjunct Faculty, Applied Chemistry Graduate Program
DSU, 2018 – Present
Director, Environmental Health & Seafood Safety Lab
DSU, 2009 – Present
Director, Integrative Ph.D. Program in Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (IAFES)
DSU, 2021 – Present
Vice President, DSU AAUP
2021 – Present

📚 Teaching Experience

Environmental Toxicology
DSU, 2020-Present
Climatology
DSU, 2012-Present
Introduction to Environmental Science
DSU, 2011-Present
Special Problems (Sustainability & Climate Change)
DSU, 2004-Present
Graduate Seminar
DSU, 2010

Publication top Notes:

Design and operation of effective landfills with minimal effects on the environment and human health

CITED: 78

A comparison of the macrofaunal communities inhabiting a Crassostrea virginica oyster reef and oyster aquaculture gear in Indian River Bay, Delaware

CITED: 74

Hemocytes are sites of enteric virus persistence within oysters

CITED: 68

Valorization of food loss and wastes: Feedstocks for biofuels and valuable chemicals

CITED:56

An analysis of refractometry as a method of determining blood total protein concentration in the American lobster Homarus americanus (Milne Edwards)

CITED: 53

Antimicrobial activity of vinegar on bacterial species isolated from retails and local channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus). J. food Process Technol, S11-001

CITED: 51

Mr. CHENGYONG JIANG, Fudan university, China

Chengyong Jiang is a promising neurobiology Ph.D. candidate at Fudan University, China, with an outstanding academic record and significant research experience. He earned his Master’s degree in Biotechnology from Minzu University of China, graduating in the top 5% of his class, and is currently pursuing his doctoral studies at Fudan University, where he is ranked in the top 10% of his cohort. Jiang’s research focuses on the regulation of sleep and eye movement by cholinergic neurons in the oculomotor nerve nucleus. Jiang has demonstrated a strong commitment to academic and practical excellence through various roles, including as a teaching assistant at Beijing Foreign Studies University and a high school biology tutor at Hangzhou Zhipeng Network Technology Co., Ltd. His involvement in innovative projects, such as studying the therapeutic effects of Polygonum multiflorum on stress-induced depression and leading a social practice team analyzing undergraduate education in biology, highlights his leadership and research capabilities.

Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Chengyong Jiang has demonstrated a strong academic background and research capability in neurobiology and biotechnology. His work, including his master’s research on stress-induced depression and his ongoing doctoral research on sleep and eye movement regulation, reflects a deep understanding of complex biological processes. His publications in reputable journals like Frontiers in Neuroscience and Advanced Science underscore his ability to conduct impactful and high-quality research.

Work Experience

Institutes of Brain Science, Fudan University
Researcher
September 2020 – Present

Conducting research on “Regulation of sleep and eye movement by cholinergic neurons in the nucleus of the oculomotor nerve.”

Hangzhou Zhipeng Network Technology Co., Ltd., Hangzhou, China
High School Biology Tutor (Part-time)
September 2017

Provided online tutoring in biology to middle and high school students.

Beijing Foreign Studies University, Beijing, China
Teaching Assistant
July 2017 – September 2017

Participated in and organized the “E PLUS Beiwai Yijia Study Tour” summer camp, served as homeroom teacher, and assisted in English teaching activities.

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