Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huseyin Erdal | Automation | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huseyin Erdal | Automation | Aksaray University | Turkey

Hüseyin Erdal, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics at the Faculty of Medicine, Aksaray University, with a specialization in molecular biochemistry, genetics, and biomedical research. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Biochemistry and Genetics from Hatay Mustafa Kemal University in 2019, focusing on thiol-disulfide balance and thioredoxin reductase enzyme levels in chronic kidney disease and hemodialysis patients. In addition, he holds two bachelor’s degrees: one in Chemistry and another in Economics from Anadolu University, complementing his interdisciplinary expertise. Professor Erdal began his academic career as a Research Assistant at Mustafa Kemal University, conducting studies in analytical chemistry and molecular sciences, before joining Aksaray University as an Assistant Professor and later being promoted to Associate Professor in 2023. His professional work spans molecular biochemistry, genetics, biomaterials, and therapeutic applications, emphasizing translational research that bridges fundamental molecular mechanisms with clinical implementation.

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Suitability Summary 

Prof. Hüseyin Erdal is a distinguished scientist whose exceptional contributions in molecular biochemistry, genetics, and biomedical research make him highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. With a Ph.D. in Molecular Biochemistry and Genetics from Hatay Mustafa Kemal University (2019), his work has focused on critical areas such as dynamic thiol-disulfide balance and thioredoxin reductase enzyme levels in chronic kidney disease, demonstrating a strong commitment to understanding and addressing complex molecular mechanisms relevant to human health.

Education

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biochemistry and Genetics, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, 2019
  Thesis: “Dynamic thiol-disulfide balance and thioredoxin reductase enzyme levels in chronic kidney disease and thiol balance in hemodialysis”

• Research experience at University of Florida, 2013

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Anadolu University (Open Education), 2017

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Anadolu University (Open Education), 2017

Work Experience

• Associate Professor, Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Aksaray University, August 2023 – Present

• Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, Aksaray University, 2020 – 2023

• Research Assistant, Department of Chemistry, Mustafa Kemal University, 2014 – 2020

Achievements

• Supervised graduate research projects, including innovative studies on collagen-based composite films for wound healing

• Conducted research in molecular biochemistry, genetics, biomaterials, and therapeutic applications

• Expertise in laboratory methodologies, enzymology, biochemical assays, and translational research bridging molecular insights with clinical applications

Awards and Honors

• Recognized for contributions to biomedical research and translational science through awards and academic distinctions

Publication Top Notes

• Title: Oxidative stress and its impacts on intracellular lipids, proteins and DNA
  Authors: O. Özcan, H. Erdal, G. Çakırca, Z. Yönden
  Year: 2015
  Citations: 158

• Title: Oxidative stress and its effects on intracellular lipid, protein and DNA structures
  Authors: O. Özcan, H. Erdal, G. Çakırca, Z. Yönden
  Year: 2015
  Citations: 122

• Title: Cancer cell sensing and therapy using affinity tag-conjugated gold nanorods
  Authors: E. Yasun, H. Kang, H. Erdal, S. Cansiz, I. Ocsoy, Y.F. Huang, W. Tan
  Year: 2013
  Citations: 67

• Title: The Effect of Pneumatic Tube Systems on the Hemolysis of Biochemistry Blood Samples
  Authors: G. Çakırca, H. Erdal
  Year: 2017
  Citations: 41

• Title: Biomedical applications of polyglycolic acid (PGA)
  Authors: E. Göktürk, H. Erdal
  Year: 2017
  Citations: 32

• Title: Plasma ischemia-modified albumin levels and dynamic thiol/disulfide balance in sickle cell disease: a case-control study
  Authors: O. Özcan, H. Erdal, G. İlhan, D. Demir, A.B. Gürpınar, S. Neşelioğlu, Ö. Erel
  Year: 2018
  Citations: 28

• Title: Evaluation of thiol-disulfide balance in adolescents with vitamin B12 deficiency
  Authors: M.S. Demirtaş, H. Erdal
  Year: 2023
  Citations: 19

• Title: Thiol/disulfide Homeostasis as a New Oxidative Stress Marker in Patients with Fabry Disease
  Authors: H. Erdal, F. Turgut
  Year: 2023
  Citations: 18