Prof. Mehmet Özdemir is a distinguished researcher in medical microbiology and virology, with a strong track record in both academic and applied research. He has supervised numerous master’s, doctoral, and specialty theses, contributing significantly to the study of viral and bacterial pathogens, infectious diseases, and molecular diagnostics. His research spans the development and comparison of diagnostic methods, epidemiological studies in regional populations, and investigations into emerging infectious agents, reflecting a deep commitment to advancing public health knowledge. Prof. Özdemir has led multiple national research projects, demonstrating leadership, methodological rigor, and collaborative skills. His mentorship has cultivated the next generation of researchers, while his work integrates molecular techniques with practical clinical applications. With a continued focus on novel diagnostic approaches, vaccine development, and pathogen surveillance, he exhibits strong potential for future impactful research, positioning him as a highly deserving candidate for recognition as a leading researcher in his field.
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Featured Publications
1. Saritas, T. B., Bozkurt, B., Simsek, B., Cakmak, Z., Ozdemir, M., & Yosunkaya, A. (2013). Ocular surface disorders in intensive care unit patients. The Scientific World Journal, 2013, 182038.
2. Kesli, R., Ozdemir, M., Kurtoglu, M. G., Baykan, M., & Baysal, B. (2009). Evaluation and comparison of three different anti-hepatitis C virus antibody tests based on chemiluminescence and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay methods used in the … Journal of International Medical Research, 37(5), 1420–1429.
3. Ciftci, I. H., Koken, R., Bukulmez, A., Ozdemir, M., Safak, B., & Cetinkaya, Z. (2007). Nasal carriage of Staphylococcus aureus in 4–6 age groups in healthy children in Afyonkarahisar, Turkey. Acta Paediatrica, 96(7), 1043–1046.
4. El-Sokkary, R., Uysal, S., Erdem, H., Kullar, R., Pekok, A. U., Amer, F., … (2021). Profiles of multidrug-resistant organisms among patients with bacteremia in intensive care units: an international ID-IRI survey. International Journal of Infectious Diseases, 40(11), 2323–2334.
5. Aydemir, O., Aydemir, Y., & Ozdemir, M. (2014). The role of multiplex PCR test in identification of bacterial pathogens in lower respiratory tract infections. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences, 30(5), 1011.