Bengisu K. Bulduk, PhD
Reus
Summary
Dedicated researcher with over 5 years of experience in mitochondrial genomics, mental health, and health-related research. Skilled in NGS data analysis, protocol development, and systematic literature reviews. Proven ability to lead and manage research projects, develop research tools, and synthesize complex data into clear findings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
L'Institut Pere Mata, Genetics and Environment in Psychiatry Group
Reus
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Conducted systematic literature reviews and qualitative research in psychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Led advanced NGS analysis on clinical samples, identifying novel biomarkers and contributing to 3 high-impact publications.
- Developed 3 research protocols for detecting disease biomarkers, enhancing data precision in ongoing studies.
Research Assistant & Instructor
Lokman Hekim University
Ankara
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Established and managed a research lab, developing training protocols for student researchers.
- Provided training to medicine students over 2 semesters, showcasing knowledge transfer within a team environment.
Education
Ph.D. - Health, Psychology And Psychiatry (Cum Laude)
Rovira I Virgili Universitat
Reus, Spain03-2024
Master of Science - Medical Biology
Hacettepe University
Ankara, Turkey06-2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle East Technical University
Ankara, Turkey06-2016
Skills
- Research Methods: Led systematic reviews and qualitative research, contributing to over 10 studies, including publications in 3 Q1 journals
- Project Management: Contributed 3 large-scale research projects, developing 3 distinct laboratory workflows and protocols over 5 years
- Technical Expertise: Conducted NGS data analysis on more than 300 blood and 80 postmortem brain samples, proficient with bioinformatics tools
- Communication:Clear report writing and scientific presentations, including weekly updates and bi-monthly group presentations over 4 years, and presentations at 4 international congresses
- Software Proficiency: Extensive experience with reference management software (Zotero, Mendeley), working proficiency in Linux, and proficient in MS Office over 5 years
Selected Projects
- Double-blind randomized controlled pilot study of the efficacy of nutraceuticals combined with physical activity as an adjunctive treatment for autism and schizophrenia, 2021 – 2024, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Role: Researcher
- Implication of mitochondrial DNA in early psychosis: relationship with risk of disease, stress, cognitive
performance, clinical symptoms, and metabolic syndrome, 2018 – 2021, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Role: Researcher
Languages
Turkish
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Spanish
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Researcher
L'Institut Pere Mata, Genetics and Environment in Psychiatry Group
09.2020 - 05.2024
Research Assistant & Instructor
Lokman Hekim University
06.2018 - 12.2019
Ph.D. - Health, Psychology And Psychiatry (Cum Laude)
Rovira I Virgili Universitat
Master of Science - Medical Biology
Hacettepe University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle East Technical University
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