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Prof. Pınar Kara | Electroanalytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Ege University, Turkey

Summary:

Prof. Dr. Pınar Kara is a leading expert in analytical chemistry and electrochemical biosensors with a prolific academic career at Ege University’s Faculty of Pharmacy. She has contributed significantly to the fields of bioanalytical methods and sensor technology, with her research focusing on the development of diagnostic tools for clinical analysis and environmental safety. Prof. Kara has mentored several postgraduate students and collaborated on a range of R&D projects supported by higher education institutions in Turkey. Her work has resulted in the design of advanced nanomaterial-enriched biosensors for detecting biomolecules, pathogens, and GMOs.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Prof. Dr. Pınar Kara earned her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the Institute of Health Sciences at Ege University, Turkey in 2007, after completing her Master’s degree at the same institution in 2004. Both degrees were awarded by the Analytical Chemistry Department of the university’s Health Sciences Institute, where she focused on advancing her knowledge and expertise in bioanalytical methods and electrochemistry.

🏢 Professional Experience:

Prof. Kara began her academic career as a Research Assistant at Ege University’s Faculty of Pharmacy, where she worked from 2001 to 2008. Following this, she was appointed as an Assistant Professor in 2008, a role she held until 2011, during which time she continued her research in bioanalytical methods, sensors, and electrochemical techniques. From 2011 to 2018, she served as an Associate Professor at the same institution. In 2018, she achieved the rank of Professor in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Faculty of Pharmacy at Ege University, where she currently teaches and conducts research. Prof. Kara has led numerous postgraduate and doctoral theses, contributing to advancements in biosensor design and clinical applications.

Research Interests:

Prof. Kara’s research focuses primarily on bioanalytical methods, analytical chemistry, electrochemistry, and the development of biosensors for clinical and diagnostic applications. Her work in electrochemical biosensors and genosensors has led to the development of innovative diagnostic tools for detecting biomolecules, pathogenic microorganisms, and genetically modified organisms. Additionally, she explores the use of nanomaterials and aptamer-based biosensors for enhanced analytical performance, particularly in health sciences and pharmacology.

Author Metrics:

  • Number of Publications: 75 (as per Unisis)
  • Number of Citations: 2,347 (as per Unisis)
  • Average Citations: 31.29 per publication
  • H-Index: 24 (as per Unisis)

Prof. Dr. Kara continues to contribute to cutting-edge research in bioanalytical methods, with her expertise making a notable impact on clinical diagnostics and pharmaceutical sciences.

Top Noted Publication:

Electrochemical Detection of Specific DNA Sequences from PCR Amplicons on Carbon and Mercury Electrodes using Meldola’s Blue as an Intercalator

  • Authors: K. Kerman, D. Özkan, P. Kara, H. Karadeniz, Z. Özkan, A. Erdem, F. Jelen
  • Journal: Turkish Journal of Chemistry
  • Volume: 28 (5), Pages: 523-534
  • Year: 2004
  • Citations: 32

A Nucleic Acid-Based Electrochemical Biosensor for the Detection of Influenza B Virus from PCR Samples using Gold Nanoparticle-Adsorbed Disposable Graphite Electrode and Enzyme Labeling

  • Authors: S. Aydinlik, D. Ozkan-Ariksoysal, P. Kara, A. A. Sayiner, M. Ozsoz
  • Journal: Analytical Methods
  • Volume: 3 (7), Pages: 1607-1614
  • Year: 2011
  • Citations: 31

Response Surface Methodology for Optimization of Foodborne Pathogen Detection in Real Samples Based on Label-Free Electrochemical Nucleic Acid Biosensors

  • Authors: Z. Urkut, P. Kara, Y. Goksungur, M. Ozsoz
  • Journal: Electroanalysis
  • Volume: 23 (11), Pages: 2668-2676
  • Year: 2011
  • Citations: 25

Electrochemical Aptasensor Design for Label-Free Cytosensing of Human Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

  • Authors: P. Kara, Y. Erzurumlu, P. B. Kirmizibayrak, M. Ozsoz
  • Journal: Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
  • Volume: 775, Pages: 337-341
  • Year: 2016
  • Citations: 23

Application of Impedimetric and Voltammetric Genosensor for Detection of a Biological Warfare Agent: Anthrax

  • Authors: P. Kara, B. Meric, M. Ozsoz
  • Journal: Electroanalysis: An International Journal Devoted to Fundamental and Practical Aspects of Electroanalysis
  • Year: 2008
  • Citations: 23
Pınar Kara | Electroanalytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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