Research Interests
Analysis of biological activity and bioavailability of natural bioactive compounds; characterization of interactions of bioactive compounds with lactic acid bacteria; and development of in vitro human gut model systems; production, optimization and mechanism of action of bacteriocins produced by beneficial microorganisms
Educational Background
BSc: Ankara University, Food Science and Technology, Ankara, 1993
MSc: Animal and Food Industries, Clemson University, USA, 1997
Ph.D: Food Science &Human Nutrition, Clemson University, USA, 2001
Minor in Microbiology in Department of Microbiology and Molecular Medicine, Clemson University, USA, 2001