Dr. Betül Şahin from Acıbadem University is going to be at SABITALKS on June 13, 2024 at 10:00. The event will take place in person. You can attend the event in person in the A 202 Amfi.
Location: Istanbul Medipol University Kavacık North Campus: https://goo.gl/maps/JDDjygVtFLWiPiMJA
*Participants from outside SABITA must fill in the participation form.
The advent of omics-based approaches has revolutionized biological and medical research, enabling in-depth analysis at various molecular levels, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. These methodologies facilitate a comprehensive understanding of complex biological systems by integrating large-scale data sets to uncover molecular mechanisms underlying health and disease. The significance of omics lies in its ability to provide detailed insights into expression patterns, protein interactions, and metabolic pathways, thus advancing personalized medicine and biomarker discovery. Despite their transformative potential, omics approaches face several challenges. High-throughput technologies generate vast amounts of data requiring sophisticated computational tools for analysis and interpretation, which can be resource-intensive. Additionally, issues such as data reproducibility, sample heterogeneity, and the integration of multi-omics data pose significant hurdles. Looking ahead, future perspectives in omics research include the development of more advanced bioinformatics tools, enhanced data integration techniques, and the application of artificial intelligence to improve predictive models. Furthermore, advancements in single-cell omics and spatial omics hold promise for elucidating cellular heterogeneity and tissue-specific molecular landscapes. Continued innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration are crucial for overcoming current limitations and harnessing the full potential of omics-based approaches to drive scientific discovery and improve human health.
Acibadem Labmed Clinical Laboratories, Research and Development Center, Istanbul, Turkey
Betül Şahin is the Research and Development Specialist at Acibadem Labmed Clinical Laboratories’ Research and Development Center. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Marmara University and her master’s degree in Medical Genetics and Molecular Biology from Kocaeli University. Awarded the the Arturo Falaschi Scholarship, she pursued her Ph.D. in Italy at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, concentrating on innovative proteomics methodologies. During her academic career, she conducted research at the Protein-Networks Laboratory. Following her Ph.D., she engaged in postdoctoral research through the TUBİTAK-1003 project at Acibadem University. Currently, as a Research and Development Specialist at Acibadem Labmed, her work primarily involves biomarker discovery and the development of medical diagnostic techniques. Additionally, she investigates neurodegenerative diseases using omics-based approaches.