Best Research Article Award
Bülent Akgün
Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University, Turkey
Bülent Akgün is a researcher affiliated with Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University, Turkey, whose research activities encompass biological sciences, forest ecology and plant physiology. His recent scholarly contributions address the physiological responses of forest trees to environmental pressures, particularly drought, changing atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations and temperature variation. His research profile demonstrates an interest in understanding plant adaptation, carbon assimilation and the ecological implications of climate change.
Abstract
Bülent Akgün’s recent research contributions investigate the relationship between plant physiological processes and environmental change in Anatolian forest ecosystems. His collaborative publications examine carbon assimilation, photorespiration, drought-related limitations and temperature thresholds in forest trees. These studies contribute to discussions about climate adaptation, plant productivity and the ecological consequences of changing environmental conditions. His documented research output includes 29 Scopus-indexed documents, 46 citations and an h-index of 4, according to the supplied researcher profile information.
Keywords
Plant Physiology; Forest Ecology; Carbon Assimilation; Photorespiration; Drought Stress; Climate Change; Anatolian Forests; Tree Adaptation; Environmental Biology.
Introduction
Understanding how forest ecosystems respond to climate change is an important research priority in biological and environmental sciences. Variations in temperature, water availability and atmospheric carbon dioxide influence photosynthesis, plant growth and ecosystem functioning. Akgün’s recent collaborative work addresses these interconnected processes through research focused on Anatolian forest tree species, providing scientific perspectives on environmental stress and plant responses. [1]
Research Profile
His research profile is associated with forest biology, plant physiological processes and environmental responses. Particular emphasis is evident in investigations of drought-exposed forest ecosystems, tree carbon assimilation and the relationship between photosynthetic activity and growth. His publications also address the physiological behaviour of Lebanon cedar (Cedrus libani) and Crimean juniper (Juniperus excelsa) under environmental constraints. [2]
Research Contributions
A significant contribution of his recent work is the examination of the interaction between increasing atmospheric CO₂ and thermal stress in Anatolian forest trees. The collaborative study published in Plants combines photosynthesis modelling, soil–plant hydraulics and leaf energy balance to evaluate potential changes in leaf assimilation. Its findings highlight that increased modelled carbon assimilation can coexist with more frequent thermal threshold exceedance. [3]
Another contribution investigates photorespiration, drought and potential limitations on wood production in high-elevation forest ecosystems. The study considers the relationship between photosynthetic capacity and actual growth, offering a framework for examining carbon allocation and environmental limitations in Mediterranean forests. [2]
Publications
His recent publication record includes the following collaborative research works:
- “Photorespiration, Drought and the Assimilation–Growth Gap: Bounding the Forgone Wood in High-Elevation Cedrus libani and Juniperus excelsa Forests of the Eastern Mediterranean.” Plants, 5 November 2026.
- “Rising CO₂ Increases Modeled Leaf Assimilation in Anatolian Forest Trees, but Thermal Threshold Exceedance Also Rises.” Plants, 4 November 2026.
- “Modeled Leaf Assimilation Increases Under Rising CO₂ in Anatolian Forest Trees Despite Warming and Drying, While Thermal Threshold Exceedance Increases.” Preprint, 12 October 2026.
Research Impact
The supplied bibliometric indicators record 29 documents, 46 citations and an h-index of 4. These figures provide quantitative context for his scholarly output. His recent publications address relevant questions concerning forest resilience, plant responses to environmental stress and carbon dynamics. The research may inform further investigations into sustainable forest management and climate-related ecological assessments. [4]
Award Suitability
Akgün’s research record demonstrates relevance to the Best Research Article Award through his participation in peer-reviewed scholarly publications addressing contemporary biological and environmental challenges. The scientific themes, collaborative research approach and publication activity provide a basis for consideration within the Biology and Life Sciences category of the International Forensic Scientist Awards.
Conclusion
Bülent Akgün’s recent scholarly contributions reflect research engagement in plant physiology, forest ecosystems and climate-related environmental processes. His collaborative publications provide scientific perspectives on carbon assimilation, drought stress and thermal responses in Anatolian forest trees. These contributions establish a relevant academic foundation for recognition under the Best Research Article Award.
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References
- DergiPark. (n.d.). Bülent Akgün: Researcher profile and academic publications.
- Yazar, E., Akgün, B., Babur, E., Kordon, S., & Ekren, E. (2026). Photorespiration, Drought and the Assimilation–Growth Gap: Bounding the Forgone Wood in High-Elevation Cedrus libani and Juniperus excelsa Forests of the Eastern Mediterranean. Plants, 15(21), 3441.
https://doi.org/10.3390/plants15213441.
- Yazar, E., Akgün, B., & Babur, E. (2026). Rising CO₂ Increases Modeled Leaf Assimilation in Anatolian Forest Trees, but Thermal Threshold Exceedance Also Rises. Plants, 15(21), 3438.
https://doi.org/10.3390/plants15213438.
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Bülent Akgün, Author ID 60812798000. Scopus.
Scopus Author Profile.
- Yazar, E., Akgün, B., & Babur, E. (2026). Modeled Leaf Assimilation Increases Under Rising CO₂ in Anatolian Forest Trees Despite Warming and Drying, While Thermal Threshold Exceedance Increases. Preprints.org. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202610.1091.v1.
- ORCID. (n.d.). Bülent Akgün: Researcher identification record.
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8236-3280.
- International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Official awards website.
forensicscientist.org
