Mugla Sitki Kocman University | Turkey
Prof. Dr. Ömür Baysal is a tenured researcher in Molecular Microbiology at Muğla University (Turkey) and an Honorary Professor at the University of Worcester (UK). His work focuses on host-microbe interactions, molecular markers, biological control of pathogens, antibiotic resistance, and bioinformatics (genomics, proteomics, drug discovery). With an H-index of 20, he bridges lab research and computational biology.
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Strengths for the Awards✨
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High-Impact Research Output
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Extensive Publications: Over 35+ SCI/SCI-E indexed journal articles, demonstrating consistent contributions to molecular microbiology, plant-pathogen interactions, and bioinformatics.
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Diverse Research Areas: Expertise spans host-microbe interactions, antibiotic resistance, biocontrol agents, drug discovery, and omics technologies (genomics, proteomics, metagenomics).
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Recent High-Profile Works (2023-2024):
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Anticancer Agents in Medical Chemistry (2024) – Machine learning & cancer research.
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PLoS ONE (2021) – Computational analysis of SARS-CoV-2.
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Frontiers in Oncology (2023) – Cold plasma therapy in cancer.
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International Collaborations & Recognition
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Honorary Professorship (UK): Affiliation with the University of Worcester strengthens global research ties.
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Sabbaticals & Invited Research Roles: Worked at USDA/USA, Volcani Center (Israel), CNR (Italy), CIRAD (France), indicating international recognition.
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Multi-Country Co-Authorships: Collaborations with researchers from Germany, Israel, Italy, UK, Belarus, etc.
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Innovative Methodologies
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Bioinformatics & AI Integration: Use of machine learning, molecular docking, RNA-seq, and metagenomics in pathogen studies.
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Biocontrol & Sustainable Agriculture: Focus on biological control agents (Bacillus spp.) and host-induced gene silencing (HIGS).
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Translational Research: Applied studies on drug discovery (HIV-1, breast cancer, SARS-CoV-2).
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Strong Academic Metrics
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H-index: 20 | I-index: 31 (Google Scholar) – Reflects sustained citation impact.
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Editorial Roles: Serves as a referee for Frontiers in Microbiology, PLOS ONE, Plant Disease (APS), etc.
Education 🎓
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B.Sc. (1994): Plant Protection Engineering, Akdeniz University, Turkey.
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M.Sc. (1997): Phytopathology, Akdeniz University.
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Ph.D. (2001): Plant Pathology (Bacteriology), University of Göttingen, Germany.
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Postdoc Training (2007–2014): Volcani Center (Israel), CNR Italy, CIRAD France, USDA/University of Florida (USA).
Experience 💼
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Current Roles:
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Professor, Molecular Microbiology & Bioinformatics, Muğla University.
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Honorary Professor, Biosciences, University of Worcester (UK).
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Expertise: Molecular diagnostics, biocontrol agents, recombinant DNA, protein-ligand docking, and whole-genome/RNA-seq analysis.
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Host-microbe interactions
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Antibiotic resistance mechanisms
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Biological control of plant pathogens
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Bioinformatics (genomics, metagenomics, drug discovery)
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Enzyme enhancement via recombinant tech
Awards & Honors 🏆
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High-impact publications (31+ SCI-indexed papers).
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International collaborations (US, EU, Israel).
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Editorial roles in Frontiers in Microbiology, PLoS ONE, Plant Pathology, etc.
Publications 📚
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Title: Induction of defence‐related enzymes and resistance by the plant activator acibenzolar‐S‐methyl in tomato seedlings against bacterial canker caused by Clavibacter michiganensis
Authors: Ö Baysal, EM Soylu, S Soylu
Year: 2003
Cited by: 227
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Title: Induction of disease resistance by the plant activator, acibenzolar-S-methyl (ASM), against bacterial canker (Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. michiganensis) in tomato seedlings
Authors: S Soylu, Ö Baysal, EM Soylu
Year: 2003
Cited by: 164
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Title: An inhibitory effect of a new Bacillus subtilis strain (EU07) against Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. radicis-lycopersici
Authors: Ö Baysal, M Çalışkan, Ö Yeşilova
Year: 2008
Cited by: 151
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Title: A Proteomic Approach Provides New Insights into the Control of Soil-Borne Plant Pathogens by Bacillus Species
Authors: Ö Baysal, D Lai, HH Xu, M Siragusa, M Çalışkan, F Carimi, JAT Da Silva, …
Year: 2013
Cited by: 124
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Title: Molecular Characterization of Fusarium oxysporum f. melongenae by ISSR and RAPD Markers on Eggplant
Authors: Ö Baysal, M Siragusa, E Gümrükcü, S Zengin, F Carimi, M Sajeva, …
Year: 2010
Cited by: 112
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Title: Chemical composition and antifungal activity of the essential oil of Artemisia annua L. against foliar and soil-borne fungal pathogens
Authors: EM Soylu, H Yiğitbaş, FM Tok, S Soylu, Ş Kurt, Ö Baysal, AD Kaya
Year: 2005
Cited by: 109
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Title: Induction of oxidants in tomato leaves treated with DL-β-Amino butyric acid (BABA) and infected with Clavibacter michiganensis ssp. michiganensis
Authors: Ö Baysal, YZ Gürsoy, H Örnek, A Duru
Year: 2005
Cited by: 108
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Title: Acibenzolar-S-methyl induced resistance to Phytophthora capsici in pepper leaves
Authors: O Baysal, C Turgut, G Mao
Year: 2005
Cited by: 75
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Title: Extract of Hedera helix induces resistance on apple rootstock M26 similar to Acibenzolar-S-methyl against Fire Blight (Erwinia amylovora)
Authors: Ö Baysal, W Zeller
Year: 2004
Cited by: 67
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Title: Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici races and their genetic discrimination by molecular markers in West Mediterranean region of Turkey
Authors: Ö Baysal, M Siragusa, H İkten, İ Polat, E Gümrükcü, F Yigit, F Carimi, …
Year: 2009
Cited by: 61
Conclusion 🌟
Prof. Baysal is a pioneer in molecular plant-microbe interactions, blending wet-lab and computational tools. His work on biocontrol agents, antibiotic resistance, and drug discovery has global impact, supported by international collaborations and high-profile publications. A leader in both academia and applied research.
