Prof. Dr. Omur Baysal | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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✨

1. High-Impact Research Output

   • Extensive Publications: Over 35+ SCI/SCI-E indexed journal articles, demonstrating consistent contributions to molecular microbiology, plant-pathogen interactions, and bioinformatics.

   • Diverse Research Areas: Expertise spans host-microbe interactions, antibiotic resistance, biocontrol agents, drug discovery, and omics technologies (genomics, proteomics, metagenomics).

   • Recent High-Profile Works (2023-2024):

     • Anticancer Agents in Medical Chemistry (2024) – Machine learning & cancer research.

     • PLoS ONE (2021) – Computational analysis of SARS-CoV-2.

     • Frontiers in Oncology (2023) – Cold plasma therapy in cancer.

2. International Collaborations & Recognition

   • Honorary Professorship (UK): Affiliation with the University of Worcester strengthens global research ties.

   • Sabbaticals & Invited Research Roles: Worked at USDA/USA, Volcani Center (Israel), CNR (Italy), CIRAD (France), indicating international recognition.

   • Multi-Country Co-Authorships: Collaborations with researchers from Germany, Israel, Italy, UK, Belarus, etc.

3. Innovative Methodologies

   • Bioinformatics & AI Integration: Use of machine learning, molecular docking, RNA-seq, and metagenomics in pathogen studies.

   • Biocontrol & Sustainable Agriculture: Focus on biological control agents (Bacillus spp.) and host-induced gene silencing (HIGS).

   • Translational Research: Applied studies on drug discovery (HIV-1, breast cancer, SARS-CoV-2).

4. Strong Academic Metrics

   • H-index: 20 | I-index: 31 (Google Scholar) – Reflects sustained citation impact.

   • Editorial Roles: Serves as a referee for Frontiers in Microbiology, PLOS ONE, Plant Disease (APS), etc.

Education 🎓

• B.Sc. (1994): Plant Protection Engineering, Akdeniz University, Turkey.

• M.Sc. (1997): Phytopathology, Akdeniz University.

• Ph.D. (2001): Plant Pathology (Bacteriology), University of Göttingen, Germany.

• Postdoc Training (2007–2014): Volcani Center (Israel), CNR Italy, CIRAD France, USDA/University of Florida (USA).

Experience 💼

• Current Roles:

  • Professor, Molecular Microbiology & Bioinformatics, Muğla University.

  • Honorary Professor, Biosciences, University of Worcester (UK).

• Expertise: Molecular diagnostics, biocontrol agents, recombinant DNA, protein-ligand docking, and whole-genome/RNA-seq analysis.

Research Interests On Microbiology 🔍

• Host-microbe interactions

• Antibiotic resistance mechanisms

• Biological control of plant pathogens

• Bioinformatics (genomics, metagenomics, drug discovery)

• Enzyme enhancement via recombinant tech

Awards & Honors 🏆

• High-impact publications (31+ SCI-indexed papers).

• International collaborations (US, EU, Israel).

• Editorial roles in Frontiers in Microbiology, PLoS ONE, Plant Pathology, etc.

Publications 📚

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Title: Acibenzolar-S-methyl induced resistance to Phytophthora capsici in pepper leaves
  Authors: O Baysal, C Turgut, G Mao
  Year: 2005
  Cited by: 75

• 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

• 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.