Prof. Eda Tahir Turanlı is a distinguished scientist and academician in the field of molecular biology and genetics. Her educational journey began in the United Kingdom, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Genetics from the University of Nottingham, followed by a Master of Science (MSc) in Human Molecular Genetics from the Imperial College of Science and Technology in London. She then returned to Turkey to complete her PhD in Medical Biology and Genetics at Marmara University, focusing on the genetic intricacies underlying complex diseases. In addition to her academic achievements, Prof. Turanlı gained valuable research experience between 1999 and 2001 at the MRC Centre for Social, Genetic, and Developmental Psychiatry Research, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College, University of London, and from 1997 to 2001 at the Marmara Research Center under The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK).
Prof. Turanlı's research focuses on genomics and molecular genetics, with a strong emphasis on understanding the genetic basis of complex diseases such as multiple sclerosis, familial Mediterranean fever, and various autoinflammatory disorders. Utilizing advanced techniques such as exome sequencing, linkage analysis, and proteomics, she has made significant strides in identifying genetic variants and molecular pathways associated with these conditions. Her work not only contributes to the scientific community's understanding of these diseases but also has practical implications for developing diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies. Prof. Turanlı's dedication to research and education has established her as a leading figure in her field, with a lasting impact on both the scientific and medical communities.
HEREAT
Human MolecularGenetics and Epigenetics
Research Laboratory