Erşed Akyüz
Graduate Researcher @IZTECH & EPFL| Natural Scientist | Tech Innovator
I am a Graduate Student at Izmir Institute of Technology and a Research Intern at Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). My work operates at the convergence of Life Sciences and Technology, bridging the gap between scientific discovery and real-world innovation.
From conducting advanced research to building custom technology, I synthesize analytical rigor with a maker’s mindset to solve complex biological challenges. Currently seeking PhD positions in Neuroscience that demand cross-functional expertise.
⚲ Physics Department, Izmir Institute of Technology, Türkiye
Research Experience Since 2021
Nano-Device Fabrication
Specialized in micro- and nano-fabrication techniques. Focused on the design and patterning of quantum devices for molecular level bio-sensing.
Biophysics Research
Integrating spectroscopy and Quantum Cascade Laser (QCL) technologies to advance biomedical monitoring. The project focuses on the intersection of nephrology and molecular sensing for CKD patients.
Investigated protein stability in stressed environments. Utilized optical spectroscopy and molecular dynamics to assess biophysical interactions, resulting in a published study on ethanol-stressed environments.
Translational Photoacoustics
Conducted research on non-invasive metabolite detection, specifically focusing on glucose detection using Mid-IR Photoacoustic Microscopy (MIROM) and Quantum Cascade Laser-based optical setups.
Thin Film Fabrication
Utilized magnetron sputtering techniques in controlled vacuum environments to coat substrates with Au, ITO, and Al for optical and electronic applications.
Projects
Selected Publications & Conference Proceedings
- 5 other international contributions will be shared here soon!
- Akyüz, E. Vorob’ev M.M, Güler G. (2025). "Biophysical Assessment of Protein Stability in Ethanol-Stressed Environments" Biophysical Chemistry. DOI: 10.1016/j.bpc.2025.107538
Technical Skills
Laboratory Techniques
- ⚡ Spectroscopy (FT-IR, Raman, UV/Vis, Fluorescence)
- 🔬 Microscopy (AFM, SEM, Optical)
- ⚙️ Lithography (E-beam, photolithography)
Computational / Scientific
- 📝 Scientific Writing (LaTeX, Overleaf)
- 💻 Python, MATLAB, GROMACS
- 📊 KLayout, Opus, Chimera
- 🎨 Figma
Hardware / Prototyping
- 🤖 Fusion 360, Blender
- 📇 3D Printing
- 📟 Arduino / Raspberry Pi
- 🛠️ Custom Setup Building