Erşed Akyüz
Graduate Researcher | Natural Scientist | Maker
I am a graduate physics student at Izmir Institute of Technology. My work bridges the gap between scientific discovery and real-world innovation, combining analytical rigor with hands-on creativity in biophysics and technology.
From biophysics research to building custom technology projects, I combine analytical rigor with hands-on creativity to explore, learn, and share knowledge.
⚲ Physics Department, Izmir Institute of Technology, Türkiye
Research Experience Since 2021
Biomedical Monitoring & Spectroscopy
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
Publications & Abstracts
- 5 other international contributions will be shared here soon!
- Akyüz, E. V orob’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, Photoacoustic etc.)
- 💽 Thin Film Fabrication
- ⚙️ Litography (E-beam, photolitography)
Computational
- 📝 Scientific Writing
- 💻 Python, MATLAB, GROMACS
- 📊 KLayout, Opus, Chimera
- 🤖 Fusion 360, Blender, Figma