Demet Yesilbas – Biomedical engineering  – Best Researcher Award

Demet Yesilbas - Biomedical engineering  - Best Researcher Award

erciyes university - Turkey

AUTHOR PROFILE

SCOPUS

🧠 RESEARCH EXPERTISE IN BRAIN FUNCTION ANALYSIS

Dr. Demet Yesilbas is a dedicated researcher at Erciyes University, focusing on innovative techniques in brain function analysis. Her current project, supported by Tubitak ARDEB 1001 Research Projects Programme, investigates the brain functions of young adults with internet game addiction using a multimodal approach involving electroencephalography (EEG), event-related potentials (ERPs), and functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS). This work aims to provide a deeper understanding of cognitive impacts associated with gaming disorders.

🎓 ACADEMIC BACKGROUND AND SCHOLARSHIP

Dr. Yesilbas is pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Erciyes University, backed by prestigious scholarships from the Council of Higher Education (CoHe) and TUBITAK 2211A. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering from Erciyes University and further included an Erasmus Exchange Program at Koszalin University in Poland. Her advanced studies reflect a strong commitment to exploring the complexities of brain activity and cognitive functions.

🔬 EXPERIENCE IN BIOMAGNETISM AND BIOSIGNAL ANALYSIS

Her previous experience includes an Erasmus internship at the WWU Münster Institute for Biomagnetism and Biosignal Analysis, where she focused on detecting spikes in EEG data and applied machine learning techniques. This role allowed her to gain hands-on experience in analyzing biosignals and further developed her skills in utilizing advanced computational methods for biomedical research.

📚 SIGNIFICANT PUBLICATIONS AND RESEARCH CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Yesilbas has contributed to several impactful publications, including studies on cortical activation in young male adults with internet gaming disorder, anxiety detection with non-linear EEG dynamics, and ovarian cancer classification using neural networks. Her work has been featured in notable journals and conferences, demonstrating her active involvement in the field of biomedical engineering and her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

🌟 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Yesilbas has presented her research at various prestigious conferences, including the Turkish Society of Physiological Sciences Congress and the 57th DGBMT Annual Conference on Biomedical Engineering. Her presentations cover topics such as the effect of internet gaming addiction on reaction time and feature extraction methods for spike detection in focal epilepsy cases, showcasing her expertise and contributions to the field.

🎨 HOBBIES AND INTERESTS

Beyond her academic pursuits, Dr. Yesilbas enjoys digital drawing, which aids in visualizing her work for publications, as well as theatre, ice skating, and yoga. These activities provide a creative outlet and contribute to her overall well-being, complementing her professional achievements and research endeavors.

🔗 ONLINE PRESENCE AND PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

Dr. Yesilbas maintains an active professional presence on LinkedIn, where she shares her research achievements and engages with the scientific community. Her profile can be accessed here for more information about her work and contributions to biomedical engineering.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Multimodal analysis of cortical activation in young male adults with internet gaming disorder: A resting state EEG-fNIRS study
Authors: Altınkaynak, M., Yeşilbaş, D., Batbat, T., İzzetoğlu, M., Dolu, N.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Psychiatric Research