Prof. Dr. İlhami Gülçin is a distinguished academic leader currently serving as Dean of the Faculty of Science at Atatürk University in Erzurum, Turkey. Born in 1971 in Ağrı, he completed his primary education in the Tutak district before pursuing higher education at Atatürk University. His academic career began in 1997 when he was appointed as a Research Assistant at Atatürk University's Faculty of Science and Literature, Department of Chemistry. He progressed through the academic ranks, becoming Assistant Professor in 2002, Associate Professor in 2007, and achieving full Professorship in 2012, demonstrating exceptional scholarly dedication throughout his career. His significant contributions to academia were recognized when he was appointed as an Associate Member of the Turkish Academy of Sciences on June 2, 2012.
Professor Gülçin has established himself as a leading figure in biochemistry with an impressive h-index of 119 in SCI-indexed publications, reflecting substantial global impact in his field. His research focuses on enzyme purification, enzyme kinetics, and medicinal chemistry, with scholarly contributions including over 300 presentations at national and international conferences that have shaped contemporary biochemical methodologies. He has been consistently ranked among the world's most influential scientists, being recognized among the top highly cited researchers in Turkey during 2014, 2016, and 2018, placing him among the elite few Turkish scientists achieving this distinction. His groundbreaking work earned him the prestigious 13th Khwarizmi International Award, alongside multiple Science and Incentive Awards from Atatürk University between 2009 and 2023, highlighting the exceptional quality and impact of his research contributions.
Beyond his research achievements, Professor Gülçin has profoundly influenced scientific development through his mentorship of more than 50 graduate students, including 25 doctoral candidates, cultivating the next generation of scientific talent in Turkey. His international recognition extends to his consultancy role at King Saud University under the Distinguished Scientist Fellowship Program between 2014 and 2023, showcasing the global reach of his expertise. As Dean of the Faculty of Science at Atatürk University, he continues to drive institutional advancement while maintaining an active research program that promises to yield further significant contributions to biochemistry. His enduring commitment to scientific excellence positions him as a pivotal figure whose work continues to advance biochemical understanding and inspire emerging researchers across multiple scientific disciplines.
