Seran Deniz
Kortik.
Molecular Biology and Genetics graduate · Neurosciences master's student · Research training in transcriptomics, genomic data interpretation, bioinformatics and molecular microbiology.
Profile
Molecular biologist with research training in transcriptomics, genomic data interpretation and molecular microbiology. Pursuing a master's in Neurosciences at the University of Antwerp, with an interest in connecting molecular mechanisms to brain function.
Education
Master of Biomedical Sciences in Neurosciences
BSc in Molecular Biology and Genetics
Final CGPA: 2.64 / 4.00 · Comprehensive Scholarship, 2018–2024.
Research experience
Scientific contribution to an MTHFR and COVID-19 study
- Translated scientific material from Turkish into English.
- Supported statistical validation, including ANOVA and chi-square interpretation.
Senior Project & Bioinformatics Internship
- Analysed NCBI GEO expression datasets using R and Bioconductor.
- Performed differential expression, functional enrichment and data visualisation.
- Used Galaxy for RNA-seq preprocessing and quality control.
- Explored human–zebrafish orthology, genome alignment and R Shiny-based analysis tools.
Summer Research Internship
- Performed multiplex PCR and manual/automated DNA extraction.
- Contributed to work involving biofilm-forming microorganisms and UV exposure.
Technical skills
Bioinformatics: R, Bioconductor, DESeq2, Galaxy, RNA-seq analysis, pathway enrichment, PCA and clustering.
Programming: foundational working knowledge of Python.
Laboratory training: PCR, RT-qPCR, DNA/RNA isolation, electrophoresis, cell culture, transfection, cloning, Western blotting and immunoprecipitation.
Leadership & activities
Turkey Women's National Water Polo Team, 2015–2018. Water polo and swimming coaching experience with METU teams. Award-winning classical flute performer, 2012–2016.
Current work
Developing UntangleMind as an evolving platform connecting neuroscience, scientific writing, structured research notes and AI-assisted prototyping.