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This project explores how microbiomes evolved with chickpeas during domestication and their role in enhancing agroecosystem resilience.
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Author
Melike Bakır
Assoc. Prof.
Erciyes University
Kayseri, Türkiye
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I specialize in legume genetics and genomics, investigating plant-soil interactions to cultivate resilient crops. Seeking partners for collaboration!
My organisation
Erciyes University is a prominent institution located in Kayseri, Türkiye, established in 1978. It is recognized for its commitment to high-quality education, research, and innovation across various fields, including science, engineering, health, and humanities. The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering an environment conducive to academic and personal development. With modern facilities and a focus on research collaboration, Erciyes University aims to contribute to both local and global communities.
About me
Dr. Melike Bakir is an Associate Professor at Erciyes University, Türkiye, specializing in plant genetics, molecular breeding, and crop evolution with a focus on legumes. Holding a PhD in Plant Biotechnology, her research centers on developing genomic tools, such as SSR and SNP markers, to enhance breeding efforts and promote genetic diversity in both cultivated and wild legume species.
Her most recent project explores plant-soil interactions in wild chickpeas, aiming to understand how the domestication process has affected the resilience of plants. Dr. Bakir’s research contributions have been widely recognized, with publications in peer-reviewed journals and numerous international citations, reflecting her impact in the fields of crop genetic.
She actively engages in interdisciplinary collaborations and seeks to promote sustainable agriculture through innovative breeding approaches, aiming to bridge the gap between scientific discovery and practical applications in crop improvement.
For more information on her work and publications, visit her profiles:
My organisation
Erciyes University
We are Erciyes University, a prominent institution located in Kayseri, Turkey, dedicated to providing high-quality education and research opportunities. Our diverse academic programs span various fields, fostering innovation and collaboration among students and faculty. We are committed to cultivating a dynamic learning environment that prepares our graduates for global challenges. Through partnerships with industry and our active engagement in community projects, we aim to contribute significantly to both regional and national development.
Skills
- Crop genetics
- Legume genetics and genomics
- Abiotic stress tolerance
- Molecular characterization
- Root microbiome
- Gene Expression
- plant-microbe interactions
Interests
- Plant-soil interactions
- Root microbiome
- Legume
- Wild chickpea
- Lentil
- Cold tolerance
- resilience
- sustainable agriculture
- Plant-Microbe interections