Prof. Dr. Levent Tumkaya | Medicine | Best Researcher Award
Ondokuz Mayis University | Turkey
Prof. Levent Tümkaya is a distinguished academic and medical researcher whose career reflects deep expertise in the field of basic medical sciences with a strong focus on cellular biology, physiology, and pathology. He completed his doctoral studies at Ondokuz Mayis University School of Medicine after earning his postgraduate degree at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University, where he developed a solid foundation in medical and life sciences. Over the course of his career, he has advanced from research assistant to assistant professor, associate professor, and later full professor, holding academic appointments at both Recep Tayyip Erdogan University and Ondokuz Mayis University. His research interests include the biological effects of electromagnetic fields, mechanisms of cellular damage and repair, radiotherapy-induced organ injury, reproductive health, and strategies for enhancing nutrient bioavailability. He has authored several scientific articles published in high-impact journals indexed in SCI and related databases, demonstrating his strong research skills in experimental design, histopathological analysis, and biomedical investigation. Prof. Tümkaya has received recognition through his extensive scholarly contributions and his active role in advancing medical research and education. His career reflects dedication to both teaching and scientific innovation, and his continuing work positions him as a leading scholar making significant contributions to medical science and public health.
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Featured Publications
Beyazal Polat, H., Yılmaz, H., Kilinc, K., Gülhan, B., Yılmaz Rakıcı, S., & Tümkaya, L. (2025). A dose-dependent study examining dexmedetomidine’s possible effects against oxidative, fibrotic, and apoptotic damage induced by radiation exposure in spleen tissue. Life, 15(9), 1430.
Yıldız, Y., Topçu, A., Mercantepe, T., Arpa, M., Yıldız, İ. E., & Tümkaya, L. (2025). Can iron absorption in molasses be increased with probiotic additives? “Molasses with increased bioavailability.” Nutrients, 17(7), 1150.
Dil, E., Tümkaya, L., Mercantepe, T., Suzan, Z. T., Akyildiz, K., & Yılmaz, A. (2023). Evaluation of the effects of dexmedetomidine against carbon tetrachloride-induced nephrotoxicity via oxidative stress and apoptosis. Medical Science and Discovery, 10(10), 1080.
Mercantepe, F., & Tümkaya, L. (2023). The effects of topiramate on methotrexate-induced pancreatic injury. Selçuk Tıp Dergisi, 39(2), Article 01643.