Dr. Emel Guven | Nursing and Health | Best Researcher Award

Ondokuz Mayıs University | Turkey

Emel Güven is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in public health nursing, with extensive expertise in women’s health, mental health, geriatric care, and community health promotion. She currently serves as a Research Assistant at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Public Health Nursing. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing nursing practice through evidence-based research, particularly in areas such as anxiety, depression, quality of life in cancer patients, health education, and vulnerable populations. She has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals, authored and co-authored book chapters, and actively participated in international conferences, presenting research on diverse public health issues. Emel has also been involved in significant academic and community-based projects, including EU-funded initiatives aimed at social inclusion. Recognized for her innovative approaches, she has earned awards for her impactful work in public health, demonstrating a career driven by both scholarly excellence and societal benefit.

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Education

Emel Güven’s academic foundation is rooted in nursing and public health, with progressive specialization through advanced degrees at Ondokuz Mayıs University. She earned her Master’s degree in Public Health Nursing, completing a thesis titled “Meme Kanseri Tanısı Alan Kadınlarda Anksiyete, Depresyon ve Cinsel Yaşam Kalitesinin İncelenmesi”, under the supervision of Birsen Altay. Building on this work, she pursued her doctoral studies in Nursing (PhD) at the same institution, deepening her expertise in psychosocial aspects of health, chronic disease management, and community nursing. Her academic training integrates clinical skills with public health principles, reflecting a commitment to preventive care, patient education, and interdisciplinary research. Complementing her degrees, Emel has attended specialized training, including IBM SPSS applied statistics, enhancing her proficiency in data analysis and evidence-based practice. This strong educational background has positioned her to bridge the gap between clinical nursing care and population-level health improvement.

Experience

Emel Güven has served as a Research Assistant at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Public Health Nursing, contributing to both academic teaching and research. Her teaching portfolio includes undergraduate courses in public health nursing, research methods, health education, and community-based practice, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning through internships. Beyond academia, she worked as a nurse at Zile State Hospital, gaining firsthand experience in patient care, health protection, and promotion. Emel has actively participated in numerous international and national projects, including the EU-funded “Hayatımız Roman” initiative, focused on integrating disadvantaged groups into society. She has presented widely at international congresses, covering topics from women’s health and geriatric care to digital health applications. Her combined clinical and academic experiences reflect a dual commitment to improving individual patient outcomes and advancing public health at the community and policy levels.

Awards and Honors

Emel Güven has received recognition for her innovative and impactful contributions to public health and nursing. Notably, she was awarded second place in the Gençlik Farkında Tema Fikri Proje Yarışması at Gazi University, honoring her creative approach to community health initiatives. Her research has been presented at prestigious national and international conferences, where she has been acknowledged for advancing discourse on women’s health, health education, and vulnerable populations. She has also contributed to significant interdisciplinary publications, including encyclopedias and specialized nursing texts, highlighting her expertise in geriatric care, infectious diseases, sexual and reproductive health, and health education for people with disabilities. Emel’s academic and professional achievements have been supported by her active engagement in international collaborations, policy discussions, and EU projects, earning her respect among peers as a scholar committed to the integration of research, education, and community service.

Research Focus

Emel Güven’s research centers on public health nursing, with a focus on women’s health, psychosocial well-being, geriatric care, and vulnerable populations. Her work often examines the intersection of physical health, mental health, and quality of life, as seen in her studies on anxiety, depression, and sexual well-being in women diagnosed with breast cancer. She has investigated the role of health education in changing individual, family, and community health behaviors, and explored innovative strategies such as e-health applications to enhance nursing practice. Her publications address pressing public health challenges, including violence against women, attitudes towards gender roles, support for people with disabilities, and community-based health promotion. She also contributes to interdisciplinary knowledge on child health, sexual and reproductive health, and digital safety for children. Through a combination of empirical research, academic teaching, and community engagement, Emel aims to strengthen the role of nursing in preventive care and social advocacy

Publications

Title: The level of fear experienced by the individuals and their applications to health institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic
Year: 2023
Citation: 4

Title: Meme kanseri tanısı alan kadınlarda anksiyete, depresyon ve cinsel yaşam kalitesinin incelenmesi
Year: 2019
Citation: 3

Title: Kültürel marjinallik teorisi ve hemşirelikte kullanımı
Year: 2021
Citation: 2

Conclusion

Emel Güven is an accomplished public health nursing scholar whose research, teaching, and community engagement work collectively advance the health and well-being of diverse and vulnerable populations through evidence-based interventions and innovative health education strategies.