Dilara Tuncel

- Conducted research within the group of Prof. Sanjay Mathur at the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry as part of Master's laboratory rotation - Synthesized and purified drug-loaded liposomes (curcumin and siRNA), characterized the nanoparticles (Zetasizer), and quantified the encapsulation/loading of the cargo (UV/Vis) as part of the Master’s curriculum

- Conducted a comprehensive sustainable raw material-focused literature review and feasibility studies, presented the outcomes to department members and C-level executives - Mastered project management methodologies (Agile and Lean) through certifications from BRİSA Academy

- Conducted research within the group of Prof. Engin Umut Akkaya as part of Bachelor’s thesis focused on smart organic molecules for therapeutic applications - Synthesized, analyzed, and presented novel/smart small organic molecules for targeted photodynamic therapy-based cancer and atherosclerosis research - Optimized laboratory management by overseeing corporate/public relations and procurement

- Evaluated coursework (General Physics II) and managed academic data of 50+ students for 3 semesters under faculty mentorship (Prof. Ekmel Özbay, Assist. Prof. Bayram Bütün, and Assoc. Prof. Şahin Büyükdağlı)

- Worked in the "Non-Metallic Materials Development & Production" Unit - Investigated polymer-matrix composites, their synthesis and processing during production workflows - Conducted literature research on a specific thermal insulation method, presented findings to the unit members

- Executed >100 registration procedures via Türkiye KKS (Chemical Registration System), ensuring compliance with KKDIK (EU REACH) and SEA (EU CLP) regulations for global and local clients - Facilitated ~10 SIEF (Substance Information Exchange Forum) communications and examined SDSs - Managed professional correspondence, including billing and contract editing

- Launched and incubated a startup at the DIICI Incubation Center with another member, leading the transition from initial concept to MVP design - Directed a team of 3 and managed brand strategy, investor relations, and SEO marketing initiatives - Conducted 15+ persona interviews and global market research to validate product-market fit - Collaborated with software developers on technical implementation and digital media growth