Ahmet Hatipoglu

Research

I bring my cell biology expertise to our lab’s cryo-CLEM, cryo-EM, and cellular tomography projects, training and supervising lab members and collaborators in all aspects of cell culture, from mammalian cells to iPSCs. Together, we streamline protocols for high-resolution imaging, ensuring we preserve both cellular and 3D structural integrity. My current passion is adapting 2D and 3D cell culture techniques for combining high-resolution live cell imaging, cryo-CLEM, and cellular tomography of cell-cell signaling complexes. This workflow keeps the cells fully hydrated and in defined functional states, allowing characterization at the nanometer scale. By creating custom-made, mechanically defined biotic and abiotic environments that influence cell adhesion, morphology, migration, and signaling, my research pushes the boundaries of cell biology, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine.

Education

• 2016 – 2023: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Department of Biochemistry, Graduate Center, City University of New York, New York, NY
• 2015 – 2016: MSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Pace University, New York, NY
• 2005 – 2010: BSc in Biological Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey

Experience

• 2018 – 2023: Thesis Project at CUNY Hunter College (Prof. David Foster), Title: Metabolic Reprogramming in KRas-driven Cancer Cells
• 2018 – 2023: Adjunct Faculty, Department of Biological Sciences CUNY Hunter College
• 2018 – 2023: Thesis Project at Pace University (Prof. Nigel Yarlett), Title: Optimal Cryoprotective Environment for Cryptosporidium parvum Oocysts
• 2014 – 2015: Research Intern at John Theurer Cancer Center, Title: Elucidating Mechanisms Underlying non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma

Personal Note

I enjoy traveling and discovering new cultures and cuisines. I love soccer and hiking in my free time.