About Ömer Faruk Coşkun
Dr. Ömer Faruk Coşkun is a Professor at Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Türkiye, with dual Ph.D. degrees in Biology and Horticulture. He has an extensive publication record in plant sciences, agricultural biotechnology, and crop production, including numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and scientific reports. His research interests encompass plant biotechnology, tissue culture, plant breeding, grafting, and soilless agriculture, with a particular focus on improving plant tolerance to abiotic stresses such as salinity, drought, cold, and heavy metals. He integrates molecular, physiological, and biochemical approaches to develop resilient crop varieties and optimize propagation methods. Dr. Coşkun has contributed to the development and registration of new plant cultivars and has served as principal investigator in several nationally and internationally funded research projects. His work bridges basic plant science with practical applications for sustainable agriculture. In recognition of his expertise, Dr. Coşkun serves on the editorial boards of leading journals in plant science and agricultural biotechnology. His scientific leadership and editorial contributions significantly enhance the dissemination and quality of research in the field.