Emre Gunerken

Biotechnology expert with 12+ years of research and industrial experience in biorefinery technology, cell disruption methods, and downstream processing. Inventor of a patent-pending continuous CO₂ explosive decompression device achieving 90% energy reduction compared to conventional mechanical methods. Published author with peer-

reviewed articles in high-impact journals including Biotechnology Advances. Proven track record in translating laboratory research into scalable industrial bioprocesses, with expertise spanning cultivation, harvesting, cell disruption, and extraction of high-value compounds for nutraceutical and cosmetic applications.

Bioengineer & Biomedical Expert (AI Trainer) / Occupational-Reviewer / STEM Reviewer, micro1,

Bioengineer & Biomedical Expert specializing in the intersection of biotechnology, medical devices,

and artificial intelligence. I harnessed over a decade of data analysis and machine learning expertise to train AI systems for healthcare applications while assessing the safety and efficacy of biomedical equipment.

Orchestrated AI model training, fostered biomedical innovation, conducted equipment and safety evaluations, facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration, and authored technical documentation.

Senior Advisor / Microalgae Expert, MASPO Energy (Gürmen Group),

Formulated strategic frameworks for integrating geothermal power plant resources into microalgae bioprocesses.

Engineered production systems for extracting high-value compounds from microalgae, including pigments, proteins, and lipids.

Championed the technical development of sustainable circular bioeconomy initiatives.

Co-Founder & CEO, AITechBio Freelancer Group,

Spearheaded AI-powered biotechnology solutions aimed at optimizing bioprocesses and interpreting data.

Developed knowledge management systems tailored for bio-industry SaaS applications.

Instituted machine learning techniques for pathogen detection and ensuring bioprocess quality control.

Co-Founder & CTO, FABLE Bio,

Directed a technical team in the development of AI-supported business strategies for biopharma and medtech sectors.

Revamped bioprocess technologies to enhance product development.

Pioneered projects that propelled growth and improved operational efficiency.

Founder & Scientific Consultant, SciCo,

Provided expert consultancy on bioprocess design, population dynamics modeling, and (Q)SAR modeling.

Engineered statistical models for bioprocess optimization and forecasting.

Chief Technology Officer, MK Teknoloji,

Led a team in the analysis of scientific data and the development of analytical chemistry solutions.

Optimized strategy development and project management through the implementation of machine learning techniques.

Junior Researcher – Microalgae Biotechnology, VITO NV (Belgium) & Wageningen University

(Netherlands),

Conducted PhD-level research on mild cell disruption methods for microalgae biorefineries,

culminating in a patented technique.

Characterized biochemical release profiles of microalgae and collaborated with AlgaePARC.

PhD Candidate, Bioprocess Engineering, Wageningen University, Netherlands

2012 – Present

Thesis: "Mild Disruption of Single Cell Biomass as the First Step of Biorefineries.

" Joint research program with VITO NV (Flemish Institute for Technological Research).

MSc, Bioengineering, Ege University, Turkey

2009 – 2011

Thesis: "Bioremediation with Exopolysaccharides Produced by Contaminated Microalgae.

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EXTRA MSc Research Project, Universidade do Minho, Portugal

2010 – 2011

Project: "Increasing Bio-hydrogen Production Capacity of Auto-immobilized Microbial Communities.

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