Umut Akova
About Umut Akova
Umut Akova is a Research Associate at NYU Langone Health with a dual degree in Chemical Engineering and Biology from Northwestern University.
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Umut Akova currently holds the position of Research Associate at NYU Langone Health. His role at this renowned medical institution involves contributing to ongoing research projects. Since joining in 2021, Akova has been involved in various facets of medical and scientific research, leveraging his background in chemical engineering and biology.
Undergraduate Research at Northwestern University
Umut Akova served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the Lucks Laboratory within Northwestern University from 2018. His work in this role primarily focused on conducting research in the fields of biotechnology and biochemical engineering. Akova's contributions included participating in various projects, furthering his expertise in synthetic biology.
Participation in iGEM Competition
As a member of the Northwestern iGEM team from 2018 to 2019, Umut Akova contributed to projects aimed at the prestigious International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition. This experience provided him with opportunities to apply his knowledge in synthetic biology and collaborate with a team of researchers to develop innovative solutions.
Internship at Koç University OPET Nanomaterial Research Laboratory
In 2017, Umut Akova gained international research experience at the Koç University OPET Nanomaterial Research Laboratory in Istanbul, Turkey. During his two-month internship, he worked as a Chemical Engineering Research Intern, contributing to research projects involving the development and analysis of nanomaterials.
Educational Background and Dual Degree
Umut Akova achieved a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and Biology from Northwestern University, with minors in Biotechnology & Biochemical Engineering and History. He completed his studies from 2016 to 2021, equipping himself with a strong foundation in both engineering and biological sciences.