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Eser Yilmaz

Eser Yilmaz, M.S., Ph.D.

Associate Writer, Editor
Eser Yilmaz is a neuroscientist and science writer. She is interested in the biological basis of behavior and how biophilia and nature therapy can help achieve optimal physical and mental health outcomes. She enjoys spending time outdoors, losing herself in a good book, and crocheting something unique.

Education

  • Ph.D. in neurobiology at the University of Pittsburgh
  • M.S. in neuroscience from the University of Pittsburgh
  • B.S. in Biology and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst

Work/Research Experience

  • Currently working as a scientific manuscript editor, subject expert, and concept writer.
  • Former postdoctoral scholar at a laboratory researching the health effects of environmental pollutants.
  • Former senior research specialist for a local anesthetic pain management project.
  • Doctoral training in chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain mechanisms.
  • Masters training in the neurobiological basis of learning and memory.
  • K-12 and college-level teaching experience.

Expertise/Skills:

  • Experimental design, data collection, and statistical analysis.
  • Manuscript and grant preparation and editing.
  • Scientific writing for the lay audience.
  • Technical expertise in behavioral models, cellular imaging, microscopy, in vivo and in vitro electrophysiology, immunohistochemistry, and standard biochemistry and molecular biology methodology, such as ELISA, western blots, qRT-PCR, etc.

Sample Publications

  • Yilmaz, E., Watkins, S. C., & Gold, M. S. (2017). Paclitaxel-induced increase in mitochondrial volume mediates dysregulation of intracellular Ca2+ in putative nociceptive glabrous skin neurons from the rat. Cell calcium, 62, 16-28.
  • Yilmaz, E., & Gold, M. S. (2016). Paclitaxel-induced increase in NCX activity in subpopulations of nociceptive afferents: a protective mechanism against chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy? Cell Calcium, 60(1), 25-31.
  • Yilmaz, E., & Gold, M. S. (2015). Sensory neuron subpopulation-specific dysregulation of intracellular calcium in a rat model of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Neuroscience, 300, 210-218.

Author Articles

​Stressing Out: Definition, Symptoms, & How to Stop
Stressing Out: Definition, Symptoms, & How to Stop
Self-Efficacy: Theory, Examples, and Tips
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Self-Efficacy: Theory, Examples, and Tips
​80-20 Rule (Pareto Principle) Definition & Explanation
80-20 Rule (Pareto Principle) Definition & Explanation
​Weekly Planning: Ideas, Templates, and Tips
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Weekly Planning: Ideas, Templates, and Tips
​Interpersonal Skills: Definition, Examples, and Activities
Interpersonal Skills: Definition, Examples, and Activities
​​Self-Fulfilling Prophecy: Definition, Examples, & Theories
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy: Definition, Examples, and Theories
​Healthy Lifestyle: Definition, Benefits, & Examples
A Healthy Lifestyle: Definition, Benefits, & Examples
​Delayed Gratification: Definition, Examples, & Quotes
Delayed Gratification: Definition, Examples, & Quotes
​Identity: Definition, Types, & Examples
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Identity: Definition, Types, & Examples
Insecurity: A Complete Guide
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Insecurity: A Complete Guide
​Temperaments: Definition, Examples, & Types
Temperaments: Definition, Examples, & Types
False Positivity: Definition, Examples, & Explanation
False Positivity: Definition, Examples, & Explanation
​Indecisiveness: Definition, Examples, & How to Overcome It
Indecisiveness: Definition, Examples, & How to Overcome It
​Cognitive Dissonance: Definition, Theory, & Examples
Cognitive Dissonance: Definition, Theory, & Examples
​Minimizing: Definition in Psychology, Theory, & Examples
Minimizing: Definition in Psychology, Theory, & Examples
​Perfectionism: Definition, Examples, & Traits
Perfectionism: Definition, Examples, & Traits
​Pessimism: Definition, Examples, & Characteristics
Pessimism: Definition, Examples, & Characteristics
​Mindfulness Meditation: Definition, Types, & How to Do It
Mindfulness Meditation: Definition, Types, & How to Do It
​​Rushing: Definition, Examples, and How to Stop
Rushing: Definition, Examples, and How to Stop
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