# Samer Ashkar

> Engineer.

- Page: https://sorka.co/samer11
- Location: Gaziantep/Turkey
- Languages: English
- Elsewhere: https://t.me/Samer_MS11, https://www.instagram.com/samer_ashkar11?stkn=MXVmYmxvMXUyNXI3cQ==
- Updated: 2026-10-08

Nanotechnology Engineer specializing in advanced materials, semiconductor physics, and bionanotechnology. I deliver engineering and R&D solutions spanning smart drug delivery systems, wearable biosensors, and nanomaterial fabrication to biotech firms, semiconductor companies, and research institutions looking to translate cutting-edge nanoscale innovation into scalable technologies.

## About me

Nanotechnology Engineer with a solid foundation in semiconductor physics, advanced materials, and biosensing technologies. Proven hands-on experience in laboratory research, micro- and nanoscale characterization, and complex engineering problem-solving. Passionate about translating nanoscience concepts into innovative applications across semiconductor and biotechnology sectors, with a continuous drive to bridge advanced scientific engineering with modern technological solutions.

## Skills

- Research & Development (R&D)
- Cross-Disciplinary Problem Solving
- Lab Safety & Quality Assurance
- Cell Line Maintenance & Passaging:
- In Vitro Assays
- Experimental Design & Protocol Optimizat
- Technical Scientific Writing
- Spectroscopy

## Languages

- Arabic (Native)
- English (Fluent)
- Turkish (Advanced)

## Experience

- Research Intern — Faculty of Medicine, Research Department, Sivas, Cumhuriyet University (15/09/2024 - 26/12/2025): Worked as a laboratory technician in the cell culture laboratory, performing cell culture techniques and supporting experimental procedures in a biomedical research environment.
- Nanotechnology Intern — Nanovation-Gaziantep-Türkiye (01/07/2024 - 23/08/2024): Synthesized carbon nanotubes using Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD), gaining hands-on experience in nanomaterial fabrication and laboratory-scale processes.

## Projects

- [Nanomaterial-Mediated Drug Delivery in Cancer Therapy](https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:ap:4ce1297a-46fc-4483-bb3c-d415a8767eb8): Nanocarrier Systems Evaluation: Analyzed the physicochemical properties and surface dynamics of diverse nanocarriers (liposomes, polymeric nanoparticles, silica, and gold nanoparticles) to optimize circulation half-life and cellular uptake. Targeting Mechanisms & Biological Barriers: Investigated passive accumulation via the enhanced permeability and retention (EPR) effect alongside active targeting strategies utilizing surface-conjugated ligands to bypass systemic bio-barriers. Clinical & Regulatory Benchmarking: Evaluated FDA-approved nanomedicines (e.g., Doxil, Abraxane), comparing their pharmacokinetic profiles, biodistribution, and therapeutic indices against conventional chemotherapy protocols. Biocompatibility & Toxicity Assessment: Examined in vitro cytotoxicity pathways, immunological interactions, and accumulation risks, identifying surface modification techniques (e.g., PEGylation) to mitigate systemic toxicity. Computational & Emerging Frontiers: Explored future nanomedicine advancements, highlighting the integration of machine learning and computational modeling for predictive nanoparticle design and release optimization.

## Certificates

- Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology Engineering — Sivas Cumhuriyet Univercity, 2026

## Contact

- Email: samerashkar83@gmail.com
- Phone: +90 531 673 04 33
- Location: Gaziantep/Turkey
- Telegram: https://t.me/Samer_MS11
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samer_ashkar11?stkn=MXVmYmxvMXUyNXI3cQ==

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