Dicle was a Year 11 student at Yeni Yol High School in Turkey when she joined CCIR Academy. She is also the founder of MelaCheck, a startup focused on making malignant melanoma detection simpler and more affordable.
Before joining CCIR, Dicle worked as a research intern at Eskisehir Osmangazi University. She also took courses organised by Yale University, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Chicago, and Duke University.
Dicle’s Research on Multiple Sclerosis
At CCIR Academy, Dicle conducted a research project titled “The Use of Adult Oligodendrocyte Progenitor Cells for Promoting Remyelination in Multiple Sclerosis.”
Her research explored the structure, function, and regenerative properties of oligodendrocytes. These cells play an important role in the nervous system.
Dicle examined neuronal structures in demyelinating diseases. She also studied the oligodendrocyte lineage in detail.
Exploring Potential Approaches to Remyelination
Dicle reviewed current research on promoting remyelination in animal models of demyelination. Her paper examined the use of Sema3A and stem cells in these studies.
This work explored research approaches that may help scientists better understand remyelination in multiple sclerosis. It also highlighted ongoing efforts to investigate the regeneration of myelin.
Sharing Her Research Journey
Dicle was featured in an episode of CCIR Academy Student Spotlights. She shared her research experience and explained how her professor helped her develop the project.
Congratulations to Dicle on her research journey!
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