Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakan Erdoğan is a chemist whose research is centered on the design and development of self-assembling peptide-based materials. As a faculty member in the field of Chemistry, he works on approaches that combine bioinspiration-driven nanomaterial synthesis with drug delivery systems. His studies include polydopamine-coated nanoparticles, peptide-based hydrogels, plasmonic nanoparticle-assisted drug delivery platforms, and laser-based synergistic drug release systems. Through these efforts, he aims to contribute to multidisciplinary solutions in areas such as cancer therapy, antibacterial applications, and sensors, linking fundamental chemistry with potential biomedical and technological applications.