Dear Coordinator,
Antiviral and antibacterial coating systems are commonly used in food carriers to protect food from viral and bacterial contamination during post-production. Although the materials used in these coatings are often described as environmentally friendly and harmless to human health, their application in high doses can lead to their accumulation on food surfaces. This increases the risk of contamination and poses potential adverse effects on human health.

In this context, the use of nanometer-scale thin film coatings, developed through advanced technological methods, is of critical importance. Physics expertise plays a vital role in this field, particularly in the application of solution-based and physical vapor deposition (PVD) methods. These methods enable the creation of nanometer-scale coatings that offer significant opportunities for improving the safety of food carriers and enhancing supply chain efficiency.

Leveraging my academic expertise, I am eager to contribute to projects aimed at preventing post-harvest contamination of food, slowing down degradation processes, and extending shelf life. By ensuring seamless access to target markets, these innovative solutions can play a key role in improving food security. My extensive knowledge of thin film coatings and advanced coating technologies makes me a valuable partner for such initiatives.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate on impactful projects.
Sincerely,
Gökhan YILMAZ

Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University (MAKU) is one of the pilot universities supported by the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey in the field of sustainable regional development based on agriculture, livestock, and food. Within this framework, our university is currently conducting 49 distinct sub-projects. These projects encompass a wide range of topics, including the advancement of livestock farming, embryo transfer, food safety, energy-efficient agricultural production/food facilities, and sustainable local development.

In this context, I would like to emphasize that our university possesses the qualifications to act as a capable partner for project calls under the FutureFood initiative.