I completed my first Bachelor’s degree in Computer engineering, followed by a second major in Mathematics, both in 2020 at Bilkent University. Afterward, I pursued my Master’s degree in Computer Engineering at Bilkent University in 2023. During my Master’s program, my primary focus was on the field of Bioinformatics. My Master’s thesis, titled “Whole Genome Alignment via Alternating Lyndon Factorization Tree Traversal,” introduced a novel data structure derived from mathematical principles to address the challenge of whole genome alignment. In addition, as part of various side research projects, I delved into the analysis of memory access patterns within the Suffix Array, a widely used tool in sequence mapping, treating it as a social network in the context of temporal and spatial relationships. I must admit that I am more inclined towards theoretical aspects rather than practical ones, but I understand the significance of practical applications in research. Joining the LongTREC network would offer me the opportunity to collaborate with individuals who have strong practical perspectives. As a LongTREC Doctoral candidate, my aim is to contribute to the field of science by combining my theoretical orientation with the practical insights of my colleagues, ultimately striving to make influential contributions to the field.