Highly accomplished Assistant Professor and Senior Research Scientist with over a decade of experience in pharmacology, biomedical sciences, and neuroscience. Spearheaded over 50 impactful publications in high-impact factor journals and secured significant research funding, driving advancements in therapeutic mechanisms and drug discovery. Proven leader in academic instruction, project management, and mentorship, dedicated to fostering scientific innovation and global collaboration.
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Applied Health Science Technology
6 October City, Egypt, Egypt
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Summary
Leads pharmacology courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students, integrating advanced research insights into academic instruction and fostering scientific development.
Highlights
Delivered comprehensive pharmacology courses to undergraduate and postgraduate students since 2023, enhancing curriculum with current research findings.
Mentored numerous undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students in pharmacology and biomedical research, guiding them through research design and publication strategies.
Organized and taught advanced pharmacology techniques to students from multiple universities through summer training programs, impacting over 50 participants annually.
Contributed to the development of future scientists by providing foundational lab and pharmacological training to university students.
Postdoctoral Researcher (Planned)
Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
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Summary
Scheduled to conduct advanced postdoctoral research, focusing on novel therapeutic mechanisms and drug development within an international academic framework.
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Anticipated to contribute to cutting-edge research projects, leveraging expertise in pharmacology and experimental design.
Expected to collaborate with international research teams, enhancing global scientific partnerships and knowledge exchange.
Researcher, Pharmacology Department, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute
Cairo, Egypt, Egypt
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Conducted extensive pharmacological research, leading numerous projects and contributing significantly to over 50 publications in high-impact scientific journals.
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Authored and co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications, many in journals with Impact Factors up to 5.8, advancing knowledge in disease mechanisms and therapeutic interventions.
Led multiple scientific projects as Principal Investigator, including a STDF-funded project on otoferlin in neuropathic pain and NRC-funded projects on DPP-4 inhibitors and cancer biology.
Managed complex research initiatives from experimental design to data analysis and manuscript preparation, ensuring rigorous scientific methodology and impactful outcomes.
Secured significant funding from STDF and NRC for various research projects, demonstrating strong grant writing and project management capabilities.
Assistant Researcher, Department of Pharmacology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute
Cairo, Egypt, Egypt
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Summary
Supported pharmacology research projects, specializing in experimental design, data analysis, and contributing to multiple peer-reviewed publications.
Highlights
Contributed to numerous research projects, applying advanced molecular and behavioral techniques to investigate drug mechanisms and disease pathophysiology.
Assisted in the preparation and submission of scientific manuscripts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to journal guidelines, leading to multiple co-authored publications.
Developed expertise in rodent behavioral assays and histological imaging, enhancing experimental rigor and data interpretation.
Collaborated effectively within research teams, facilitating project execution and contributing to a productive scientific environment.
Research Assistant, Department of Pharmacology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute
Cairo, Egypt, Egypt
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Summary
Provided critical support for pharmacological studies, gaining foundational experience in laboratory techniques, data collection, and preliminary analysis.
Highlights
Executed various laboratory experiments, accurately collecting and documenting data to support ongoing pharmacological research projects.
Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured adherence to safety protocols, contributing to a secure and efficient research environment.
Assisted in preliminary data analysis using software like GraphPad Prism and SPSS, developing foundational skills in scientific data interpretation.
Collaborated with senior researchers on project tasks, gaining hands-on experience in research methodology and experimental execution.
Demonstrator, Department of Pharmacology, Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute
Cairo, Egypt, Egypt
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Provided practical instruction and support for pharmacology students in laboratory settings, ensuring effective learning and skill development.
Highlights
Instructed undergraduate students in fundamental pharmacology laboratory techniques, fostering practical skills and understanding of experimental procedures.
Assisted in preparing and setting up laboratory sessions, ensuring all necessary materials and equipment were available and functional.
Provided one-on-one and group guidance to students, clarifying concepts and troubleshooting experimental challenges.
Evaluated student performance in practical sessions, contributing to their academic assessment and skill progression.
Member
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Engaged in initiatives to promote inclusivity, equity, and support for underrepresented scientists in neuroscience, participating in online events and discussions focused on equitable research practices and global collaboration.
Highlights
Actively participated in discussions and initiatives aimed at promoting diversity and inclusion within the neuroscience community.
Contributed to online events focused on equitable research practices, fostering a more inclusive global scientific ecosystem.
Awareness Day Organizer
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Organized awareness campaigns on critical public health issues, including the effects of heavy metals and COVID-19 on human health.
Highlights
Coordinated awareness events at Helwan University regarding the impact of heavy metals on human health, educating the community on environmental toxicology.
Led public awareness initiatives on the noxious effects of COVID-19, providing vital health information and promoting preventative measures.
Trainer
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Delivered hands-on pharmacology and biomedical science sessions to high school STEM students as part of a national innovation initiative.
Highlights
Engaged high school students in hands-on pharmacology and biomedical science, inspiring interest in STEM fields.
Contributed to a national innovation initiative by fostering scientific curiosity and practical skills among young learners.
Reviewer
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Served as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals in pharmacology, toxicology, and biomedical sciences, offering constructive feedback to improve manuscript quality and support the global scientific ecosystem.
Highlights
Provided critical peer review for numerous manuscripts in pharmacology, toxicology, and biomedical sciences, ensuring scientific rigor and quality.
Contributed to upholding publication standards and advancing the integrity of scientific literature.
Organizer of Student Workshops and Research Training Seminars
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Designed and delivered training sessions on experimental pharmacology methods, systematic reviews, and drug discovery at the National Research Centre and via virtual academic platforms.
Highlights
Developed and led workshops on experimental pharmacology, systematic reviews, and drug discovery, training hundreds of students and researchers.
Enhanced research capabilities of participants through hands-on training and theoretical sessions on advanced scientific methodologies.
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PhD
Pharmacology
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MSc
Pharmacology
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Bachelor
Veterinary Sciences
Awarded By
National Research Centre (NRC)
Recognized for achieving the highest number of publications in 2024 within the Medical Research and Clinical Studies Institute.
Awarded By
Science, Technology & Innovation Funding Authority (STDF)
Awarded for excellence in achieving scientific collaboration with AUTM on a technology transfer innovative scientific project.
Awarded By
National Research Centre (NRC)
Received for the BurnCare gel product, recognized as the best national and applicable project publication.
Awarded By
National Research Centre (NRC)
Awarded for achieving the best international scientific publication among NRC researchers.
Awarded By
Fulbright Commission
Recognized for an innovative scientific project, demonstrating significant potential for impact and originality.
Published by
Scientific Reports
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Investigated the ameliorative role of cordycepin against acrylamide-induced cardiac toxicity in rats, elucidating its impact on Nrf2/HO-1, PD-L1/Bax/Bcl-2, and TNF-a/Il-6 signaling pathways.
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Scientific Reports
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Explored the mechanisms by which vildagliptin and linagliptin inhibit pyroptosis in lung injury in type 1 diabetic rats, focusing on the NLRP3 inflammatory pathway.
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Journal of Basic and Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology
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Provided a comprehensive review of novel therapeutic targets for heart failure, offering insights into future treatment strategies.
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NeuroToxicology
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Investigated the neuroprotective effects of chicoric acid-loaded liposome nanoparticles against AlCl3-induced neurotoxicity in rats, highlighting the involvement of AMPK/AKT/Nrf-2 signaling pathways.
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Toxicology Reports
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Demonstrated how chrysin mitigates cyclophosphamide-triggered cardiotoxicity in rats through Treg expression modulation and iNOS downregulation.
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Scientific Reports
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Evaluated the ovario-protective effect of Moringa oleifera leaf extract against cyclophosphamide-induced oxidative ovarian damage and reproductive dysfunction in female rats (IF: 3.8).
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Scientific Reports
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Investigated the neuroprotective and cognitive enhancing effects of herbecetin against thioacetamide-induced hepatic encephalopathy in rats, mediated by AMPK and SIRT1 signaling pathways (IF: 3.8).
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Naunyn-schmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology
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Examined the immunoregulatory role of hesperidin against ovalbumin (OVA)-induced bronchial asthma and associated depression in rats (IF: 3.1).
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Naunynschmiedeberg's Archives of Pharmacology
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Investigated the mitigating effect of ferulic acid on di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate-induced neurocognitive dysfunction in male rats, supported by in silico analysis (IF: 3.1).
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Toxicology Mechanisms and Methods
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Demonstrated how lauric acid attenuates hepato-metabolic complications and molecular alterations in high-fat diet-induced nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in rats (IF: 3.1).
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Egyptian Journal of Chemistry
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Explored the attenuation of sodium fluoride-induced hepatic injury by Lactobacillus casei via inhibition of the NF-κB signaling pathway and decreased caspase-3 expression in rats (IF: 1.29).
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International Immunopharmacology
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Investigated how cold plasma enhances the topical application of thymoquinone for wound healing by upregulating TGF-β, VEGF, and α-SMA levels in rats (IF: 4.8).
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Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences
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Analyzed the synergistic effect of arginine and Lactobacillus plantarum against potassium dichromate-induced acute liver and kidney injury in rats, focusing on iNOS and TLR4/NF-kB signaling pathways (IF: 2.1).
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Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology
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Studied the dose-dependent toxic effects of di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate in male rats, with a focus on behavioral alterations and the induction of the TLR4/NF-kB signaling pathway (IF: 3.3).
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Inflammopharmacology
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Investigated the neuroprotective effect of tangeretin against chromium-induced acute brain injury in rats, targeting the Nrf2 signaling pathway, inflammatory mediators, and apoptosis (IF: 4.6).
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Journal of Drug Targeting
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Developed chitosan tamarind-based nanoparticles as a promising approach for topical application of curcumin for burn healing, validated through in vitro and in vivo studies (IF: 4.3).
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Environmental Science and Pollution Research
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Explored the neuromodulatory role of L-arginine as a nitric oxide precursor against thioacetamide-induced hepatic encephalopathy in rats, mediated by downregulation of NF-kB-mediated apoptosis (IF: 5.8).
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Environmental Science and Pollution Research
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Investigated how febuxostat attenuates aluminum chloride-induced hepatorenal injury in rats, focusing on the impact of Nrf2, Crat, Car3, and MNK-mediated apoptosis (IF: 5.8).
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Egyptian Journal of Chemistry
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Examined the modulatory effects of cilostazol as an Nrf2/HO-1 activator against NAFLD in rats, supported by molecular docking and FTIR studies (IF: 1.29).
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Egyptian Journal of Chemistry
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Investigated the modulation activity of vildagliptin on hepatic complications and lipoprotein abnormalities associated with insulin resistance in rats (IF: 1.29).
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Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology
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Provided behavioral, biochemical, and ultrastructural evidence for the synergistic effect of aminoguanidine and L-carnosine against thioacetamide-induced hepatic encephalopathy in rats (IF: 2.27).
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Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology
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Demonstrated how trigonelline attenuates hepatic complications and molecular alterations in high-fat high-fructose diet-induced insulin resistance in rats (IF: 2.27).
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World J Pharm Pharm Sci
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Evaluated the beneficial effect of trigonelline on metabolic changes associated with insulin resistance in rats (IF: 2.27).
Immunohistochemistry, Microscopy, Tissue sectioning.
Rodent behavioral assays.
GraphPad Prism, ImageJ, SPSS.
EndNote, Zotero, PyMOL, ChemDraw.
Experimental Design, Systematic Reviews, Drug Discovery, In vitro studies, In vivo studies, In silico analysis.
Scientific Project Leadership, Grant Acquisition, Team Collaboration, Timeline Management.
Curriculum Development, Lecturing, Mentorship, Student Training, Laboratory Instruction, Assessment.
Manuscript Preparation, Peer Review, Presentation Skills, Scientific Writing.
qPCR, Western blot, RT-PCR.
ALBA Network (FENS), The Association with Collaboration as its Core (IAOP, M11401), American Society for Microbiology, Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences Committee, UNESCO OWSD (Organization For Women In Science For The Developing World), The Arab Society for Medical Research (899), Egyptian Society of Toxicology (1018).
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Principal Investigator (PI) for a scientific project jointly funded by STDF (Egypt) and IFE (France). Project Number: 49300.
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Principal Investigator (PI) for a scientific project funded by NRC, Egypt. Project Number: 130601101.
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Principal Investigator (PI) for a collaborative project funded by STDF, Egypt. Project Number: 49709.
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Member of a scientific project funded by NRC. Project Number: 13020302 / 10010308.
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Member of a scientific project funded by NRC. Project Number: 13010106.
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Member of a scientific project funded by NRC focused on preventing side effects from viral pathogens. Project Number: 13020112.
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Secured funding for a collaborative project with AUTM, USA, focusing on technology transfer and innovation.
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Secured internal funding from the National Research Centre (NRC) for various research initiatives.