I’m a passionate and enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist with a foundation in Biochemistry and Physiology; I have cultivated a deep interest in understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying diabetic complications and cardiometabolic diseases. Through my Master's thesis at AUB, I explored the role of GDF-15 in diabetic cardiomyopathy, focusing on NETosis, oxidative stress, and NADPH oxidase signaling pathways. I am particularly interested in a PhD in Experimental Medicine to explore innovative and translational strategies for combating metabolic and cardiovascular disorders. I am eager to contribute to multidisciplinary research that leverages biomaterials, precision medicine, and microphysiological systems to develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic platforms with real-world clinical impact.
European Diabetic Nephropathy Study Group - Copenhagen, Denmark
GDF-15 and NETosis Crosstalk in Diabetes-Induced Renal and Cardiovascular Complications: Unraveling the Molecular Interactions. Abstract presented at the EDNSG- European Diabetic Nephropathy Study Group, Copenhagen, Denmark.
American Society of Nephrology - San Diego, USA
GDF-15 Is a Novel Therapeutic Target for Diabetes-Induced Kidney and Cardiac Injuries in Preclinical Models of T2D: FRPO283. Abstract presented at the ASN- American Society of Nephrology, San Diego, USA.
11th Annual AUB Biomedical Research Day - Beirut, Lebanon
GDF-15 and NETosis Crosstalk in Diabetic Cardiomyopathy. Abstract presented at the 11th Annual AUB Biomedical Research Day, Beirut, Lebanon.
European Diabetic Nephropathy Study Group - Amsterdam, Netherlands.
GDF-15 is a Potential Therapeutic Approach for Mitigating Kidney and Cardiac Complications in Type 2 Diabetes Models. Abstract presented at the EDNSG, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
International Podocyte Conference - Hamburg, Germany
GDF-15 as a Modulator of Kidney Injury in Type 2 Diabetes: Evidence from Preclinical Models. Abstract presented at the International Podocyte Meeting, Hamburg, Germany.
AUB Diabetes
Directed a media team, produced newsletters, and amplified the outreach of AUB Diabetes research.
AUB Diabetes
Developed and executed event strategies, managed logistics, and coordinated partnerships.
Created digital content for diabetes awareness campaigns.
Monitored and evaluated event impact, fostering collaboration in post-event reviews.
Molecular Biology Techniques: qRT-PCR, Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunofluorescence, Western Blot, ELISA, NADPH Oxidase Assay.
Protein extraction and RNA extraction.
Mammalian cell culture.
Microscopy: Light Microscopy, Histological Analysis.
Image quantification (Fiji image J)
In-vivo Research Skills: Handling, intraperitoneal injection, anesthesia, pain management, blood collection, euthanasia, echocardiography on mice.
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Data Visualization: Scientific illustrations (Biorender).
Scientific manuscript writing and presentation.
Data entry, data management, and statistical analysis (GraphPad Prism).
Endnote
Thesis: Untangling the GDF-15-NETosis Connection: Implications for Targeted Therapy in Diabetic Cardiomyopathy.
American University of Beirut -AUB
Beirut Arab University-BAU (Grauated with Honors)
(Fall 2020 / 2021).
(Graduated with Honor)
Attended ArabNet Digital Summit 2013-2018
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