Mozhgan Abasi at Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mozhgan Abasi is a Medical Biotechnology researcher with expertise in stem cell therapy, tissue engineering, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics. She earned her Ph.D. in Medical Biotechnology from Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Iran, where she focused on lentiviral vector-mediated gene expression in apoptosis pathways. With a strong background in molecular and cellular biology, she has conducted extensive research in induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), cancer stem cells, and non-coding RNA. Dr. Abasi is a member of multiple scientific societies, including the Iran Biotechnology Society and the iPS Biotechnology Team. Her work integrates molecular techniques, bioinformatics, and microbiological approaches to advance regenerative medicine and genetic research.
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Educational Details
- Ph.D. in Medical Biotechnology (2011-2017) – Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
Thesis: Study on the effect of lentiviral vector-mediated 7SK snRNA overexpression on mRNA levels of apoptosis-related markers BCL2 and BAX in HEK293T cells.
- M.Sc. in Molecular and Cellular Biology (2009-2011) – National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (NIGEB), Tehran, Iran
Thesis: The study of dopaminergic differentiation of Nurr1 and GPX1 co-expressing ES cells induced by BBA.
- B.Sc. in Biotechnology (2004-2008) – Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Al Zahra University, Tehran, Iran.
Professional Experience
Dr. Mozhgan Abasi is an Assistant Professor specializing in Medical Biotechnology. She has extensive expertise in stem cell research, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, and cancer biology. Her research focuses on iPS (induced pluripotent stem) cell generation, stem cell differentiation, tissue engineering, and nanoporous biomaterials. With a strong foundation in molecular and cellular biology, she has contributed significantly to understanding stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine.
Dr. Abasi has been an active member of multiple professional societies, including the Iran Bioinformatics Society (IBS), Iran Genetic Society (IGS), Iran Biotechnology Society, and the iPS Biotechnology Team (IBT). She has extensive experience in molecular techniques such as gene expression analysis, cloning, viral and non-viral gene transfer, and protein analysis methods like Western blotting and immunocytochemistry. Additionally, she is proficient in a range of bioinformatics tools used for primer design, shRNA analysis, gene expression studies, and molecular dynamics simulations.
Research Interest
- Stem Cell Therapy
- Tissue Engineering
- Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPSCs)
- Cancer Stem Cells
- Immune System Research
- Microarray Analysis
- Nanoporous Biomaterials
- Bioinformatics & Non-Coding RNA
- Genetic Engineering
Author Metrics
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Total Citations: 1,821+
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h-index: 17
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i10-index: 6+
Top Noted Publication
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Carbon nanotubes: properties, synthesis, purification, and medical applications
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The effect of topography on differentiation fates of matrigel-coated mouse embryonic stem cells cultured on PLGA nanofibrous scaffolds
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Synthesis and in vitro study of cisplatin-loaded Fe3O4 nanoparticles modified with PLGA-PEG6000 copolymers in treatment of lung cancer
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Recent advances on nanomaterials-based fluorimetric approaches for microRNAs detection
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Anti-tumoral properties of Punica granatum (Pomegranate) peel extract on different human cancer cells
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Anti-proliferative properties of Cornus mass fruit in different human cancer cells
Conclusion
Assist. Prof. Dr. Mozhgan Abasi is an exceptional researcher with significant contributions to biotechnology, genetic engineering, and regenerative medicine. Her high citation impact, strong expertise in molecular biology, and interdisciplinary research focus make her a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.
While her achievements are commendable, further expanding international collaborations, increasing high-impact publications, and securing major research grants would solidify her position as a leading global researcher. Overall, Dr. Abasi is highly deserving of recognition for her contributions to the scientific community and biotechnology advancements.