Designing, extracting, and synthesizing biomaterials for therapeutic applications.
With over eight years of laboratory experience in analytical chemistry, biomaterial synthesis, drug delivery, and in vitro biological evaluation. Skilled in SOP development, analytical assay methods, data analysis, statistical analysis, and laboratory workflows.
Polymer and peptide-based biomaterials for biomedical applications, including antimicrobial therapies, chemotherapeutic drug delivery, immunotherapy, and cryopreservation.
In collaboration with UPEI and TUNISTRONG Technologies Inc., providing analytical validation and process development research for extracting tunicate-derived nanocrystalline cellulose (TCNCs) and proteins. Expertise includes HPLC, LC-MS, FTIR, and DLS, with a focus on material characterization, analytical chemistry, and process feasibility.
Developed a novel self-assembling peptide with immunomodulatory activity, forming functional nanoarchitectures with potential applications in immunotherapy and drug encapsulation.
Author/co-author of 20 peer-reviewed publications in journals including International Journal of Pharmaceutics, Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, Journal of Materials Chemistry, Pharmaceuticals, and European Polymer Journal.
Peptide-decorated, self-assembled particles that carry drugs to cancer cells.
Cryoprotectants that suppress ice damage to maintain cell viability after thawing.
RAFT polymerization of conjugates with self-assembled nanoarchitectures and immunomodulatory function.
I was raised and educated in the Kingdom of Bahrain, where I completed my primary and secondary schooling and received my Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. Growing up in Bahrain has given me a deep appreciation for the country's multicultural environment, strong sense of community, and commitment to progress and development.
I currently live and work in Prince Edward Island, Canada, where I received my PhD in chemistry from the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI). Living in Prince Edward Island has allowed me to experience its welcoming communities, natural beauty, and strong connection to education and innovation. My time at UPEI has been an important part of my academic and professional journey, providing me with a supportive environment to pursue advanced research and contribute to the Island's academic community.