Sarah Naji Aziz is an Iraqi microbiologist born on June 1, 1992, in Baghdad. She completed her BSc in Biology in 2015 and her MSc in Microbiology in 2012, both from Mustansiriyah University. Her MSc research focused on the persistence and filament formation in Klebsiella pneumoniae clinical isolates. Currently, she serves as an assistant teacher in the Department of Biology at Mustansiriyah University. Sarah has attended various international conferences and has a strong publication record in microbiology, particularly on bacterial pathogenesis and biofilm inhibition. She is also involved in academic administration and scientific journal management.
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Suitability of Sarah Naji Aziz for the Research for Young Scientist Award
Summary of Suitability: Sarah Naji Aziz’s academic and research background makes her a strong candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. She holds a BSc in Biology and an MSc in Microbiology from Mustansiriyah University, Iraq. Her research, particularly her work on Klebsiella pneumoniae and Acinetobacter baumannii, demonstrates a deep commitment to addressing critical issues in microbiology, including bacterial resistance, biofilm formation, and the application of nanotechnology in combating multidrug-resistant pathogens.
🎓Education:
Sarah Naji Aziz, born on June 1, 1992, in Baghdad, began her academic journey by completing her elementary education in 2005, followed by her secondary education in 2011. She pursued higher education at Mustansiriyah University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in 2015. Driven by her passion for microbiology, she furthered her studies at the same institution and completed her Master of Science degree in Microbiology in 2012. Her master’s thesis focused on “Persistence and Filaments Formation in Klebsiella pneumoniae Clinical Isolates,” reflecting her dedication to understanding bacterial pathogenesis and resistance mechanisms.
🏢Work Experience:
Sarah Naji Aziz began her professional career as an Assistant Biologist at Mustansiriyah University in 2016. Her expertise and dedication soon led to her appointment as a member of the Promotion Committee, where she served from 2016 to 2018. In 2018, she took on the role of Administrator for the Al-Mustansiriyah Journal of Science, contributing to the academic community by managing and overseeing scientific publications. Currently, Sarah is an Assistant Teacher in the Department of Biology at Mustansiriyah University, where she continues to share her knowledge and passion for microbiology with students
Publication Top Notes:
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“Enhancing the Anti-Biofilm Activity of Novel Keratinase Isolated from Acinetobacter baumannii Using Reduced Graphene Oxide: A Way to Recycle Feather Waste Pollution”
Citations: 6
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“Anti-Capsular Activity of CuO Nanoparticles Against Acinetobacter baumannii Produce Efflux Pump”
Citations: 4
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“Binary CuO/CoO Nanoparticles Inhibit Biofilm Formation and Reduce the Expression of papC and fimH Genes in Multidrug-Resistant Klebsiella oxytoca“
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“Overview of Heteroresistance, Persistence, and Optimized Strategies to Control Them”
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“Eradication of Klebsiella pneumoniae Biofilms and Persister Cells Using Silver Nitrate”
Citations: 2