Israa Mohammed Safa Abd Ali AL-Kadmy, born on November 30, 1984, in Baghdad, Iraq, is an accomplished researcher and academic in the fields of microbiology and nanotechnology. She earned her BSc in Biology and an MSc in Microbiology from Mustansiriyah University, Iraq. Her academic career includes positions as Assistant Lecturer, Lecturer, and Assistant Professor at various institutions, with a focus on biotechnology, molecular biology, and nanobiotechnology. She has been a Visiting Academic at Plymouth University and has taught courses at Queen’s University Belfast, Lancaster University, and Teesside University. Her research interests include molecular microbiology, nano-biotechnology, and graphene-based biosensors. Dr. AL-Kadmy is actively involved in numerous professional societies and has participated in various international conferences. She is dedicated to advancing the field of nanomaterials and their applications in health care and environmental sustainability.
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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Women Researcher Award
Candidate: Israa Mohammed Safa Abd Ali Al-Kadmy
Israa Al-Kadmy’s dedication to advancing nanobiotechnology, her comprehensive teaching and research experience, and her active involvement in scientific communities make her an exemplary candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award. Her work not only contributes to scientific knowledge but also has practical implications for healthcare and biosensor technologies. Her achievements in a challenging field, combined with her active engagement in both academic and charitable activities, highlight her as a leading female researcher making a meaningful impact in her domain.
🎓Education:
Israa Mohammed Safa Abd Ali AL-Kadmy completed her undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Mustansiriyah University, College of Science, Iraq, in 2006. She pursued her postgraduate education at the same institution, earning a Master of Science in Microbiology in 2012. Her MSc thesis focused on the “Detection of 16S rRNA Methylation Gene between Two Species of Gram Negative with High-Level Resistance to Aminoglycosides,” reflecting her deep engagement with molecular microbiology and resistance mechanisms
🏢Work Experience:
Israa Mohammed Safa Abd Ali AL-Kadmy has held several notable academic and research positions across prestigious institutions. She has been an Assistant Professor at Mustansiriyah University, Iraq, since May 2020. Prior to this, she served as a Lecturer at Teesside University, UK, from October 2021 to September 2022, where she taught modules on Sustainability in Chemical Engineering and Environmental and Sustainable Processing. She is currently a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at Lancaster University, UK, starting in September 2022, where she covers Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies and Chemical Process Design Project
🏆Awards and Honors:
Israa Mohammed Safa Abd Ali AL-Kadmy is an active member of several esteemed professional societies. She is affiliated with the Biological Organization Iraqis, the Science and Engineering Institute (SCIEI), and the Iraqi Society of Nanotechnology STAF ID. Her involvement extends to the International Society for Development and Sustainability (ISDS), the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID), and the Global Research & Development Services (GRDS). Additionally, she is a member of the European Biosafety Association (EBSA), the British Ecological Society (BES), the Microbiological Society in Europe, and the British Society for Immunology (BSI). Her participation in these organizations underscores her commitment to advancing research and development in her fields of expertise.
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Sequencing Analysis and Efficient Biodiesel Production by Lipase from Pseudomonas aeruginosa“
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“The Secrets of Environmental Pseudomonas aeruginosa in Slaughterhouses: Antibiogram Profile, Virulence, and Antibiotic Resistance Genes”
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“The Predominance of Virulence Genes Associated with Multidrug-Resistant Serratia marcescens Isolated from Urinary Tract Infections”
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“Reducing Environmental Pollutants of Chicken Feathers by Production and Biodegradation of the Chicken Feather Keratinase from Aspergillus niger and Its Role as the Anti-biofilm Activity”
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“COVID-19 Associated Mucormycosis Among ICU Patients: Risk Factors, Control, and Challenges”