2024 Conference Program Day 3

Prof. Abdulla Molokhia, PhD.,

Professor, Pharmaceutics, Former Chairman, National Organization for Drug Control, | Egypt

Professor, Pharmaceutics, Former Chairman, National Organization for Drug Control, Egypt

Dr. Victoria Zapotochna, M.S.,

Chief Consultant & Business Coach, Tory Group, | Ukraine

Chief Consultant & Business Coach, Tory Group,

Prof. Nabil Sulaiman,

Director of Clinical and Surgical Training Center & Clinical Assessment, University of Sharjah, | United Arab Emirates

Director of Clinical and Surgical Training Center & Clinical Assessment, University of Sharjah, UAE

Prof. Robert Sindelar, PhD, FCAHS,

Professor and Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of British Columbia, | Canada

Professor and Former Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of British Columbia, Canada

Prof. Daniela Claudia Moga, MD PhD FISPE,

Larry H. Spears Endowed Chair in Pharmacogenetics & Asst. Dean- Research University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy | College of Public Health | Kentucky, | USA

Larry H. Spears Endowed Chair in Pharmacogenetics and Assistant Dean for Research University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy | College of Public Health | Sanders-Brown Center on Aging, Kentucky,

Prof. Richard Segal, RPh., PhD,

Professor and Interim Chair, Director of Graduate Studies, University of Florida College of Pharmacy, | USA

Professor and Interim Chair, Director of Graduate Studies, University of Florida College of Pharmacy,

Prof. Betty B. Chaar MHL, PhD FFIP,

Chair, Professionalism Committee School of Pharmacy FMH, The University of Sydney School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, . | Australia

Chair, Professionalism Committee School of Pharmacy FMH, The University of Sydney School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Australia.

Prof. Birgit Koch

Professor at Erasmus MC, Group of Cinical Pharmacometrics, | Netherlands

Professor at Erasmus MC, Group of Cinical Pharmacometrics,

Prof. Emad Elazazy, PhD, PharmD,

Professor of Governance and Pharmaceutical Practices, Egypt | Egypt

Professor of Governance and Pharmaceutical Practices, Egypt

Prof. Amberly Johnson

Director, Utah Poison Control Center, College of Pharmacy, Salt Lake City, Utah, | USA

Director, Utah Poison Control Center, College of Pharmacy, Salt Lake City, Utah,

Prof. Masashi Nagata, Ph.D.,

Director & Clinical Professor, Dept of Pharmacy, Tokyo Medical and Dental University Hospital, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), | Japan

Director & Clinical Professor, Dept of Pharmacy, Tokyo Medical and Dental University Hospital, Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU),

Dr. Ali Hasan Alquraini, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Pharmacology Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry Faculty of Clinical Pharmacy Al-Baha University Al-Baha, | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Ali Alquraini is a Consultant Pharmacist and an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology at the Faculty of Clinical Pharmacy, Al-Baha University, Saudi Arabia. He received his BS degree in Pharmacy from University of Jordan and his MS and PhD in Pharmacology from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston, USA. Dr. Alquraini completed his Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston. His research is focused on understanding the mechanisms leading to neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. He has also worked on projects related to Traumatic Brain Injury. Dr. Alquraini has authored or co-authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Dr. Ahmed L. Alaofi, B.Pharm., RPh, M.Sc., Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Medical Biotechnology Department of Pharmaceutics College of Pharmacy, King Saud University King Saud University, | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Alaofi earned his Master and PhD degree from School of Pharmacy at the University of Kansas, USA in 2016. He was later appointed as assistant professor at the Department of Pharmaceutics at King Saud University and now he is associate professor at the same department since 2021. He served as a consultant for King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) and Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) and chaired and participated in many committees. He participated in several initiatives to accelerate the transfer of knowledge between academic experts and industry. Dr. Alaofi received several grants in the field of infectious diseases. In his laboratory at the University, Alaofi’s group focuses on developing and unlocking innovative biotech molecules such as monoclonal antibodies, therapeutic proteins, and peptide-based drugs to be accessible to patients. His research covers the lab-scale of complex biomanufacturing (upstream and downstream processes) of biologics as well as assessment of their safety, efficacy, and stability.

Dr. Mohammed Aldholmi, B.Sc. (Pharm.), M.Sc., Ph.D.

Asst Prof, Natural Products &Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Dept. Natural Products College of Clin. Pharmacy Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Mohammed Aldholmi obtained a bachelor of pharmaceutical sciences at King Saud University. He then worked with a pharmaceutical company for a year before joining Imam Abdulrahman University as a teaching assistant. He completed his MSc in medicinal natural products and phytochemistry at University College London. After completing his MSc, he earned a PhD in natural products and pharmaceutical biotechnology at the University of East Anglia. He is now an assistant professor of natural products and pharmaceutical biotechnology and head of the natural products department at the College of Clinical Pharmacy, Imam Abdulrahman University, Saudi Arabia. Dr. Aldholmi’s research centres around natural product discovery from botanical and microbial sources with the aid of genetic and biotechnological techniques.

Dr. Faten Fahad Bin Dayel, Ph.D.,

Assistant Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, Collage of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkarj, | Saudi Arabia

Assistant Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, Collage of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkarj,

Dr. Abdulaziz H. Al Khzem, B.Sc. (Pharm.), M.Phil., Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry,College of Clinical Pharmacy Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University Dammam, Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia

Dr Abdulaziz H. Alkhzem graduated with a BSc in Pharmacy in 2015 from Umm Al-Qura University in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. He then received an MPhil from the University of on the analysis of clinically important amino-glycoside antibiotics, in particular measuring their individual pKa values by 1H, 13C and 15N NMR spectroscopy. He has received his PhD degree in 2022 on the topic of this presentation with a particular focus on polyamine medicinal chemistry.

Dr. Ahmad Alhusban

Department of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmacotherapy, College of Pharmacy, University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Alhusban Obtained his Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from the Jordan University of Science and Technology and joined the University of Georgia-US to obtain his Ph.D. in Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics. His research was focused on the mechanisms of ARBs induced neurovascular protection after stroke. He then joined the Jordan University of Science and Technology as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Clinical Pharmacy. His research was focused on understanding the mechanisms by which diabetes and hyperlipidemia affect the ability of endothelial cells to protect neurons after stroke at the preclinical level. Additionally, Dr. Alhusban helped in establishing a data base and biobank for stroke patients in King Abdullah University Hospital in Jordan between the 2014-2017 to help in identifying the predictors of recovery and the role of genetics in stroke recovery. In addition to his wok on stroke, Dr. Alhusban has a special interest in understanding the cognitive effect od problematic use of social media on adolescents and the use of virtual reality in education.

Dr. Khalid Bajou

Department of Applied Biology, College of Sciences, University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Khalid Bajou currently holds the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Biology at the College of Sciences, University of Sharjah. He completed his Ph.D. at the University of Liege, Belgium, in the year 2001. Following his doctoral studies, he performed 5 years of postdoctoral research at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. Prior to his appointment at the University of Sharjah in 2015, Dr. Khalid Bajou served as an assistant professor at the University of Liege, Belgium. Dr. Khalid Bajou's primary research focus centers on Cancer Biology and the tumor microenvironment. He is particularly interested in elucidating the pathological function of the fibrinolytic system in the processes of angiogenesis and metastasis.

Prof. Lucy Semerjian

Department of Environmental Health Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Lucy Semerjian (PhD Environmental Sciences, UK; MSc Environmental Technology, AUB-Lebanon) is the Chairperson (2017-present) of the Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Sharjah (UoS), and an Associate Professor in Environmental Science and Technology. She is also the Leader of Water Technology and Management Sustainability Circle at Sustainability Office in University of Sharjah. Before joining UoS, Dr. Semerjian has served in academic and research positions at the Environmental Engineering Research Center, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon (1994-2013). Her research interests include emerging and legacy contaminants in environmental systems, environmental pollution control, water quality, water chemistry, water/wastewater treatment and reuse, human and environmental risk assessment, and environmental sustainability. Dr. Semerjian has numerous publications in reputable international journals and conference proceedings, and she is a member of International Water Association (UK) and Water Environment Federation (USA). She is the recipient of several academic and research awards and recognitions, including the Sharjah Islamic Bank Award for Distinguished Faculty Research (2018-2019).

Dr. Noha Elemam

Senior Lecturer of Immunology, Clinical Sciences Department, College of Medicine, University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Noha Mousaad Elemam graduated from the German University of Cairo with a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and Biotechnology with Highest Honors. She obtained her master’s degree with Excellence in Molecular Pharmacology. She was awarded a full-granted scholarship to finally complete her Ph.D. degree with Distinction in Molecular Medicine and Translational Research at the University of Sharjah, along with a dual Ph.D. degree from University of Lübeck, Germany in 2020. Currently, Dr. Noha is a Senior Lecturer of Immunology at the College of Medicine at the University of Sharjah, UAE. She is working on multiple projects in the fields of immunology and viral infections as well as various cancer types such as breast, colon, renal, and prostate cancers. Dr. Noha published more than 50 research and review papers in high impact factor journals and participated in around 20 international conferences with oral and poster presentations. Dr. Noha is a young affiliate member of the Mohammed bin Rashed Academy of Scientists (MBRAS). Dr. Noha was selected to be a winner of the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talents 2023 Program-Postdoctoral category. She is an editor and expert reviewer in many prestigious international high impact factor journals.

Dr. Dana Mazen Zaher

Research institute for medical and health sciences, University of Sharjah. | United Arab Emirates

Dana Mazen Zaher is a postdoctoral research associate at the Research institute for medical and health sciences, University of Sharjah. Dana graduated from University of Sharjah in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology with highest honors. She obtained her master’s and Ph.D. degrees with distinction in Molecular Medicine and Translational Research at the University of Sharjah, along with a dual Ph.D. degree from Lubeck University, Germany in 2021. Currently, She is working in multiple projects in the fields of breast cancer, drug discovery and cancer metabolism. Dana published more than 20 research and review papers in high impact factor journals.

Dr. Sondos Harfi

Department of Medical Laboratories Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah " | United Arab Emirates

Lecturer at the Department of Medical Laboratories Sciences, at the College of Health Sciences, University of Sharjah. Served at many higher education institutes and presented at many international conferences. PhD in Biochemistry from Universiti Sains Malaysia (2022). Current research is focused on studying obesity, gut microbiota and intervention with probiotics.

Dr. Rania Hamdy

"RISE, Environmental and chemical biology research group, University of Sharjah" | United Arab Emirates

Dr. Rania Hamdy. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees in pharmaceutical sciences from the Department of Medicinal Chemistry. She got her PhD through a channel program between Cardiff University in the United Kingdom and Zagazig University in Egypt. She then completed a research fellowship at Sharjah Institute of Medical Research SIMR in the infectious disease lab. Currently she joined the Environmental and chemical biology research group as a postdoc fellowship. she worked on lead optimization and drug design of innovative natural-based bioactive therapeutic candidates with a primary focus on antibacterial, antiviral, and anticancer research. She was trained in artificial intelligence and its applications in drug design and discovery, as well as synthetic organic chemistry. Her research focuses on identifying novel therapeutic targets involved in virulent pathogenic mechanisms and potential treatment approaches. Her research interests include also the design and synthesis of new small molecules that function as potential bioactive agents. She applied computational computer-based methodologies to the design of novel bioactive compounds, focusing on infectious disease. Her main goal is to accelerate the discovery of novel biologically active hits that may subsequently be optimized to prospective clinical candidates, which she accomplishes by integrating several approaches ranging from conventional medicinal chemistry to more modern computer-based procedures. Her patent and international publications, as well as the national and worldwide network of active collaborations she has created over the years, highlight the very interdisciplinary and collaborative nature of her research.

Dr. Shamsah Bin Youkha

Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry College of Dental Medicine University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

2009 graduate as doctor of dental Surgery for Ajman University of science and Technology network. 2010 – 2021 working as general practitioner in Ministry of Health-UAE. 2016 -2021 working as dental director in RAK Primary health care -UAE. 2021-2023 studying master degree in prosthodontics in University of Sharjah. Attending several lectures and conferences in dental specialty.

Dr. Ruba Amjad Zenati

University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

Ruba Zenati is a PhD candidate specializing in Drug Design and Discovery at University of Sharjah. Her research focuses on multi-omics (metabolomics and proteomic) to examine the complex molecular underpinnings of health and disease. Ruba holds a Master of Science in Medicinal chemistry stream at University of Sharjah. Her performance in the coursework at the master's level was exceptional, resulting in a CGPA score of 3.9. She is a graduate research assistant at the Human Disease Biomarkers Discovery Research Group in the Research Institute of Medical and Health Science. She completed her undergraduate degree in Pharmacy at University of Sharjah and her CGPA was 3.88. Ruba is a highly motivated and dedicated student, with a strong work ethic and a passion for learning. Her commitment to her studies and research has earned her recognition from her peers and professors alike. Ruba has, so far, three journal publications in reputable journals.

Dr. Jumana Al-Salloum

Pharmacy Practice & Pharmacotherapeutics Department, College of Pharmacy, University of Sharjah. | United Arab Emirates

Is a PharmD holder and an MOH licensed clinical pharmacist. She has a master’s degree in clinical pharmacy in Infectious disease specialty and is a board certified pharmacotherapy specialist, both obtained in 2021. Her area of expertise includes acute and critical care medicine, infectious disease with the focus on pharmacokinetics aspects, preceptorship and teaching pharmacotherapy related courses to PharmD students. She has been practicing, teaching and precepting students since 2018 to date. She has couple of publications in the field of clinical pharmacy and infectious disease as well. Currently is working as Clinical Tutor at University of Sharjah precepting Post-graduate PharmD students, and Adjunct Clinical Pharmacist at University Hospital Sharjah.

Dr. Bariaa Khalil

University of Sharjah | United Arab Emirates

I’m Bariaa Khalil, 5th year PhD student in the Molecular Medicine and Translational Research Program at University of Sharjah. In 2008, I got my bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory technology from the American University of Beirut. Then, I worked for one year as a clinical research assistant on a study investigating the genes underlying cardiac diseases. In 2012, I finished my master’s degree in biology during which I investigated the preclinical efficacy of the synthetic retinoid ST1926 for treating adult T-cell leukemia. After that, I moved to Saudi Arabia and worked as a research assistant in King Faisal Specialized Hospital and Research Center. During my stay in Saudi Arabia, I finished my second master’s degree in international management specializing in healthcare administration at the University of Liverpool. In 2014, I moved to Dubai and worked for 5 years in the medical insurance domain where I started as a senior medical insurance specialist and got promoted after two years to manage the medical insurance team. However, my passion for research made me leave the insurance industry and go pursue my PhD in molecular medicine and translational research as a starting point to work on a medical challenge.

Dr. Wael Yahya Khawagi, Pharm.D., M.Sc., Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Department of Clinical Pharmacy College of Pharmacy, Taif University Taif, Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia

Dr Wael Khawagi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Pharmacy in Taif University. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmacy Practice from the University of Manchester, UK, and holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Advancing Clinical Pharmacy Practice, in addition to a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. Currently, Dr. Khawagi serves as the Head of the Field Training and Hospital Affairs Unit at the College of Pharmacy, Taif University, he has also held various leadership roles, including Head of the Department of Clinical Pharmacy. He is widely acknowledged for his substantial contributions to pharmaceutical research, with a particular emphasis on medication safety. His research interests centre around prescribing safety indicators and addressing inappropriate prescribing practices.

Dr. Abdullah Ali Alshehri, Pharm.D., M.Sc., Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Practice Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Taif University | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Abdullah Ali Alshehri, PhD, MSc, PharmD, is an accomplished academic and clinical pharmacist specializing in clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Taif University in Saudi Arabia. With a PhD from the University of Birmingham, UK, and an MSc from the University of Hertfordshire, UK. Throughout his career, Dr. Alshehri has held various positions that have contributed to his expertise and leadership skills. He has supervised several MSc students in completing their dissertations at the University of Birmingham. Dr. Alshehri has made significant contributions to research and academia, as evident from his presentations at numerous conferences. Additionally, he has published several papers in reputable journals, further establishing his expertise in the field.

Dr. Faisal Alqarni, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCP

Cardiology clinical pharmacist Pharmacy Services Department Security Forces Hospital | Saudi Arabia

Faisal Alqarni is a Cardiology Clinical Pharmacist and Pharmacy Residency Program Director at Security Forces Hospital Program – Riyadh, he earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from King Saud University in 2015. He has done his PGY-1 clinical pharmacy at Security Forces Hospital Program – Riyadh in 2017 - 2019, and his PGY-2 cardiology at Prince Sultan Cardiac Center in 2019 - 2020. Dr. Alqarni became an American Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) in 2018 and an American Board Certified Cardiology Pharmacist (BCCP) in 2020.

Dr. Maha A. AlMolaiki, B.Sc.(Pharm.), Pharm.D., SSC-PhP., SSC-PhP-IMP

Consultant Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacist Deputy Program Director, Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Care Services,National Guard Health Affairs, | Saudi Arabia

Dr. AlMolaiki was graduated from King Saud University with Bachelor and Pharm-D degree. She joined the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs as a pharmacist. In 2016 she joined pharmacy residency training program and elected to be the chief resident for the PGYII residents. After that, in 2019, Dr. AlMolaiki earned her Saudi Board of Clinical Pharmacy in Internal Medicine specialty. Currently, she is studying masters of business administration. She has been involved as a member in hospital and national committees. She has many clinical and non-clinical researches that have been published and some of them presented as a speaker in international/national conferences. She is currently an internal medicine clinical pharmacist consultant and the deputy Program Director, Internal medicine clinical pharmacy at King Abdulaziz Medical City-Central Region(KAMC-CR)-Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs(MNGHA). In 2020, she was elected by the Saudi Society of Clinical Pharmacy (SSCP) as a board member in the Internal Medicine Pharmacy Specialized Network (IMPSN). Her aim is to express her desire and ability to build an excellent opinion and explanation to our society about the great role of clinical pharmacist especially in the field of internal medicine.

Dr. Mukhtar Alomar, Pharm.D, BCPS

Consultant Clinical Pharmacist Manager, Acute Care Pharmacy Services, DMC Chairman, DHN Institutional Review Board, Coordinator, Pharmacy Residency Educational Activities, EHC | Saudi Arabia

Dr. Alomar earned his Pharm.D degree in clinical pharmacy from King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia. After graduation, Joined King Fahad Medical City (KFMC) in Riyadh as a clinical pharmacy resident. In 2016, Obtained a Diploma in Clinical pharmacy practice from the Saudi Commission of Health Specialty. Then completed the Internal medicine residency program at King Saud University Medical City (KSUMC) in Riyadh. He worked at KFMC as Internal medicine clinical pharmacist. He is board certified pharmacotherapy specialist. He has served as the treasurer of the Internal Medicine pharmacy specialty network (PSN) of the Saudi Society of Clinical Pharmacy 2021-2022. Currently, He is a manager of acute care services at Dammam Medical Complex (DMC), a program director of the clinical pharmacy internal medicine residency program at EHC, Chairman of DMC Institutional Review Board, a residency educational activities coordinator in the Eastern Health Cluster residency program, and Internal medicine PSN board member. Dr. Alomar participated in several events as a speaker and facilitator and member of several committees.

Dr. Shireen Al Zadjali,

Senior specialist Clinical pharmacist, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital | Oman

Shireen Alzadjali has completed her master in year 2012 from school of Pharmacy university college London. She is one of the senior specialist clinical pharmacist in Sultan Qaboos University Hospital taking care of patients in Intensive Care Unit. She has given many presentation in national and international conference. She published many articles, involved in many multicenter clinical trials, and teaching.

Dr. Aayat Alkhayer, B.Sc. (Pharm.), M.Sc.,

Assistant Professor University of Bahrain | Bahrain

Bahrain

Dr. Fawaz Alharbi, MSc,PhD,

Director of Drug Safety and Risk Management, Executive Directorate of Pharmacovigilance, Drug sector, Saudi FDA, | Saudi Arabia

Dr.Fawaz Alharbi is currently working as director of drug safety and risk management department in drug sector at SFDA. Dr.Alharbi holds a bachelor degree in pharmaceutical sciences from King Saud University, master of science in clinical pharmacology with distinction from University of Glasgow in the UK, and master and PhD degree in pharmacoepidemiology from Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Dr.Alharbi is one of the co-founders of the National Pharmacovigilance Centre (NPC) that officially launched in March 2009. His research interests are in fields of pharmacoepidemiology and pharmacovigilance.

Dr. Banan AbdulRzaq Mukhalalati, BSc (Pharm), MBA, PhD,

Associate Prof., Clinical Pharmacy & Practice Section, College of Pharmacy, Qatar University, | Qatar

Associate Prof., Clinical Pharmacy & Practice Section, College of Pharmacy, Qatar University,

Dr. Dr. Ibrahim M. Asiri, Pharm.D, PhD.,

Assistant Professor – Department of Pharmacy Practice College of Clinical Pharmacy Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University Dammam, Eastern Region | Saudi Arabia

Assistant Professor – Department of Pharmacy Practice College of Clinical Pharmacy Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University Dammam, Eastern Region

Dr. Huda Jawad, M.Sc., Ph.D.,

Bahrain | Bahrain

Dr. Huda Jawad, M.Sc., Ph.D., Bahrain

Dr. Samah Abdulmunim Mohammed, MSc.,

Oman | Oman

Abdulmunim Mohammed, MSc.,