Associate Professor at Zoology and Entomology Department, Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Egypt
👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.
🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.
🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.
Professional Profiles:
Education:
Assoc Prof Dr Samia El-Didamony graduated from the Zoology department, Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, with a bachelor’s degree in Entomology in May 2008, ranking first in her department. She completed her master’s degree in the same department in February 2013 and her Ph.D. in Medical Entomology Science on 25th October 2017. Her Ph.D. study focused on using nanotechnology and natural products in cancer treatment. Currently, she works as an associate professor at the Zoology and Entomology Department, Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University.
Research Experiences:
Dr. Samia El-Didamony has a diverse range of scientific research experiences and has been involved in academic teaching for over ten years. Her research areas include:
- Cell culture and drug discovery
- Using nano-biotechnology in the treatment of cancer and microbial diseases
- Synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials
- Medical entomology and vector control
- Pest management using biotechnological methods
- Beekeeping, innate immunity, and Apitherapy
- PCR technique and Flow-Cytometry analysis
She has a significant publication record, with nine papers published in reputable international journals (Q1 & Q2) and seven papers currently under publication. Additionally, Dr. El-Didamony has supervised five research graduate projects and is currently supervising several master’s theses.
Research, Innovations and Extension:
Dr. Samia El-Didamony has an extensive research background, including one completed research project and several ongoing ones. Her work has garnered 12 citations in reputable databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, and the Indian Citation Index. She has contributed to nine SCI and SCIE indexed journals and has held editorial appointments in five journals and conferences. Dr. El-Didamony has published in six Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed indexed journals and three in other indexes. She has supervised the graduation of several research scholars and has ongoing supervision of three. Additionally, she has an H-index of 2 based on Scopus/Web of Science, has organized two research conferences/workshops, and has been an invited speaker/resource person on seven occasions. Dr. El-Didamony has collaborated with other universities and industries on nine joint publications/projects and has received two awards and recognitions. She is a member of three professional bodies and has established three functional Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with other institutions.
Areas of Research:
Dr. Samia El-Didamony’s research areas encompass a broad spectrum of topics, including Medical Entomology, Cancer Research, Natural Products, Synthesis and Characterization of Nanoparticles, Innate Immunity, and Honeybee Diseases. Her expertise spans the application of nanotechnology in medical fields, the study of insect vectors and their impact on public health, the development of novel treatments using natural compounds, and the characterization of nanoparticles for various biomedical applications. Additionally, her work delves into the intricate mechanisms of innate immunity and the management of diseases affecting honeybee populations. Dr. El-Didamony’s interdisciplinary approach integrates multiple scientific disciplines to address complex challenges in health, medicine, and environmental sustainability.
Research & Development:
Dr. Samia El-Didamony is dedicated to developing innovative approaches and enhanced solutions to address various research challenges. For instance, she led a research study aimed at formulating an optimized drug formulation to enhance its anticancer properties while minimizing systemic side effects. This formulation was evaluated for its antitumor effects against PC3, with the goal of improving cancer therapeutic protocols. Additionally, Dr. El-Didamony and her team achieved a significant milestone by isolating a fungus from honeybees, identified as Mucor bainieri MK-Bee-2, which exhibited promising anticancer activity against human lung and liver cancer cells. Notably, this fungus demonstrated higher selectivity in cancer cells compared to normal lung fibroblast and oral epithelial cells. Furthermore, she pioneered an environmentally safe electromagnetic fields (EMF) method at an extremely low frequency (50 Hz) for the control of mosquito-borne filariasis. These achievements showcase her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and addressing critical healthcare and environmental challenges through innovative research.
Publications:
Formulation, characterization and cellular toxicity assessment of a novel bee-venom microsphere in prostate cancer treatment
- Published in Energy in 2022 with 07 citations.
Preparation and characterization of shrimp derived chitosan and evaluation of its efficiency as bee venom delivery for cancer treatment‏
- Published in Energy in 2017 with 06 citations.
First report on isolation of Mucor bainieri from honeybees, Apis mellifera: Characterization and biological activities‏
- Published in Energy in 2022 with 04 citations.
Evaluation of anticancer potentials of bee free venom and chitosan nano-conjugated one: In vitro study‏
- Published in Energy in 2017 with 04 citations.
Mosquitocidal Activity of the Methanolic Extract of Annickia chlorantha and Its Isolated Compounds against Culex pipiens, and Their Impact on the Non-Target Organism …‏
- Published in Energy in 2022 with 03 citations.
Antifungal and antibiofilm activities of bee venom loaded on chitosan nanoparticles: a novel approach for combating fungal human pathogens‏
- Published in Energy in 2022 with 02 citations.