Lecturers College

Educational Qualifications:

1. PhD in Neurophysiology, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran.
2. MSc in Life Sciences, University of Babylon, Iraq.
3. BSc in Life Sciences, University of Babylon, Iraq.

Work Experience & Affiliations:

1. Al-Ameed University, College of Nursing & College of Medicine, 2020 – Present.
2. University of Karbala, College of Applied Medical Sciences, 2023 – Present.
3. Al-Safwa University College, Department of Medical Laboratory Techniques, 2014 – 2015.
4. Al-Mustaqbal University College, Department of Medical Laboratory Techniques, 2011 – 2013.

Training Courses & Workshops:

1. Research Evaluation Certificate, 3rd Al-Kafeel University International Scientific Conference, March 22-23, 2021.
2. E-Learning Quality Standards Workshop, Al-Ameed University, September 23, 2020.
3. Achievement Tests and Quality Formulation Workshop, Educational Competencies Foundation, June 20, 2020.
4. Educational and Academic Teaching Ethics Workshop, Educational Competencies Foundation, June 6, 2020.
5. Blood Lipids and their Relation to Heart Disease and Atherosclerosis Workshop, Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University.
6. Training Course on the Role of Educational Body Language, University of Basra.
7. Modern Teaching Strategies Workshop, Al-Ameed University.
8. Neurophysiology Workshop, Al-Ameed University.
9. Time Management Skills Training Course, Canadian Science Organization for Training and Development.
10. Memory and Learning Techniques Workshop, University of Karbala.
11. Effective Learning Techniques and Hemispheric Dominance Workshop, University of Karbala.
12. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Workshop, British Chemical Safety Association.
13. Risk Assessor Workshop, British Chemical Safety Association.
14. Leadership and Management Workshop, University of Thi-Qar.
15. Digital Identity for Researchers Workshop, University of Information and Communication Technology.

Technical Skills:

1. Proficient in DNA/RNA extraction from various sample types.
2. Extensive experience in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), RT-PCR, qPCR, and troubleshooting.
3. Advanced expertise in Immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining techniques.
4. Excellent proficiency in behavioral assessment assays.
5. Specialized experience in experimental neurobiological disorder models.
6. Strong ability to synthesize theories/methodologies and apply critical thinking to problem-solving.
7. Proven capacity to plan, organize, and execute research projects.

Published Research:

1. Ghanimi HA and Moghimi A. (2021). Maternal separation induces recognition memory deficit in rats. 2nd International Conference on Applications of Advanced Technologies: Biological Sciences (ICAAT2). 27-28 January 2021. Ardabil, Iran.
2. Hussein AH, Moghimi A and Roohbakhsh A. (2019). Anticonvulsant and ameliorative effects of pioglitazone on cognitive deficits, inflammation and apoptosis in the hippocampus of rat pups exposed to febrile seizure. Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences. 22(3): 267-276.
3. Hussein AH, Roohbakhsh A and Moghimi A. (2019). Anxiolytic Activity of Pioglitazone in Rat Pups Exposed to Febrile Seizure. 15th International Epilepsy Congress. 23-25th January 2019. Tehran, Iran.