Amira Moawad | Antimicrobial Resistance | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amira Moawad | Antimicrobial Resistance | Women Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Friedrich Loeffler Institut | Germany

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amira Moawad is an accomplished Associate Professor and scientific researcher known for her advanced expertise in veterinary microbiology, antimicrobial resistance, and zoonotic pathogens within the One Health framework. With a strong multidisciplinary foundation supported by dual doctoral qualifications and extensive training in molecular diagnostics, she has built a distinguished research portfolio focused on the detection, characterization, and epidemiology of bacterial pathogens affecting humans and animals. Her work employs cutting-edge methodologies such as PCR-based systems, whole-genome sequencing, machine learning–assisted identification, and high-containment laboratory practices, contributing significantly to global efforts against antibiotic resistance. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amira Moawad has led and supported impactful studies on emerging resistant bacteria, innovative diagnostics, and comparative epidemiological trends across regions. Her research on Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Brucella species, Coxiella burnetii, and other priority pathogens has strengthened understanding of transmission pathways and resistance evolution in agricultural and environmental systems. She is widely published, actively engaged in international collaborations, and committed to antimicrobial stewardship and biosurveillance innovation. Her scientific influence is reflected in 550 Citations by 525 documents, 18 Documents, and an h-index of 12.

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Featured Publications

Ammar, A. M. A., Ahmed, Y. A. El-G., Asawy, A. M. I., & Moawad, A. A. (2010). Bacteriological studies on Salmonella enteritidis isolated from different sources in Dakhlia Governorate. Assiut Vet. Med. J., 56(124).

Moawad, A. A., Hotzel, H., Awad, O., Tomaso, H., Neubauer, H., Hafez, M. H., & El-Adawy, H. (2017). Prevalence, molecular characterization and antibiotic resistance of Salmonella enterica and Escherichia coli isolated from raw chicken and beef meat marketed in Northern Egypt. Gut Pathog, 9, 57.

Ramadan, H. H., Jackson, C. R., Taha, S. A., Moawad, A. A., Barrett, J. B., & Woodley, T. A. (2018). Contribution of healthy chickens to antimicrobial-resistant Escherichia coli associated with human extraintestinal infections in Egypt. Vector Borne Zoonotic Dis.

Klemmer, J., Njeru, J., Emam, A., El-Sayed, A., Moawad, A. A., Henning, K., Elbeskawy, M. A., Sauter-Louis, C., Straubinger, R. K., Neubauer, H., & El-Diasty, M. M. (2018). Q fever in Egypt: Epidemiological survey of Coxiella burnetii specific antibodies in cattle, buffaloes, sheep, goats and camels. PLoS One, 13(2), e0192188.

Moawad, A. A., Hotzel, H., Neubauer, H., Elricht, R., Monecke, S., Tomaso, H., Hafez, H. M., & El-Adawy, H. (2018). Antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae from healthy broilers in Egypt: Emergence of extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing and colistin-resistant Escherichia coli. Gut Pathog, 10, 39.

Mohamed Abouelkhair | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Abouelkhair | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor, Rowan University New Jersey, United States.                    

Dr. Mohamed Abouelkhair 🇺🇸 is an accomplished immunologist and virologist with expertise in Staphylococcus research, vaccine development, and flow cytometry. Currently serving as Associate Professor of Virology and Clinical Immunology at Rowan University, he has built an impressive career spanning both the U.S. and Egypt. Dr. Abouelkhair has contributed significantly to microbiology and immunology through research, teaching, and scientific service.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Abouelkhair holds a PhD in Biomedical and Diagnostic Medicine (2019) from the University of Tennessee, USA. He earned his Master’s degree in Bacteriology, Mycology, and Immunology (2013) and Bachelor’s degree (2009) from University of Sadat City, Egypt. His academic journey showcases a strong foundation in microbiology, infectious diseases, and immunology.

💼 Experience

With over a decade of professional experience, Dr. Abouelkhair has held positions at leading institutions. He has worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate and Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, contributing to experimental medicine and immunology research. His career also includes roles at University of Sadat City, and currently, he is a founding faculty member at Rowan University’s Department of Diagnostic Medicine & Pathobiology.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Abouelkhair’s research interests focus on immunology, virology, vaccine development, microbial genomics, and flow cytometry. He is deeply involved in studying Staphylococcus species, zoonotic diseases, and antimicrobial resistance, with a goal to advance diagnostic tools and preventive strategies for infectious diseases.

🏆 Awards

Throughout his career, Dr. Abouelkhair has received numerous honors, including the Phi Zeta Veterinary Honor Society Award, several travel grants for prestigious conferences like ASM Microbe and Nature Conference, and a four-year PhD scholarship from the Egyptian Cultural and Educational Bureau. He is also recognized for his scientific reviewing and service roles in journals and professional organizations.

📚 Top Noted Publications

Genome Mining Reveals a Sactipeptide Biosynthetic Cluster in Staphylococcus pseudintermedius (Veterinary Sciences, 2025).

Genome sequence of a bovine respiratory syncytial virus strain from a cow in Tennessee (Microbiology Resource Announcements, 2025).

Pathology and parasitology of free-ranging coyotes from Tennessee and South Carolina (PLOS ONE, 2025).

Whole Genome Sequencing and Comparative Genomics of Six Staphylococcus schleiferi and Staphylococcus coagulans Isolates (Genes, 2024).

Non-SARS-CoV-2 genome sequences identified in clinical samples from COVID-19 patients (PeerJ, 2020).

Conclusion

Dr. Mohamed Abouelkhair is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His multidisciplinary expertise, prolific publication record, innovative genomic studies, and leadership in research make him an excellent choice. With continued advancement in grant acquisition and broader collaborations, his future contributions are likely to become even more influential in the fields of infectious diseases and immunology.