Director, Applied genetics in agriculture, ecology and public health laboratory, university of Tlemcen, Algeria
🌟 Dr. Semir Bechir Suheil Gaouar is a distinguished geneticist and professor with a remarkable career in molecular biology, applied genetics, and biodiversity research. Born on June 12, 1974, in Göttingen, Germany, he serves as a Lecturer A and Director of Research at the University of Tlemcen, Algeria. With extensive expertise in genomics and genetic resource management, he is recognized for his leadership in national and international projects, academic contributions, and commitment to sustainable agriculture. His roles as a focal point in major global initiatives and editor-in-chief of a genetics journal highlight his impact on the scientific community.
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Education
🎓 Dr. Gaouar’s academic journey includes a Magister in Molecular Biology and Genetics (2002) and a PhD in Applied Genetics and Molecular Biology (2009), both from the University of Es-Sénia, Oran. He achieved his habilitation (PhD HDR) in 2013 and earned the prestigious rank of Professor in 2018. His education, under the mentorship of Professor Saïdi-Mehtar N., laid the foundation for his groundbreaking research and academic leadership.
Experience
👨‍🏫 Dr. Gaouar’s teaching and research career spans over two decades, starting as a genetics professor at the University of Es-Sénia. Since 2002, he has been a cornerstone of genetics education and research at the University of Tlemcen, mentoring over 60 master’s students and 20 doctoral candidates. He has led numerous national and international projects, served as editor-in-chief for a genetics journal, and held key positions in global initiatives like GACSA (FAO) and AfricanBP. His expertise has been recognized by institutions such as INRAA and the African Animal Breeding Academy.
Research Interests
🔬 Dr. Gaouar’s research focuses on biodiversity, population genomics, genetic resource management, and molecular biology applications. He is passionate about sustainable agriculture and livestock enhancement, contributing to global projects like CARAVAN-ARIMNET and SCALA-MEDI PRIMA. His work integrates bioinformatics, genetics, and ecology to advance scientific understanding and conservation efforts.
Awards
🏆 Dr. Gaouar has received numerous recognitions, including his role as a leading expert in genetic characterization by Frontiers in Genetics (2020) and recognition from Elsevier (2021). His contributions to genetics and biodiversity have earned him national and international accolades, highlighting his exceptional expertise and leadership in the field.
Publications
Prion disease in dromedary camels, Algeria
Admixture and local breed marginalization threaten Algerian sheep diversity
Estimating population structure and genetic diversity of five Moroccan sheep breeds by microsatellite markers
Molecular characterization and differentiation of five horse breeds raised in Algeria using polymorphic microsatellite markers