Dr Marjan Shariatpanahi |  Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award 

Associate professor at Iran university of medical sciences,Iran

Dr. Marjan Shariatpanahi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the School of Pharmacy, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. With extensive experience in toxicology and pharmacology, Dr. Shariatpanahi has made significant contributions to research on neurodegenerative diseases and toxicology.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Shariatpanahi holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from Islamic Azad University, Tehran (2000-2006) with a thesis on thymidine phosphorylase and estrogen receptor alpha in colorectal cancer. She also earned a Ph.D. in Toxicology from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2009-2014), focusing on the effects of PKG on spatial memory deficits and markers of autophagy and apoptosis in rats.

Work Experience 🏥

Dr. Shariatpanahi has a diverse professional background. She has been the Head of the Pharmacology & Toxicology Department at Iran University of Medical Sciences since 2017. Her previous roles include Dean of the Educational Office (2020-2023), Head of Student and Cultural Affairs (2019-2020), and faculty member at the Neuroscience Research Center (2018-present). She has also worked as an Assistant Professor at both Iran University of Medical Sciences and Guilan University of Medical Sciences, and as a Responsible Pharmacist in various institutions.

Skills 🛠️

Dr. Shariatpanahi is proficient in various research techniques, including IHC, Western blot, ICC, in vivo studies, and behavioral tests for neurodegenerative diseases. Her expertise extends to TLC, spectrophotometry, SPSS, PRISM, ELISA, and gas chromatography. She is also skilled in using atomic absorption machines and Endnote.

Awards and Honors 🏅

Dr. Shariatpanahi has received several accolades, including being named the best professor at the Vosough Festival of IUMS (2023) and being recognized as a selected pharmacist (2022). She was also acknowledged as a top student in toxicology and pharmacy, receiving first ranks in board examinations and seminars.

Professional Memberships 🔗

Dr. Shariatpanahi is a member of the Iranian Association of Toxicology, the Iranian Medical Council, the Iranian Association of Pharmacists, the Iranian Probiotics Society, and the Talent Society of Tehran University.

Teaching Experience 📚

Dr. Shariatpanahi has taught a wide range of courses across various levels. For Ph.D. students, she covers basics of pharmacology. For Doctor of Pharmacy students, she teaches toxicology, pharmacology, clinical toxicology, and specialized pharmacy language. Her M.Sc. teaching includes environmental toxicology, forensic toxicology, and advanced research methods, while for B.Sc. students, she focuses on toxicology.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Shariatpanahi’s research interests include neuroscience, with a focus on autism, Alzheimer’s disease, memory, and Parkinson’s disease. She is also involved in toxicology, environmental toxicology, pharmacology, cell signaling, stem cell therapy, and the study of behavioral investigations on animals. Her work explores various markers and mechanisms in carcinogenesis, angiogenesis, and the protective and toxic effects of nanoparticles.