Education
Dr. Sadek earned his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design in 1999 from the Free University of Berlin (FUB), where his thesis focused on the development of selective and potent Histamine H3-Receptor Antagonists. He also holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy, which he received in 1994 from FUB.
Work Experience
Throughout his career, Dr. Sadek has held various academic positions, starting as a Teaching Assistant at the Free University of Berlin, progressing to Assistant Professor roles at universities in the UAE and Germany. Notably, he was the Director of the Pharm-D Program at UAE University from 2015 to 2019. Since 2021, he has been a Full Professor at UAE University and a Research Associate at Heinrich Heine University in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Skills
Dr. Sadek has advanced expertise in preclinical research design and medical statistical analysis. He is proficient in statistical software like SPSS and GraphPad Prism, as well as molecular modeling tools such as ChemDraw, MOE, PyMol, and drug-likeness prediction programs. His knowledge extends to data analysis and visualization using Excel and PowerPoint.
Awards & Honors
Dr. Sadek has received numerous prestigious awards, including multiple Distinguished Research Awards for publishing in top international journals, Best Teacher Awards, and the ADEK Award for Research Excellence. His teaching and research have been recognized for excellence in both undergraduate and postgraduate education.
Membership
He is actively involved in several professional bodies, including the Society for Neuroscience (SfN), the European Histamine Research Society (EHRS), and the German Pharmaceutical Association (DPhG). He also serves on editorial boards for various scientific journals and as a reviewer for major international funding bodies.
Teaching Experience
Dr. Sadek has extensive teaching experience, offering courses in neuropharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and drug design for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. He has supervised numerous graduate theses and research projects, contributing to the academic development of his students.
Research Focus
His research centers on preclinical drug development targeting neurodegenerative and behavioral disorders. He specializes in histamine H3 receptor antagonists, exploring their potential in treating conditions such as autism, epilepsy, and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Sadek employs cutting-edge in vivo and in vitro models to advance neuropharmacological research.