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Moayad Jamal Saeed Al Shahwan

Dr. Moyad Jamal Shahwan is a Professor of Clinical Biochemistry and Head of the Center of Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research at the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Ajman University, where he has been a faculty member since September 2009. With extensive expertise in clinical biochemistry, drug discovery, and metabolic diseases, he has made significant contributions to understanding complex biochemical pathways related to neurodegenerative diseases, cancer biology, and cardiovascular health. His recent research focuses on drug repurposing and the molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer’s disease, leading to new insights into potential therapeutic targets. Dr. Shahwan has collaborated with national and international research institutions, producing a robust portfolio of impactful publications in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals. As the Founder and Head of the Medical & Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research Center, he has fostered interdisciplinary collaboration, establishing the center as a hub for innovative research. Additionally, he served as Coordinator for the master’s program in Pharmacy at Ajman University from 2014 to 2022. Recognized for his academic achievements, Dr. Shahwan continues to mentor young researchers, shaping the next generation of scientists in medical and health sciences.

Education
  • Ph. D in Biochemistry. Aligarh University (India) 1999-2002
  • MSc degree in Biochemistry. Aligarh University (India) 1997-1999
  • BSc degree in Biochemistry. Aligarh University (India) 1994-1997
Experience
  • Head of the Centre for Medical and Bio-Allied Health Sciences Research (CMBHSR).
  • Coordinator of the Master's Program in Pharmacy at the College of Pharmacy, Ajman University (U.A.E.), 2004.
  • Professor at the College of Pharmacy, Ajman University (U.A.E.), June 2020.
  • Associate Professor at the College of Pharmacy, Ajman University (U.A.E.), Sept. 2014 – 2020.
  • Assistant Professor at the College of Pharmacy, Ajman University (U.A.E.), 2009 – Aug. 2014.
  • Assistant Professor at the College of Pharmacy, Al-Zaytoonah Private University (Jordan), 2005 – 2009.
  • Assistant Professor at the College of Allied Health Sciences, Zarqa Private University (Jordan), 2004 – 2005.
Teaching Area
  • Clinical Biochemistry and Biochemistry courses taught include Pharmaceutical Biochemistry I & II, Clinical Biochemistry, Clinical Nutrition, Pharmaceutical Biochemistry I LAB, Biochemistry for Nursing, Biochemistry for Dentistry, Quality Assurance in Medical Laboratory, Principles of Public Health, Clinical Immunology, Medical Biochemistry, General Chemistry for Dentistry, Clinical Biochemistry (for Master's students), and First Aid.
Research
  • Clinical and Biochemical research
  • Diabetes Mellitus and Public Health.
  • Biochemical analysis of phytochemicals
  • Proteins Biochemistry
  • Social pharmacy
  • https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6601974519&origin=AuthorEval
  • https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=hAF0GjEAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • Identifying the Most Common Reasons to Wean Among Breastfeeding Mothers in U.A.E. Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan and The University of Toledo International Pharmaceutical Conference (ZTIPC 2017) – Jordan.
  • Stress-Induced Immune-Related Disease and Health Outcomes of Pharmacy and Dentistry Students. DUPHAT, 7th–9th March 2017, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Prevalence and Impact of Dysmenorrhea on Health-Related Quality of Life in the United Arab Emirates. International Conference on Emerging Trends in Biomedical Sciences (ETBS-2016), March 6–8, 2016, Aligarh, India.
  • Health-Related Quality of Life and Academic Performance Among Ajman University of Science & Technology Students. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 9th–11th March 2016, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Hormones that Boost Your Mood. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 10th–12th March 2014, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • The New Deep Sea Miracle to Fight Human Aging. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 10th–12th March 2014, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Traditional Weight Loss Herbs and Their Effectiveness. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 10th–12th March 2013, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Impact of Aflatoxin on Human Health. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 22nd–24th March 2011, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Glutathione: Impact on Human Health. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 12th–14th March 2012, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Organic Cosmetics. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 12th–14th March 2012, Dubai, U.A.E
  • Smoking Cessation: Between the Hard Decision and Hard Choices. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 12th–14th March 2012, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Whitening Injections: Advantages & Disadvantages. Poster Presentation, DUPHAT, 12th–14th March 2012, Dubai, U.A.E.
  • Purification and Characterization of Galactoside Binding Lectin from Sheep Brain. Proceedings of the 69th Annual Meeting of the Society of Biological Chemists (India), held at Calcutta, December 7–9, 2000.
  • Stability of Native and Modified Ovine Brain Galectin. National Symposium on Stability and Stabilization of Biomolecules, held at Aligarh, March 13–14, 2001.
  • Knowledge and Practice of Dietary Supplements and Micronutrients Among Medical Students. The Twelfth Dubai International Food Safety Conference, held on 29–31 October 2018.
  • Moayad Jamal Shahwan*, Sabrina Ait Gacem. Hyperthyroidism and Memory Change, Association with Vitamin B12 Deficiency Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients – Cross-Sectional Study. Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan and the University of Toledo International Pharmaceutical Conference (ZTIPC 2019), 5–7 November 2019, Amman, Jordan.
  • Moyad Shahwan. Knowledge and Awareness of Dental Care Providers Towards Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The 3rd International Conference on Academic and Industrial Innovations: Transitions in Pharmaceutical, Medical, and Biosciences (INNOPHARM3), 22nd–23rd October 2018, Goa, India.
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Member of the Editorial Board: European Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research.
  • Member of the Editorial Board: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapy.
  • Member of the Editorial Board: International Journal of Pharmacy and Bio-Sciences.
  • Member of the Editorial Board: Science International.
  • Knowledge and Practice of Dietary Supplements and Micronutrients Among Medical Students. The Twelfth Dubai International Food Safety Conference, held on 29–31 October 2018, won the Second Best Presentation.
  • Best Researcher Award