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Author Profile
DR. ASMAA SAYED ABD ELKARIM: A PIONEER IN ORGANIC CHEMISTRY🌿
📚 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. Asmaa Sayed Abd Elkarim was born on May 12, 1979, in Giza, Egypt. Her academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Al-Azhar University’s Faculty of Science (Girls), Cairo, Egypt, in 2003. Her master’s research focused on phytochemical and biological studies of the genus Cassia (Fabaceae), which she completed in 2008.
In 2024, Dr. Abd Elkarim achieved her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the same institution, with a dissertation on plant-derived phenolic compounds of the Polygonaceae family.
🧪 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Dr. Abd Elkarim has held several key positions at the National Research Centre (NRC), Dokki, Giza, Egypt, including:
- Student Scholarship (2004-2008)
- Assistant Researcher (2011-2017)
- Researcher (2017-2023)
- Assistant Professor (since January 2024)
Her work in the Chemistry of Tanning Materials and Leather Technology Department, particularly in the Plant Phenolics Group, underscores her dedication to innovative research and applied sciences.
🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON Medicinal Plants
Dr. Abd Elkarim specializes in:
- Isolation, purification, and identification of phenolic compounds from medicinal plants.
- Structural elucidation using UV, NMR (1D/2D), and LC-MS spectroscopy.
- Biological evaluation of plant extracts, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antitumor properties.
- Exploring the pharmacological potential of natural products for diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and Alzheimer’s.
Her extensive research bridges the gap between natural product chemistry and its applications in health and industry.
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Abd Elkarim’s studies on the medicinal and ecological benefits of plant-derived compounds have positioned her as a thought leader in organic chemistry. Her work has paved the way for sustainable solutions in pharmaceuticals, leather technology, and agroecology.
📈 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Dr. Abd Elkarim has co-authored over 15 peer-reviewed papers, with notable publications in Pharmacognosy Journal, Molecules, and the International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Highlights include:
- Studies on Polygonum equisetiforme and its hepatoprotective properties.
- Anti-hypertensive effects of Punica granatum peels.
- Discovery of compounds with anti-rheumatoid arthritis and anti-Alzheimer properties.
Her citations reflect her global recognition, with her work contributing significantly to plant-based therapeutic advancements.
🏅 HONORS & AWARDS
Dr. Abd Elkarim’s contributions have earned her accolades such as:
- Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Advanced Technologies in Agriculture (2017).
- Invited Speaker at the 2nd NRC International Conference on Science and Sustainable Development (2021).
Her achievements highlight her commitment to excellence in research and education.
🌐 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
As an emerging leader in her field, Dr. Abd Elkarim continues to inspire the next generation of researchers. Her future work aims to deepen our understanding of the ecological and pharmacological potential of natural compounds, driving innovations in sustainable chemistry and healthcare.
🌠 FINAL NOTE
Dr. Asmaa Sayed Abd Elkarim exemplifies dedication, innovation, and excellence in organic chemistry. Her pioneering research not only advances scientific understanding but also offers practical solutions to global challenges in health and sustainability.
📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
- “Chia Seed (Salvia hispanica) Attenuates Chemically Induced Lung Carcinomas in Rats through Suppression of Proliferation and Angiogenesis”
- Authors: NA Ali, GH Elsayed, SH Mohamed, AS Abd Elkarim, MS Aly, AM Elgamal, …
- Journal: Pharmaceuticals
- Year: 2024
- The Phytochemical Profile of the Petroleum Ether Extract of Purslane Leaves and Its Anticancer Effect on 4-(Methylnitrosamino)-1-(3-pyridyl)-1-buta-4 None (NNK)-Induced Lung
- Authors: WMESAEN Asmaa S. Abd Elkarim, Safaa H. Mohamed, Naglaa A. Ali, Ghada …
- Journal: International Journal of Molecular Science
- Year: 2024
- Characterization of Flavonoids from Combretum indicum L. Growing in Egypt as Antioxidant and Antitumor Agents
- Authors: AS Abd Elkarim, HAA Taie
- Journal: Egyptian Journal of Chemistry
- Year: 2023
- Eugenia supra-axillaris Essential Oil and Its Nanoemulsion: Chemical Characterization, In Vivo Anti‐Inflammatory, Analgesic, and Antipyretic Activities
- Authors: MF Abdelhameed, TIM Ragab, AS Abd Elkarim, MH Abd El-Razek, …
- Journal: Journal of Clinical Pharmacy and Therapeutics
- Year: 2023
- Chemical Profiling of Significant Antioxidant and Phytotoxic Microwave-Extracted Essential Oil from Araucaria heterophylla Resin
- Authors: AM Abd-ElGawad, I Saleh, MHA El-Razek, ASA Elkarim, YA El-Amier, …
- Journal: Separations
- Year: 2023
- Phytochemical and Antioxidant Evaluation of the Flavonoids and Tannins from Synadenium grantii Hook f, (Ephorbiaceae)
- Authors: ASA Elkarim
- Journal: Pharmacognosy Journal
- Year: 2020