Prof. Hala Al Daghistani | Medicinal Plants | Best Researcher Award
Al Ahliyya Amman University | Best Researcher Award
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🌟HALA IBRAHIM AL-DAGHISTANI: PIONEER IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY
INTRODUCTION
Hala Ibrahim Al-Daghistani, an esteemed academic from Iraq, holds the position of Associate Professor in Medical Microbiology and Immunology. With over two decades of expertise, her contributions to the field of medical microbiology, particularly in infertility and microbial pathogenesis, have left a significant mark. Based in Amman, Jordan, her academic and research career spans renowned institutions and offers invaluable insights into microbial resistance and its role in health.
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. Al-Daghistani’s academic journey began at the University of Jordan, where she earned her B.Sc. in Medical Analysis (1987). She later pursued a M.Sc. in Medical Microbiology, focusing on Toxigenicity and Penicillin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus. Her keen interest in the intersection of immunology and microbiology led her to the University of Baghdad, where she completed a Ph.D. (1998), studying the bacteriological and immunological factors contributing to infertility in women.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Over the years, Dr. Al-Daghistani has amassed invaluable experience in teaching and clinical laboratory settings. Her professional history includes notable teaching roles in undergraduate and graduate courses, such as Microbiology, Immunology, and Diagnostic Microbiology. Her clinical expertise covers molecular genetics, infertility investigations, and microbial diagnostics. Additionally, she has mentored several postgraduate students and played pivotal roles in various academic and research committees.
CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON Medicinal Plants
Dr. Al-Daghistani’s research has significantly contributed to the understanding of bacterial pathogenesis, antibiotic resistance, and microbial epidemiology, particularly in infertility studies. Her work in detecting and analyzing Staphylococcus aureus and Chlamydia trachomatis has led to essential findings in microbial resistance patterns and clinical diagnostics. She has also focused on the biotechnological potential of halophilic bacteria from the Dead Sea.
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Her work has greatly influenced the field of medical microbiology, particularly in the context of infertility and microbial resistance. Through her dedication to academia and research, Dr. Al-Daghistani has played a crucial role in developing modern diagnostic and treatment methods for infections associated with infertility. Her collaborations with international and local agencies, such as the UNDP and Arab Potash Company, further highlight her global impact.
ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Dr. Al-Daghistani has an extensive publication record, contributing numerous research articles to international journals. She has also secured several research grants to further her studies on microbial resistance and infertility. Her scholarly works on Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum, and other microbial pathogens have earned her recognition within the academic community.
HONORS & AWARDS
- The Scientific Award for Applied Sciences (Hisham Hijjawi, 2001)
- Excellence Award for Supervising the Best Master’s Thesis (2023)
- Research Grants from institutions such as Arab Potash Company and Al-Balqa Applied University
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Looking ahead, Dr. Al-Daghistani’s research on microbial pathogenesis and infertility continues to promise significant breakthroughs. Her commitment to education, research, and community engagement positions her as a leading figure in the fields of microbiology and immunology.
FINAL NOTE
Dr. Al-Daghistani’s career is a testament to the power of dedication, hard work, and academic excellence. She continues to influence the future of medical microbiology through her innovative research, shaping the next generation of scholars in her field.
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
Quorum Quenching of P. aeruginosa by Portulaca oleracea Methanolic Extract and Its Phytochemical Profile
- Journal: Pathogens
- Year: 2025
- Authors: Hala Al-Daghistani, Sina M. Matalqah, Khalid Shadid, Lubna Abu-Niaaj, Sima Zein, Raeda M. Abo-Ali
Genetic Signature and Serocompatibility Evidence for Drug Resistant Campylobacter jejuni
- Journal: Antibiotics
- Year: 2022
- Authors: Rozan O. Al-Khresieh, Hala Al-Daghistani, Saeid Abu-Romman, Lubna Abu-Niaaj
Isolation and characterization of thermophilic bacteria from Jordanian hot springs: Bacillus licheniformis and Thermomonas hydrothermalis isolates are potential producers of thermostable enzymes
- Journal: International Journal of Microbiology
- Year: 2017
- Authors: Balsam Mohammad, Hala Al-Daghistani, Atef Jouani, Christian Kennes, Saleh Abdel-Latif