Assist. Prof. Dr. Asmaa Yehia Ammar, Animal Health Research Institute, Egypt
Assist. Prof. Dr. Asmaa Yehia Ammar is a dedicated veterinary geneticist with a Ph.D. in Genetics and Genetic Engineering from Alexandria University (2023) 🧬. She also holds an M.D. and B.V.Sc. from Kafrelsheikh University 🐟. Dr. Ammar currently serves as an Assistant Researcher at the Animal Health Research Institute, contributing to pioneering studies on environmental effects on gene expression. Her published work spans reproductive biology and aquaculture genomics 📚. With a Japan-based research scholarship (2021), strong teamwork 🤝, and leadership skills ⭐, she stands out as a rising star in veterinary molecular genetics and environmental genomics.
Publication Profile
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Education
Assist. Prof. Dr. Asmaa Yehia Ammar has built a solid academic foundation in veterinary genetics. She earned her Ph.D. in Genetics and Genetic Engineering (2018–2023) from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Alexandria University 🧬. Prior to that, she completed her M.D. in the same field (2014–2017) at Kafrelsheikh University 🧪. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine (2003–2008) from Kafrelsheikh University 🐾. This progressive educational path reflects her deep commitment to advancing veterinary science and genetic research, forming the core of her expertise and innovative contributions to animal health and biotechnology 🌿.
Awards
Assist. Prof. Dr. Asmaa Yehia Ammar was awarded a prestigious one-year joint supervision scholarship in Japan 🎓🇯🇵. This international academic opportunity allowed her to collaborate with leading researchers and institutions in the field of genetics and genetic engineering 🧬. The experience enriched her scientific perspective, enhanced her laboratory skills, and exposed her to advanced research methodologies 🔬. It also fostered cross-cultural academic exchange, contributing to her growth as a globally engaged scientist 🌐. This scholarship marks a significant milestone in her academic journey, reinforcing her dedication to excellence and innovation in veterinary and genetic research.
Research Focus
Assist. Prof. Dr. Asmaa Yehia Ammar specializes in genetics and genetic engineering 🧬, with a strong research focus on environmental stressors and gene expression in animal reproduction and aquatic species 🐟🧫. Her studies explore how factors like low-oxygen environments, thermal stress, and climate variation influence reproductive function, immune responses, and molecular gene regulation in organisms like mice and Nile tilapia 🐭🌡️. Her work bridges molecular biology, veterinary science, and environmental physiology, contributing to advances in animal health, biotechnology, and reproductive genetics 🌍📈. Her research is vital for climate-resilient livestock and aquatic health strategies.
Publication Top Notes
Ammar, A. Y., Minisy, F. M., Shawki, H. H., Mansour, M., Hemeda, S. A., El Nahas, A. F., … & Oishi, H. (2024). Exposure to a Low-Oxygen Environment Causes Implantation Failure and Transcriptomic Shifts in Mouse Uteruses and Ovaries. Biomedicines, 12(5), 1016.