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Dr Mona Ismail National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries, Egypt

Mona Ismail is an Associate Professor of Phycology at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in Alexandria, Egypt. With a notable expertise in her field, she has authored approximately 40 published papers in international journals, establishing herself as a respected voice in the scientific community. Her contributions extend beyond research, as she actively participates as both an editor and reviewer for various prestigious scientific international journals. Passionate about algae and biodiversity, she remains dedicated to advancing knowledge in these areas through her ongoing studies and scholarly endeavors. With her profound interest and extensive experience, she continues to make valuable contributions to the field of phycology, enriching our understanding of marine ecosystems and biodiversity conservation.

Education:

She holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology with a specialization in Phycology, obtained from the Faculty of Science at Tanta University, Egypt, in May 2010. Her doctoral research focused on the biological treatment of agricultural wastes, particularly in controlling rot root of Glycine Max. Prior to this, she earned her Master of Science degree in Microbiology with a focus on Phycology from Tanta University in October 2005. Her master’s research delved into biomass production of unicellular green algae under various growth conditions. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Botany, and Microbiology, which she completed with distinction, earning a grade of “Very Good” from Tanta University in June 1999. Throughout her academic career, she has demonstrated a keen interest and dedication to the field of Microbiology, particularly in the study of algae and their applications in various domains.

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Experience:

She has been serving as an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries (NIOF) in Alexandria since March 2019, where she contributes her expertise to various research projects and academic initiatives. Prior to this role, she worked as a Researcher at NIOF from June 2013 to 2019, gaining valuable experience in marine science and research methodologies. Beginning her career in academia, she served as an Assistant Researcher at the National Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries in September 2012. Her academic journey started earlier as a Lecturer of Botany and Microbiology, specializing in Phycology, at both the Faculty of Science and Faculty of Education at Kafr El-Sheekh University from January 2011 to June 2013. Before joining NIOF, she also held positions as an Assistant Researcher in Botany and Microbiology at Tanta University and contributed to teaching practical courses in the Botany Department from 2000 to 2005. Through her diverse experiences and dedication to marine science, she continues to make significant contributions to the field.

Publications:

1. Chemodiversity and bioactivity assessment of phlorotannins from some Phaeophyta species from the Red Sea Published By : 2023
2. Morpho-anatomical, and chemical characterization of some calcareous Mediterranean red algae species. Published By : 2023
3. Evaluation of the response of phytoplankton communities to heavy metal stresses using multi-statistical approach, Alexandria coast, Egypt. International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology. Published By : 2023
4. Water quality indices as tools for assessment of the Eastern Harbor’s water status (Alexandria, Egypt) Published By : 2023
5. Physico-chemodiversity variation betweenthe most common calcareous red seaweed, Eastern Harbor, Alexandria, Egypt. Published By : 2023
6. Probiotics and algal functional food Published By : 2022
7. Weekly Fluctuation in Phytoplankton Macromolecular Composition in Response to Environmental Changes in the Eastern Harbour, Alexandria (Egypt). Published By : 2022
8. Phytochemical variation, antioxidant and antidiabetic capacity of extracts of common brown seaweeds from the Red Sea, Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries. Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology & Fisheries. Published By : 2022
9. Chemical characterization and biological activities of ulvan extracted from Ulva fasciata (Chlorophyta). Rendiconti Lincei. Scienze Fisiche e Naturali. Published By : 2022
10. Antioxidant and Antiviral Activity of Sulfated Polysaccharides Derived from Two Sargassum Species of Red Sea Egypt  Published By : 2022