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CV_Dr. Maher Obeidat
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Research Intersets:
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Antimicrobials, Cancer therapy, Autoimmune diseases, Biological control, Extremophiles
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Qualifications
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Degree
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University
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Specialization
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Graduation year
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| 1 | PHD | University of Jordan | Microbiology and Immunology | 2008 | | 2 | MASTER DEGREE | Jordan University of Science and Technology | Applied Microbiology | 1999 | | 3 | BACHELOR'S DEGREE | Jordan University of Science and Technology | Applied Microbiology | 1995 |
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Experiences
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Academic Experience:
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2024 -Current :Dean,Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan,Jordan.
2018 -2019 :Vice-Dean for Academic Affairs,Faculty of Science, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan,Jordan.
2018 -2019 :Vice-Dean for Higher Educations, Planning, Development, and Quality Assurance,Faculty of Science, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan,Jordan.
2018 -2019 :Assistant Dean of Students Affairs,Faculty of Science, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan,Jordan.
2017 -2018 :Head of Department of Biotechnology,Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt-Jordan,Jordan.
2015 -2017 :Head of Department of Basic Sciences,Deanship of Preparatory Year, Majmaa University, Majmaa/Saudi,Saudi Arabia.
2013 -2019 :Associate Professor,Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt- Jordan.,Jordan.
2008 -2013 :Assistant Professor,Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt- Jordan.,Jordan.
2001 -2008 :Lecturer,Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt- Jordan.,Jordan.
1999 -2001 :Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant,Department of Applied Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid/Jordan,Jordan.
1996 -1999 :Teaching Assistant,Department of Applied Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid/Jordan (T.A. During M. Sc. Program),Jordan.
1995 -1996 :Research Assistant,Department of Applied Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid/Jordan,Jordan.
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Administrative Experience:
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2019 -2020 :Dean,Faculty of Science, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, Jordan,Jordan.
2012 -2015 :Head of Department of Biotechnology,Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt-Jordan,Jordan.
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Publications
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1- Phytochemical analysis and anticancer properties of Drimia maritima bulb extracts on colorectal cancer cells ,Molecules, 2023,Vol. 28,no. 1215. 2- OPTIMAL CONDITIONS, EXTRACTION, AND PARTIAL
PURIFICATION OF A POTENTIAL NOVEL ANTIMICROBIAL
COMPOUND PRODUCED BY STREPTOMYCES N-404 STRAIN ,Asian Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Environmental Sciences, 2020,Vol. 22,no. 3. 3- Antimicrobial activities from extracts of seven medicinal plant
species against multidrug-resistant bacteria and fungi ,Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy, 2018,Vol. 10,no. 3. 4- Antimicrobial and anticancer activities of extracts from Urginea
maritima fruits ,African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines, 2017,Vol. 15,no. 1. 5- In vitro selective cytotoxicity of activated parasporal proteins
produced by Bacillus thuringiensis serovars kumamotoensis and tohokuensis
against human cancer cell lines ,African Journal of Biotechnology, 2017,Vol. 16,no. 47. 6- Cytotoxicity of n butanol extracts of Streptomyces against human
breast cancer cells ,International Journal of Pharmacology, 2017,Vol. 13,no. 8. 7- Antimicrobial and insecticidal activities of n-butanol extracts from
some Streptomyces isolates ,Research Journal of Microbiology, 2017,Vol. 12,no. 4. 8- Isolation and characterization of extremely halotolerant Bacillus
species from Dead Sea black mud and determination of their antimicrobial
and hydrolytic activities ,African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2017,Vol. 11,no. 32. 9- In vitro cytotoxic activity of probiotic bacterial cell extracts
against Caco-2 and HRT-18 colorectal cancer cells ,Milchwissenschaft - Millk Science International, 2016,Vol. 69,no. . 10- Evaluation of Beauveria bassiana (Balsamo) Vuillemin isolates
against Bemisiatabaci Genn. (Homoptera: Aleyrodidae) based on laboratory
and field efficacies ,Journal of Food, Agriculture & Environment, 2014,Vol. 12,no. 2. 11- Prevalence of mastitis pathogens and their resistance against
antimicrobial agents in Awassi sheep in Al-Balqa province of Jordan ,American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, 2014,Vol. 9,no. 2. 12- Selection of Beauveria bassiana (Balsamo) Vuillemin isolates for
management of Myzus persicae (Sultzar) (Hom.: Aphidae) based on virulence
and growth related characteristics ,American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Science, 2014,Vol. 9,no. 1.
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University Courses Taught
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1- Microbial Physiology. 2- Diagnostic Microbiology. 3- Advanced Diagnostic Immunology and Serology. 4- Advanced Medical Virology. 5- Advanced Molecular Biology. 6- Infectious Diseases Epidemiology. 7- Microbial Biotechnology. 8- Microbial Genetics. 9- Diagnostic Hematology. 10- Clinical Biochemistry.
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Master and Phd thesis contributions
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Thesis Supervision
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Antibacterial and anti-quorum sensing activities of PLGA-Dihydrocarvone based nanoparticles,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2022.
Antibacterial and anti-quorum sensing activities of PLGA-citronellal based nanoparticles,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2022.
Evaluation of Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Oxidant Activity of Gundelia Tournefortii L. on Rheumatoid Arthritis: An in vivo Study,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2021.
Expression of Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (HER2) in Colorectal Cancer and its Correlation with Clinicopathological Characteristics among Jordanian Patients ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2021.
The prevalence of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) and Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Infection among Thalassemia Patients in Northern Jordan ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2021.
Cytotoxic and Apoptotic Effect of Eminium spiculatum (Blume) Extracts on Human Breast Cancer Cells ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2019.
Genetic Analysis of Apoptosis in Human Breast Cancer Cells Induced by Sinapis alba Extracts ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2019.
Molecular Evaluation of Anticancer Effect of Drimia maritima Bulb Extracts on Colorectal Cancer Cells ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2019.
Molecular Characterization of Leukemia Cell Lines Treated with Seasonally Collected Bee Venom from Jordan ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2019.
Genetic analysis of obesity-related genes among Jordanians ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2015.
Molecular and Biochemical Characterization of Cytotoxic Activity of Some Medicinal Plant Extracts against Breast Cancer Cells ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2014.
Investigation the Activities of Selected Medicinal Plant Extracts against Pathogenic Bacteria and Colorectal Cancer ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2014.
Study the Biochemical Changes in Trace elements, Enzymes and Hormones among Jordanian Infertile Women ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2014.
Micropropagation and antimicrobial activity of some medicinal plants in Jordan ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2012.
Isolation and Molecular Characterization of Thermophilic Bacteria from Jordanian Hot Springs and Determination of their Hydrolytic and Leukemia Cytotoxic Activities ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2010.
Molecular Characterization of Local Streptomyces Isolates and Determination of their Antimicrobial, Insecticidal, and Anticancer Activities ,Al-Balqa Applied University,Master Thesis,2009.
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Projects
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Isolation, Identification, and Cytotoxicity Determination of Local Streptomyces, Bacillus, and Extremophilic Species against Cancer Cells ,The Scientific Research Fund, Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Jordan,2010/06-2013/06.
Isolation, Identification and Development of Entomopathogenic Fungi for Biological Control of Greenhouse Pests in Jordan ,The Scientific Research Fund, Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Jordan,2009/10-2011/10.
Antibacterial and Anti-Leukemic Activities of Seasonally Collected Bee Venom from Jordan and Molecular Determination of its Tumoricidal Effect ,Deanship of Scientific Research, Al-Balqa Applied University,2021/02-2023/08.
Molecular and Biochemical Characterization of Cytotoxic Activity of Some Medicinal Plant Extracts against Cancer Cells ,Deanship of Scientific Research, Al-Balqa Applied University,2015/03-2016/03.
Probiotic anti-carcinogenic effects on different human carcinoma cell line mainly colorectal cell lines ,Abdul Hameed Shoman Fund for Supporting Scientific Research,2013/11-2014/11.
Molecular Characterization of Local Streptomyces Isolates and Determination of Their Cytotoxicity against Breast Cancer Cells ,Abdul Hameed Shoman Fund for Supporting Scientific Research,2012/06-2013/06.
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Conferences and Workshops
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Conference/Workshop Date
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| 1 | Workshop on Jordan Universities Biorisk Management Curriculum Development / U.S. Department of State Biosecurity Engagement Program (BEP) and Sandia National Laboratories International Threat Reduction Program (SNL/IBTR) | Jordan | 2018/12 | | 2 | Workshop on Tips and Tricks to Improve your Research / Thermofisher Scientific-U.S. | Jordan | 2018/05 | | 3 | Unpaid Scientific Vacation, Deanship of Preparatory Year, Majmaa University, Majmaa/Saudi | Saudi Arabia | 2017/08 | | 4 | Workshop on 3M Food Safety and Hygiene Products / Amman | Jordan | 2015/03 | | 5 | Promoting Ethical Values and Responsible Conduct in International Research / Jordan University | Jordan | 2014/05 | | 6 | The Training Course on Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics / Fulbright-Fayoum University, Egypt | Egypt | 2009/10 | | 7 | The International Conference on Agriculture / Al Balqa Applied University | Jordan | 2005/01 | | 8 | The International Conference on Biotechnology / Al-Balqa` Applied University, Jordan | Jordan | 2001/03 | | 9 | The 2nd Conference for Faculty of Sciences / Jordan University of Science and Technology, Jordan | Jordan | 1999/01 | | 10 | The 8th Arab Conference for Sciences / Jordan University, Jordan | Jordan | 1996/03 |
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Books
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| 1 | Chemical Profiles of Selected Jordanian Foods | SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science. Springer, Cham. | 2021 | | 2 | Food traceability in Jordan. Current perspectives | SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science. Springer, Cham. | 2021 |
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Journals Editor/ Reviewer
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Review:
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Jordan Journal of Biological Sciences.
Jordan Journal of Agricultural Sciences.
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Refrences
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Prof. Dr. Fouad Al-Momani-Jordan University of Science and Technology ,fouad57@just.edu.jo.
Prof. Dr. Hala Khyami-Horani-University of Jordan ,horani-h@ju.edu.jo.
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Shatnawi-Al-Balqa Applied University ,m.shatnawi@bau.edu.jo.
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