Nourhan Ali

Dynamic and dedicated PhD candidate and Veterinary Physiologist with extensive research experience in reproductive biology, focusing on oocyte quality, DNA damage repair mechanisms, and autophagy. Record of collaborative research leading to high-impact publications, including co-first authorship in Nature Communications. Skilled educator with 10 years experience in teaching physiology courses to veterinary and medical students.

Proven ability to manage complex research projects, maintain laboratory animal colonies, and integrate multidisciplinary approaches to advance scientific understanding in reproductive health. Multilingual communication with strong leadership and organizational skills, committed to scientific excellence and innovation. Currently a visiting scholar at University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA since October 14th, 2021.

Visiting Scholar at University of Missouri (2021-10 – 2025-09)

• Conduct advanced research on DNA damage repair and autophagy in mouse oocytes.
• Manage mouse colony including genotyping, breeding, and colony health monitoring.
• Present research progress in monthly seminars and biweekly updates.
• Collaborate internationally and lead experiments on two major projects simultaneously (one published in Nature Communications, one under revision in Nature communications).

Assistant Lecturer at Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University (2019-01 – Present)

• Teaching practical physiology courses to veterinary students.
• Responsible for organizing and leading student practical sessions for multiple years.
• Contributed to curriculum development and student mentoring.
• Delivered lectures and seminars on reproductive physiology and molecular biology.

Demonstrator at Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Assiut University (2015-01 – 2019-12)

• Assisted in teaching physiology courses for medical, pharmacy, dentistry, and veterinary students.
• Developed practical laboratory exercises and student assessments.

PhD in Veterinary Physiology – Assiut University and University of Missouri (2021-10 – 2026-06)

Master of Veterinary Physiology in Veterinary Physiology – Assiut University (2015-01 – 2019-12)

Bachelor of Veterinary Medical Science in Veterinary Medical Science – Assiut University (2010-01 – 2014-12)