Dr. Nourhane A.Darwich | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award  

Dr. Nourhane A.Darwich, Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, Beirut Arab University, Lebanon

Nourhane A. Darwich is a dedicated Lebanese researcher and Ph.D. candidate in Biology at Beirut Arab University, where she specializes in the synthesis and characterization of green nanoparticles under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Mahmoud I. Khalil. Her research integrates material characterization, microbiology, and in vivo studies, reflecting her multidisciplinary expertise. Nourhane holds a Master’s degree in Infection Prevention and Control from Beirut Arab University and a Bachelor’s in Biomedical Science from the Lebanese International University. Her technical skills span advanced analytical techniques such as XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, and FTIR, and she is proficient in microbiological assays, tissue culture methods, and statistical analysis using SPSS. She has contributed significantly as a research assistant and teaching assistant, mentoring students and assisting with experimental design and data analysis. Nourhane is actively involved in student leadership as a Graduate Student Representative and Student Activities Committee member, showcasing her commitment to academic excellence and community engagement.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Nourhane A. Darwich

Nourhane A. Darwich is an exceptionally qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on her extensive academic background, hands-on research experience, and commitment to scientific advancement. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Biology at Beirut Arab University with a specialized focus on nanoparticle synthesis and characterization, particularly green nanoparticles—an emerging and impactful area of research with substantial implications for sustainable science and medicine.

🎓 Education

• 📍 Ph.D. in Biology (2020–Present)
  Beirut Arab University, Lebanon
  Field: Material characterization, In vivo studies, Microbiology

• 📍 Master’s in Infection Prevention and Control (2020)
  Beirut Arab University, Lebanon

• 📍 Bachelor’s in Biomedical Science (2018)
  Lebanese International University (LIU)

💼 Work Experience

• 🧪 Research Assistant (2024–Present)
  Beirut Arab University (BAU)

  • Conducted biogenic synthesis and characterization of nanoparticles

  • In vivo studies on rat models

  • Guided graduate students in research and SPSS analysis

• 🧫 Lab Technician Intern (2017)
  Secours Populaire Libanais Hospital, Nabatieh

  • Bone marrow readings, Bacteriology, Hematology

• 🧪 Medical Laboratory Technician Intern (2017–2018)
  Sabbah Diagnostic Center, South Lebanon

  • Performed diagnostic assays in microbiology, biochemistry, and hematology

• 🦠 Infection Control Intern (2019)
  Makassed General Hospital, Beirut

  • Infection surveillance and outbreak control

• 👩‍🏫 Private Tutor (2022–Present)
  Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics

• 🧬 Teaching & Graduate Assistant (2024–Present)
  Beirut Arab University

  • Labs: Research Techniques, Developmental Biology, Biology I

🏅 Achievements & Responsibilities

• 🧑‍🔬 Proficient in:

  • Nanoparticle synthesis & characterization (XRD, TEM, SEM, etc.)

  • Microbiology assays (MIC, MBC, Biofilm studies)

  • In vivo models using rats

  • Statistical analysis with SPSS

  • Tissue culture techniques

• 🧠 Strong technical command over:

  • Software: Origin, ImageJ, MAUD, Fityk, SPSS, Microsoft Office

  • Data analysis & scientific article writing

• 🧑‍🎓 Graduate Student Representative
  (Faculty of Science, BAU – 2024–Present)

• 🎉 Student Activities Committee Member
  (BAU – 2023–Present)

  • Leadership and event management for student engagement

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