SALIHAH SAAD M ALALYAN

Job Title: Faculty Member

  • Academic Rank: Lecturer

  • College: College of Science and Arts

  • Department: Biology

Lecturer in Cell Biology and Faculty Member in the Department of Biology, College of Science and Arts

Research Interests: Studying the effects of stimulators and inhibitors on cell structure and function.


Qualifications

  • Ph.D. (2024–2025) from the University of Reading, United Kingdom, in Biological Sciences (Specialization: Cell Biology)
    (Ph.D. Thesis: The role of gap junction–mediated cellular communication in the interaction between platelets and neutrophils.)

  • Master’s Degree (2010–2013) from King Saud University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in Biological Sciences (Specialization: Cell Biology, Genetics, and Histology)
    (Master’s Thesis: Characterization of stimulators of T-cell receptor gene loci alpha and delta.)

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Education (2007–2008) from King Khalid University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree (2003–2007) from King Khalid University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in Biological Sciences

Experiences

  • Cell culture and analysis of the effects of natural/chemical compounds on cell growth, division, and migration.

  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) techniques for DNA amplification, cloning, and purification.

  • Gene expression using different types of bacteria.

  • Gel electrophoresis techniques (SDS-PAGE) for protein separation, protein analysis using Western blotting, and protein purification techniques.

  • Proficient in flow cytometry for counting and analyzing microscopic particles such as cells and chromosomes.

  • Use of various standard and advanced optical microscopes for cellular examinations.

Specialties and Skills

  • Member of the Platelet Society

  • Member of the Academic Advising Committee, College of Science and Arts

Training Courses

1. Research Skills & Academic Publishing

  • Mind Mapping and Its Applications in Study (Part I & II)
  • Critical Appraisal of Medical Scientific Research
  • Research Metrics and Publishing Standards in Scopus
  • Researcher Wellbeing and Enhancing Research Productivity
  • Research Opportunities in Light of Saudi Vision 2030
  • Criteria for Acceptance of Research Papers for Publication
  • Establishing Peer-Reviewed Journals in the Digital Environment
  • Academic Integrity and Scientific Research
  • Scientific Citation, Referencing, and Avoiding Plagiarism
  • Building a Research Profile and Measuring Scientific Productivity
  • Research Gap and Scientific Contribution
  • Fundamentals of Research Proposal Preparation and Topic Selection
  • Research Data Collection Tools
  • Research Methodologies and Approaches
  • Research Data and Materials Management
  • Writing a Data Management Plan
  • How to Write a Scientific Paper
  • How to Write a Literature Review
  • Converting a Thesis into a Published Article
  • Writing Professional Peer-Review Reports
  • Publishing Medical Research in Academic Journals
  • Introduction to Altmetrics
  • ORCID Identifiers and Their Importance for Researchers
  • Securing Your First Academic / Postdoctoral Position
2. Databases & Digital Research Resources
  • Proficient Use of:
    • Scopus
    • ScienceDirect
    • Springer Nature Experiments
    • Wiley Online Library
    • Taylor & Francis
    • EBSCOhost
    • MEDLINE
    • Ovid (Basic & Advanced Search)
    • ProQuest
    • AdisInsight
    • ClinicalKey
    • Passport Database
  • JoVE Video Journal
  • BMJ Best Practice & BMJ Journals
  • IGI Global
  • Britannica
  • Oxford Academic Online
  • Saudi Digital Library
  • Information Retrieval for Literature Reviews
3. Academic Writing Skills (English)
  • Academic Writing Skills for Postgraduate Students
  • Writing Academic Articles in English
  • Language for Critical Evaluation and Academic Positioning
  • Overcoming Writer’s Block
  • Presenting Research in 3 Minutes
  • Listening, Note-Taking, and Summarizing Skills
  • English Conversation Skills
4. Statistical Skills & Data Analysis
  • Statistical Analysis Using Excel
  • Basic Statistics in Biomedical Sciences (Theory & Practical)
  • Statistics Refresher Course
  • Transforming Big Data into Added Value
5. Conferences & Scientific Activities
  • Doctoral Research Conference
  • The 2nd Annual Meeting of The Platelet Society
  • Postgraduate Induction Course
  • Training in the Immunogenetics Unit (Research Center)
  • Introduction to Immunology – Level 1
  • Nano – Next Generation of Sensors
6. E-Learning & Educational Technology
  • Blackboard System (Advanced Level)
  • Designing Educational Materials for MOOCs
  • Managing Online Interactive Sessions
  • Creating and Publishing Interactive Digital Content
  • Google Educational Applications
  • Using OneNote in Scientific Research
  • Microsoft Educator Initiative
  • Web Application Development Using Java Servlets
7. Technical & Professional Skills
  • Cybersecurity
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Penetration Testing
  • Information Technology in the Workplace
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Educational Technology & Communication Skills
  • Academic and Professional Communication Skills
  • Problem Analysis and Decision-Making
  • Creative Thinking Skills
  • Time and Energy Management
  • Professional Excellence and Creativity
  • Professional Ethics in the Workplace
8. Academic Identity & Personal Development
  • You and Your Supervisor: Developing Academic Identity
  • Surviving the Viva
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • An Introvert’s Guide to Influence and Impact
  • Stress Management for Busy Professionals
  • Personal Skills for Researchers
  • Continuous Professional Development Series

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General biology in English 
General biology in Arabic

 

 

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