SALIHAH SAAD  AL ALYAN

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.


المؤهلات العلمية

Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (Cell Biology)
University of Reading | United Kingdom | 2024–2025
Thesis: The Role of Gap Junction Intercellular Signalling in Platelet–Neutrophil Interactions
Master of Science in Biological Sciences
(Specialization: Cell Biology, Genetics, and Histology)
King Saud University | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 2010–2013
Thesis: Characterization of Promoters in the T Cell Receptors of Alpha and Delta Gene Locus
Postgraduate Diploma in Education
King Khalid University | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 2007–2008
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
King Khalid University | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia | 2003–2007
 

الخبرات

  • 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.

التخصصات والمهارات

  • Member of the Platelet Society

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

الدورات التدربية

  • Mind Mapping and Its Uses in Studying – Part Two

  • Critical Evaluation of Medical Scientific Research

  • Scientific Research Indicators and Approved Publishing Standards in the Scopus Database

  • Researcher Quality of Life – Ideas for Enhancing Research Productivity for Faculty Members and Postgraduate Students

  • Scientific Research Opportunities for Faculty and Postgraduate Students in Light of Saudi Vision 2030

  • Academic Writing Skills in English for Postgraduate Students

  • Listening, Note-Taking, and Summarizing Skills for English Language Learners

  • Transforming Big Data into Added Value

  • Digital Marketing in the Digital Environment

  • TOEFL Test Preparation for Postgraduate Students

  • Skills in Using the Taylor & Francis Database

  • Criteria for Acceptance of Research Papers for Scientific Publication

  • Establishing Peer-Reviewed Scientific Journals in the Digital Environment

  • Safety on Social Media Platforms

  • Skills in Using the EBSCOhost Database

  • Skills in Using the AdisInsight Database

  • Skills in Using Digital Books – The Saudi Digital Library as a Model

  • Using Linguistic Dictionaries to Write Postgraduate Research Terminology

  • Academic Integrity and Scientific Research

  • Strategic Planning for Information Institutions

  • Skills in Using the MEDLINE Database

  • Mind Mapping and Its Uses in University Study

  • Skills in Using Springer Nature Experiments

  • IEEE Academic Writing and Scientific Publishing

  • Citations and Plagiarism

  • Best Practices for Using the ScienceDirect Database

  • Building a Researcher’s Academic Profile and Methods for Measuring Scientific Productivity

  • Recent Trends in Saudi Scientific Research in Light of Vision 2030

  • Intellectual Property Rights in Scientific Research and Electronic Publishing

  • Communication Skills in the Workplace

  • Importance of Information Security in Digital Resources

  • Procedures for Depositing Theses with Cultural Attachés

  • Personal Skills for Researchers

  • Publishing Skills in Arabic and International Journals

  • Research Data Collection Tools

  • Research Chapters

  • Fundamentals of Preparing a Research Proposal

  • Choosing a Research Topic

  • Research Gap and Scientific Contribution

  • Skills for Accessing Research Resources

  • Idea Organization Skills

  • Resource Management Skills

  • Academic Communication Skills

  • Introductory JoVE Course

  • Designing and Building Electronic Questionnaires – Journals on Ovid

  • Statistical Analysis Using Excel

  • Using the ClinicalKey Search Engine

  • Introduction to the Academic Community: Scientific Journals and Their Indexing in Digital Libraries and Bibliographic Databases

  • Scientific Citation and Referencing

  • Rules of Scientific Research Writing

  • Using the Passport Database as a Distinguished Educational Tool

  • Oxford Academic Online Studies

  • A Journey Through Oxford Journals Online

  • Saudi Digital Library – Your Gateway to the World of Knowledge

  • Scientific Research Methods and Approaches

  • Basic First Aid Skills

  • Blackboard System – Advanced Level

  • Designing Educational Materials for MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) – Second Course

  • Microsoft Educator Initiative and Its Applications in Education – Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert Competition

  • Excel Software

  • Educational Technology and Communication Skills

  • How to Effectively Use Your Mobile Phone to Practice English

  • Steps for Writing a Proper Academic Article in English

  • Toward an Ethical Charter in General and Higher Education

  • Google Educational Applications

  • Effective Classroom Communication Skills

  • Problem Analysis and Decision-Making

  • Cybersecurity

  • PowerPoint Presentations

  • Self-Learning Methods and Strategies

  • Machine Learning Applications

  • Web Application Development Using Java Servlets

  • Internet of Things (IoT) Penetration Testing

  • Professional Ethics in a Shared Work Environment

  • Information Technology in the Workplace – Master Microsoft Programs

  • Self-Development Series – Teaching Skills and Continuous Development

  • Keys to Professional Excellence and Creativity

  • Introduction to Microsoft Excel

  • Introduction to Microsoft Word

  • Creative Thinking Skills in the Workplace

  • English Conversation Skills for Beginners

  • Save for a Better Future Course

    International Academic & Research Development Workshops

  • You and Your Supervisor: Developing Your Academic Identity

  • Surviving the Viva

  • Writing a Data Management Plan for Your Research Project

  • Introduction to Impact

  • Getting Your First Academic Job

  • Getting Your First Postdoctoral Position

  • ORCID Identifiers – What They Are and Why You Need One

  • How to Write a Paper

  • How Will Employers Interview You?

  • Overcoming Writer’s Block

  • Stress Busting for Busy People

  • Language for Voice, Stance, and Critical Evaluation (International & EU Only)

  • How to Get Published

  • What’s Not There? Absences and Difficult Histories in Collections

  • Collections Theories and Methods

  • Ensuring Confirmation of Registration

  • Introduction to Altmetrics

  • An Introvert’s Guide to Influence and Impact

  • Imposter Syndrome

  • Finding Your Way

  • Doctoral Research Conference – Pre-recorded Film

  • Virtual Writing Room

  • Sourcing Information for a Literature Review – Information Retrieval

  • How to Avoid Plagiarism

  • Taking and Editing Photos for Your Thesis

  • Time & Energy Management: Finding Peace, Priorities & Productivity in Turbulent Times

  • How to Write a Literature Review

  • Managing Data and Research Materials

  • Quantitative Methods in Biomedical Sciences: Basic Statistics (Part 1 – Theory)

  • Quantitative Methods in Biomedical Sciences: Basic Statistics (Part 2 – Practical)

  • How to Summarize Your Research in 3 Minutes

  • Basic Statistics Refresher

  • Aim to Be Assertive

  • Running and Managing an Online Interactive Session

  • Preparing to Teach – Part 1 & 2

  • ScienceDirect – How to Identify the Next Steps in Your Research Area

  • How to Use Wiley Online Library

  • Tips for Efficient Writing for Research & Publication

  • How to Turn Your Thesis into an Article

  • Mendeley Reference Management: Easy Storing & Citation

  • BMJ Best Practice and BMJ Journals

  • Research Methods

  • Writing Professional Review Reports

  • Publishing Medical Research in Academic Journals

  • Nature Research Solutions (Nano) – Accelerating Your Research

  • What to Expect from Book Publishing

  • AdisInsight Database – Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Drug Safety & Patent Insights

  • Basic & Advanced Searching on Ovid

  • IGI Global

  • Britannica

  • ProQuest Databases

  • Introduction to JoVE Video Journal

  • Gut–Lung Crosstalk in COVID-19

  • Postgraduate Induction Course

  • Introduction to Immunology – Level 1

  • Training in the Immunogenetics Unit/Genetics Department in the Research Center

  • IC3 Certification (3-Month Program)

  • Nano – Next Generation of Sensors

  • The 2nd Annual Meeting of The Platelet Society

  • Creating Interactive Content and Publishing Online

  • Using OneNote in Scientific Research

  • Common Mistakes in Writing a Search Plan

  • Scientific Writing Workshop

الأبحاث العلمية

الوصف

المقررات التدرسية

General biology in Arabic 
General biology in English 

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