NAZANIN SAYAD
Uppsala
Summary
A qualified medical doctor with clinical experience and a Master's degree in Medical Research from Uppsala University, skilled in bridging patient care with biomedical investigation. Demonstrated research capabilities in clinical epidemiology and genetic analysis, complemented by practical bioinformatics experience, and cancer research at a cellular level.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Uppsala University
Uppsala
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Investigating the role of ROBO/SLIT signaling in medulloblastoma type 3.
- Conducting gene and protein expression analyses using quantitative PCR and western blotting.
- Optimized cell invasion and migration assays to evaluate the functional significance of this signaling pathway in tumor progression.
- Completed as a 30-credit Master's thesis research at Uppsala University.
Research Intern
SLU (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences)
Uppsla
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Investigated candidate genetic mutations associated with Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) and Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) in English Springer Spaniel dogs.
- Using whole-genome sequencing, bioinformatics analysis, and validation by Sanger sequencing.
- Completed as a 30-credit project at Uppsala University.
General Practitioner
Sina comprehensive health center
Kermanshah
07.2021 - 07.2023
- General practitioner at Sina Comprehensive Health Center, Kermanshah, for 2 years.
- Providing independent medical care in outpatient clinics.
- Treating a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Prescribing medications, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests.
Research Intern
Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences
Kermanshah
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Reviewed existing databases of 27,000 COVID patients.
- Analysis of demographic and clinical factors influencing patient outcomes.
- Developed recommendations for patient admission and ICU referral criteria based on the findings.
Medical Intern
Guilan University of Medical Sciences
Rasht
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Internship in various hospitals for 1.5 years.
- Rotation in major medical departments.
- Practical skills in diagnosis, treatment, and patient communication.
- Prepared reports summarizing clinical findings for review by senior staff members.
Education
Department of Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology
Uppsala University
Uppsala, Sweden06-2025
Guilan University of Medical Sciences
Rasht, Iran04.2021
National organization for development of exceptional talents (SAMPAD)
Kermanshah, Iran01.2014
Skills
- DNA and RNA extraction
- Sanger Sequencing Techniques
- Western Blotting Proficiency
- Clinical Research Expertise
- Foundational Bioinformatics Skills
- Basic R Program Skills
- Basic Python and Bash Scripting Skills
- Advanced Cell Culture Techniques
- Quantitative PCR Expertise
Publications
- Orcid number: 0000-0002-1770-9126
- Demographics, clinical characteristics, and outcomes of 27,256 hospitalized COVID-19 patients in Kermanshah Province, Iran: a retrospective one-year cohort study., BMC Infect Dis., 03/31/22, 10.1186/s12879-022-07312-7
- Effectiveness of oral levamisole as an adjuvant to hepatitis B vaccination in healthcare workers non-responsive to previous vaccination: A randomized controlled trial., New Microbes New Infect., 05/16/23, 10.1016/j.nmni.2023.101141
Languages
- English: Professional working proficiency
- Swedish: Elementary proficiency
- Persian: Native
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading novels
- Playing badminton
- Watching movies
- Sketching
- Listening to music
- Long walks
Membership In University Research Centers
- Infectious Diseases Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Kermanshah
- Behavioral Diseases Research Center, Health Institute, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Kermanshah
Timeline
Research Assistant
Uppsala University
01.2025 - 06.2025
Research Intern
SLU (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences)
09.2024 - 01.2025
General Practitioner
Sina comprehensive health center
07.2021 - 07.2023
Research Intern
Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences
01.2021 - 04.2021
Medical Intern
Guilan University of Medical Sciences
01.2020 - 04.2021
Department of Medical Biochemistry and Microbiology
Uppsala University
Guilan University of Medical Sciences
National organization for development of exceptional talents (SAMPAD)
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