Naseem Ahamad, Ph.D.
Stem Cell Biologist | Molecular Biologist | Immunologist
Currently Seeking Faculty / Research Scientist Positions
Professional Summary
Highly motivated researcher with a Ph.D. in Stem Cell Biology and Molecular Biology and over 5 years of postdoctoral experience at leading U.S. research institutions. Expertise spans stem cell dynamics, calcium signaling, immunology, infectious disease research, and regenerative medicine. Strong publication record with 12+ peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals including Science Advances and NPJ Regenerative Medicine.
Education
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2017
Ph.D. in Stem Cell Biology and Molecular Biology
Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, India
Thesis: "Bone marrow regeneration in the mouse using bone marrow-derived stem cells"
2009
M.Sc. in Microbiology
Gurukul Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar, India
Thesis: "Detection of single nucleotide polymorphism in TLR-9 gene of T.B. patients"
2004
B.Sc. in Biology (Zoology, Botany, Chemistry)
DAV College Muzaffar Nagar (CCS University Meerut), India
Research Experience
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March 2023 – November 2024
Research Scientist and Post-Doctoral Fellow
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX, USA
Supervisor: Late Dr. Senlin Li
Focus: Stem cell-based therapeutic approaches for neurodegenerative diseases
Focus: Stem cell-based therapeutic approaches for neurodegenerative diseases
July 2021 – February 2023
Post-Doctoral Fellow
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
Supervisor: Dr. N. Khan
Focus: Influenza A virus infection, CD8+ T cell responses, and pneumonia pathogenesis
Focus: Influenza A virus infection, CD8+ T cell responses, and pneumonia pathogenesis
December 2019 – June 2021
Post-Doctoral Fellow
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX, USA
Supervisor: Dr. B.B. Singh
Focus: Stem cell biology, calcium signaling, and salivary gland regeneration
Focus: Stem cell biology, calcium signaling, and salivary gland regeneration
July 2011 – December 2017
Doctoral Research Fellow (UGC-JRF/SRF)
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, India
Supervisor: Prof. P.C. Rath
Focus: Characterization of bone marrow and mesenchymal stem cells for transplantation
Focus: Characterization of bone marrow and mesenchymal stem cells for transplantation