Prof. Dr. Seyed Mohammad Akrami | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Tehran University of Medical Sciences Iran

📚 Dr. Seyed Mohammad Akrami is a Professor of Medical Genetics at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), Iran. With over two decades of experience, he has contributed significantly to genetic research, education, and clinical diagnostics. He specializes in molecular and cancer genetics, bioethics, and genetic counseling, actively advancing the field through innovative research and teaching.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Akrami earned his MD from Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 1995 and pursued a PhD in Genetics from Nottingham University, UK, in 2002. His PhD focused on “Diagnostic Application of Human DNA Copy Number Analysis,” using advanced techniques like MAPH, PCR, and Southern blotting.

Experience

🏥 Dr. Akrami has held various roles, including Assistant Professor at the Endocrine and Metabolism Research Center, Advisor at the Pasteur Institute of Iran, and Deputy for Strategic Planning at the Iran Red Crescent. He has been a full Professor at TUMS since 2023, teaching courses in molecular genetics, cancer genetics, and developmental genetics while supervising numerous research theses.

Research Interests

🔬 Dr. Akrami’s research revolves around molecular diagnostics, genetic counseling, and bioethics. He has contributed to understanding hereditary diseases like Holt-Oram syndrome, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, and cancer genetics, emphasizing innovative diagnostic methods.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Akrami has received numerous accolades, including the “Best Poster Prize” at Nottingham University, a full PhD scholarship from the Iranian Ministry of Health, and grants for international research collaborations. His work is recognized both nationally and internationally.