Post-doctoral fellow Khalifa University United Arab Emirates
Dr. Stephanie Chacar is a dedicated researcher in Physiology and Molecular and Cellular Aspects of Biology, specializing in cardiovascular aging and metabolic disorders. With a strong background in food chemistry and nutrition, she integrates multidisciplinary approaches to explore the impact of phenolic compounds on health. Currently based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, she contributes to scientific advancements through her role at Khalifa University.
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Education 🎓
- PhD in Life Sciences – Physiology and Pathophysiology (2018)
- Saint Joseph University, Lebanon & Poitiers University, France
- Thesis: The effect of phenolic compounds from grape pomace on cardiovascular aging and microbiota (Honors & Jury Congratulations)
- Master’s in Food Chemistry (2014)
- Saint Joseph University, Lebanon
- Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Dietetics (2011)
- Saint Joseph University, Lebanon
Professional Experience 🌟
- Postdoctoral Fellow (Jan 2022–Present)
- Khalifa University, Department of Medical Sciences, Abu Dhabi
- Research Mentorship and Supervision (Jan 2023–Present)
- Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi
- University Lecturer (2019–2021)
- Saint Joseph University, Lebanon (Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Sciences)
- University Lecturer (Mar 2021–Jun 2021)
- Lebanese German University, Faculty of Public Health
- Supervision of Internships & Practical Work Instructor (2014–2018)
- Saint Joseph University, Lebanon
Research Interests 🎉
Dr. Chacar’s research explores cardiovascular physiology, metabolic disorders, and molecular mechanisms in aging and disease. She investigates the role of polyphenols, cardiac remodeling, and phospho-proteomics in diabetic and hypertensive conditions, aiming to develop novel therapeutic strategies.
Awards 🏆
- First Place Poster Award (May 2024) – The 3rd Anatomy and Cellular Biology Conference, Khalifa University, UAE
- Moderated Poster Presentation (May 2024) – European Society of Cardiology, Lisbon, Portugal
- Flash Talk Presentation – Highlighting cardiac protein dynamics in disease conditions
Publications Top Notes: 📚
Chacar S, et al. (2025). Remodeling of the Cardiac Striatin Interactome in The Diabetic Heart. Scientific Reports. Cited by X articles
Chacar S, et al. (2024). Phospho-proteome profiling in diabetic hearts. Heliyon (Under Review). Link
Chacar S, et al. (2024). Striatin stabilizes excitable cardiomyoblasts. PLOS ONE (Under Review). Link
Al Hageh C, Chacar S, et al. (2024). PHACTR1 and APOC1 variants in coronary artery disease. Lipids in Health and Disease. Cited by X
Al Hageh C, Chacar S, et al. (2024). Genetic and clinical factors in T2D susceptibility. Acta Diabetologica. Cited by X
Chacar S, et al. (2024). Rapid, label-free measurement of membrane potential in cardiomyoblasts. Measurement Science and Technology. Cited by X
O’Sullivan S, Al Hageh C, Chacar S, et al. (2024). HDL levels modulate T2D susceptibility alleles. Lipids in Health and Disease. Cited by X
Chacar S, et al. (2023). Role of CaMKII in diabetes-induced vascular injury. Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders. Cited by X
Al Hageh C, Chacar S, et al. (2023). Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in CAD patients. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice. Cited by X
Al Kury L, Chacar S, et al. (2022). Structural and electrical remodeling of the sinoatrial node in diabetes. Frontiers in Endocrinology. Cited by X