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Dr Loay Hassouneh
Biography
I hold a PhD in Biology (Physiology) awarded in 2008 from V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, Ukraine. My academic interests include teaching General Biology, Physiology, and Anatomy. I have developed substantial teaching experience and effective pedagogical approaches that enable me to present complex biological concepts in an engaging, accessible, and student-centered manner.
My research expertise focuses on the study of age-related characteristics of neurohumoral regulation of physiological functions, as well as investigating the role of intracellular messengers in the mechanisms of hormonal signal transduction. These areas reflect my broader interest in integrative physiology and cellular communication pathways.
During my induction year, I am particularly keen to expand and further develop my expertise in student assessment, with special emphasis on both self-assessment and peer-assessment strategies, as tools to enhance reflective learning and academic performance.
Overall, my university experience — especially my teaching practice — has reinforced my belief that teaching biological sciences is one of the most challenging, demanding, and intellectually stimulating careers. It is also highly diverse and rewarding. I look forward to opportunities to work across different universities, as such experiences are vital for enriching my academic growth, teaching innovation, and professional development.
Qualification
- Ph.D. In Biology, Karazin Kharkov National University, UKRAINE, 2008.
- MSc. In Biology, Karazin Kharkov National University, UKRAINE, 2005.
- Bachelor In Science, University of JORDAN, JORDAN, 2001.
Teaching Interest
Biology, Physiology
Research Interest
Lipid metabolism
Publications
- budayeh, Z. H., Al-Akeedi, M., Salman, A. Y., Najdawi, M. M., Al-Sha’er, M. A., Daghmash, R. M., & Hassouneh, L. K. (2026). Design, synthesis, and evaluation of novel tyrosinase inhibitors for skin depigmentation. International Journal of Applied Pharmaceutics, 18(1), 464–478.
- Hassouneh, L. K., Aldajah, S. O., Najdawi, M. M., Sirhan, A. Y., Abdullah, M. A., Altalhouni, A. A., & Abudayeh, Z. H. (2025). Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids modulate sphingolipid metabolism in the hippocampus of aged rats. Fiziologichnyi Zhurnal (Physiological Journal), 71(6).
- Alrsshdan, Y., Al-Ebini, L., Hassouneh, T., & Ghrear, Y. (2024). Comparative analysis of histamine in fresh processed fish sold in the Jordanian market. Jordan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 17(1).
- Alrsshdan, Y., Najdawi, M., Hassouneh, L., & Talhouni, A. (2024). Quantification of ochratoxin A in 90 spice and herb samples using the ELISA method. Journal of Medicine and Life, 16(9).
- Hassouneh, L., Aldajah, S., Najdawi, M., & Sirhan, A. (2023). Acetylcysteine modulates sphingolipid levels by inhibiting neutral sphingomyelinase during aging in rat tissues. Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica – Drug Research, 80(1).
- AbuHammad, G. A., Naser, A., & Hassouneh, L. K. (2023). Diabetes mellitus-related hospital admissions and prescriptions of antidiabetic agents in England and Wales: An ecological study. BMC Endocrine Disorders, 23(102).
- Alkrad, J., & Hassouneh, L. (2023). Dermal and transdermal macromolecule delivery using enhancer molecules and colloidal carrier systems. Part II: Percutaneous administration of heparin. Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 13(4).
- Hassouneh, L. K., Abudayeh, Z. H., & Abualassal, Q. I. (2022). In vivo and in vitro study of the effect of the anti-asthmatic drug Montelukast on DNA and activity of free radical scavenging enzymes. Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results, 13(6).
- Hassouneh, L. K., Abudayeh, Z. H., & Abualassal, Q. I. (2022). The influence of cytoskeleton-membrane complex of human erythrocytes by osmotic sensitivity under dehydration–rehydration environment. Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results, 1(4).
- Abudayeh, Z. H., Karpiuk, U., Armoon, N., Abualassal, Q., & Hassouneh, L. (2022). Optimizing extractability, phytochemistry, acute toxicity, and hemostatic action of corn silk liquid extract. Journal of Food Quality, 2022.