Riham Bakr
Giza,Egypt
Summary
Experienced Professor specializing in pharmacognosy and phytochemistry, dedicated to student success. Demonstrated ability to support students, develop instructional plans, and effectively organize and grade exams and tests over a thirteen-year career. Recognized for creating a conducive learning environment through well-prepared classes, relevant assignments, and consistent achievement of classroom management and academic goals. Driven by the objective of advancing the department, with a strong background in research. Played a key role in leading the accreditation unit in the faculty of pharmacy, contributing to the design and implementation of strategic plans and crisis management protocols.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Professor of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
07.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Boosted overall department performance by mentoring junior faculty members and sharing best practices.
- Supported multidisciplinary research teams focused on scholarly publication.
- Expanded program offerings by proposing new courses based on current trends within the field of study.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
- Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
- Contributed to the advancement of knowledge in the field by publishing research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
- Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lesson plans.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Ensured curriculum alignment with academic standards through regular course review and updates.
- Maintained regular office hours to provide struggling students with additional course help.
- Assisted in accreditation processes by gathering necessary documentation, preparing reports, and participating in site visits as needed.
- Implemented effective time management strategies while balancing teaching responsibilities with research pursuits.
- Mentored and supervised graduate students, providing valuable guidance for thesis work, research projects, and professional development that are mainly concerned with phytochemical, biological, and pharmaceutical applications from natural resources, recently working on biofuel production from food wastes
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
05.2017 - 07.2022
- Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
- Evaluated student performance through comprehensive assessments, identifying areas of improvement and providing targeted feedback for growth.
- Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
- Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
- Helped struggling students by providing support outside of classrooms and consistently checking in on progress.
- Enhanced student research skills by supervising independent studies projects both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Showcased departmental achievements at regional and national conferences, highlighting the institution''s commitment to academic excellence and innovative teaching strategies.
- Improved student retention rates by developing engaging course materials and utilizing interactive teaching methods.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for pharmacognosy and chemistry of natural products curriculum.
- Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
- Collaborated with faculty members on multidisciplinary projects.
- Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.
- Streamlined the grading process with efficient rubrics and timely feedback on assignments, improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Established strong partnerships with other institutions via collaborative research projects or exchange programs that benefited both faculty members'' professional development as well as student learning experiences globally.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
Lecturer of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
07.2011 - 05.2017
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
Lecturer Assistant
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
02.2007 - 07.2011
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
Specialist of Natural Products,
National Research Center
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Memphis Pharmaceutical Company
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Ensured product compliance with industry regulations by staying up-to-date on relevant standards and guidelines, implementing necessary changes to maintain conformance.
- Promoted adherence to quality standards by educating personnel on quality control.
- Improved product quality by implementing rigorous testing procedures and identifying areas for improvement.
Education
Post-graduate diploma - strategic planning
Institute of National Planning
Egypt07.2023
Post-graduate Diploma - Total Quality Management
The American University
Cairo09.2020
Ph.D. - Pharmacognosy-Pharmaceutical Sciences
Al-Azhar University, Faculty of Pharmacy
Cairo, Egypt04.2011
Master of Science - Pharmacognosy-Pharmaceutical Sciences
Al-Azhar University, Faculty of Pharmacy
Cairo, Egypt02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Ain Shams University, Faculty of Pharmacy
Cairo, Egypt06.2000
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Des Apotres
Zeitoun, Cairo06.1995
Skills
- Technical skills:
- Familiar with laboratory techniques in phytochemistry, including chromatography and spectroscopy
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft excel and google sheets
- Average knowledge in python and SQL for data analysis
- Educational techniques:
- Expertise in curriculum development and instructional design
- Course planning
- Proficient in creating engaging and effective lesson plans integrating problem based learning and case studies
- Experimented in utilizing a variety of assessment tools to measure student learning outcomes
- Skilled in integrating technology into classroom to enhance learning experiences besides using multimedia resources and interactive tools to create dynamic and interactive lessons
- Implemented flipped classroom techniques to promote student engagement and adaptability
- Professional skills:
- Strategic planning: developed and followed the faculty strategic plans (2013-2017), (2019-2023) and the ongoing (2024-2028)
- Project management with experience leading cross-functional teams
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Academic writing and publishing in peer-reviewed journals
H-index and citations
Scopus H-index: 12
Scopus publications: 30
Scopus citations: 333
Google Scholar h-index: 15
Google Scholar publications: 47
Google Scholar citations: 584
ResearchGate publications: 42
ResearchGate Citations: 492
Accomplishments
- Supervised more than 26 graduation projects throught the past years.
- Achieved the accreditation and reaccreditation of faculty of Pharmacy, MSA University in 2017, 202 by completing all necessary documentations, strategic plans and follow-up with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 20 staff members by being former deputy director of the accreditation (2011-2023).
- Heading the training committee and strategic planning committee in the faculty accreditation unit.
Publications
1- Elimam H, El-Sawy HS, Fayed MAA, Mahmoud SH, Bakr RO, Saleh RM, Mostafa A, Elshal MF. 2024. Antiviral potential of rosuvastatin and hesperidin in combination with favipiravir liposomal nanoformulations in targeting the main protease (Mpro 2) of SARS-CoV-2: Molecular docking, molecular dynamics and in-vitro studies. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology: 105799.
2- Abu-Elfotuh K , Hamdan A.M.E, Mohamed S.A., Bakr R.O ,Ahmed A.M., Atwa A.M., Hamdan A.M., Alanzai A.G., Alnahhas R.K., Gowifel A.M.H., Salem M.A. 2024.The potential anti-Alzheimer’s activity of Oxalis corniculata Linn. Methanolic extract in experimental rats: Role of APOE4/LRP1, TLR4/ NF-κβ/NLRP3, Wnt 3/β-catenin/GSK-3β, autophagy and apoptotic cues. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 324, 117731.
3- Fayed M.A.A, Bakr R.O, Yosri N., Khalifa S.A.M., El-Seedi H.R., Hamdan D.I, Refaey M.S. Chemical profiling and cytotoxic potential of the n-butanol fraction of Tamarix nilotica flowers. BMC Complement Med Ther. 2023 May 24;23(1):169.
4. Fayed M.A., Al-Wahaibi L.H., Bakr R.O., Nour M.S., Basudan O.A.,Parvez M.K., Al-Dosari M.S., Abdel-Mageed W.M. 2023. Sterols from Centaurea pumilio L. with cell proliferative activity: In vitro and in silico studies. Open Chemistry, 21: 20220316
5. Wasfi R, Moussa HA, Bakr RO, Abdeltawab NF, Megahed SM. 2023. Anaerobic biodegradation of anthracene by oral Firmicutes isolates from smokers and its potential pathway. International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation, 180 (2023) 105598.
6. Gabr SK, Bakr RO, El-Fishawy AM, El-alfy TS (2022). Morpho-anatomical characters of the floral structures of Erythrina × Neillii Mabberley And Lorence (Fabaceae) and their importance to species characterization. "Bulletin of Faculty of Pharmacy Cairo University, 60(1): Article 3.
7. El-Ashrey MK, Bakr RO, Fayed MAA, Refaey RH, Nissan YM. 2022. Pharmacophore based virtual screening for natural product database revealed possible inhibitors for SARS-COV-2 main protease. Virology, 570: 18-28.
8. Bakr RO, Zaghloul SS, Amer RI, Mostafa DA, El Bishbishy MH 2021. Formulation, characterization and antimicrobial efficacy of Aegle marmelos essential oil nanogel. Research J. Pharm. and Tech. 14(7): 3663-3669.
9. Bakr RO. 2021. A comprehensive review of the Aizoaceae family: Phytochemical, and biological studies. The Natural Products Journal. 11, 2021.
10. Bakr RO, El-Behairy MF, Elissawy AE, Elimam H, Fayed MAA. 2021. New adenosine derivatives from Aizoon canariense L., In vitro anticholinesterase, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic evaluation of its extracts. Molecules, 26(5): 1198.
11. Bakr RO, Shahat EA, Elissawy AE, Fayez AM, Eldahshan OA. 2021. Evaluation of the hepatoprotective activity of Pulicaria incisa subspecies candolleana and in silico screening of its isolated phenolics. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 271: 113767
12. Bakr RO, Amer RI, Attia D, Abdelhafez MM, Al-Mokaddem AK, El-Gendy AG, El-Fishawy AM, Fayed MAA, Gad SS. 2021. In-vivo wound healing activity of a novel composite sponge loaded with mucilage and lipoidal matter of Hibiscus species. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 135: 111225
13. Bakr RO, Tawfike A, El-Gizawy HA, Tawfik N, Abdelmohsen UR, Abdelwahab MF, Alshareef WA, Fayez SM, El-Mancy SHS, El-Fishawy AM, Abdelkawyi MA, Fayed MAA. 2021. The metabolomic analysis of five Mentha species: cytotoxicity, anti-Helicobacter assessment, and the development of polymeric micelles for enhancing the anti-Helicobacter activity. RSC Adv., 11: 7318-7330.
14. Amer R, El-Osaily GH, Bakr RO, El Dine RS, Fayez AM. (2020). Characterization and Pharmacological Evaluation of Anti-Cellulite Herbal Product(s) Encapsulated in 3D-Fabricated Polymeric Microneedles. Sci Rep. 2020 Apr 14;10(1):6316.
15. Bakr RO, Zaghloul SS, Hassan, RA, Sonousi A, Wasfi R, Fayed, MAA. (2020). Antimicrobial activity of Vitex agnus-castus essential oil and molecular docking study of its major constituents. Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants, 23 (1): 2020.
16. Bakr RO, Fayed MAA, Hussein AS, Salem MA. (2019) Tecoma stans: Alkaloid profile and antimicrobial activity. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences, 11(4):341
17. Mostafa E, Fayed MAA, Radwan RA, Bakr RO. (2019) Centaurea pumilio L. extract and nanoparticles: A candidate for healthy skin. Colloids and Surfaces B: biointerfaces, 182: 110350
18. Bakr RO, Amer RI, Fayed MAA, Ragab TIM (2019). A completely polyherbal conditioning and antioxidant shampoo: A phytochemical study and pharmaceutical evaluation. Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences, 11 (2): 105-115.
19. Gabr SK, Bakr RO, Mostafa ES, El-Fishawy AM, and El-alfy TS. (2019). Antioxidant activity and molecular docking study of Erythrina neillii polyphenolics. South African journal of botany, 121: 470-477.
20. Bakr RO, Fayed MAA, Fayez AM, Gabr SK, El-Fishawy AM, and El-alfy TS. (2019). Hepatoprotective activity of Erythrina × neillii leaf extract and characterization of its phytoconstituents. Phytomedicine, 53: 9-17.
21. Gabr SK, Bakr RO, Elshishtawy HM, El-Fishawy AM, and El-alfy TS. (2017). Botanical and genetic characters of Erythrina × neillii Mabberley & Lorence cultivated in Egypt. Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia, 27: 273-281.
22. Bakr RO, Mohamed SA, Waly NE. (2017). Phytochemical and biological investigation of Eugenia uniflora L. cultivated in Egypt. Journal of pharmacognosy and phytotherpy 9(5): 57-66.
23. Shahat EA, Bakr RO, Eldahshan OA, Ayoub NA. (2017). Chemical Composition and Biological Activities of the Essential Oil from Leaves and Flowers of Pulicaria incisa sub. candolleana Growing in Egypt. Chemistry and biodiversity. 14 (4).
24. Bakr RO, El-Naa MM, Zaghloul SS, Omar MM. (2017). Profile of bioactive compounds in Nymphaea alba L. leaves growing in Egypt: hepatoprotective, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. BMC Journal of complementary and alternative medicine. 17:52. DOI:10.1186/s12906-017-1561-2.
25. Bakr, R.O., Mohamed, S.A., Ayoub, N. (2016). Phenolic profile of Centaurea Aegyptiaca L. growing in Egypt and its cytotoxic and antiviral activities. African Journal of Traditional Complementary Alternative Medicine 13(6):135-143.
26. Bakr, R.O., Wasfi, R., Swilam, N., Sallam, I.E. (2016). Characterization of the bioactive constituents of Nymphaea alba rhizomes and evaluation of anti-biofilm as well as antioxidant and cytotoxic properties. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research 10(26): 390-401.
27. Bakr, R.O., El Bishbishy, M.H. (2016). Profile of bioactive compounds of Capparis spinosa var. aegyptiaca growing in Egypt. Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia 26: 514–520.
28. Al-Gendy A.A, Bakr, R.O, El-Gindi O.D. (2015). Production of Flavonoids and Phenolic Compounds by Elicitation of Iphiona mucronata (Forssk.) Asch. & Schweinf (Asteraceae) Callus and Suspension Cultures. International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry; 30: 1293-1300
29. Eleiwa, N.Z.H., Bakr, R.O., Mohamed, S.A. (2014). Phytochemical and Pharmacological Screening of Seeds and Fruits Pulp of Cucurbita moschata Duchesne Cultivated in Egypt. International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 29 (1): 1226-1236.
30. Bakr, R.O (2014-15). Microscopical and Phytochemical Investigation of Egyptian Artemisia judaica l. Var. Sinaitica tackholm and its Free Radical Scavenging Activity. International Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemical Research; 6(4); 698-703
31. Bakr, R.O., Arafa, R.K., El Abd, A.M., El Shishtawy, H.M. (2014). Phenolics of Achillea fragrantissima growing in Egypt and its cytotoxic activity. Journal of Medicinal Plant Research 8 (20):756-762.
32. Afifi, M.S., Elgindi, O.D. and Bakr, R.O. (2014). Flavonoids with acetylated branched glycan and bioactivity of Tipuana tipu (Benth.) Kuntze. Natural Product Research 28 (4): 257-64
33. Al-Gendy, A.A., Bakr, R.O. and El-Gindi, O.D., (2013). Somatic Embryogenesis and Plant Regeneration From Callus and Suspension Cultures of Iphiona mucronata (Forssk). (2013). European Scientific journal 9 (27), 37-49
34. Bakr, R.O., Omer, E.A., Abd EL-Razik, K.A., Abu elnaga, A.S.M., Danial, E.N. and Elgindy, A.G. (2013). Antioxidant and anti-listerial activities of selected Egyptian medicinal plants. African Journal of Microbiology Research 7(37): 4590-4595.
35. Bakr, R.O., El Raey, M.A. and Ashour, R.S. (2013). Phenolic content, radical scavenging activity and cytotoxicity of Tamarix nilotica (Ehrenb.) bunge growing in Egypt. Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytotherapy 5(1):12-20,
36. Bakr, R.O., El-Raey, M.A., Farouk, C.N., Ahmed, H.E., El-Said. O.M. (2012) Radical Scavenging Activity and Cytotoxicity of Euphorbia hirta L. International Journal of Phytomedicine 4 (4).
37. Kansoh, A.L. Afifi, M.S., Elgindi, O.D. and Bakr, R.O. (2009).Chemical Composition, Antimicrobial and Cytotoxic Activities of Essential Oil and Lipoidal Matter of the Flowers and Pods of Tipuana tipu growing in Egypt. Canadian journal of pure and applied sciences 3(1): 661-668.
38. Al-Gendy, A.A., El-Gindi, O.D., and Bakr, R.O. (2008). “Production of flavonoids in callus cultures of Iphiona mucronata, Astraceae.” Egypt.J.Biomed.Sci.28:142-150
Published books
● Bakr, RO "Nymphaea alba and Liver Protection”, Section III Herbs and Plants for Treating Liver Disease, in "Dietary Interventions in Liver Disease"” Ronald Ross Watson, Elsevier, Academic press, 2019; 135-144.
● A key for flavonoid identification using HPLC/MS/MS. Lambert Academic Publishing. ISBN:978-3-330-06756-1. 2017.
Certification
- AWS Academic staff program-AWS Academic hub-9 March-18 April 2024
- Post-graduate diploma, strategic planning, 07/2023, Institute of National Planning, Egypt
Proficiency in developing and implementing strategic plans. Expertise in SWOT analysis and competitive positioning.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
- Post-graduate Diploma, Total Quality Management, 09/2020, The American University, Cairo, Egypt
Principles of quality management. Process improvement techniques. Lean management and six sigma. Quality management systems and ISO.
- The sustainable development goals- A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future, University of Copenhagen, 01/2023.
- Training of trainees, 11/2021, National Authority for Quality and Accreditation of education
- Azure data fundamentals, 17 October, 2021
- Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals, 20 June, 2021.
References
References Prof.Dr. Amal Elgendy, dean of faculty of Pharmacy, Zagazig University.
Prof.Dr. Omayma Elgendy, Head of Pharmacognosy department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Russian University.
Prof.Dr. Manal Shafiq Afifi, Head of Pharmacognosy department, Faculty of Pharmacy, MIU University.
Prof.Dr. Amany ElBarayri, Professor of Pharmacology, Faculty of dentistry, MSA University (Former head of Accreditation Unit, Faculty of Pharmacy, MSA University.
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Professor of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
07.2022 - Current
Assistant Professor, Faculty of Pharmacy
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
05.2017 - 07.2022
Lecturer of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
07.2011 - 05.2017
Lecturer Assistant
October University for Modern Sciences and Arts
02.2007 - 07.2011
Specialist of Natural Products,
National Research Center
01.2005 - 02.2007
Quality Assurance Specialist
Memphis Pharmaceutical Company
01.2001 - 01.2005
Post-graduate diploma - strategic planning
Institute of National Planning
Post-graduate Diploma - Total Quality Management
The American University
Ph.D. - Pharmacognosy-Pharmaceutical Sciences
Al-Azhar University, Faculty of Pharmacy
Master of Science - Pharmacognosy-Pharmaceutical Sciences
Al-Azhar University, Faculty of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Ain Shams University, Faculty of Pharmacy
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame Des Apotres
Affiliations
- Professor of pharmacognosy, faculty of pharmacy
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Upper intermediate (B2)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridInterests
Strategic planning
Education and continuous learning
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