Infectious Diseases – Associate Professor at Veterinary Research Institute, National Research Centre, Egypt
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emad Beshir Ata is an accomplished veterinary scientist with over two decades of experience in infectious disease research. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the National Research Center (NRC) in Cairo, Egypt, he specializes in molecular virology, vaccine development, and epidemiology of animal diseases. Dr. Ata holds a PhD in Infectious Diseases through a joint program between Sadat City University and Gifu University in Japan. He has conducted scientific missions in China and is actively involved in international collaborative research. Known for his expertise in virology and immunology, Dr. Ata has contributed significantly to the development and evaluation of both live-attenuated and inactivated vaccines. He has authored several peer-reviewed publications and continues to push the boundaries of animal disease diagnostics and prevention. His impactful work supports veterinary public health and livestock biosecurity both regionally and globally.
Academic profile:
🟦Education:
Dr. Emad Beshir Ata began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc.) from El-Menofia University in 2003, graduating with distinction. He then pursued a Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc.) in Infectious Diseases from the same institution in 2009, where his thesis focused on bovine ephemeral fever in Egypt. His academic pinnacle was achieved with a PhD in Infectious Diseases under a joint supervision program between Sadat City University (Egypt) and Gifu University (Japan), completed in 2016. His doctoral research explored the molecular and cellular biology of Equine herpes virus infection, merging global expertise with local relevance. Dr. Ata’s education is distinguished not only by academic excellence but also by international research scholarships that shaped his molecular biology and virology capabilities. This global academic exposure laid a strong foundation for his impactful contributions to veterinary science and infectious disease research.
🟦Experience:
Dr. Ata has a multifaceted career spanning private veterinary practice, pharmaceutical industries, and academic research. He began in 2003 as a practicing veterinarian and clinic owner, and later worked as a medical representative and senior supervisor at Advocure Pharmaceutical Company. From 2006 to 2010, he was a fellowship student at the NRC, contributing to cutting-edge animal disease research. He then progressed from Assistant Researcher (2010–2016) to Researcher (2016–2021) and currently serves as Associate Professor (2021–present) at the Parasitology and Animal Diseases Department, Veterinary Research Institute, NRC. His roles include supervising vaccine development projects, conducting molecular diagnostics, and mentoring young scientists. He also participated in multiple scientific missions to China (Jilin Agricultural University, Guangxi Veterinary Institute) under prestigious programs such as the Talented Young Scientists Program (TYSP). Dr. Ata’s career reflects a deep commitment to advancing animal health through rigorous scientific inquiry and collaboration.
🟦Research Interest:
Dr. Ata’s research centers on the molecular virology and immunology of infectious diseases in animals, with a special focus on virus isolation, diagnostics, and vaccine development. His work encompasses molecular diagnostics of viruses like FMDV, Japanese encephalitis virus, and Trypanosoma evansi, including development of vaccines and immune response evaluation. His PhD focused on Equine herpes virus, and since then, he has expanded his research into the epidemiology and control of zoonotic and endemic diseases in livestock. He has expertise in developing live-attenuated and inactivated vaccines, constructing viral mutants, and evaluating cellular and humoral immune responses post-vaccination. His aim is to improve disease control programs and contribute to veterinary public health and biosecurity. With multiple publications in indexed journals, Dr. Ata is committed to translational research that directly supports disease prevention strategies in Egypt and beyond.
🟦Awards:
Dr. Emad Beshir Ata has received multiple honors that reflect his scientific excellence and contributions to veterinary research. His most prestigious academic achievement was receiving a joint supervision scholarship for his PhD research between Egypt and Japan—a recognition reserved for top graduate scholars. His participation in the Talented Young Scientists Program (TYSP) in China in 2019 further underscored his status as a promising international researcher. Dr. Ata was also selected for multiple scientific exchange missions to top-tier Chinese institutions like Guangxi Veterinary Institute and Jilin Agricultural University. These honors facilitated global collaboration, capacity building, and technological exchange. His awards validate both his research impact and his role in international veterinary science advancement. As a result, he has contributed to high-impact publications, collaborative studies, and vaccine innovation—strengthening global health and disease prevention strategies in animals.
🟦Selected Publications:
🦠 Title: African swine fever virus: A raised global upsurge and a continuous threaten to pig husbandry
Authors: EB Ata, ZJ Li, CW Shi, GL Yang, WT Yang, CF Wang
Citations: 39
Year: 2022
Journal: Microbial Pathogenesis 167, 105561
🧬 Title: Immune response characterization of mice immunized with Lactobacillus plantarum expressing spike antigen of transmissible gastroenteritis virus
Authors: WT Yang, QY Li, EB Ata, YL Jiang, HB Huang, CW Shi, JZ Wang, G Wang
Citations: 31
Year: 2018
Journal: Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology 102, 8307–8318
🌿 Title: Anthelmintic efficacy of Moringa oleifera seed methanolic extract against Fasciola hepatica
Authors: OM Kandil, NMF Hassan, D Sedky, EB Ata, SA Nassar, HA Shalaby
Citations: 27
Year: 2018
Journal: Journal of Parasitic Diseases, 1–11
🐃 Title: Detection of humoral and cellular immune responses in buffaloes naturally infected with sarcocystosis with risk factor assessment
Authors: EE El Shanawany, SA Nassar, EB Ata
Citations: 25
Year: 2019
Journal: Acta Veterinaria 69, 275–289
🐑 Title: Beneficial effects of antioxidants in improving health conditions of sheep infected with foot-and-mouth disease
Authors: HAA Abou-Zeina, SM Nasr, SA Nassar, TK Farag, MK El-Bayoumy, EB Ata
Citations: 23
Year: 2019
Journal: Tropical Animal Health and Production 51, 2379–2386
🐇 Title: Cystic echinococcosis: development of an intermediate host rabbit model for using in vaccination studies
Authors: OM Kandil, KA Abdelrahman, MS Mahmoud, OA Mahdy, EB Ata, AS Aloufi
Citations: 21
Year: 2020
Journal: Experimental Parasitology 208, 107800
🐎 Title: Equine herpesvirus type-1 infection: etiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, identification and recent diagnosis
Authors: EB Ata, A Zaghawa, AA Ghazy, A Elsify, RM Shaapan
Citations: 19
Year: 2018
Journal: Review Article (Journal unspecified)
📸 Title: Electron microscopy and phylogenetic analysis of Bovine papillomavirus infection in cattle from four Egyptian governorates
Authors: EB Ata, AM Allam, MK Elbayoumy, MAEF Mahmoud
Citations: 18
Year: 2021
Journal: Tropical Animal Health and Production 53(1), 160
🟦Conclusion:
Dr. Emad Beshir Mohamed Ata is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award in recognition of his enduring commitment to veterinary infectious disease research and vaccine development. His career demonstrates a rich blend of clinical insight, academic rigor, and laboratory innovation. Continued efforts in global outreach, commercialization, and publication visibility will further solidify his position as a leading scientific voice in his field.