Postdoctoral Research Associate | North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State university | United States
Dr. Salar Hafez Ghoran is an accomplished researcher and postdoctoral scholar specializing in food and nutrition science. Currently affiliated with the Center for Excellence in Post-Harvest Technologies at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, his expertise lies in metabolomic approaches to study dietary biomarkers. Dr. Ghoran has extensive experience in phytochemistry, focusing on the isolation and structural elucidation of bioactive compounds from various natural sources, including plants and marine fungi. His work bridges ethnopharmacology, chemical ecology, and pharmacognosy, aiming to uncover novel compounds with therapeutic potential.
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Education
Dr. Ghoran holds a Ph.D. in Phytochemistry from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, where his research focused on isolating phytochemical compounds from Scilla bisotunensis and Salvia dracocephaloides. He also earned a Master’s degree in Phytochemistry from Golestan University, where he studied alkaloid, terpenoid, and polyphenol compounds. He completed his bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry at Payam Noor University of Urmia. His academic journey is complemented by postdoctoral research fellowships in phytochemistry across leading institutions in Iran, Pakistan, and Indonesia, further refining his expertise in natural product chemistry.
Experience
Dr. Ghoran has extensive experience in chromatographic techniques, structural elucidation using advanced spectroscopy, and bioassays to evaluate the biological activities of natural compounds. His hands-on expertise extends to molecular networking, synthesis of organic compounds, and GNPS analysis. He has collaborated on several projects involving the bioassay-guided isolation of secondary metabolites and optimization of extraction methods for pharmacologically active compounds.
Research Interest
Dr. Ghoran’s research interests revolve around natural product discovery, particularly from plants, marine organisms, fungi, and bacteria. He is passionate about using ethnopharmacological insights to guide his investigations, with an emphasis on chemical ecology, food chemistry, and the bioactivity of natural compounds. His interdisciplinary approach integrates metabolomics, molecular docking, and cheminformatics to advance therapeutic discoveries.
Awards
Dr. Ghoran has been recognized for his contributions to phytochemistry and natural product research. His accolades include excellence awards for his doctoral research and recognition from high-impact journals for his peer-reviewed publications. His dedication to advancing the field has also led to multiple research grants and fellowships.
Selected Publications
- Hafez Ghoran, S., Abdjan, M.I., Kristanti, A.N., Aminah, N.S. (2024): Insights into in vitro and in silico studies of α-glucosidase inhibitors isolated from the leaves of Grewia optiva. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. (IF: 7.7, Q1).
- Elshikh, A., Hafez Ghoran, S., Kabbashi, A., et al. (2024): Vachellia flava: Biological activities and chemical constituents. Plant Biosystems. (IF: 1.6, Q1).
- Hafez Ghoran, S., Yousuf, M., Zafar, H., et al. (2024): In vitro, in silico, and STD-NMR studies of flavonoids from Hypericum helianthemoides against Leishmania major. Journal of Biomolecular Structure & Dynamics. (Accepted).
- Manafi, H., Mozafari, A.A., Hafez Ghoran, S. (2024): Melatonin modulates the phyto-biochemical mechanisms of Hymenocrater longiflorus under salinity stress. Plant Growth Regulation. (IF: 3.5, Q1).
- Satria, D., Hasibuan, P.A.Z., Hafez Ghoran, S., et al. (2024): Cytotoxic effects of Vernonia amygdalina fractions on triple-negative breast cancer cells. Phytomedicine Plus.
- Hafez Ghoran, S., Sousa, E., Fernandes, C., et al. (2023): Peptides from marine-derived fungi: Chemistry and biological activities. Marine Drugs. (IF: 5.4, Q1).
- Danaei, N., Panahi Kokhdan, E., Hafez Ghoran, S., et al. (2022): Stachys pilifera ameliorates pulmonary fibrosis via antioxidant pathways. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. (IF: 2.65, Q2).
Conclusion
Dr. Salar Hafez Ghoran’s impressive academic background, coupled with his extensive research experience, underscores his commitment to advancing food and nutrition science through innovative approaches. His contributions to phytochemistry and natural product research have not only expanded the scientific understanding of bioactive compounds but also opened avenues for therapeutic applications. Dr. Ghoran remains a vital contributor to the global scientific community, continually striving for excellence in research and education.