Publication of a Scientific Study on Virulence Genes in Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
In a scientific achievement that embodies academic excellence and an active contribution to the advancement of knowledge, Al-Huda University College has published a solid scientific research entitled:
“Profiling virulence genes in ceftazidime-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa: A comprehensive study across five hospitals in Iraq”
The study was published in the Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, a peer-reviewed journal indexed in the Scopus database. This reflects the quality of the research and its commitment to international academic standards, as Scopus is one of the world’s leading databases, hosting millions of peer-reviewed scientific publications and continuously updated.
The research can be accessed عبر the journal’s website:
https://www.pjps.pk
Scopus link:
https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105021990696?origin=resultslist
This research is the result of distinguished scientific efforts carried out within the college. It focused on analyzing and profiling genes associated with virulence factors in Pseudomonas aeruginosa resistant to ceftazidime, through a comprehensive study of clinical samples collected from five hospitals across Iraq.
The importance of this study lies in deepening the scientific understanding of bacterial resistance mechanisms, which supports the development of more efficient and effective therapeutic strategies to address contemporary health challenges.
This achievement was accomplished through the joint efforts of:
- Assistant Professor Dr. Saleem Obaid Gatia – Head of the Medical Laboratory Techniques Department
- Student Safaa Abdulhameed Badiwi – Fourth Stage
This publication represents a valuable addition to the scientific record of Al-Huda University College and an advanced step toward strengthening its research presence at both regional and international levels, particularly in the fields of microbiology and antibiotic resistance.