Mr. Daniel Elieh-Ali-Komi | Microbiology | Best Extension Activity Award
Mr. Daniel Elieh-Ali-Komi, Charite Medical University, Germany
Mr. Daniel Elieh-Ali-Komi is a highly accomplished medical scientist with extensive academic and professional experience in immunology, allergology, and medical laboratory sciences. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. (Dr. rer. med) at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, a renowned institution in Germany, they are affiliated with both the Institute of Allergology and the Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology (ITMP), where their work focuses on cutting-edge immunological and allergological research. They hold an MSc in Medical Immunology from Tabriz Medical University (2013–2016) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from the Medical University of Kerman (2003–2005). With over 15 years of professional experience, they have excelled in roles such as Medical Laboratory Scientist at Urmia Medical University and the West Azerbaijan Blood Transfusion Organization, specializing in immunohematology, coagulation, and advanced immunological techniques. An accomplished researcher, they are the sole author of Evolutionary History of Immunology (2015), a comprehensive 365-page work prefaced by Prof. Seppo Meri, MD, PhD. They have presented at numerous international congresses, including the 12th and 13th International Congresses of Immunology and Allergy and the GA²LEN Global Urticaria Forum. Additionally, they serve as an editor for Frontiers in Medicine (Dermatology section) and as a reviewer for prestigious journals such as Prostaglandins and Other Lipid Mediators.
Professional Profile 🎓
Summary of Suitability for Best Extension Activity Award 🌍
Mr. Daniel Elieh-Ali-Komi demonstrates extensive academic and professional expertise, with qualifications and achievements that make them a strong contender for the Research for Best Extension Activity Award. Their work and engagement align with the goals of fostering scientific advancement and impactful contributions to immunology and allergy research, as well as interdisciplinary collaboration. Below are the key highlights:
Education 📚
- Ph.D. in Medical Sciences (Dr. rer. Med)
- Institution: Charité University, Berlin, Germany
- Duration: October 2021 – Current
- M.Sc. in Medical Immunology
- Institution: Tabriz Medical University, Iran
- Duration: 2013 – 2016
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Institution: Medical University of Kerman, Iran
- Duration: 2003 – 2005
- Associate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Institution: Azad University of Tabriz, Iran
- Duration: 2000 – 2003
Work Experience 💼
- Ph.D. Researcher
- Institution: Institute of Allergology, Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin
- Dates: October 2021 – Present
- Cellular and Molecular Researcher
- Institution: Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Urmia Medical University
- Dates: July 2020 – September 2021
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Institution: Medical University of Urmia, Trauma Hospital
- Department: Immunohematology and Coagulation Laboratory
- Dates: August 2008 – July 2020
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Institution: West Azerbaijan Blood Transfusion Organization
- Dates: January 2007 – May 2008
Awards and Recognitions 🏅
- Award for Excellence in Immunological Research (2020): Recognized by the Cellular and Molecular Research Center at Urmia Medical University for contributions to immunology.
- Best Poster Presentation (2016): 13th International Congress of Immunology and Allergy, Tabriz, Iran.
- Editor Recognition Award (2023): For outstanding editorial contributions to the Frontiers in Medicine journal (Dermatology section).
- Invited Reviewer Commendation (2022): Recognized by Prostaglandins and Other Lipid Mediators journal for high-quality peer reviews.
- Publication Excellence Award (2015): For the book Evolutionary History of Immunology, with a preface by Prof. Seppo Meri, MD, PhD.
Research Skills 🔬
- Real-time PCR (including troubleshooting and optimization).
- RFLP (Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism).
- DNA and RNA extraction and analysis.
- 2D Gel Electrophoresis and Western Blotting.
- Flow Cytometry for cellular analysis.
- Monoclonal antibody production and engineering.
- Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and tissue sectioning.
- Beta-hexosaminidase Release Assay for mast cell degranulation studies.
- Isolation and culture of adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells.
- SPSS for statistical analysis.
- Coagulation studies and related immunological assays.
- Skilled in preparing grant proposals, protocols, and ethical submissions.