Dr. Nader Akbari, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Dr. Nader Akbari is a faculty member in the Department of Environmental Health, Food Safety Division, at the School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Summary:
Dr. Akbari’s expertise in environmental health and food safety, paired with his consistent scholarly output and innovative research, makes him a strong candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. His contributions reflect a deep commitment to addressing public health and environmental challenges, aligning perfectly with the award’s objectives.
🎓 Education
Dr. Nader Akbari holds a B.Sc. in Food Industry from Tabriz University, Iran (2015), an M.Sc. in Food Safety and Hygiene from Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (2019), and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Food Safety and Hygiene at Tehran University of Medical Sciences.
💼Experience
He has served as a member of the Center for Inclusive Education Development (EDO) and the Central Council of the Educational Development Center (EDC) at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Akbari has been a reviewer for the Journal of Food Safety and Hygiene and the Third National Conference on Food Safety and Hygiene, where he was also on the Executive Committee.
🔬Research Focus
Dr. Akbari’s research primarily explores food safety and hygiene, focusing on heavy metal contamination, carcinogenic compounds in food, aflatoxins, and food packaging safety. His systematic reviews and meta-analyses have addressed public health concerns related to food toxins and environmental health.
Awards
He has been recognized for poster presentations, such as analyzing heavy metal content in cosmetics and evaluating the nutritional quality of food. His educational contributions include designing an educational package on nutritional color indicators to promote healthier food choices.
Dr. Akbari possesses expertise in RNA and DNA extraction, PCR, cell culture, food analysis, heavy metal toxicity, environmental toxicology, and dairy technology. He is proficient in software tools like Microsoft Office, IBM SPSS, and EndNote, and has a strong ability to work in teams.
Publications
- Molecular and technical aspects on the interaction of serum albumin with multifunctional food preservatives
Authors: H. Mohammadzadeh-Aghdash, N. Akbari, K. Esazadeh, J.E.N. Dolatabadi
Year: 2019
Citations: 53
- Influence of education on knowledge, attitude, and practices of students of Isfahan University of Medical Sciences to traffic light inserted on food labeling
Authors: Z. Esfandiari, M.R. Marasi, F. Estaki, V. Sanati, E. Panahi, N. Akbari, et al.
Year: 2019
Citations: 23
- Vitamin D levels in children with otitis media with effusion: a case-control study
Authors: S. Hosseini, M. Khajavi, A. Eftekharian, N. Akbari
Year: 2016
Citations: 20
- The amount and detection method of styrene in foods: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: P. Sadighara, N. Akbari, P. Mostashari, N. Yazdanfar, S. Shokri
Year: 2022
Citations: 10
- Determination of heavy metals in municipal water network of Tehran, Iran: A health risk assessment with a focus on carcinogenicity
Authors: E. Khanniri, S. Esmaeili, M.E. Akbari, E. Molaee-Aghaee, S. Sohrabvandi, et al.
Year: 2023
Citations: 9
- Acrylamide; a neurotoxin in popcorns: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: A. Abedini, M.R. Zirak, N. Akbari, N.V. Saatloo, A. Badeenezhad, P. Sadighara
Year: 2023
Citations: 9
- 4-Methylimidazole, a carcinogenic component in food, amount, methods used for measurement; a systematic review
Authors: N. Akbari, H. Shafaroodi, M. Jahanbakhsh, S. Sabah, E. Molaee-Aghaee, et al.
Year: 2023
Citations: 6
- Amplification, cloning and expression of Brucella melitensis bp26 gene (OMP28) isolated from Markazi province (Iran) and purification of Bp26 Protein
Authors: H. Basiri, N. Akbari, M. Azizpour, S.D. Hosseini, A.M. Behrozikhah, et al.
Year: 2013
Citations: 6
- Determination of melamine contamination in milk with various packaging: a risk assessment study
Authors: K. Ghanati, H. Eghbaljoo, N. Akbari, Y. Mazaheri, S. Aghebat-Bekheir, et al.
Year: 2023
Citations: 5
- Carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risk assessment of lead in traditional and industrial canned black olives from Iran
Authors: N. Shariatifar, S. Mohamadi, N. Akbari, E. Molaee-Aghaee, P. Sadighara, et al.
Year: 2022
Citations: 4
- Effect of sesame oil extraction by traditional and cold press methods on total aflatoxin content
Authors: N. Akbari, M. Sami, Z. Esfandiari, M.J. Tarrahi
Year: 2021
Citations: 3
- Effectiveness of various methods to reduce aflatoxin M1 levels in milk, a systematic review
Authors: Y. Mazaheri, P. Shavali-Gilani, N. Shariatifar, A. Bakhtiyari, Z. Hadian, et al.
Year: 2024
Citations: 2
- The radionuclides contamination in eggs as an environmental marker: a systematic review
Authors: P. Sadighara, A. Mohajer, E. Shamloo, N. Akbari, N. Vakili Saatloo
Year: 2023
Citations: 2
- Sustainable health financing: Health-threatening products
Authors: M. Sheikhy-Chaman, G.J. Khaniki, E. Molaee-Aghaee, N. Akbari, et al.
Year: 2021
Citations: 2
- Assessment of students’ attitude and knowledge about food safety and hygiene in Isfahan University of Medical Sciences
Authors: N. Akbari, S. Azami-Aghdash, Y. Sohraby-Silabi, D. Jafarzadeh, et al.
Year: 2018
Citations: 2
Conclusion:
Dr. Nader Akbari is highly suitable for the Research for Young Scientist Award due to his significant academic and societal contributions. While enhancing his global footprint and funding acquisitions could bolster his profile, his current achievements already establish him as a distinguished researcher in his field.