Ahmad Ibrahim
About Ahmad Ibrahim
Ahmad Ibrahim is a PhD student and researcher specializing in the characterization of new bacterial species and the genomic analysis of Candidate Phyla Radiation. He conducts his research at IHU Méditerranée Infection-Marseille under Professor Didier Raoult and is fluent in three languages, enhancing his ability to communicate across cultures.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Ahmad Ibrahim currently serves as a Researcher PhD Student at Aix-Marseille University, a position he has held since 2019. His research focuses on the genomic characterization of Candidate Phyla Radiation (CPR) and their defense mechanisms. He conducts his research under the supervision of Professor Didier Raoult at IHU Méditerranée Infection-Marseille. Prior to his current role, he completed a six-month student internship at the same university in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Ahmad Ibrahim has a comprehensive educational background in the field of infectious diseases. He earned his Master's degree in Infectious Disease from Aix-Marseille University, studying from 2018 to 2019. Following this, he pursued a PhD in Infectious Diseases at the same institution, achieving his Doctor's Degree from 2019 to 2022. His undergraduate studies were completed at Lebanese University - Faculty of Sciences, where he obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science in Biology from 2014 to 2018.
Research Focus
Ahmad Ibrahim's research primarily involves the characterization of new bacterial species and the emergence of fungal pathogens. He employs advanced methodologies such as culturomics and metagenomics to study and characterize the human microbiota. His work contributes to the understanding of microbial diversity and the mechanisms of pathogen defense.
Language Proficiency
Ahmad Ibrahim is fluently trilingual, which enhances his ability to communicate across multiple cultures. This skill is particularly beneficial in collaborative research environments and international academic settings, facilitating effective communication with diverse teams.