Assia Derfoul
About Assia Derfoul
Assia Derfoul is a biologist with over 15 years of mentoring experience and expertise in molecular biology, particularly in stem cell research and regenerative medicine. She has worked at the Muscle Disease Unit, NIAMS, NIH since 2016 and has served as a Scientific Review Officer, evaluating numerous grant applications.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Assia Derfoul has been employed as a Biologist at the Muscle Disease Unit, NIAMS, NIH since 2016. In this role, she contributes to research focused on muscle diseases, applying her expertise in molecular biology. Her work involves leading scientific projects and mentoring students and fellows, fostering the next generation of researchers in the field.
Education and Expertise
Assia Derfoul studied at USTHB, where she developed a strong foundation in biological sciences. She specializes in molecular biology, with a particular emphasis on stem cell research and regenerative medicine. Her research aims to address inflammatory and autoimmune diseases affecting the skeletal system, showcasing her commitment to advancing medical knowledge in this area.
Mentoring Experience
With over 15 years of mentoring experience, Assia Derfoul has trained graduate students, research fellows, and summer students. She leads their scientific projects, providing guidance and support to help them develop their research skills and advance their careers in biology and related fields.
Grant Evaluation and Scientific Review
Assia Derfoul has served as a Scientific Review Officer, where she evaluated 77 grant applications across various funding mechanisms. Her responsibilities included reviewing applications for mentored career development, transition awards, research projects, and training programs. She addressed human subjects concerns during the peer review process, ensuring compliance with NIH's regulatory obligations.
Training in Human Subjects Protection
Assia Derfoul is trained in human subjects protection policies and procedures. This training ensures that her research complies with NIH's regulatory obligations when involving human subjects. Her expertise in this area is crucial for maintaining ethical standards in scientific research.