Shireen Sarraf
About Shireen Sarraf
Shireen Sarraf is a NIGMS Postdoctoral Research Associate at the National Institutes of Health, where she has worked since 2014. She holds a PhD in Cell Biology from Harvard University and has previously held postdoctoral positions at both Harvard and the NIH.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Shireen Sarraf has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2014. She currently holds the position of NIGMS Postdoctoral Research Associate (PRAT) at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Prior to this role, she worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at NINDS for nine months in 2013 to 2014. Her ongoing tenure at NIH reflects her commitment to advancing research in her field.
Education and Expertise
Shireen Sarraf has an extensive educational background in the life sciences. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Studio Art from Georgetown University. She then pursued a PhD in Cell Biology at Harvard University, completing her studies in 2013. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Science in Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology from Harvard University School of Public Health, which she completed in 2006. This educational foundation supports her research expertise.
Previous Experience at Harvard University
Before her current role at NIH, Shireen Sarraf worked at Harvard University as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist from 2013 to 2014. During her time at Harvard, she contributed to various research projects, further developing her skills and knowledge in her field. This experience at a prestigious institution has been instrumental in shaping her research career.
Research Focus and Contributions
Shireen Sarraf's research focuses on genetic and molecular epidemiology, with a strong emphasis on cell biology. Her academic training and postdoctoral experiences have equipped her with the necessary skills to contribute to significant research initiatives. Her work at NIH involves collaboration with other researchers and contributes to the broader scientific community's understanding of neurological disorders.