Bilal El Waly
About Bilal El Waly
Bilal El Waly is a project manager and PhD student supervisor with extensive academic and research experience in human genetics and neuroscience. He currently leads the In Vivo Group at NEURO-SYS and has a strong focus on brain repair, neurodegenerative diseases, and glioblastoma research.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Bilal El Waly has been working at Aix-Marseille Université since 2018 as Responsable de projet and superviseur de PhD student. In this role, he oversees PhD students and manages various research projects. His work focuses on advancing knowledge in human genetics and neurosciences, contributing to the academic environment at the university.
Education and Expertise
Bilal El Waly holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Genetics and Neurosciences from Aix-Marseille Université, completed between 2008 and 2012. He furthered his education with studies in Data Science at The University of Edinburgh and completed a program in Design and Interpretation of Clinical Trials at Johns Hopkins University. His qualifications also include a focus on management from the University of London and a qualification in Neuroscience from the Ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur, de la Recherche et de l'Innovation.
Background
Bilal El Waly's academic journey includes significant research and practical experience. He worked as a post-doctoral researcher at CNRS from 2013 to 2018 and was a PhD student at Université de la Méditerranée from 2009 to 2012. His educational background is complemented by workshops in advanced microscopy techniques and single-cell analysis, enhancing his research capabilities.
Research Focus and Achievements
Bilal El Waly specializes in brain repair and remyelination, with a particular emphasis on oligodendrogenesis and adult neurogenesis. His research involves the study of neurodegenerative diseases using big data analysis techniques. He is also engaged in exploring the effects of immunomodulation on glioblastoma and has a strong foundation in both in vivo and in vitro experimental methodologies.
Professional Experience
Currently, Bilal El Waly serves as In Vivo Group Leader at NEURO-SYS, a position he has held since 2021. His professional experience spans various roles, including significant contributions to research projects at CNRS and Aix-Marseille Université. His expertise in cerebral cortex development and transcription factors in brain plasticity further solidifies his role in advancing neuroscience research.