Ali Ebrahim
About Ali Ebrahim
Ali Ebrahim is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Diamond Light Source, specializing in novel sample delivery methods for serial crystallography. He holds a Ph.D. in X-ray Crystallography from the University of Essex and has extensive experience in data collection and analysis.
Work at Diamond Light Source
Ali Ebrahim serves as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Diamond Light Source since 2020. In this role, he provides technical and scientific support to beamline I24, facilitating its effective use by users and MX staff. His work focuses on advancing research in protein-tyrosine-phosphate allostery, serial crystallography, and time-resolved crystallography. Ebrahim's expertise in developing novel sample delivery methods for synchrotrons and X-ray free electron lasers (XFELs) enhances the capabilities of the facility.
Education and Expertise
Ali Ebrahim earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in X-ray Crystallography from the University of Essex, where he studied from 2016 to 2020. Prior to this, he obtained a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Marine Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology from the University of Portsmouth from 2014 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology from the same institution, completed between 2011 and 2014. Ebrahim possesses in-depth technical skills in multi-temperature data collection and crystallographic data analysis.
Background
Ali Ebrahim's early education includes A-level studies in Biology, Sociology, and Psychology at Queensmead 6th Form from 2009 to 2011. He has held various positions, including Laboratory Technician at the University of Portsmouth for two months in 2015, and PHD Researcher at the University of Essex for four years until 2020. Ebrahim's diverse work experience also includes roles as a Manual Note Taker at Clear Links Support Ltd., a Street Fundraiser for Shelter UK, and a Waiter/Bartender at At Your Service Event Staffing.
Collaborations and Research Focus
Ali Ebrahim collaborates with the Keedy Lab from the Advanced Science Research Center at City University of New York on various research projects. His focus on protein-tyrosine-phosphate allostery, serial crystallography, and time-resolved crystallography positions him at the intersection of advanced scientific research and practical applications in the field of crystallography.