Assoc. Prof. Dr Bushra Moharram | natural product researcher| Women Researcher Award

lecturer ,faculty of pharmacy, Sana’a University,Yemen.

Dr. Bushra Abdulkarim Moharram is a highly qualified and well-established researcher in pharmacognosy and natural product chemistry. Her academic excellence, research contributions, and leadership make her a strong candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award. Her work is not only scientifically significant but also societally impactful, particularly in regions where medicinal plants play a crucial role in healthcare

Publication Profile

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Education :

Dr. Moharram holds a Ph.D. in Natural Product Chemistry from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), where she focused on bioactive compounds derived from medicinal plants. She also earned a Master’s degree in Natural Product Chemistry from UKM and completed her Bachelor of Pharmacy at Sana’a University, Yemen.

Experience :

With years of academic and research experience, Dr. Moharram has played a key role in advancing pharmacognosy education at Sana’a University. She has supervised numerous postgraduate students and contributed significantly to curriculum development. Her expertise extends to laboratory research, analytical chemistry techniques, and collaborations with international scholars in natural medicine and phytochemistry.

Research Focus :

Dr. Moharram’s research primarily revolves around the isolation, characterization, and pharmacological evaluation of bioactive compounds from medicinal plants. She explores their potential applications in treating diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and microbial infections. Her work integrates traditional knowledge with modern scientific methodologies to validate the medicinal properties of indigenous plants.

SKILLS:

She possesses extensive expertise in phytochemical analysis, chromatography, spectroscopy, and bioassays. Additionally, her skills include scientific writing, grant proposal development, and academic mentorship. Her multidisciplinary approach allows her to bridge the gap between traditional medicine and contemporary pharmaceutical sciences.

AWARDS:

Dr. Moharram’s contributions to natural product research have been recognized through various academic awards and research grants. She has received accolades for her publications and presentations at international conferences. Her work has been widely cited, reflecting its impact on the field of pharmacognosy.

Publication :

- - 1. Moharram, B. A., Al-Maqtari, T., Alomaisi, S. A. M. A., Al-Madhagi, W. M., Al-Hakami, I. A., & Al-Mahbashi, H. M. (2025). Exploring the bioactive compounds and anticoagulant effects of Bidens pilosa cultivated in Yemen through chromatographic and molecular docking approaches. Pharmacological Research – Natural Products, 6, 100174. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.prenap.2025.100174
    2. Moharram, B. A., Alburyhi, M. M., Al-Maqtari, T., & Faisa, A. (2025). Evaluating the antidiabetic activity of Aloe niebuhriana latex in alloxan-induced diabetic rats and the development of a novel effervescent granule-based delivery system. The Scientific World Journal, 2025, Article ID 5648662, 13 pages. https://doi.org/10.1155/tswj/5648662
    3. Al-Ansi, Z., Masaoud, M., Hussein, K., Moharram, B., & Al-Madhagi, W. M. (2024). Antibacterial and antioxidant activities of triterpenoids isolated from endemic Euphorbia arbuscula stem latex. Advances in Pharmacological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1155/2024/8273789
    4. Moharram, B. A., Al-Mahbashi, H. M., Al-Maqtari, T., Saif-Ali, R., Al-Hakami, I. A., & Alhaj, W. T. (2023). Leaves of Capparis cartilaginea exhibit promising antidiabetic activity in alloxan-induced diabetic rats. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Allied Sciences, 12(4), 65-75. https://doi.org/10.51847/bS3uSTpfJd
    5. Haseeb, A., Fozia, Ahmad, I., Ullah, H., Iqbal, A., Ullah, R., Moharram, B. A., & Kowalczyk, A. (2022). Ecotoxicological assessment of heavy metals and their biochemical effects in fishes. BioMed Research International, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/3787838
    6. Alhaj, W. T., Moharram, B. A., Al-Maqtari, T., Al-Mahbashi, H. M., & Al-Doaiss, A. A. (2022). The potential of Jatropha variegata fruits as a natural contraceptive: Antifertility activity and phytochemical analysis. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2022.
    7. Assouguem, A., Kara, M., Ramzi, A., Annemer, S., Kowalczyk, A., Ali, E. A., Moharram, B. A., Lazraq, A., & Farah, A. (2022). Evaluation of the effect of four bioactive compounds in combination with chemical products against two spider mites (Tetranychus urticae and Eutetranychus orientalis) (Acari: Tetranychidae). Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2022. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/2004623
    8. Gylan, E. M. A., Moharram, B. A., Al-Kholani, A. I. M., Al-Haddad, K. A., Al-Akwa, A. A. Y., Al-Shamahy, H. A., Al-Hamzi, M. A., & Al-Labani, M. A. (2022). In vitro evaluation of the antimicrobial activity of five herbal extracts against Streptococcus mutans. Universal Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 7(1), 37-44.
    9. Moharram, B. A., Al-Mahbashi, H. M., Al-Maqtari, T., & Saif-Ali, R. (2021). Aloe irafensis, an endemic plant of Yemen: Phytochemical screening, antibacterial, antioxidant, and wound healing activities. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 14(10), 88-94.
    10. Moharram, B. A., Al-Maqtari, T., Al-Doaiss, A. A., & Dhabali, A. A. H. (2020). Antioxidant, antimicrobial, and wound healing potential of Jatropha variegata—An interesting plant endemic to Yemen. Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, 32, 1581-1590.

conclusion:

Her multilingual abilities, strong research output, and mentorship in academia further support her suitability for this recognition. While she already has a strong international footprint, expanding collaborations and translational research applications could further enhance her contributions.

Bushra Moharram | natural product researcher | Women Researcher Award