CV
About Bahareh
My name is Bahareh Karimi Douna,
I hold a master's degree in Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology from The University of Tehran (ranked 1st in Iran by the US News ranking) and a bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering (top 10% of my class).
I have published research papers, participated in various courses and workshops at prestigious universities, and gained extensive lab experience (working with plants, bacterial cultures, DNA extraction, PCR, etc.). I am proficient with computer software and adaptable, diligent, and enthusiastic about learning.
Research interest
Environmental Biotechnology
Environmental Chemistry
Bioremediation / Phytoremediation / Biodegradation
Removal of the contaminants from the environment
Emerging contaminants
Biological Water and wastewater treatment
Nanobiotechnology
Laboratory skill
Molecular Biology: Real-time PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, Microbial DNA Extraction, Viral Molecular Detection, Spectrophotometry, Buffer Preparation
Microbiology: Bacterial/Fungal Culture, Nitrate Reduction Test, Soil Dilution, Microbiology Lab Principles
Instrumentation: GC/LC-MS, QC & Troubleshooting
Computer and software skills
- Bioinformatics, R Programming language, Python
- Web Design, WordPress, Content management
- SPSS (Statistical Analysis Software)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- EndNote (Reference Management Software)
- Adobe Photoshop
- Arc GIS, RS
Honors and Awards
(Tuition Waiver in bachelor and master grade (2011 - 2018
from The University of Tehran (Top-ranking university in Iran) based on US News, Due to the high GPA of diploma and high rank in the entrance exam of science.
Brilliant talent quota (2016)
Top student (in top 10% of the class) in bachelor and pursuing the education in master without entrance exam (Top student’s certification)
Excellent Academic Scores:
General Ecology: 20
Mathematics: 19.25
Ecotourism: 19.25
Waste Management: 20
Park Management: 20
Knowledge of Fisheries and Aquaculture: 20
Wood and its Product: 19
Laboratory of Fermentation Process and Analysis of Biochemicals: 19.5
Specialized English Language and Technical Writing: 20
Publications, Projects, Courses
Voluntary Activities
- Manager of the professional research section and Expert member of the scientific association of Zamin e Farda (An environmental NGO), Tehran, Iran. Since 2018
Leadership position in the research team in field of environmental issues and collecting new information in this area, voluntarily environmental activities, including the translation of English books for children about the environment, Assistant in holding national and international environmental fairs (NGO Certification)
- Book translation for children
- Membership in the Forest app with the slogan of "Stay focused, be present" that in addition to being helped in staying focused on the important things in life, we can join in plant trees in the real world and improve the quality of our environment.
Research and lab assistantship
Students Advised
1- Negar Danafar, “Antibactetial effect of coelomoc fluid of Eisenia fetida”, 2019, University of Tehran, Faculty of New sciences and Technology, Tehran, Iran (Master project).
2- Saleh Karimi Douna, “Bio-design and manufacturing of drinking water bottles with purification and cooling capabilities”, 2015, University of Kamal-ol-molk, Mazandaran, Nowshahr, Iran (Bachelor project).
Work Experience
Research Work In the Service and Support section of NanoAxon Company
Research Work (publishing papers)
University of Tehran, Faculty of New Sciences and Technologies, Tehran, Iran
Author/Translator
Atran Publication Corporation. Tehran. Iran
Researcher
Delta Gameron CO (eng): Conducting part-time, project-centered research on soil and water pollution
Manager of the research section and Expert member of the scientific association of Zamin e Farda, (An environmental NGO), Tehran, Iran-
Leadership position in the research team in the field of environmental issues, voluntary environmental activities
Teaching assistantship (Informal)
University of Tehran, Iran / Natural Recourses Department (Agriculture and Natural Recourses Campus)
Taught Name of Courses: Landscape Ecology and Specialized English Language
Covering the following topics:
- Presented some syllabus
- Developed quizzes, exams, and homework
Gallery
Entertainment
Dancing / workout
Playing instruments (Daf)
Painting (Chiaroscuro workshop)
Reading novels and watching movies and series