Prof. Dr. Kawther Ali Zaher, MD, VMD, MSc, PhD, is a distinguished Professor of Virology and Immunology at the King Fahd Medical Research Center and the Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia. She is a certified Biorisk Management Officer and Advisor by the International Federation of Biosafety Associations, recognized for her extensive expertise in molecular virology, immunology, and infectious diseases. Prof. Zaher holds advanced degrees in veterinary medicine, virology, and medicine from Cairo University and October 6 University, with a strong academic foundation in antiviral research and vaccine development. Her professional journey spans progressive roles from researcher to professor, during which she has successfully led national and international research projects, including those funded by the National Research Center, Egypt. Her pioneering work focuses on the diagnosis, control, and prevention of viral diseases affecting both human and animal health, contributing significantly to molecular virology advancements. Prof. Zaher has served as an editor for several international journals and is an active member of multiple professional associations, including the American Microbiology Association and the Egyptian Biosafety Association. Her leadership, dedication, and scholarly excellence have positioned her as an influential figure in biomedical research, inspiring innovation and collaboration in virology and immunology.
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Featured Publications
1. Zaher, K. S., Ahmed, W. M., & Zerizer, S. N. (2008). Observations on the biological effects of black cumin seed (Nigella sativa) and green tea (Camellia sinensis). Global Veterinaria, 2(4), 198–204.
2. Ahmed, W. M., & Zaher, K. S. (2008). Observations on lumpy skin disease in local Egyptian cows with emphasis on its impact on ovarian function. African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2(10), 252–257.
3. Zaher, K., Basingab, F., Alrahimi, J., Basahel, K., & Aldahlawi, A. (2023). Gender differences in response to COVID-19 infection and vaccination. Biomedicines, 11(6), 1677.
4. Zaher, K. S., & Ahmed, W. M. (2011). Investigation on Bovine Ephemeral Fever virus in Egyptian cows and buffaloes with emphasis on isolation and identification of a field strain. Global Veterinaria, 6(5), 447–452.
5. Zaher, K. S., & Ahmed, W. M. (2014). Bovine leukemia virus infection in dairy cows in Egypt. Academic Journal of Cancer Research, 7(2), 126–130.*