MANAL SHAABAD

Research Staff

Lab Technician

Current

Selected Publications

Effect of CpG Sites on Transcription Factor in Promoter of ‘RASA3' Gene
EKhloud Algothmi, Hadeel Kalboneh, Aisha Alrofaidi,
Mona Alharbi, Reem Farsi, Najla Alburae, Magdah
Ganash, Alawiah Alhebshi, Fatemah Basingab, Sheren
Azhari, Manal Shaabad, Ashraf Dallol, Amany Alqosaibi,

Mohammed Jan, Hesham Aldhalaan, Safiah Alhazmi

 

Array Comparative Genomic Hybridization Based Identification of Key Genetic Alterations at 2p21- p16.3 (MSH2, MSH6, and EPCAM), 3p23-p14.2 (MLH1), 7p22.1 (PMS2) and 1p34.1-p33 (MUTYH) Regions in Hereditary Non Polyposis Colorectal Cancer (Lynch Syndrome) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Mahmood Rasool, Peter Natesan Pushparaj, Zeenat
Mirza, Muhammad Imran Naseer, Heba Abusamra, Maha
Alquaiti, Manal Shaabad, Abdulrahman Mohamed
Saeed Sibiany, Kalamegam Gauthaman, Mohammed

Hussein Al-Qahtani, Sajjad Karim

 

Effect of CpG Sites on Transcription Factor in Promoter of ‘RASA3' Gene
EKhloud Algothmi, Hadeel Kalboneh, Aisha Alrofaidi,
Mona Alharbi, Reem Farsi, Najla Alburae, Magdah
Ganash, Alawiah Alhebshi, Fatemah Basingab, Sheren
Azhari, Manal Shaabad, Ashraf Dallol, Amany Alqosaibi,

Mohammed Jan, Hesham Aldhalaan, Safiah Alhazmi

 

The Need Behind Messenger RNA Sequencing Analysis

Shilu Mathew, Manal Shaabad, Shireen Hussain, Lubna
Mira and Ishtiaq Qadri
Computational Selection and In-
Vitro Validation of Flavonoids as
New Antidepressant Agents
Shilu Mathew, Manal Shaabad, Lobna Mira, Shireen
Hussain, Mohammed Al-Qahtani, Muhammad Abu-
Elmagd, Mourad Assidi
Auruka Gene is Over Expressed in
Saudi Breast Cancer
Manal Shaabad, Shilu Mathew, Ashraf Dallol,
Mohammad H. Al-Qahtani, Adnan Merdad, Abdelbaset
Buhmeida

Education

03/2014

King Abdul-Aziz University

Master of Science in Biochemistry 4.94/5 GPA

07/2007

King Abdul-Aziz University

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry 5/5 GPA

Professional Profile

01/2025 -
GENOME SPECIALIST
Becon development company , KAUST

البرنامج الوطني لتطوير الثروة الحيوانية والسمكية | National Livestock &Fisheries Development

HUMAN MULOCEAR GENOMIC DIAGNOSTIC SUPERVISOR
CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN GENOMIC MEDICINE
RESEARCH LAB SPECIALIST
01/2022 -12/2024
Trained courses for cytogenetic & molecular basic techniques
Hired as a safety officer of DGMU & CEGMR
Worked on molecular diagnostic lab projects
Worked on cytogenetic diagnostic lab projects
Trained in Sequencing of DNA
Worked as a safety officer for the CAP accreditation for the cytogenetic diagnostic lab
Worked as the senior staff for the DNA extraction unit and took a position as Supervisor
assistance
Worked as a trainer for MSc. students for their MSc projects as well-trained new staff for basic
molecular techniques.
Worked on a research project entitled “(BRCA1 & BRCA2) genes mutations detection in breast
cancer patients using PCR technology”
Worked in mutation analysis of FLT3, IDH, CEBPa, NPM, and cMPL in leukemia patients using PCR
and sequencing technology
“Target goal was achieved successfully- Cytogenetic lab accredited with CAP”
Charge of sequencing unit
Worked on a research project for MSc thesis entitled “Molecular Diagnosis of Fragile X syndrome
using Methylation Techniques in a Saudi Cohort”, using MS-PCR & MS-MCA techniques
·Worked on breast cancer research projects for gene expression analysis and genotyping using
qPCR
Worked on thyroid cancer research projects for genotyping using qPCR
Worked on several research projects using a Solid sequencing
Noordex laboratory , KAUST
CEGMR, king Fahad medical research center, KAU , Jeddah
“Target goal was achieved successfully- Cytogenetic lab accredited with CAP”
In 2016 Supervised 43 laboratory technologists working with different service unite
facilities (Phlebotomist- Reception - Extraction-Sanger Sequencing- NGS- CGH Array –
tissue culture- Flowcytometry- Immunohistochemistry-and Affymetrix Array) - in
terms of; distributing tasks and resolving problems, monitoring the fulfillment of tasks
promptly, observing adherence to safety and quality procedures as well as
coordinating between technical staff and administration
Worked as a safety officer for the CAP accreditation for all the diagnostic labs
The target goal was achieved successfully- diagnostic labs accredited with CAP”
Setting up guidelines to maintain high standards as per the CEGMR vision.
Monitoring lab supplies inventory
Establishing a network of communications with distinguished physicians and surgeons
in the KSA to arrange to receive specimens in optimal conditions.
Establishing a communication network with suppliers of lab reagents and consumables
to facilitate logistics issues.
Supervising trainees and following up on the progress of training programs
Carrying out all technical duties routinely performed in the molecular research service
unit.
Organizing conferences and workshops
Worked on several research projects using next-generation sequencing (Illumina -Ion
torrent) platforms
Worked on several research projects using a digital PCR and its analysis
And in 2020 Worked in diagnostic of Covid 19 diagnostic area by multiple methods.

 

Awards

Best Student of University award, May 2008, K.A.A.U
Best Student of Science collage award, Biochemistry Department, May 2007, K.A.A.U
Merit certificate for excellent grade, Biochemistry department, Apr. 2007, K.A.A.U
3rd place for the best presentation, Dengue Fever, Mr. 2006, K.A.A.U
Merit certificate for excellent grade, Biochemistry department, Apr. 2006, K.A.A.U
Merit certificate for excellent grade, Biochemistry department, Apr. 2005, K.A.A.U
Merit certificate for excellent grade, Biochemistry department, Apr. 2004, K.A.A.U
•Merit certificate for excellent grade, Biochemistry department, Apr. 2003, K.A.A.U.