Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farhad Niknejad is a highly accomplished researcher and academic with 494 citations across 484 documents, 30 published papers, and an h-index of 13, reflecting his strong impact in scientific research and higher education. He holds advanced degrees in medical mycology and microbiology, demonstrating deep expertise in fungal pathogenesis, mycotoxin degradation, and antimicrobial resistance. Dr. Niknejad currently serves as an Associate Professor, where he combines teaching, laboratory research, and mentoring to advance knowledge in medical microbiology and biotechnology. His professional experience spans clinical diagnostics, molecular biology, and environmental mycology, with a focus on fungal toxins, pathogenic mechanisms, and biocontrol solutions using beneficial microorganisms. His research interests include antifungal drug development, microbial detoxification processes, and host–pathogen interactions at the molecular level. Skilled in advanced laboratory methods, microbial genomics, and biostatistical analysis, he has made significant contributions to understanding fungal gene expression and aflatoxin detoxification. Dr. Niknejad has been recognized with multiple academic awards and honors for research excellence, publication impact, and contributions to scientific innovation. In summary, his dynamic academic career, research productivity, and international recognition position him as a leading figure in medical mycology and applied microbiological research, driving advancements in human health and fungal biotechnology.
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Featured Publications
Forootanfar, H., Moezzi, A., Aghaie-Khozani, M., Mahmoudjanlou, Y., Ameri, A., … (2012). Synthetic dye decolorization by three sources of fungal laccase. Iranian Journal of Environmental Health Science & Engineering, 9(1), 27.
Niknejad, F., Nabili, M., Daie Ghazvini, R., & Moazeni, M. (2015). Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles: Advantages of the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae model. Current Medical Mycology, 1(3), 17–24. https://doi.org/10.18869/acadpub.cmm.1.3.17
Dolatabadi, S., Ahmadi, B., Rezaei-Matehkolaei, A., Zarrinfar, H., Skiada, A., … (2018). Mucormycosis in Iran: A six-year retrospective experience. Journal de Mycologie Médicale, 28(2), 269–273.
Veghari, G., Sedaghat, M., Joshaghani, H., Hoseini, S. A., Niknezad, F., … (2010). Association between socio-demographic factors and diabetes mellitus in the north of Iran: A population-based study. International Journal of Diabetes Mellitus, 2(3), 154–157.
Daie Ghazvini, R., Kouhsari, E., Zibafar, E., Hashemi, S. J., Amini, A., … (2016). Antifungal activity and aflatoxin degradation of Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus fermentum against toxigenic Aspergillus parasiticus. The Open Microbiology Journal.