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Prof. Dr. Muhiddin Jouma
He is one of the prominent figures in the fields of biochemistry and clinical chemistry, with an academic and research career spanning over five decades. He holds a PhD in Biochemistry and Clinical Chemistry and began his academic journey at Ruhr University Bochum in Germany as an Assistant Professor before returning to the University of Damascus, where he progressed from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor, and eventually to full Professor of Clinical Chemistry and Biochemistry since 1980 to the present.
He currently serves as a Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy at the Arab International University. Throughout his career, he has held several key leadership positions, including:
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Director of the Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Damascus (since 1992 to present)
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Head of the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, University of Damascus (1983–1992)
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Professor of Clinical and Pathological Chemistry at the University of Applied Sciences – Faculty of Pharmacy, Amman, Jordan (1994–1999)
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Professor of Pathological Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan (2000–2001)
In addition to teaching and academic administration, Dr. Jumaa has significantly contributed to scientific research through numerous pioneering studies and publications addressing advanced topics, such as:
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The role of lipid peroxides in atherosclerosis
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Genes associated with familial hypercholesterolemia in Syria
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Genetic mutations causing beta-thalassemia
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Mutations in the P53 gene linked to tumors
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Cardiovascular risk factors in patients undergoing cardiac catheterization
His career exemplifies the model of a scholar and academic who integrates teaching, administration, and scientific research, contributing to the development of generations of researchers and physicians, while enhancing the reputation of Syrian and Arab universities in medical and pharmaceutical sciences.
