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Nasser M. Al-Daghri

Professor

Professor of Biochemistry and Director of the Chair for Biomarkers of Chronic Diseases

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2A51 2nd flloor Building 5 College of Science, KSU

introduction/brief CV

Prof. Nasser Al-Daghri is a highly acclaimed scientist in the field of biomedical sciences, recognized both regionally and internationally for his groundbreaking work. Since 2020, he has been ranked among Stanford University’s top 2% of scientists globally. With over 600 published scientific papers and abstracts, and more than 21,000 citations, Prof. Al-Daghri has earned significant recognition for his contributions to clinical biochemistry, metabolism, and vitamin D research.

As of 2024, he holds the distinction of being the world’s most prolific and influential researcher in the areas of vitamin D and obesity. Prof. Al-Daghri has been a full-time Professor of Biochemistry at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, since 2012. His leadership extends to his former role as Dean of the College of Science at King Saud University (2015-2020), as well as Director of the Chair for Biomarkers of Chronic Diseases.

Additionally, he serves as a Research Fellow at the University of Warwick in Coventry, UK, and is a member of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Health Aspects of Musculoskeletal Health and Aging. Prof. Al-Daghri is also an active participant in the WHO Expert Working Group on Bone Health. His vast expertise and influential work continue to shape the future of biomedical research on a global scale.

(see cv) https://faculty.ksu.edu.sa/sites/default/files/Aldaghri%20English%202024.pdf

areas of expertise

ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS:

  1. DEAN, College of Science (2015-2021)
  2. DIRECTOR, Chair for Biomarkers of Chronic Diseases (2018-present)
  3. DIRECTOR, Prince Mutaib bin Abdullah Chair for Biomarkers of Osteoporosis (2010-2018)
  4. DEPUTY-DIRECTOR, Biomarker Research Program, KSU (2008-present)
  5. VICE-DEAN, KSU Research Chairs (2013-2015)
  6. DEPUTY-DIRECTOR, Diabetes and Endocrinology Research Laboratory, KSU (2005-2008)
  7. PMO MANAGER, Structure and Environmental of KSU Strategic Plan (2010-present)
  8. EVENTS DIRECTOR, 2010 4th International Conference on Biomarkers in Chronic Diseases (KSA)
  9. HEAD, Research Center of the College of Science (2007-2008)
  10. HEAD, Research Center, University Diabetes Center, King Saud University (2005-2007)
  11. MEMBER of the Long-Standing Committee for the Radiation Protection, College of Science, KSU
  12. MEMBER, Saudi Charitable Association of Diabetes (2008-present)
  13. VICE-PRESIDENT, Saudi Charitable Association of Diabetes (2016-2020)
  14. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Attracting Unit of Distinguished University Staff (AUDUS) (2009-present)
  15. CHAIRMAN of the 1st Fundamentals of Medical Statistics Course, University of Diabetes Center, King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

 

INTERNATIONAL ROLES

  1. Collaborateur de l'Université de Liegè, WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Health, Aspects of Musculoskeletal Health and Aging, Liège, Belgium (2017-present)
  2. Research Fellow, Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, UK (2013-2017)
  3. Member, WHO Bone Health Expert Working Group (2023-2028)
  4. Member, Committee of Scientific Advisors (CSA), International Osteoporosis Foundation (2018-present)
  5. Editorial Board Member, Aging Clinical and Experimental (see cv)  https://faculty.ksu.edu.sa/sites/default/files/Aldaghri%20English%202024.pdf

publications
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publications

Abstract

by Kaiser Wani 1 2, Balvir Kumar 2, Nasser M Al-Daghri 1, Shaun Sabico 1
2024
publications

Abstract

by Dara Aldisi # 1, Shaun Sabico # 2, Abeer Almiman 2, Amani Al-Farraj 1, Taghreed A Basaeed 1, Kaiser Wani 2, Syed D Hussain 2, Mohammed G A Ansari 2, Philip G McTernan 3, Nasser M Al-Daghri 2
2024
publications

Abstract

by Hibah A Farhan 1, Fatimah A A Al-Ghannam 1, Kaiser Wani 1, Malak N K Khattak 1, Abdullah M Alnaami 1, Mona G Alharbi 1, Abir A Alamro 1, Shaun Sabico 1, Nasser M Al-Daghri 1
2024

courses
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يركز هذا المقرر على أخلاقيات البحث العلمي ومجموعة متنوعة من القضايا ذات الصلة والتي يمكن أن تؤثر على النجاح في مهنة الكيمياء الحيوية، بما في ذلك النزاهة العلمية والامتثال للوائح البحوث…

course

اسم المقرر الدراسي ورمزه: الكيمياء الحيوية للدم ( 471 كيح) عدد الساعات المعتمدة: 3 البرنامج الذي يقدم ضمنه المقرر الدراسي: درجة البكالوريوس في الكيمياء الحيوية السنة أو المستوى…

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القياس الطيفي:التحليل الطيفي الضوئي )المسحي( والتحليل بواسطة الأشعة تحت الحمراء، التحليل الطيفي الوميضي. التحليل اللوني:تنقية البروتينات، التحليل الألفي )أفينيتى( أو غير المحب للماء )هيدروفوبيك(.…

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