PhD
Dr. Rana Ahmed Youness (H-index = 27) is an Assistant Professor of Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry and Group Leader of the Molecular Genetics Research Team (MGRT) at the Faculty of Biotechnology, German International University (GIU). She earned her B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. from the German University in Cairo (GUC) with highest honors. Her research focuses on non-coding RNAs in cancer biology, gasotransmitter signaling pathways, and natural anti-cancer compounds. She has authored over 60 publications, served as editor/reviewer in top-tier journals, and received prestigious awards including the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Award (2023) and the State Encouragement Award in Medical Sciences (2022). Her team collaborates globally with institutions across Europe, Asia, and the USA
Head of Molecular Genetics Research Team (MGRT) comprising > 60 members (PhD, MSc, BSc students, interns)
Editor and Reviewer for Q1 journals (Scientific Reports, BMC Cancer, Frontiers in Oncology, Aging etc.)
Invited Speaker at 30+ International Conferences (Europe, MENA, USA)
Recipient of multiple ESMO and EASL Merit Awards and DAAD grants
Translational Oncology (2025): “Deciphering the mysteries of MEG3 lncRNA…”
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Nanoscale Advances (2025): “Extracellular vesicles: delivery vehicles for cancer therapeutics”
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Pathology Research and Practice (2024): “miR-17-5p/STAT3/H19 regulatory axis in young breast cancer”
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Heliyon (2023): “Dual targeting of H₂S synthesizing enzymes…”
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Journal of Advanced Research (2020): “Targeting Hydrogen Sulphide Signaling in Breast Cancer”
