shuraymh@ksau-hs.edu.sa 99,781

Dr. Hajer Bin Shuraym

Assistant Professor

Dr. Hajer Bin Shuraym is an Assistant Professor in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department at the College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS. Her outstanding academic journey commenced with a BSc in Clinical Laboratory Sciences from King Saud University, followed by an MSc in Medical Microbiology and a PhD in Medical Mycology, both from the prestigious University of Manchester.

Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Bin Shuraym has garnered numerous prestigious awards, including Distinction Awards from the Saudi Arabia Cultural Bureau in the United Kingdom in 2017 and 2022, as well as the Best Poster Award at the 15th European Conference on Fungal Genetics in Italy in 2020. These accolades are a testament to her exceptional contributions to the field of medical mycology.
Dr. Bin Shuraym's research prowess is showcased in her publications in renowned scientific journals such as Nature Communications and mBio.

Her work delves into the intricate mechanisms of antifungal resistance and the identification of novel therapeutic targets for fungal infections, significantly advancing our understanding of these critical areas. In addition to her research endeavors, Dr. Bin Shuraym actively participates in the British Society for Medical Mycology, further solidifying her commitment to the advancement of knowledge in her field.

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EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DEGREES

PhD in Medical Mycology, University of Manchester, United Kingdom

MSc in Medical Microbiology, University of Manchester, United Kingdom

BSc in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, 2023 – Present.

Clinical Scientist, Microbiology and Mycology, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh (2024–present)

Teaching Assistant, The University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom (2020-2022)

Teaching Assistant, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Department, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, 2014 – 2023.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIGNMENTS

Faculty Enhancement Coordinator, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS (2024–present)

Member, Research Committee, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS (2023–present)

Member, Internship, Alumni, and Community Service Committee, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program, College of Applied Medical Sciences, KSAU-HS (2023–present)

HONORARY DEGREE & AWARDS

Distinction Award, the Saudi Arabia Cultural Bureau, United Kingdom, 2022.

Best Poster Award, the 15^th European Conference on Fungal Genetics, Italy, 2020.

Distinction Award, the Saudi Arabia Cultural Bureau, United Kingdom, 2017.

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PUBLICATIONS

Alharthi, R., Sueiro-Olivares, M., Storer, I., Shuraym, H. B., Scott, J., Al-Shidhani, R., Amich, J. (2024). The sulfur-related metabolic status of Aspergillus fumigatus during infection reveals cytosolic serine hydroxymethyltransferase as a promising antifungal target. Virulence, 16(1), 2449075.

Van Rhijn, N., Zhao, C., Al-Furaji, N. et al. Functional analysis of the Aspergillus fumigatus kinome identifies a druggable DYRK kinase that regulates septal plugging. Nat Commun 15, 4984 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-48592-8

Van Rhijn N, Hemmings S, Storer ISR, Valero C, Bin Shuraym H, Goldman GH, Gsaller F, Amich J, Bromley MJ. Antagonism of the azoles to olorofim and cross‑resistance are governed by linked Transcriptional networks in Aspergillus fumigatus . mBio. 2022; 20; 13(6):e0221522. doi: 10.1128/mbio.02215‑22

SCIENTIFIC MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES

Member of The British Society for Medical Mycology.

CONFERENCES/ WORKSHOP PARTICIPATIONS

Bin Shuraym, H., Scott, J., Amich, J., Bromley, M. J. Development of a series of rapid high-throughput CRISPR-mediated Tet-Off modules in Aspergillus fumigatus. Fungal Update: Mycology 2023, London, United Kingdom, March 2023. (Poster presentation).

Bin Shuraym, H., Thomas, R., Amich, J., Bromley, M. J. A rapid CRISPR-mediated Tet-Off system reveals the phosphoinositide kinases Stt4 and Mss4 are essential for viability of Aspergillus fumigatus.The 15th European Conference on Fungal Genetics, Rome, Italy, February 2020. (Poster presentation).

Bin Shuraym, H., Thomas, R., Amich, J., Bromley, M. J. A rapid CRISPR-mediated Tet-Off system reveals the phosphoinositide kinases Stt4 and Mss4 are essential for viability of Aspergillus fumigatus. The 15th European Conference on Fungal Genetics, Rome, Italy, February 2020. (Oral presentation).

CONTACT INFORMATION

Office location/number: College of Applied Medical Sciences-F

Phone: +966 11 4299999 Ext: 99781

Email: shuraymh@ksau-hs.edu.sa