Shahrzad Ghafoorianfar

Participated in a meta-analysis on gut microbiome and cognitive function, extracted and managed literature data, used R for preprocessing and statistical testing, and assisted manuscript preparation for publication.

Evaluated metabolic stability of ADC metabolites using liver microsome assays, developed standardized protocols to improve reproducibility, and analyzed chromatographic metabolic profiles to support translational research.

Reviewed and dispensed over 500 prescriptions daily, performed nonsterile and cosmetic compounding per USP standards, assessed drug interactions, and provided clinical counseling to optimize pharmacotherapy.

Assisted Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology labs by preparing materials, supervising experiments, mentoring over 50 students on lab techniques and data analysis, and providing feedback to improve scientific writing.

Prepared MgO nanoparticle suspensions, performed MIC/MBC assays and SEM to assess antimicrobial activity and bacterial adhesion on contact lenses, and interpreted results to guide ocular antimicrobial strategies.

Supervised handling, storage, and distribution of pharmaceutical products under GMP/GSP/GDP, assisted regulatory compliance activities, and prepared and reviewed SOPs to support quality assurance.

Monitored hospital medication supply, maintained pharmacy records and inventory, supported medication dispensing and patient counseling, and assisted in adverse drug reaction monitoring.

Grade: 3.63

Activities and societies: Clinical and hospital pharmacy internships, teaching assistant duties, research on antimicrobial nanoparticles and publication authorship.

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) completed September 2011–July 2020 with a WES-evaluated GPA of 3.63.