Dr mojtaba Mortazavi, kerman university, Iran
Dr. Mojtaba Mortazavi, a distinguished biochemist, earned his B.S. in Biology (2000) and Ph.D. in Biochemistry (2011) from Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran. His research spans enzyme structure-function relationships, protein engineering, molecular docking, antimicrobial peptides, and biosensors. Dr. Mortazavi has contributed to notable projects, including stabilizing luciferase enzymes and screening β-lactamase-producing bacteria. He is a prolific author, with publications in Protein Engineering, Design & Selection and Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. His work on drought-responsive proteins and enzyme kinetics is widely recognized. Passionate about innovation, Dr. Mortazavi explores bioluminescence, bioinformatics, and pharmaceutical biotechnology. 🌟📚
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Education
Dr. Mojtaba Mortazavi embarked on his academic journey with a High School Diploma from 12 Bahman High School, Jannat Shahr, Darab, Iran, in 1996 🎓. He earned his B.S. in Biology from Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran, in 2000 🧪. Pursuing his passion for biochemistry, he completed his M.Sc. in Biochemistry at the College of Biological Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, in 2006 🧫. Dr. Mortazavi culminated his academic achievements with a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the same university in 2011, specializing in advanced biochemical research and applications 🥼🔬.
Experience
Dr. Mojtaba Mortazavi is a leading expert in enzyme structure-function relationships and pharmaceutical biotechnology. His work spans molecular identification of β-lactamase-producing bacteria, antimicrobial peptides, and protein-protein interactions. Skilled in recombinant enzyme production, he applies advanced techniques like circular dichroism, fluorescence spectroscopy, and bioinformatics for structural characterization and molecular docking. Dr. Mortazavi excels in peptide engineering, cell culture, and biosensor development, alongside pioneering bioluminescence applications and drought-responsive protein identification in tea. With expertise in cloning, expression, and purification of enzymes, his research bridges biotechnology and pharmaceutical innovation, fostering advancements in nano alumina evaluations and rare codon analysis. 🌱✨
Research Projects
Dr. Mojtaba Mortazavi has contributed significantly to various groundbreaking research areas. His work includes the cloning and characterization of firefly luciferase from a new lampyroid species 🔥, exploring extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing bacteria from clinical specimens 🦠, and the stabilization of luciferase enzyme using site-directed mutagenesis 🧬. Additionally, Dr. Mortazavi led the internal evaluation of the Research Department of Biotechnology at the Institute of Science and High Technology and Environmental Sciences 🏫. These studies reflect his commitment to advancing biotechnology and microbial research.
Research Focus
Dr. Mojtaba Mortazavi’s research spans multiple domains, primarily focusing on protein engineering, biocatalysis, and biochemical analysis. His work includes the design of thermostable luciferases, catalytic nanocomposites, and studies on the Pichia pastoris expression system for protein production. He also investigates the effects of ionic liquids on enzyme structure and activity. His interdisciplinary approach also touches on biotechnology, molecular dynamics, and drug design. Key areas of his expertise include biocatalysis, nanocomposites, biochemical systems, and enzymology. 🧬🔬⚙️🌱
Publication top Notes
Design of thermostable luciferases through arginine saturation in solvent-exposed loops
New developments in Pichia pastoris expression system, review and update
Synthesis and characterization of GO/ZIF-67 nanocomposite: investigation of catalytic activity for the determination of epinine in the presence of dobutamine
The effect of different percentages of triethanolammonium butyrate ionic liquid on the structure and activity of urate oxidase: Molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulation …
cDNA cloning, expression and homology modeling of a luciferase from the firefly Lampyroidea maculata
Design, synthesis and biological assessment of acridine derivatives containing 1, 3, 4-thiadiazole moiety as novel selective acetylcholinesterase inhibitors
Evaluation of tea (Camellia sinensis L.) biochemical traits in normal and drought stress conditions to identify drought tolerant clones
Spectroscopic and functional characterization of Lampyris turkestanicus luciferase: a comparative study
Enhancement of Thermostability of Aspergillus flavus Urate Oxidase by Immobilization on the Ni-Based Magnetic Metal–Organic Framework
Surface charge modification increases firefly luciferase rigidity without alteration in bioluminescence spectra
Effects of 940 MHz EMF on luciferase solution: Structure, function, and dielectric studies