Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farah Nameni | Physiology | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farah Nameni | Physiology | Researcher at IAU/ Varamin-Pishva Branch | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farah Nameni is an accomplished scholar in exercise physiology whose research spans neuroinflammation, oxidative stress mechanisms, and the physiological pathways linking exercise with neuroprotective outcomes, earning her recognition as a dedicated researcher and academic leader. Her educational background, anchored in advanced studies in physiology at Islamic Azad University Varamin-Pishva Branch, provided the foundation for her extensive academic and scientific contributions, further strengthened by her professional role as a faculty member in the same institution, where she has contributed to teaching, research supervision, and laboratory development. Throughout her academic journey, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farah Nameni has cultivated strong research interests focused on molecular and cellular responses to exercise interventions, Alzheimer’s disease models, biochemical markers of stress, neurotrophic signaling, and metabolic adaptations, positioning her work at the intersection of physiology, neuroscience, and sports science. She has developed notable research skills in experimental design, animal model studies, biochemical assays, gene expression analysis, and collaborative academic research, supported by multiple peer-reviewed publications in Scopus-indexed journals. Her work demonstrates proficiency in examining oxidative markers, neurotrophic factors, neurotransmitter receptor regulation, and the therapeutic potential of exercise combined with pharmacological or herbal interventions. In addition to her research productivity, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farah Nameni has contributed to the scientific community through peer-review service and interdisciplinary collaborations, reflecting her growing recognition within the global research landscape. Her awards and honors stem from her academic contributions, successful project participation, and continuous advancements in exercise physiology research, highlighting her commitment to scholarly excellence and ethical scientific inquiry. As her research portfolio continues to expand, she demonstrates strong potential for further contributions to neurophysiological health, exercise-based therapeutic strategies, and translational scientific applications. In conclusion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farah Nameni stands as a dedicated and emerging figure in the field, with her educational foundation, academic experience, research achievements, and scholarly engagement positioning her for continued leadership and future breakthroughs in physiology and related health sciences.

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Featured Publications:

1. Nameni, F., & Elikaei, F. (2025). The response of glutathione oxidase and cytochrome c to exercise training and sodium selenite in the heart tissue of male rats.

2. Nameni, F., & Dehkordi, M. R. A. K. (2025). The effects of weight training and Aklil-ol-Malek on histopathology and C-reactive protein, nuclear factor erythroid-derived 2-like 2 beta-site amyloid precursor protein cleaving enzyme 1 genes expression in Alzheimer’s disease model rats.

3. Nameni, F., Akbari, G., Hadavand, V., Entezari, H., Molaii, S., & Ghadami, N. (2024). Effect of Melilotus extract and exercise on oxidative stress and neuroinflammation in an Alzheimer’s mouse model.

4. Nameni, F., Islami, M. H. A., & Hofmeister, M. (2024). The effect of exercise and sildenafil on brain-derived neurotrophic factor and tropomyosin kinase B receptor in the hippocampus of Alzheimer’s rats.

5. Nameni, F., & Firuzmand, F. (2023). Simultaneous effect of resistance training and folate nano-liposome on dopamine receptors in the brain hippocampus of Alzheimer’s rats.