Biography
I have given BSc, MSc, and PhD lectures, and I have supervised MSc and PhD students as well as participated in MSc and PhD viva’s for several students in Iraqi Universities.
Research Interest
My research interests focus on Nutritional Biochemistry and Phytotherapy, particularly the therapeutic potential of dietary polyphenols, medicinal plant extracts, and bioactive compounds such as quercetin and oleuropein in regulating oxidative stress, lipid metabolism, and disease biomarkers. I am also deeply engaged in Cancer Epigenetics and Therapy, exploring how dietary compounds can alter DNA methylation patterns and contribute to innovative cancer treatments, including chemo-photothermal and magnetic field-based therapies. Additionally, I work on Nanotechnology in Biomedicine, developing nanomaterials like nanozymes and magnetite nanospheres for biomedical applications such as enzyme immobilization, toxic metal detection, and antioxidant therapy. My research extends to Oxidative Stress and Toxicology, investigating protective strategies against chemical-induced damage to vital organs, as well as Hyperlipidemia and Metabolic Disorders, where I study the effects of natural compounds and nanoparticles in managing lipid profiles and metabolic health. Furthermore, I have a strong interest in Environmental and Occupational Health, focusing on oxidative stress biomarkers to assess health risks in populations exposed to environmental pollutants.
Publications
- Othman, F.N., Nanakali, N.M. 2025. The Role of Rac-1 Inhibitor in Management of Acute Pancreatitis and Regulation of Chemokine in rat’s model. Journal of Neonatal Surgery, 14(17S), pp.627-632.
- Mahmood, D.A., Nanakali, N.M.Q. and Ali, K.A. 2025. Impact of Vitamin D on Glycemic and Metabolic Markers. Passer Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 7(1), pp.153-161. 10.24271/psr.2025.494010.1856
- Ahmed, H.S., Nanakali, N.M. and Ali, K.A., 2024. Comparison of Biochemical Parameters in Vaccinated and Non-vaccinated SARS-COV-2 Patients in Erbil-City. Cihan University-Erbil Scientific Journal, 8(1), pp.46-57. https://doi.org/10.24086/cuesj.v8n1y2024.pp46-57
- Qadir Nanakali, N.M., Maleki Dana, P., Sadoughi, F., Asemi, Z., Sharifi, M., Asemi, R. and Yousefi, B., 2023. The Role of Dietary Polyphenols in Alternating DNA Methylation in Cancer. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 63(33), pp.12256-12269. https://doi.org/10.1080/10408398.2022.2100313
- Jaf, D.A. and Nanakali, N.M.Q., 2023. The Correlation between Vitamin D Status and Glycosylated Hemoglobin Levels. University of Thi-Qar Journal of Medicine, 26(2), pp.464-475. https://doi.org/10.32792/jmed.v26i2.511
- Jameel, B.S., Ali, K.A. and Nanakali, N.M.Q., 2023. Protective role of gum arabic (Acacia Senegal) against adenine induced nephrotoxicity in male albino rats: Some histological, histochemical, and biochemical studies. Journal of Survey in Fisheries Sciences, 10(1S), pp.6605-6613. https://doi.org/10.53555/sfs.v10i1S.2227
Teaching
Postgraduate Study
- Cell Physiology
- Advanced Endocrinology