Professor Faisal Alzahrani is a faculty member in the Biochemistry Department at King Abdulaziz University and serves as the head of the Stem Cell Research Unit. He received his PhD from the North West Cancer Research Institute at Bangor University in the UK. His research focuses on stem cell biology, particularly the use of exosomes in managing cancer, infectious diseases, and promoting overall health. Professor Alzahrani has published extensively and plays an active role in national research initiatives that address health, sustainability, and livestock development, contributing to innovation in these fields.
He received his PhD from the North West Cancer Research Institute at Bangor University in the UK, Professor Alzahrani has published extensively and plays an active role in national research initiatives that address health, sustainability, and livestock development, contributing to innovation in these fields.
Next-Generation Therapeutics: Diverse Origins of Extracellular Vesicles in Disease Management
Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are gaining increasing recognition for their vital role in intercellular communication and disease modulation. This talk will explore the therapeutic potential of EVs derived from a range of innovative sources. The presentation will begin with a brief overview of EV biology and their emerging significance in disease pathology. We will then focus on stem cell-derived exosomes, particularly those from mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), and their impact on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) progression. Furthermore, the session will highlight the promise of plant-derived exosomes as accessible, scalable, and biocompatible tools for therapeutic applications. Together, these insights underline the transformative potential of EVs in future disease management strategies