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Biography
Dr. Ali Charara is the Vice President for Academic Affairs at the American University of Kuwait. He earned his Ph.D. in Neurobiology from Laval University, Canada, in 1997, specializing in the anatomic organization and synaptic circuitry of GABA and glutamate systems. His research focuses on understanding the neurobiological mechanisms underlying Parkinson’s disease and schizophrenia, contributing to advancements in neurological studies. He has published over 20 peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters in leading academic journals.
Dr. Charara joined AUK in 2004 as an assistant professor of biology and was promoted to associate professor in 2011. Over the years, he has taught a wide range of biological and interdisciplinary science courses, fostering a research-driven and inquiry-based learning environment. Actively involved in university governance, he has held several leadership roles.
Education
Neurobiology, Doctor of Philosophy, Laval University, Canada
