Rubina Sharif

Job title: Research Officer: Research and Development 

Role in GALVmed: Responsible for the control of Document Information Management: research of scientific literature and maintenance of research library catalogue systems/databases, in particular the monitoring of the GALVmed/Inocul8 Livestock Vaccine Database. Also assist with research activities.

Joined GALVmed: March 2008

Nationality: British

Relevant career highlights: I have gained experience working within the UK Veterinary Research Institutes including The Institute of Animal Health on 'a potential recombinant vaccine for Foot and Mouth Disease' and on the 'diagnosis of animal Brucellosis' at the Central Veterinary Agency. I view joining GALVmed, as an invaluable and exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team and help GALVmed gain access/knowledge of relevant research in particular to that which affects animal healthcare in relation to poor livestock farmers.

Education: PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons)

I have a scientific academic background having initially graduated in Biological Sciences, followed by a Masters degree in Biochemical & Molecular Parasitology in England and more recently a PhD in Veterinary molecular Immunology at The Moredun Research Institute/Stirling University, Scotland.

I have enjoyed studying science and in particular the veterinary aspect, which has been focused on more latterly during my research training at Moredun.

Key publications (if relevant): PhD thesis: Examining biological source of MAF (Macrophage Activation Factor) in rainbow trout (O.mykiss) – Biological activity & molecular source. Published 2003

Interests: I love travel, having moved within the UK with my academic studies and since, visiting abroad through work & personal trips enabling me the opportunity to observe a variety of fascinating cultures & traditions. As a result of my roots in the sub-continent, I’m passionate about cricket from county through to International level (supporting Pakistan as well as the West Indies & Scotland teams). Also, having lived in Edinburgh, I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to watch musicals, theatre productions & films; in particular art house, old classics & international. I now reside at our working livestock farm (cattle & sheep) in Dumfriesshire with my husband and baby daughter. I’m partial to sweet foods/deserts and enjoy trying most foods with the exception of pork on religious grounds.