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Sarvin Jahanbani

Blacksburg,Virginia

Summary

I am a fervent neuroscientist on a mission to unravel the mysteries of neurodegenerative diseases. My relentless curiosity and deep-rooted passion for neuroscience have driven me to focus my expertise on understanding the underlying mechanisms of Rett syndrome. With a diverse background in neuroscience and genetic I'm dedicated to make a tangible impact on the lives of individuals affected by these debilitating disorders. I am focusing on how astrocytes play their role in those diseases and my goal is to leverage the latest advancements in technology and data analysis to identify innovative therapeutic strategies, ultimately improving the prognosis and quality of life for patients worldwide.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work history

Graduate research assistant

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Montgomery
01.2023 - Current
  • Conducted extensive literature reviews, contributing to well-informed research projects.
  • Prepared and presented detailed reports on research results weekly.
  • Collaborated with senior researchers, at UCLA and UCCON.
  • Performed data analysis and data visualization on scRNA-seq project.
  • Adhered strictly to lab safety protocols – maintaining a secure work environment.
  • Organized relevant research materials, ensuring ease of reference during project execution.
  • Prepared and delivered lectures on diverse topics related to cellular and molecular neuroscience weekly as TA.
  • Planned, coordinated and executed research projects to gain insight into Kir4.1 channels contribution to astrocyte CO 2 /H + -sensitivity and the drive to breathe, Morphological differences between the two different cluster of astrocyte in RTN region, differentially expressed gene between Rett model and control in RTN region.
  • Organized journal club to share latest insights with professionals in field.
  • Wrote scholarly articles, and papers related to field of expertise.
  • Mentored two undergraduate students at the school of neuroscience annually, providing academic and pastoral support as appropriate.



Pharmaceutical sales representative

Actoverco
Tehran, Iran
11.2020 - 08.2022
  • Developed comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical products, including composition, usage, and side effects.
  • Delivered presentations to healthcare professionals, showcasing product benefits and features.
  • Conducted regular visits to healthcare professionals' offices for discussions and product sampling.
  • Established relationships with doctors, pharmacists, and hospital staff to enhance collaboration.
  • Monitored industry trends and competitor products to refine sales strategies and provide feedback.
  • tutored and trained newcomers to the company.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Neuroscience

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, Virginia
01.2023 -

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Shahrood University of Medical School
Shahrood, Iran
09.2016 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Genetics

Shahid Chamran University of Ahwaz
Ahwaz, Iran
09.2011 - 07.2015

Skills

  • Laboratory equipment operation
  • Cellular and molecular techniques (RNA/DNA isolation, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, western blot, scRNA-seq)
  • Rodent handling
  • Primary and secondary cell culture
  • Inventory control
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Data collection and presentation

International Conferences Presentation:

  • S.Jahanbani1,3, D.K. Mulkey2 and M.L. Olsen3; Astrocyte-Mediated RTN Alterations in Rett Syndrome: Insights from Single-Cell RNA Sequencing
    . International Rett syndrome conference, Boston, MA. June 2025.
  • S.Jahanbani1,3, D.K. Mulkey2 and M.L. Olsen3; Igfbp2 and Fxyd1 distinguish subsets of RTN astrocytes and may contribute to disordered breathing in Rett syndrome. Society for Neuroscience, Chicago, IL. October 2024.

Publications

  • Daniel K. Mulkey1*, Thiago S. Moreira2, Ana C. Takakura3, Sarvin Jahanbani4,5, Michelle L. Olsen4,5; Retrotrapezoid nucleus chemoreception: mechanisms of function and contributions to disordered breathing in disease (Trends in Neurosciences, Aug 2025).
  • A. Morales, E. Korsakova, N. Mansooralavi, P. Soliman, S. Jahanbani, M. L. Olsen, A. Badhuri, W. E. Lowry; Evidence for neuronal DNA damage in Rett Patient Brain (Dis Model Mech, Jul 2025).
  • Cleary CM1, Browning JL2, Armbruster M3, Sobrinho CR1, Strain ML1, Jahanbani S2, Hawkins WE1, Dulla CG3, Olsen ML2, Mulkey DK1*; Kir4.1 channels contribute to astrocyte CO 2 /H + -sensitivity and the drive to breathe (Communications Biology28 March 2024).
  • Jahanbani S1*, Khaksari M, Rahmati M, Bitaraf F.S, Shayannia A, Foroughi K; Nampt/PBEF/Visfatin protects PC12 against high glucose-induced neurotoxicity in an invitro model of diabetic neuropathy via inhibiting oxidative stress, autophagy and apoptosis (Journal of Basic and Clinical Neuroscience, 2021).
  • Foroughi K, Jahanbani S, Nazarnezhad S, Khastar H, Jafarisani M, Tashakori M, et al; Survivin as a Target for Anticancer Phytochemicals According to the Molecular Docking Analysis ( International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics, 2020).
  • Foroughi K, Jahanbani S, Khaksari M, Shayannia A; Obestatin attenuated methamphetamine-induced PC12 cells neurotoxicity via inhibiting autophagy and apoptosis (Human & Experimental Toxicology. 2019).

Timeline

Graduate research assistant

Virginia Tech
01.2023 - Current

Doctor of Philosophy - Neuroscience

Virginia Tech
01.2023 -

Pharmaceutical sales representative

Actoverco
11.2020 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Biotechnology

Shahrood University of Medical School
09.2016 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Genetics

Shahid Chamran University of Ahwaz
09.2011 - 07.2015

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