Academic Staff

May 31, 2026, 9:40 a.m.
Araz Gaffar Mohammed Ali (PhD)
Assistant Professor
Assistant Professor in Animal physiology and Reproductive physiology.

Animal Production
College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences
University of Duhok

  • Ph.D. in Reproductive Physiology, Department of Animal Production, College of Agriculture, University of Duhok, Kurdistan Region – Iraq, 2010.
  • M.Sc. in Reproductive Physiology, Department of Surgery & Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Duhok, Kurdistan Region – Iraq, 2003.
  • B.Sc. in Animal Science, College of Agriculture, University of Duhok, Kurdistan Region – Iraq, 1999.
  • High School Diploma in Science, Duhok Preparatory School, Kurdistan Region – Iraq, 1995.

  • Animal physiology.
  • Reproductive physiology.
  • Female fertility & genital diseases.
  • Male fertility & genital diseases.
  • Advanced Endocrinology.
  • Academic Debate.

Academic Activities

I have actively participated in a wide range of academic, scientific, and professional development activities, including specialized workshops, seminars, and training programs in endocrinology, reproductive physiology, and related fields within animal science. I have attended national and international conferences and technical sessions focused on reproductive performance, hormonal regulation, and advanced physiological evaluation in livestock species.

During my Master’s studies, I collaborated with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in field sample collection and hands-on training related to the clinical and analytical components of my research. This collaboration strengthened my skills in field data collection, reproductive assessment, and livestock management in real production environments.

Throughout my Master’s and PhD studies, I also worked closely with blood and tissue laboratories in government hospitals under the supervision of well-recognized medical specialists in the Kurdistan Region, including Dr. Artin Sanbat and Dr. Amer Abdullah. This long-term collaboration provided extensive practical experience in clinical laboratory procedures and diagnostic analyses, enhancing the applied aspect of my research work.

In addition, I visited Poland for academic purposes, where I engaged with universities—particularly Faculties of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Production—and gained exposure to modern research practices. This experience contributed significantly to my understanding of contemporary scientific approaches, many of which I currently integrate into the supervision of graduate students’ research projects.

I have also participated in academic development workshops, quality assurance activities, and training programs in research methodology, scientific writing, and effective teaching strategies. Moreover, I have contributed to departmental committees within the College of Agricultural Engineering Sciences as part of my academic service.

Research

  • Pedawy, A. J. (2025). Effects of hydroponic barley and concentrate diets on leptin, ghrelin, prolactin, and serum biochemical parameters related to lipid and energy metabolism in lactating Karadi ewe. Tropical Animal Health and Production, 57(8), 468.
  • Alkass, J. E., Pedawy, A. J., & Abdulkareem, T. A. (2013). Effect of different dietary protein levels and age on testicular development and ultrastructure in Karadi ram lambs. International Journal of Agricultural and Food Research (Canada), 2(4), 14–24.
  • Alkass, A. G. P. J. E. (2011). Studies on the attainment of puberty in Karadi ewe lambs 1: Effect of level of protein on age and weight at puberty. Journal of Duhok University, 14(1), 104–110.
  • Alkass, A. G. P. J. E. (2010). Ovarian response in superovulated Karadi yearling ewes treated with insulin. Journal of Duhok University, 13(1), 148–152.
  • Alkass, A. G. P. J. E. (2010). Studies on attainment of puberty in Karadi ewe lambs 2: Relationship of age at puberty to some biochemical constituents of blood. Journal of Duhok University, 13(1), 166–170.
  • Pedawy, A. G. M. A. (2009). Effect of overdose synthetic estradiol 17-β hormone on some peripheral blood parameters and bone marrow stem cells in adult female rats. Mesopotamia Journal of Agriculture, 37(4), 2–8.
  • Saleh, A. G. A. M., & Abdullah, Q. H. (2008). Effects of electromagnetic fields on some blood parameters and bone marrow haemopoietic cells in the rat. Zanco Journal of Medical Sciences, 10(1-2).

  • Mechanisms of hormone action.
  • Role of reproductive hormone on stem cells.
  • Endocrine diseases.
  • Role of endocrine hormones in reproduction

Supervision of Graduate Students

In Progress

  1. Yousif Mohammed
  • Degree: MSc in Animal Physiology
  • Thesis Title: The Effect of Energy Levels and Leptin Hormone on Accelerating Puberty in Pure Awassi Sheep
  • Role: Main Supervisor
  • Status: Ongoing