Role
Heshmat Borhani is a Lecturer in the School of Science and Technology at NTU.
As a dedicated Lecturer in Molecular Biosciences at NTU, he is deeply passionate about fostering engaging learning experiences and advancing impactful research. Currently serving as the Module Leader for the apprentice course, he guides students through the intricacies of Applied Biomedical Science, particularly in the Biomolecular Structure and Function module.
Innovative teaching methodologies, including game-based learning, Gamification, Team-based learning, and video design, form the core of his instructional approach. He takes pride in successfully implementing these methods to bridge learning gaps and enhance student outcomes.
On the research front, he is at the forefront of exploring new techniques in bioinformatics to analyse differential gene expression (dry-projects). Simultaneously, his commitment to sustainability is reflected in wet projects, where he focuses on producing recombinant proteins with a long-term vision.
Excitingly, he is also actively involved in the development of an AWLE (work-like experience) module – 'Professional Skills for Bioscientists' – tailored for second-year students, aiming to provide practical, real-world insights.
Beyond his academic pursuits, he enjoys honing my culinary skills by creating high-quality bread. Additionally, he is eager to engage in volunteer work, particularly in areas related to sustainability and reducing CO2 emissions.
Publications
H. Akbari Borhani, H. Berghmans, S. Trashin, K. De Wael, A. Fago, L. Moens, M. Habibi-
Rezaei and S. Dewilde, Kinetic Properties and Heme Pocket Structure of Two Domains of the Polymeric Hemoglobin of Artemia in Comparison with the Native Molecule, 2015, Biochim
Biophys Acta – protein and proteomics
H. Akbari Borhani, Gh. Hossini-Salekdeh and M. Habibi-Rezaei, Audit of Proteomics in Iran,
2012 Annual Report of Iranian Proteomics Society to the Vice-Presidency for Science and
Technology
H. Akbari Borhani, L. Moens, M. Habibi-Rezaei, S. Dewilde, Ligand binding properties of two
different globin domains and the native hemoglobin of Artemia salina; a comparison study,
58th Annual Meeting of Biophysical Society, Feb 2014, San Francisco, California, USA,
Published on Biophysical Journal 01/2014; 106(2):475a
H. Akbari Borhani, H. Berghmans, L. Moens, S. Dewilde, M. Habibi-Rezaei, Cloning and
expression of 3 different globin domains of Artemia hemoglobin in E. coli, 17th International
Conference on O2-Binding and Sensing Proteins, Aug-Sep 2012, Parma, Italy.
M. Setareh, A. Maryam-Abadi, H. Akbari Borhani, Removing of pyrene and 3-
nitrobenzanthrone from water by utilizing carbon nanotube; molecular dynamics simulation
approach, Nanofair 2012 - 9th International Nanotechnology Symposium, Jun 2012, Dresden,
Germany.
A. Taghavi-Nasrabadi, H. Akbari Borhani, M. Setareh, M. Ferdousi, Study of interactions of 4
biological molecules and different SWCNTs: molecular dynamics simulation approach, 12th
Iranian Congress in Biochemistry (ICB) & 4th International Congress in Biochemistry &
Molecular Biology (ICBMB), Sep 2011, Mashhad, Iran, Published on Clinical Biochemistry
09/2011; 44(13), 76
H. Akbari Borhani, A. Mosavi-Movahedi, M. Habibi-Rezaei, Immobilization of sorbitol
dehydrogenase by a modified physical adsorptive method, 2nd Iran-India Joint Conference on
Nanotechnology (IIJCN), May 2009, Esfahan University, Esfahan, Iran.
H. Akbari Borhani, A. Badiei, A. Mosavi-Movahedi, M. Habibi-Rezaei, Adsorptive
immobilization of sorbitol dehydrogenase by enhanced solvotropic interaction method, 33rd
FEBS Congress and 11th IUBMB Conference, Jun- Jul 2008, Athens, Greece, Published on FEBS
Journal 6/2008; 275(1), 367
Course(s) I teach on
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Postgraduate taught | Full-time / Part-time / Sandwich / January start (Postgraduate)COURSE
Biotechnology - MSc
https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/science-and-technology/pg/msc-biotechnology
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Postgraduate taught | Full-time / Part-time / Sandwich / January start (Postgraduate)COURSE
Molecular Cell Biology - MSc
https://www.ntu.ac.uk/course/science-and-technology/pg/msc-molecular-cell-biology