On Tuesday, April 29, 2025**, the Medical Research Center at Hawler Medical University
** hosted a scientific seminar titled (Effects of SARS-CoV-2 on DNA Damage Response Proteins Chk1 and P53: An In Vitro Study) The seminar was presented by **Assistant Professor Mahmoud Ahmed Chawsheen**, a faculty member at Hawler Medical University.
During the session, Dr. Chawsheen presented his recent in vitro research findings that investigate the molecular interactions between SARS-CoV-2 and DNA damage response pathways, with a specific focus on the key regulatory proteins **Chk1** and **P53**. The presentation highlighted how viral infections may disrupt cellular repair mechanisms, with potential implications for genomic stability and long-term health.
The seminar attracted a wide audience from various academic departments, including researchers, faculty members, and postgraduate students, who engaged actively in the discussion that followed. The event provided an excellent platform for scientific exchange and emphasized the importance of continued research on the cellular impacts of COVID-19.
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