Dr. Elie Salem Sokhn is an Associate Professor of Clinical Microbiology at Beirut Arab University, Lebanon. He holds a PhD in Microbiology from the University of Surrey, United Kingdom. His research focuses on antimicrobial resistance, multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria, molecular diagnostics, and antibiotic resistance genes. He has authored over 50 scientific publications and is actively engaged in academic teaching and research.

Dr. Sokhn’s research centers on antimicrobial resistance, with a particular focus on multidrug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria. His work applies molecular diagnostic techniques and investigates the genetic mechanisms underlying antibiotic resistance, including the identification and characterization of resistance genes.

• PhD in Microbiology (2011-2015), Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, United Kingdom • MSc in Clinical Laboratory Sciences (2008-2010), University of Balamand, Beirut, Lebanon • BSc in General Biology (2004-2007), Notre Dame University, Zouk Mosbeh, Lebanon

Dr. Elie Salem Sokhn’s teaching areas include microbiology, medical microbiology, clinical laboratory sciences, and bacteriology, with a focus on antimicrobial resistance and molecular diagnostics. He also teaches laboratory techniques, diagnostic microbiology, antibiotic susceptibility testing, and the molecular detection of antimicrobial resistance genes.

• Research Grant - International Development Research Centre (IDRC), Principal Investigator (2023-2027) • Recognition as one of the Most Active Researchers, Beirut Arab University (2023-2024 academic year) • Dean’s List, Notre Dame University (2005-2006)