Dr. Magdy Shebl is a distinguished chemist and leading authority in inorganic and medicinal chemistry at Ain Shams University. He currently serves as Professor in the Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Education, where he has built a distinguished career spanning over two decades. His academic journey began with appointments as Assistant Lecturer from 2001 to 2004, followed by Lecturer from 2004 to 2011, and Assistant Professor from 2011 to 2017, demonstrating steady progression through the academic ranks. Dr. Shebl has established himself as a respected educator and researcher within Egypt's academic community, with his work centered at the intersection of coordination chemistry and pharmaceutical applications.
Dr. Shebl's research focuses on the synthesis, characterization and biological evaluation of transition metal complexes, particularly copper(II), nickel(II), and cobalt(II) complexes with potential antitumor applications. His systematic investigations into the structural variety and biological activities of these metal complexes have contributed significantly to understanding structure-activity relationships in medicinal inorganic chemistry. With over 443 citations in Scopus, his scholarly impact reflects the international recognition of his methodical approach to designing and evaluating novel metal-based therapeutic agents. His work represents an important contribution to the field of bioinorganic chemistry, bridging fundamental coordination chemistry with potential pharmaceutical applications.
Beyond his research contributions, Dr. Shebl has played a significant role in mentoring the next generation of chemists through his teaching and supervision at Ain Shams University. His laboratory continues to investigate the promising therapeutic potential of metal complexes, with ongoing research focused on optimizing structural features for enhanced biological activity and reduced toxicity. Dr. Shebl remains actively engaged in publishing high-quality research that advances the scientific understanding of metal-based compounds in medicinal applications. His continued scholarly output and dedication to rigorous scientific inquiry position him as a continuing influential figure in the field of inorganic medicinal chemistry in the Middle East and beyond.
