On September 16, a preliminary discussion was held at the Institute of Molecular Biology of the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan on the dissertation submitted by the Institute’s doctoral researcher, Ilhamə Ahmad Jafarli, for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Biology in the specialty 2405.01 – “Molecular Biology.” The dissertation is entitled “The role of androgen receptors in the diagnosis and reconstruction of genital anomalies and androgen insensitivity syndrome.”

The scientific supervisors of the dissertation are Academician Irada Mammad gizi Huseynova and Professor Mohamed Baky Fahmy. Official reviews of the dissertation were provided by Corresponding Member of ANAS Ilham Shahmuradov and Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine Kamala Heydarova. Following an introduction to the candidate’s biographical information by the Institute’s Scientific Secretary, PhD in Biology and Associate Professor Durna Aliyeva, the floor was given to Ilhama Jafarli.

The candidate presented the main provisions of her dissertation and provided a detailed overview of the relevance and objectives of the study, as well as its findings. It was noted that the research findings contribute to the understanding of the molecular basis of disorders of sexual development and facilitate the application of more accurate diagnostic and personalized treatment approaches in clinical practice. The findings are also of considerable importance for surgical planning and improving the effectiveness of surgical interventions.

A comprehensive exchange of views on the dissertation was held. The candidate answered the questions raised and responded to the comments and suggestions. Following the discussion, a decision was made to advance the dissertation to the next stage of the defense process.