Mootaz Salman
Associate Professor of Neurobiology · Oxford Missing Departments (2026-08-14) · University of Oxford
Quick answer: Mootaz Salman is Associate Professor of Neurobiology at University of Oxford. Mootaz Salman shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ We are looking for motivated Post-doctoral Scientists, Research Assistants and students who are interested in combining state-of-the-art organ-on-chip technology and patient-derived stem cells to join our group and investigate molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and brain injuries.
Research interests
His work involves investigating mechanisms of blood-brain barrier (dys)function in traumatic CNS injuries and neurodegenerative diseases using patient-derived stem cells, gene editing (CRISPR-Cas 9), advanced imaging, organoids and organ-on-a-chip technologies.
Selected publications (since 2023)
[2026] Varicose projection astrocytes: Conserved reactive cells in brain pathology. Ciani C. et al, (2026), Sci Adv, 12
[2026] Experimental models of cerebral small vessel disease: Physiological constraints, translational challenges and future directions. Beaumont S. et al, (2026), J Physiol
[2026] Photobiomodulation restores blood-brain barrier integrity after hypoxia via endothelial von Willebrand factor modulation in a humanised tricellular transwell model. Domocos M. et al, (2026), J Physiol
[2026] Astrocyte Enrichment of 3D Cortical Constructs Enhances Brain Repair. Cruz EM. et al, (2026), Adv Sci (Weinh), 13
[2026] Light-driven repair: Photobiomodulation restores blood–brain barrier function following hypoxic injury. Domocos M. et al, (2026)
Frequently asked questions
Is Mootaz Salman hiring PhD students at University of Oxford?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Mootaz Salman's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: We are looking for motivated Post-doctoral Scientists, Research Assistants and students who are interested in combining state-of-the-art organ-on-chip technology and patient-derived stem cells to join.
What does Mootaz Salman research?
His work involves investigating mechanisms of blood-brain barrier (dys)function in traumatic CNS injuries and neurodegenerative diseases using patient-derived stem cells, gene editing (CRISPR-Cas 9), advanced imaging, organoids and organ-on-a-chip technologies.
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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