I am a Syrian-registered pharmacist who completed a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree at the Arab International University in Syria in 2013. Following the receipt of the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Avempace 2 Award from the EU Commission, I began my PhD at the Institute Charles Gerhardt (ICGM) / University of Montpellier, France. My doctoral research, conducted within the Advanced Materials for Health and Catalysis research team, focused on developing novel lipid-based nanoformulations and nanocrystals for the transdermal delivery of antioxidants.

In 2016, I joined the University of Rennes 1, School of Pharmacy, as a Research and Teaching Fellow, where I worked on polymeric nanoparticles for delivering inorganic photosensitizing agents for the theranostic management of ovarian cancer. In May 2018, I joined Queen’s University Belfast School of Pharmacy as a Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Sciences. In 2023, I was promoted to Senior Lecturer, and in April 2025, I joined Bangor University as a Senior Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Technology, where I lead the pharmaceutics development within the MPharm program.

• Profesiynol: HEA fellowship
  Advance HE, 2020
• Profesiynol: The Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education Teaching (PGCHET
  Queen's University, Belfast, 2020
• PhD: PhD in pharmaceutical technology: Comparison of topical quercetin nanoformulations for skin protection
  Université de Montpellier, 2016

I teach pharmaceutical sciences and technology components within the MPharm program. Additionally, I engage in pedagogical research aimed at enhancing student engagement and learning through various blended learning approaches. My role extends to administrative responsibilities, including serving as the advisor of studies and others.

My research focuses on developing novel nanomaterials for delivering a broad range of therapeutic agents and fabricating multifunctional nanoparticles to target cancer and other diseases. My long-term goal is to facilitate the translation of nanoparticle-based systems from the lab to the clinic using scalable technologies. I am particularly interested in improving the physiochemical properties of poorly water-soluble drugs to enhance their bioavailability through nanotechnology-based formulations.

My current research themes include:

1. Lipid-based nano-systems for targeted drug delivery to skin tissue

2. Nanocrystals for poorly water-soluble drugs

3. Novel topical therapies for skin cancers and inflammatory skin diseases

• Safer, scalable, and modifiable polymer-based lipid nanocapsules for drug delivery
• Development of antioxidants-based nanoparticles for topical application
• Development of next-generation nanoparticles loaded hydrogels containing multiple active agents for improved treatment of bacterial infections
• Development of anti-inflammatory-based nanoparticles for topical treatment of psoriasis

2025

• CyhoeddwydBiodegradable lipid bilayer-assisted indocyanine green J- aggregates for photothermal therapy: formulation, in vitro toxicity and in vivo clearance
  Al-Jamal, W. T., Reboredo, C., Abdi, U., Curci, P., Qadadeh, R., Alotaibi, H., Casettari, L. & Hatahet, T., 5 Ion 2025, Yn: International Journal of Pharmaceutics. 668
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydDecoding oncogenic secrets of regulator of chromosome condensation 1: A breakthrough mechanistic evidence from breast and lung cancer models
  El-Tanani, M., Satyam, S. M., Rabbani, S. A., Obeidat, R. M., El-Tanani, Y., Aljabali, A. A. A. & Hatahet, T., 31 Maw 2025, Yn: PLoS ONE. 20, 3
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydEnhancing the photothermal properties of indocyanine green in melanoma spheroids via encapsulation in Span 80-containing lipid nanocapsules
  Wu, S., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W. T., 1 Mai 2025, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 208, 107049.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydEnhancing the photothermal properties of indocyanine green in melanoma spheroids via encapsulation in Span80-containing lipid nanocapsules
  Wu, S., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W., 1 Mai 2025, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 1070409.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydIncorporating Span 80 surfactant into lipid nanocapsules improves their biocompatibility and cellular uptake in B16F10 melanoma cells
  Wu, S., Hatahet, T., Bona, B. L., Lodigiani, G., Zhang, M., Baldelli Bombelli, F. & Al-Jamal, W. T., 15 Maw 2025, Yn: International Journal of Pharmaceutics. 672, 125358.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffuPhytochemicals in Cancer Therapy: A Structured Review of Mechanisms, Challenges, and Progress in Personalized Treatment
  Aljabali, A. A. A., Obeid, M. A., Bashatwah, R. M., Qnais, E., Gammoh, O., Alqudah, A., Mishra, V., Mishra, Y., Khan, M. A., Parvez, S., El-Tanani, M. & Hatahet, T., 7 Ebr 2025, (E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffu) Yn: Chemistry & Biodiversity. e202402479.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydScopoletin as a cardioprotective agent against cisplatin-induced oxidative stress and inflammation
  Qnais, E., Gammoh, O., Bsieso, Y., Alqudah, M., Wedyan, M., Altaber, S., Aljabali, A. A. A., Alqudah, A. & Hatahet, T., 1 Chwef 2025, Yn: Phytomedicine Plus.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffuStabilising indocyanine green J-aggregate theranostics in biological milieu via liposomal envelopment
  Alotaibi, H., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W. T., 14 Mai 2025, (E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffu) Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffuSupporting active learning opportunities with feedback enhances student achievement in pharmaceutical innovation module: Implication of behavioural and cognitive engagement
  Hatahet, T., 19 Chwef 2025, (E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffu) Yn: Social Sciences & Humanities Open. 11, 101347.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydUnderstanding the formulation parameters for engineering indocyanine green J-aggregate lipid nanocapsules and solid lipid nanoparticles as promising photothermal agents
  Alotaibi, H., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W. T., 1 Ebr 2025, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 207, 107034.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2024

• E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffuDevelopment of a tailored educational strategy in primary schools to cope with volatility of education in internally displaced camps: a case study from Northwest Syria
  Hatahet, T., Ekrayem, Z., Badwi, S., Hardan, S., Abdin, A. E. & Alrfooh, O., 17 Mai 2024, (E-gyhoeddi cyn argraffu) Yn: Vulnerable Children and Youth Studies. t. 1-18 18 t.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydIndocyanine green J-aggregate (IJA) theranostics: challenges and opportunities
  Alotaibi, H., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W. T., 15 Awst 2024, Yn: International Journal of Pharmaceutics. 661
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydPersonal and engagement factors in remote learning contributing to high student achievement in a transnational education context: A quantitative study
  Hatahet, T., Mohamed, A. A. R., Malekigorji, M., Clerkin, C. & Sandrey, L., 1 Meh 2024, Yn: Advances in Online Education. 2, 4, t. 330-350 21 t.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydScopoletin mitigates maternal separation-induced anxiety-like and depression-like behaviors in male mice through modulation of the Sirt1/NF-κB pathway
  Alqudah, A., Qnais, E., Gammoh, O., Bseiso, Y., Wedyan, M., Alqudah, M., Oqal, M., Abudalo, R. & Hatahet, T., 18 Meh 2024, Yn: Psychopharmacology.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2023

• CyhoeddwydExtracurricular activity based on undergraduates – postgraduates peer learning to promote student’s academic research skills in developing countries higher education: experiences form Syria
  Hatahet, T., Alkhaledi, A., Tello, A., Jarad, L., Al Shihabi, A. & Campbell, K., 20 Medi 2023, Yn: Educational Research and Evaluation: An International Journal on Theory and Practice. 28, 1-3, t. 42-59 18 t.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydLiposome-indocyanine green J-aggregates as biodegradable and highly stable photothermal agents for cancer therapy
  Alotaibi, H., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W., 22 Meh 2023.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydPhotothermally-activated ICG-loaded lipid nanocapsules (ICG-LNC) for skin cancer.
  Wu, S., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W., 1 Meh 2023.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur

2022

• CyhoeddwydA global assessment of distance pharmacy education amid COVID-19: teaching, assessment and experiential training
  Alzubaidi, H., Jirjees, F. J., Franson, K. L., Saidawi, W., Othman, A. M., Rabeeah, Z. H., Al Obaidi, H., Hatahet, T. & Caliph, S., 5 Hyd 2022, Yn: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice. 29, 6
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydChinese students’ perception and expectation of online and post-pandemic teaching and learning approaches in a UK transnational program
  Clerkin, C., Hatahet, T., Malekigorji, M. & Andrews, G. P., 28 Hyd 2022, Yn: Education Sciences. 12, 11, 761.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydIndocyanine green J-aggregate (IJA)-loaded lipid nanocapsules as novel photothermal agents
  Alotaibi, H., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W., 23 Awst 2022.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydIndocyanine green J-aggregate (IJA)-loaded liposomes as biodegradable photothermal agents
  Alotaibi, H., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W., 7 Medi 2022.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydLipid nanocapsules as a versatile platform for drug delivery
  Hatahet, T., Wu, S., Yang, H. & Al-Jamal, W., 7 Medi 2022.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydOptimising lipid nanocapsules composition to enhance their biocompatibility and IMD loading
  Wu, S., Hatahet, T. & Al-Jamal, W., 9 Medi 2022.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydRemote learning in transnational education: Engagement with virtual learning environment and student’s perception links to performance in examinations
  Hatahet, T., Mohamed, A. A. R., Malekigorji, M. & Kerry, E., 6 Ebr 2022.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydRemote Learning in Transnational Education: Relationship between Virtual Learning Engagement and Student Academic Performance in BSc Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  Hatahet, T., Mohamed, A. A. R., Malekigorji, M. & Kerry, E., 1 Chwef 2022, Yn: Pharmacy. 10, 1
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydRisk assessment of the continuity of essential medications for low socioeconomic patients in Syria: a case study of diabetes mellitus Open Access
  Sahloul, L., Bouri, F., Bsso, E., Saleh, A., Darwish , E., Yaseen, L., Muhamed Mustafa, A. & Hatahet, T., 27 Medi 2022, Yn: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research. t. 364-369 13.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydStrategic job market-guided development of pharmacy bachelor‘s curriculum and its importance in maintaining the profession viability in the Middle Eastern countries: Colleges of pharmacy in the UAE as a model
  Hatahet, T., Al Obaidi, H., Tekko, I. A. & Chen, T., 1 Medi 2022, Yn: Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal. 30, 9, t. 1283-1292
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2021

• CyhoeddwydCOVID-19 Treatment Guidelines: Do They Really Reflect Best Medical Practices to Manage the Pandemic?
  Jirjees, F. J., Saad, A. K., Al Hano, Z., Hatahet, T., Al Obaidi, H. & Dallal Bashi, Y. H., 1 Ebr 2021, Yn: Infectious Disease Reports. 13, 2
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2020

• CyhoeddwydClassroom Response System in a Super-Blended Learning and Teaching Model: Individual or Team-Based Learning?
  Malekigorji, M. & Hatahet, T., 24 Hyd 2020, Yn: Pharmacy. 8, 4
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydLocalised and sustained intradermal delivery of methotrexate using nanocrystal-loaded microneedle arrays: Potential for enhanced treatment of psoriasis
  Tekko, I. A., Permana , A. D., Vora , L., Hatahet, T., McCarthy , H. O. & Donnelly , R. F., 1 Medi 2020, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 152, 105469.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2019

• CyhoeddwydBuilding blended learning models by using different learning technologies: Evidence from a 4-year study
  Malekigorji, M. & Hatahet, T., 2019.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydImproving classroom engagement by embedding personal response system in flipped classroom teaching strategy
  Malekigorji, M. & Hatahet, T., 2019.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Murlen
• CyhoeddwydMaximising Your Environment By The Application Of Blended Classroom Response System
  Hatahet, T. & Malekigorji, M., 2019.
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gynhadledd › Papur
• CyhoeddwydPolyethylene Glycol-Based Solid Dispersions to Enhance Eprosartan Mesylate Dissolution and Bioavailability
  Tekko, I. A., Ali, O. M., Hatahet, T. & Chehna, M. F., 7 Tach 2019, Yn: Archives of Pharmacy & Pharmacology Research. 2, 3
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2018

• CyhoeddwydLiposomes, lipid nanocapsules and smartCrystals®: A comparative study for an effective quercetin delivery to the skin
  Hatahet, T., Morille, M., Hommoss, A., Devoisselle, J. M., Muller , R. & Begu, S., 5 Mai 2018, Yn: International Journal of Pharmaceutics. 542, 1-2, t. 176-185
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydMolybdenum cluster loaded PLGA nanoparticles: An innovative theranostic approach for the treatment of ovarian cancer
  Hatahet, T., Brandhonneura, N., Amela-Cortes, M., Molard, Y., Cordier, S. & Dolloa, G., 1 Ebr 2018, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics. 125, t. 95-105
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2017

• CyhoeddwydDermal quercetin lipid nanocapsules: Influence of the formulation on antioxidant activity and cellular protection against hydrogen peroxide
  Hatahet, T., Morille, M., Shamseddin, A., Aubert-Pouëssel, A., Devoisselle, J. M. & Begu, S., 25 Chwef 2017, Yn: International Journal of Pharmaceutics. 518, 1-2
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid

2016

• CyhoeddwydDermal quercetin smartCrystals®: Formulation development, antioxidant activity and cellular safety
  Hatahet, T., Morille, M., Hommoss, A., Dorandeu, C., Muller , R. & Begu, S., 1 Mai 2016, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics. 102, t. 51-63
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid
• CyhoeddwydQuercetin topical application, from conventional dosage forms to nanodosage forms
  Hatahet, T., Morille, M., Hommoss, A., Devoisselle, J. M., Muller , R. & Begu, S., 1 Tach 2016, Yn: European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics. 108, t. 41-53
  Allbwn ymchwil: Cyfraniad at gyfnodolyn › Erthygl › adolygiad gan gymheiriaid