20 July، 2025
A master’s thesis presented by Younis Masoud Abdulhamid, titled “Evaluation of the Pharmacological Effects of Serratiopeptidase on the Central Nervous System in Mice”
The College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Mosul held a master’s thesis defense entitled “Evaluation of the Pharmacological Effects of Serratiopeptidase on the Central Nervous System in Mice,” submitted by graduate student Younis Masoud Abdulhamid, specializing in Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
The study investigated the behavioral and neurological effects of serratiopeptidase administration in mice at varying doses. The findings revealed that serratiopeptidase enhances exploratory behavior while reducing anxiety and depression. Additionally, the enzyme exhibited anticonvulsant properties, suggesting its potential application as an adjunctive therapeutic agent in neuropsychiatric conditions.
The examining committee included the following faculty members from the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Mosul:
1. Prof. Dr. Ghada Abdul Moneim Fares – Chair
2. Assist. Prof. Dr. Yamama Zuhair Saleh – Member
3. Assist. Prof. Dr. Yasser Mohammed Amin – Member
4. Assist. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Salah Nasser – Member and Supervisor
Following a rigorous scientific defense and scholarly discussion, the thesis was accepted.
Congratulations to the researcher, supervisor, and the Department of Physiology, Biochemistry, and Pharmacology for this academic achievement. This defense contributes to the advancement of Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.
