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Dr. Rula Amr
| Academic Rank/Date: | Associate Professor |
|---|---|
| Email: | r.amr@aum.edu.jo |
| Ext. Number: | +962 (5) 3294444 – Ext 5721 |
Degrees with fields, institution, and date:
| Degree | Discipline/Field | Institution | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Clinical Nutrition & Dietetic | University of Jordan | Jordan | 2011 |
| M.S | Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics | University of Jordan | Jordan | 2004 |
| B.S. | Nutrition and Food Science | Applied Science University | Jordan | 2001 |
Other Related Experience-Teaching, Industrial, etc.:
| Period | Position | Institution | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years | Teaching and Research Assistant in Nutrition | University of Jordan | Jordan | 2009-2011 |
| 10 years | Clinical Dietitian | At own private clinic | Jordan | 2003-2013 |
| 1 year | Delivered an 80-hour diploma program for students, focusing on Clinical Nutrition | AUM | Jordan | 2021-2022 |
Principal Publications of the Last Five Years:
| Publication | Year |
|---|---|
| Amr, R. A., Al-Smadi, A. M., & Akasheh, R. T. (2024). Diabetes knowledge and behaviour: a cross-sectional study of Jordanian adults. Diabetologia, 1-11. | 2024 |
| Mayyas, A., Abu-Qatouseh, L., Abu Sini, M., Amr, R., Akasheh, R. T., Alrabadi, N., & Aburjai, T. (2024). Fighting H. pylori with Medicinal Plants: A Study on Jordan's Traditional Remedies. Current Traditional Medicine, 10(7), 9-17. | 2024 |
| Amr, R. A., Al-Smadi, A. M., Deiranieh, R. A., Amr, R. A., Mayyas, A. H., & Akasheh, R. T. (2023). Understanding the Association of Self‐Efficacy, Mood, and Demographics with Physical Activity in Syrian and Iraqi Refugees: A Cross‐Sectional Study in Jordan. The Scientific World Journal, 2023(1), 8876254. | 2023 |
| Mayyas, A., Abu-Sini, M., Amr, R., Akasheh, R. T., Zalloum, W., Khdair, A., ... & Abu-Qatouseh, L. (2021). Novel in vitro and in vivo anti-Helicobacter pylori effects of pomegranate peel ethanol extract. Veterinary World, 14(1), 120. | 2021 |
| Amr, R. A., Al-Smadi, A. M., Akasheh, R. T., Deiranieh, R. A., Gammoh, O. S., Hammouh, F. G., ... & Dababneh, B. F. (2021). Mood and demographical factors as predictors of body mass index among Syrian and Iraqi refugees in Jordan. Journal of health psychology, 26(11), 1988-1998. | 2021 |
Scientific and Professional Societies (Previous membership):
| Societies | Year |
|---|---|
| Representative for the Private Universities Sector in Monitoring the Call for Action from the Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab (JNIL) | 2022-2024 |
| Quality Assurance and Accreditation Committee (QQAC) | 2022-2024 |
| Learning Resources Committee (LRC) | 2022-2024 |
| Student’s Discipline Committee (SDC) | 2022-2024 |
| Study Plan Committee (SPC) | 2022-2024 |
| Appointment and Promotion Committee | 2022-2024 |
| Academic Grievance Committee | 2022-2024 |
Scholarships, Honors, Prizes, Awards & Juries:
| Scholarships, Honors, Prizes, Awards & Juries | By | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Award from AUM for participation in the World Diabetes Day | AUM | 2023 |
| Award from the Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab for participation in the first Scientific Symposium | Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab | 2022 |
| Award from the Latin Patriarchate School for annual participation in its free medical day to support low-income individuals with nutritional and health issues. | Latin Patriarchate School | 2020 |
| Award from AUM for participation in the World Diabetes Day | AUM | 2019 |
Institutional and Professional Services in the Last Five Years:
| Period | Position | Institution | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 - present | Head of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics | AUM | Jordan | 2022 - present |
| Ongoing | Member of various committees, including QQAC, LRC, SDC, SPC, Academic Guidance Committee, Scientific Research Committee, Appointment and Promotion Committee, Academic Grievance Committee, Faculty Council Committee | AUM | Jordan | Ongoing |
| 2023 | Member of the Advisory Committee to Evaluate the Nutrition and Dietetics Program, assessing program feasibility and recommending improvements | AUM | Jordan | 2023 |
| Ongoing | Representative for private universities in monitoring the call for action by JNIL | Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab (JNIL) | Jordan | Ongoing |
| Various Years | Led and participated in community activities, including nutrition sessions and medical days | AUM | Jordan | Various Years |
Professional Development Activities in the Last five Years:
| Program | Institutional | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Establishment of the new program, Nutrition and Health Psychology | American University of Madaba (AUM) | 2023-2025 |
| International Conference of Clinical Nutrition | St. Regis Hotel, Amman | 2023 |
| Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab Scientific Symposium | Jordan Nutrition Innovation Lab | 2022 |
| Nutrition events and medical day sessions | American University of Madaba (AUM) | Various |
| Workshops on academic and professional development | American University of Madaba (AUM) | Various |