Professor in Animal Reproductive Physiology at Desert Research Center, Egypt
Sherif Abdel-Razzak Mohammed Ali Rateb, born on December 30, 1978, is an Egyptian Professor specializing in Animal Reproductive Physiology at the Desert Research Center, Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Egypt. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Production from Alexandria University, where his research focused on improving reproductive efficiency in sub-fertile one-humped bull camels under semi-arid conditions. With extensive experience since 2001, Rateb has progressively advanced from Research Assistant to Professor, actively contributing to the Laboratory of Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer (LAIET). His work emphasizes semen cryopreservation, artificial insemination, and genomic resource banking for desert-adapted animals. An active lecturer and trainer, Rateb educates students, cultivators, and professionals on modern reproductive technologies, and has presented numerous lectures and training sessions nationally and internationally. He is married with two children and resides in Alexandria, Egypt.
Profile:
Academic Credentials 🎓
Ph.D. (2007-2011): Animal Production, Alexandria University, Egypt. Dissertation on improving reproductive efficiency of sub-fertile one-humped bull camels under semi-arid conditions. M.Sc. (2000-2006): Animal Production, Alexandria University, Egypt. Thesis on improving artificial insemination efficiency in doe goats using oxytocin.. B.Sc. (1999): Animal Production, Alexandria University, Egypt. Graduated with “Very Good” and ranked 3rd in the department.
Employment 🏢
Professor (2022 – Present): Animal Reproductive Physiology, Desert Research Center, Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Egypt. Assistant Professor (2017 – 2022): Animal Reproductive Physiology, Desert Research Center. Researcher (Lecturer) (2011 – 2017): Animal Reproductive Physiology, Desert Research Center.. Assistant Researcher (Assistant Lecturer) (2006 – 2011): Animal Reproductive Physiology, Desert Research Center.. Research Assistant (2001 – 2006): Desert Research Center.
Professional Experience 🌱
- Co-supervisor: Laboratory of Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer (LAIET), Mariout Research Station.
- Focus: Developing genomic resources banks for camels, sheep, and goats. Specializing in semen collection, processing, cryopreservation, and improving reproductive technologies like artificial insemination and in vitro fertilization.
Teaching & Training 🏫
- Trainer & Lecturer: National and international training programs on modern reproductive technologies in camels and other animals.
- Public Speaker: Regular lectures on reproductive technologies and herd management for students, post-graduate students, and native cultivators.
Notable Lectures & Presentations 📢
- Nanotechnology in Cryobiology
- Handling and Processing of Camel Semen
- Estrus Synchronization and Artificial Insemination in Farm and Desert Animals
- Modern Technologies in Camel Reproduction
- Hormonal Control of Reproduction in Farm and Desert Animals
Sherif Abdel-Razzak Mohammed Ali Rateb is a dedicated professor with extensive experience in animal reproductive physiology, focusing on enhancing reproductive efficiency in camels and other farm animals through advanced technologies and research.
Animal Sciences Research Focus
Sherif Abdel-Razzak Mohammed Ali Rateb is a seasoned expert in Animal Reproductive Physiology with a significant focus on enhancing reproductive efficiency in camels and other farm animals. His research emphasizes the following key areas:
- Improving Reproductive Efficiency in Camels 🐫
- Developing and optimizing techniques for semen collection and processing.
- Enhancing semen cryopreservation methods to maintain viability and fertility.
- Addressing sub-fertility issues in bull camels under semi-arid conditions.
- Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ARTs) 🧬
- Application of ARTs such as artificial insemination (AI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), and embryo transfer (ET) in camels, sheep, goats, and cattle.
- Researching and implementing synchronization of ovarian activity and induction of ovulation to improve breeding efficiency.
- Utilizing hormonal therapies to manage and enhance reproductive cycles in various animal species.
- Genomic Resources Bank Development 📊
- Establishing a genomic resources bank for domestic animals adapted to harsh Egyptian desert conditions.
- Focusing on breeds of sheep and goats that thrive in arid environments.
- Cryopreservation of genetic material to preserve and improve animal genetics over time.
- Field Applications and Training 🌾
- Conducting in-field applications of reproductive technologies in native animal populations.
- Training and guiding postgraduate students and native cultivators in modern reproductive techniques and herd management.
- Organizing and participating in national and international training programs to disseminate knowledge on animal reproduction.
- Lectures and Presentations 📢
- Regularly invited to present lectures on camel reproduction at various Egyptian universities.
- Engages with native cultivators and nomads to educate them on the use of modern reproductive technologies to overcome reproductive disorders in their herds.
Sherif’s dedication to animal reproductive physiology and his innovative research have made significant contributions to improving animal breeding and reproductive technologies in challenging environments.
Publication Top Notes:
- Enhancing liquid-chilled storag10.1016/j.anireprosci.2019.106121e and cryopreservation capacities of ram spermatozoa by supplementinhttps://doi.org/10.5713/ajas.19.0338g the diluent with different additives
Journal: Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences
Year: 2020
DOI: 10.5713/ajas.19.0338
EID: 2-s2.0-85088134989
Contributors: Rateb, S.A.; Khalifa, M.A.; Abd El-Hamid, I.S.; Shedeed, H.A.
Source: Sherif A. Rateb via Scopus – Elsevier
- Induction of synchronized multiple ovulation in dromedary camels during the early non-breeding season
Journal: Small Ruminant Research
Year: 2020
DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2019.106028
EID: 2-s2.0-85075869558
Contributors: Khalifa, M.A.; Abd El-Hamid, I.S.; Rateb, S.A.
Source: Sherif A. Rateb via Scopus – Elsevier
- Ramifications of protease-based liquefaction of camel semen on physical, kinematic and surface glyco-pattern of cryopreserved spermatozoa
Journal: Animal Reproduction Science
Year: 2019
DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2019.106121
EID: 2-s2.0-85069001931
Contributors: Rateb, S.A.; Monaco, D.; El-Bahrawy, K.A.; Khalifa, M.A.; Abd El-Hamid, I.S.; Kamel, A.M.; Accogli, G.; Lacalandra, G.M.; Desantis, S.
Source: Sherif A. Rateb via Scopus – Elsevier
- Influence of clomiphene citrate on induced ovarian hyperstimulation and subsequent fertility in Damascus goats
Journal: Small Ruminant Research
Year: 2019
DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2019.04.005
Source: Sherif A. Rateb
- Molecular characterization of dromedary camel potential fertility: A new approach
Journal: Small Ruminant Research
Year: 2019
DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2018.11.004
Source: Sherif A. Rateb
- Cryosurvival of ram spermatozoa after supplementing the diluent with L-Ascorbic acid or α-tocopherol
Journal: International Journal of Veterinary Science
Year: 2018
EID: 2-s2.0-85058818784
Contributors: Abd El-Hamid, I.S.; Khalifa, M.A.; Shedeed, H.A.; Rateb, S.A.
Source: Sherif A. Rateb via Scopus – Elsevier
- Physical and kinematic properties of cryopreserved camel sperm after elimination of semen viscosity by different techniques
Journal: Animal Reproduction Science
Year: 2017
DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2017.10.011
EID: 2-s2.0-85034863714
Contributors: El-Bahrawy, K.; Rateb, S.; Khalifa, M.; Monaco, D.; Lacalandra, G.
Source: Sherif A. Rateb via Scopus – Elsevier
- Ultrasound-assisted liquefaction of dromedary camel semen
Journal: Small Ruminant Research
Year: 2016
DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2016.07.005
Contributors: Sherif A. Rateb
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- Behavioral indicators to detect ovarian phase in the dromedary she-camel
Journal: Theriogenology
Year: 2016
DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2016.01.027
Contributors: B. Padalino; S.A. Rateb; N.B. Ibrahim; D. Monaco; G.M. Lacalandra; K.A. El-Bahrawy
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- The prolonged reproductive response to immunization against inhibin and manipulating ovarian hyperactivity for timed ovulation in camels
Journal: Small Ruminant Research
Year: 2016
DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2016.03.009
Contributors: Sherif A. Rateb; Khalid A. El-Bahrawy; Marwa A. Khalifa
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- Fixed-time induction of ovulation in camels superovulated by different eCG modalities during the transition period in Egypt
Journal: Tropical Animal Health and Production
Year: 2016
DOI: 10.1007/s11250-016-1037-2
Contributors: Marwa Ahmed Khalifa; Sherif Abdel-Razzak Rateb; Khalid Ahmed El-Bahrawy
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- Recent advances in dromedary camel reproduction: An Egyptian field experience
Journal: Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture
Year: 2015
DOI: 10.9755/ejfa.v27i4.19907
Contributors: K ElBahrawy; M Khalifa; S Rateb
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- The influence of active immunization against inhibin on dromedary camel ovarian and hormonal dynamics
Journal: Small Ruminant Research
Year: 2015
DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2015.10.003
Contributors: S.A. Rateb; M. Khalifa; K.A El-Bahrawy
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- Influence of omega‐3 incorporation in sperm preservation medium on physical and kinematic properties of chilled and cryopreserved ram spermatozoa
Year: 2019
DOI: 10.1111/rda.13289
Source: Sherif A. Rateb
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