Research Websites: Center for Genomics and Systems Biology
Research Areas: Environmental Biology; Organizational Behavior
Aseel Abushawish
Outreach and Center Administrator, CGSB
Education: BSc United Arab Emirates University; MBA United Arab Emirates University
Aseel AbuShawish holds a Bachelor of Science in Ecological and Environmental Biology from the United Arab Emirates University (UAEU). During her undergraduate studies, she gained hands-on research experience through an internship at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) in 2019, where she worked in the Burt Marine Biology Lab.
Building on her scientific background, AbuShawish pursued and successfully completed an MBA at UAEU, graduating in 2024. This multidisciplinary foundation reflects a strong blend of environmental knowledge and business acumen, equipping her to navigate both scientific and organizational challenges effectively.
In 2025, AbuShawish began working as the Outreach and Center Administrator at the Center for Genomics and Systems Biology (CGSB). Prior to this role, she spent five years as a Senior Officer in Administration and Human Resources within the financial sector, gaining extensive experience in operations, policy implementation and team coordination.