Sylwia Ammoun

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Dr Sylwia Ammoun

Senior Research Fellow
Peninsula Medical School (Faculty of Health)

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The Global Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Sylwia's work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

Goal 03: SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-beingGoal 05: SDG 5 - Gender Equality

About Sylwia

Education and qualifications

  • 2005 PhD dissertation, Uppsala University, Sweden, Orexin Receptors in Recombinant CHO Cells. Signaling to Short- and Long Term Cells responses
  • 2004 Transfer, Uppsala University, Sweden
  • 1997 Degree of Master of Science, Uppsala University, Sweden Immunomodulatory-and-cytokine gene-cancer therapy
  • 1996 BScs, Uppsala University, Sweden

Supervised Research Degrees

Supervisor of PhD and MSc students: 6 PhD students (DoS), 5 PhD students (co-supervisor), MSc students 3 (Dos)

Teaching

I take immense pride in contributing to the University of Plymouth’s educational and teaching portfolio, even as I maintain a primary focus on research. Teaching is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my career and I am deeply passionate about inspiring and equipping the next generation of researchers. This dedication is evident in the diverse supervisory roles I have undertaken as outlined in Table 8. I am particularly proud of the positive feedback I have consistently received from undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students. Many have highlighted my enthusiastic, encouraging, and motivational approach to sharing knowledge and research expertise. My supportive mentorship style is tailored to accommodate each student’s unique learning pace and level of experience. Sometimes, I have to support students who face academic challenges due to various factors, such as language barriers or differences in educational background. Beyond academic mentorship, I take a holistic approach to supporting the students under my supervision, prioritizing their overall well-being. This dedication has earned me a reputation as an approachable and compassionate mentor, deeply committed to both the personal and professional development of my students. Over the past two years, I have mentored one MSc student (with another set to begin in March 2026), 10 dissertation students, one placement student, and seven medical students through the INSPIRE programme, which promotes research engagement among medical students. These experiences underscore my dedication to fostering a supportive, empowering, and inspiring environment and encouraging students to think about research as a career opportunity and developing an academic pathway at the same time. This is a key priority for the School Students repeatedly praise my engaging teaching style, high-quality interactions, and prompt responsiveness to their needs. I am honoured to have been recognized for consistently exceeding expectations as a mentor and educator; in providing guidance, feedback, and ongoing support to ensure every student feels encouraged and well-equipped to succeed.

Contact Sylwia

R3TA6A, The John Bull Building, Tamar Science Park, Research Way, Research Way, Plymouth, PL6 8BU
+44 1752 437424