Dr. Salim Moussa is an associate professor of cancer immunology at Beirut Arab University, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Ph.D. in biohealth and a diploma in clinical research from the University of Montpellier. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in cancer research. His research focuses on tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes and immune biomarkers in human subjects and cancer models. He teaches biohealth courses, supervises master's theses, serves as secretary general of the institutional review board, and spearheads international collaborations with research institutions, particularly in Montpellier, France. He published in top peer-reviewed jounals and conferences.

His research focuses on cancer immunology, with the goal of understanding how the immune system responds to tumors. He analyzes immune biomarkers such as cytokines, immune cells, and immune-related genes, with emphasis on tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes and their clinical value in cancer patients. Using in vitro and in vivo cancer models, he explores the mechanisms behind anti-tumor immune responses. He collaborates with leading hospitals and universities in Lebanon and abroad.

Postdoc in cancer, Lebanese American University (2015-2016) Diploma in Clinical Research, University of Montpellier, France (2014) PhD in Bio-Health, University of Montpellier, France (2013) Master in Bio-Health, University of Montpellier, France (2009) Review Editor: Front. Public Health Member of the French Society for Cancer Immunotherapy Institutional review board member and consultant Founder and organizer of the Cancer & Immunity annual meeting Establishment of international internships for Master students Academic coordinator for undergraduate majors Workshops organizing and leading Coursera courses coordinator Moodle course creator Certified research proposal writing for fund (DAAD)

He teaches bio-health sciences, with a focus on cancer biology and immunology, in undergraduate and graduate programs. His courses range from anatomy and physiology to clinical laboratory immunology, histopathology, cell and molecular biology, pharmacogenomics in cancer, and research methods. He supervises master’s theses and projects. His teaching is student-centered, combining an interactive learning environment with technology-based instruction.

High Level Scientific Stay (SSHN) Scholarship, French Embassy in Lebanon, for a one-month research mobility at the Montpellier Cancer Research Institute (IRCM), 2024 Best Abstract Award, 12th Beirut Breast Cancer Conference, American University of Beirut, 2024 Appreciation from the Ministry of Public Health for leading a student team at a national breast cancer awareness event, 2018