Growing up in Metro Detroit, Mohamed Dabaja witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by his community, including substantial air and water pollution. These issues underscored the urgent need for increased awareness and the proactive implementation of urban sustainability measures. Determined to drive positive change, Mohamed pursued an undergraduate degree in biology and nutritional sciences, graduating from Wayne State University in 2020.
As his passion for sciences and community grew, he took the next step in his educational journey by enrolling in the Ph.D. program at Wayne State University’s Department of Biological Sciences. His current research focuses on the impact of environmental factors on fertility.
Beyond his research, Mohamed serves as the Graduate School Representative on the Student Senate, where he has supported initiatives aimed at fostering a more biodiverse campus community. His dedication to education extends to his role as an instructor in the Comparative Physiology lab, where he educates students about the effects of water pollutants on the physiology of the model organism Daphnia magna.
In his position with the United Nations Regional Centre of Expertise, Mohamed is committed to broadening community access to resources that educate and empower individuals to nurture healthier communities and promote sustainable urban living.
