Maryam Ghasemzadeh received her BSc in Biology and MSc in Histology and Embryology from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad and Damghan University respectively. She did her master’s thesis at Royan Institute, focusing on Stem Cells and their differentiation. Currently, she is working on encapsulation of Stem Cells using different molecular weights of alginate for tissue regeneration. Outside the lab, Maryam loves planting and taking care of different types of African violet. She also enjoys being in nature, travelling, and spending time with friends.