Mireille HARMOUCHE KARAKI

Associate Professor

Faculty of Pharmacy

+961 (1) 421 000 mireille.harmouche@usj.edu.lb

I’m an Assistant Professor in Nutrition at Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ), holding a Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences from USJ, a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition from McGill University, and a Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Food Technology from the American University of Beirut (AUB). With 20 years of clinical experience in dietetics, I’ve also had the opportunity to appear on TV, offering practical advice to a wide audience. I’ve taught at various universities, including AUB and USEK (Holy Spirit University of Kaslik), and I am currently dedicated to educating students in nutrition while advancing my research which focuses on the impact of environmental pollutants on human health, preventive nutrition, and physical activity. I am particularly interested in the connections between diet, environmental factors, and chronic diseases, while exploring practical solutions to improve public health through nutrition and education.

Education

Degree University Country Year
Doctorat d'université - Sciences nutritionnelles Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth Liban 2017
Master - Nutrition et diététique Mcgill University Canada 2004
Licence - Nutrition et diététique American University of Beirut Liban 2001

Awards and distinctions

"Certificate of Outstanding Contribution in Reviewing". Ce statut de «réviseur exceptionnel» est attribué à ceux qui appartiennent au 10e percentile supérieur en termes de nombre de révisions terminées pour une revue donnée en deux ans.