Dr. Masoud Zamani Esteki

Associate Professor

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Biography

Masoud Zamani Esteki is an Associate Professor and Principal Investigator at the Maastricht University Medical Centre+. His research focuses on the intersection of classical genetics, molecular developmental genetics, clinical genetics, bioinformatics, and artificial intelligence. Throughout his (post)doctoral journey, Masoud has developed innovative methods for studying genome instability during early human development, as well as in clinical applications such as preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) and non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT). He is dedicated to exploring integrative dry and wet lab approaches to uncover the allelic architecture of single-cell-derived samples. Masoud leads the Cellular Genomic Medicine (CGM) group, which conducts cutting-edge research aimed at transforming reproductive medicine through the development of novel methods that characterize molecular layers and connectivity, particularly in relation to early life stages. His work emphasizes the importance of translating research into clinical practice, constantly seeking new avenues to enhance reproductive health outcomes through advanced scientific knowledge and technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Maastricht UMC+ & Maastricht University • Maastricht, Netherlands

Leading the Laboratory of Cellular Genomic Medicine, focusing on reproductive genetics and genomic medicine.

Assistant Professor

2018-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Maastricht UMC+ & Maastricht University • Maastricht, Netherlands

Conducting research and teaching in the field of clinical genetics.

Postdoctoral Scientist

2017-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Centre Human Genetics, KU Leuven • Belgium

Research on genome instability and early human development.

Awards

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Royal Academy Arts Sciences (KNAW) Young Investigator Award

2022-01-01
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Winner International Royan Award for Outstanding Research in Reproductive Genetics

2015-01-01

Patents

Haplotyping Copy Number Typing Polymorphic Variant Allele Frequencies

ZL913096 2015-01-01

Patent on innovative methods for haplotyping.

Methods for Haplotyping Single Cells

ZL910050 2011-01-01

Approaches for analyzing genetic material from single cells.

Requirements for Maastricht University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GMAT
Total Score
Required:515
Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:515
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor degree in Business, Economics, or related field Sufficient knowledge of quantitative methods and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Grades transcript of bachelor's programme
  • Copy of diploma
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation Letter (1-2 pages)
  • Passport picture
  • Copy of valid passport or ID
  • Permission for document verification form
Specialization Notes

The School of Business and Economics (SBE) encompasses departments like Organization, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Finance, and Economics.