Elevate™

Elevate your grades with a Scientist

Premium science tutoring with Dr. Saman Sharifi, a dual-doctorate scientist (PharmD + PhD) with international research experience. Lessons are clear, personal, and grounded in how science is actually practiced.

Scientifically led by Dr. Sharifi · Personal tutoring. When another area of expertise is needed, specialist support is arranged through Cooperativity™.

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Education · Training · Fellowships · Research
Scientific journey & research environments

Institutions shown reflect places of education, scientific training, fellowships and research experience from my academic journey. Individual supervisors and mentors are intentionally not identified. Their inclusion does not imply sponsorship, endorsement, partnership or affiliation with Elevate™.

Choose Your Learning Path

Different goals require different kinds of scientific support. Start with the pathway closest to where you are now.

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Foundation

School & Exam Science

Build strong foundations, understand difficult concepts and prepare confidently for school and science examinations.

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Human anatomy & physiology
  • Exam preparation
Explore Foundation Science
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Advanced

University & Medical Sciences

For learners working at pre-university, medical-entry or university level who need deeper scientific understanding and problem-solving.

  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Pharmacology
  • Microbiology
  • Cell & molecular biology
  • Medical entrance preparation
Explore Advanced Science
Scientific collaboration during laboratory research
Research

Research Mentoring

For advanced students and early researchers developing scientific reasoning, literature analysis, research strategy or scientific communication.

  • Research thinking
  • Literature analysis
  • Scientific writing feedback
  • Thesis guidance
  • Research strategy
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Subjects I personally teach

Science in Practice

Dr. Saman Sharifi conducting laboratory research with scientific collaborators

Science is not only a collection of facts — it is a way of reasoning.

My teaching connects fundamental concepts with how science is actually practiced, from molecular biology and pharmacology to translational research, quantitative imaging, and emerging AI-assisted approaches.

Through international research environments and collaborations, I have mentored students and worked alongside scientists at different career stages, shaping a teaching approach that connects theory with scientific thinking.

School & Exam Science

High school · foundation and exam preparation.

  • BiologyCell biology, genetics, physiology, ecology, evolution
  • ChemistryOrganic and inorganic chemistry, biochemistry basics
  • Human Anatomy & PhysiologyIntroduction to body systems
  • General ScienceBiology and chemistry fundamentals

Focus: Clear explanations, past-paper practice, exam strategies.

University & Medical Sciences

Pre-university, medical entrance and university-level science.

  • Human PhysiologyBody systems and pre-medical foundations
  • MicrobiologyPathogens, immunity and laboratory fundamentals
  • Pharmacology & ToxicologyIntroductory concepts and applied examples
  • BiochemistryMetabolism, enzymes and molecular pathways
  • Medical Entrance Exam PreparationProblem-solving and entrance-test readiness

Focus: Clinical relevance, problem-solving, entrance test simulations.

Research Mentoring

For advanced students and early researchers developing scientific reasoning, literature analysis, research strategy or scientific communication.

Elevate™ is education, tutoring and mentorship with Dr. Sharifi. When a request moves beyond tutoring into specialist scientific advisory, or expertise outside these teaching areas, Cooperativity™ — Scientific Advisory by NBULAI™ — is the pathway.

Explore Cooperativity™

Scientific Advisory by NBULAI™

Explore the Scientific Network

via Cooperativity™

Why Learn With Me

My teaching is built on a background in pharmacology, translational research, drug discovery and scientific communication.

Through international laboratories, academic environments and scientific collaborations, I learned how to translate complex concepts into clear understanding.

Today, Elevate combines scientific expertise with personalized education, helping students develop not only knowledge, but scientific thinking.

Every lesson is structured, exam-focused, and tailored to your level.

Dr. Saman Sharifi in a research setting
10+ YearsScientific training & research experience

Academic research, translational science, international fellowships and scientific collaborations.

7+ YearsInternational research experience

Research appointments across India, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and Canada.

6 CountriesFoundation · India · Italy · Switzerland · Austria · Canada

Academic path across six countries. Research appointments are counted separately.

International Research JourneyUniPD · EPFL · JKU · UBC

Doctoral research, Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship and postdoctoral research across international institutions.

Drug DiscoveryOncology · Senescence · Translational pharmacology
Science + DataQuantitative imaging · AI-assisted workflows

From the Lab to Learning

Scientific collaboration at a laboratory research bench

My teaching grew from asking questions, testing ideas, and learning alongside others. At Elevate™, that same spirit becomes a shared journey — thoughtful, curious, and grounded in scientific understanding.

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Mentorship & Rates

A researcher-led learning experience connecting students with real scientific thinking.

Standard direct online 1-to-1 rates are shown below. In-person, intensive, multi-student, travel-based or bespoke arrangements are quoted separately according to scope.

Foundation Science

Core Mentorship

€95

60 min · Online · 1-to-1

For school-level learners building strong science foundations, confidence and exam technique.

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Human anatomy & physiology
  • Exam preparation

Foundation-level science & structured exam support

Advanced Biomedical Sciences

Intensive Mentorship

€125

60 min · Online · 1-to-1

For pre-university, medical-entry and university learners requiring deeper biomedical understanding and scientific problem-solving.

  • Physiology & biochemistry
  • Pharmacology & toxicology
  • Cell & molecular biology / microbiology
  • Medical entrance & university science

Advanced scientific reasoning & problem-solving

Research Mentorship

Bespoke Scientific Mentorship

Tailored to your project

Scope discussed individually

For advanced students and early researchers developing independent scientific thinking and research skills.

  • Research strategy
  • Literature analysis
  • Scientific writing feedback
  • Thesis / project guidance
Discuss Your Project

Start with a complimentary 15–20 minute conversation.

Flexible learning

Your learning, your format.

Standard published rates apply to direct, 60-minute online one-to-one lessons.

  • Online worldwide Private one-to-one teaching, wherever you are.
  • In-person by arrangement Location and travel requirements agreed beforehand.
  • Intensive & small-group sessions A tailored format for exam preparation or shared learning goals.
  • Clear pricing before booking Additional preparation, travel, bespoke scope or intermediary arrangements are quoted and agreed in advance.

No unexpected changes to the agreed session format or price.

Tailored scientific guidance

Every research question deserves its own approach.

From a focused scientific discussion to structured research mentoring, we define the scope before recommending the right format.

  1. Define Identify the research question and learning objective.
  2. Structure Agree on the required scientific guidance, preparation and feedback.
  3. Mentor Choose focused sessions or structured mentoring, with scope and pricing agreed in advance.

Research Mentorship is educational guidance, not a standard fixed-price tutoring package. Pricing depends on the level of support and preparation required.

Need professional scientific advisory beyond tutoring?

Explore Cooperativity™

Scientific Advisory by NBULAI™

Introductory conversation — complimentary

Start with a complimentary 15–20 minute conversation to discuss your goals, current level and the most suitable pathway.

This introductory conversation is for assessing fit and planning your learning pathway; it is not a full teaching session.

For Research Mentorship, it can also clarify project stage, advance reading, documents involved, the desired outcome, and whether individual sessions or a defined project are more appropriate. It is not free scientific consulting.

Your recommended format and any applicable project or in-person costs are confirmed before you commit.

Academic integrity: mentoring supports understanding, research strategy, feedback and scientific communication. Elevate™ does not complete assessed assignments, examinations, theses or other academic work on behalf of learners.

Research in Action

Hands-on experimental research at a laboratory safety cabinet Precision work during experimental laboratory research Observation and scientific reasoning at the laboratory bench

Scientific Journey

  1. Current role
    Present

    Scientific Innovation & Venture Building

    Alongside my current scientific and research responsibilities, I continue developing independent projects that bring together biomedical science, artificial intelligence, scientific communication, scientific advisory and digital research tools through NBULAI™, Cooperativity™, CELLULAI™, DAENA™, SCICORN™ and EGGHEAD™.

  2. Canada
    2025

    University of British Columbia

    Translational oncology, treatment resistance, quantitative imaging and AI-assisted scientific workflows.

  3. Austria
    2024

    Senior Postdoctoral Research Experience

    Johannes Kepler University

  4. Switzerland
    2023

    EPFLeaders4impact Fellow — EPFL

    Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship hosted at EPFL.

  5. Italy
    2022–2023

    Postdoctoral Research / Research Grant Holder

    Department of Medicine (DIMED), University of Padova. Research in natural-compound drug discovery, senolytics and aging biology.

  6. Italy
    2019–2022

    PhD in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapy — cum laude

    University of Padova. Research across drug discovery, senescence biology and translational pharmacology.

  7. India

    Doctor of Pharmacy foundation

    Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

Academic Milestones

Moments from the scientific path. Grant-supported work contributed to collaborations across research environments and to ongoing translational outputs. It is not presented here as the cause of any publication.

Graduation handshake in an academic hall

Curiosity is shared

Knowledge is more accessible than ever, but real understanding grows through dialogue, reflection, and shared curiosity. The strongest learning happens when questions are explored together.

Milestones and publications are shown for academic context from my scientific journey. Their inclusion does not imply institutional endorsement of Elevate™.

My Career (CV Highlights)

Portrait of Dr. Saman Sharifi

Dr. Saman Sharifi

Dual Doctorate · PharmD + PhD

Translational Pharmacologist & Scientist

Scientific Communication & Design

Languages

  • Persian — Native
  • English — C1 · IELTS 7.0
  • Italian — A2 · B1 progressing
  • French — A1 progressing
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) — Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
  • PhD in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapy (cum laude) — University of Padova
  • Postdoctoral Research / Research Grant Holder — Department of Medicine (DIMED), University of Padova, 2022–2023
  • EPFLeaders4impact Research Fellow — EPFL
  • Senior Postdoctoral Research Experience — Johannes Kepler University
  • Visiting Senior Postdoctoral Researcher — University of British Columbia

Scientific domains

Translational pharmacology Drug discovery Oncology Senescence biology Biomedical image analysis Scientific communication

Selected milestones

  • EPFL Research Fellowship
  • Innosuisse-supported research
  • Italian senolytic patent
  • 2022 Manzin Best Presentation Award
  • Peer-reviewed research

Certificates & Scientific Training

Completed research, laboratory, and workplace training. Open a card to read the certificate.

Research & clinical training
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ICH GCP E6 (R2) — 100%

Global Health Training Centre · July 21, 2025

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IELTS Certificate

English language certificate

Laboratory & animal research
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FELASA Animal House Certificate

Accredited course, exam 31 October 2023

Research integrity & safety
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Foundations of Responsible Conduct of Research

Completed January 28, 2026

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Chemical Safety

Completed January 20, 2026

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Biosafety for Study Team Members

Completed December 9, 2025

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New Worker Safety Orientation

Completed November 26, 2025

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Workplace Violence Prevention Training

Completed November 26, 2025

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Preventing and Responding to Sexual Misconduct

Completed November 26, 2025

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Privacy & Information Security Fundamentals, Part 1

Completed November 26, 2025

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Privacy & Information Security Fundamentals, Part 2

Completed November 26, 2025

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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Completed November 26, 2025

Through Cooperativity™

Scientific Network

Elevate™ focuses on education and mentorship. When a request moves beyond tutoring into specialist scientific advisory or expertise outside Dr. Sharifi's own teaching areas, Cooperativity™ provides the appropriate pathway.

Ideas move between disciplines, combine, and return as new questions. The network below visualizes that exchange.

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Explore the Scientific Network

via Cooperativity™

Scientists and educators interested in collaborating can also explore the network.

Scientific innovation & venture building

Beyond Teaching & the Lab

Alongside research and teaching, I develop independent scientific and technology initiatives across biomedical science, artificial intelligence, scientific computing, digital research tools, scientific communication and creative technology.

These projects form the venture-building side of my work — translating scientific ideas into tools, platforms and digital experiences.

These initiatives are independent projects. References reflect that work and do not imply sponsorship, endorsement, partnership or affiliation with Elevate™.

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