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Current · Arkansas
Last published
2026
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OpenAlex · ORCID
Refreshed
2026-08-06
Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
Ibrahim Farag's research focuses on microbial ecology and evolution, particularly investigating the diversity and function of microbial communities in various ecosystems. His work often employs genome-resolved metagenomics to uncover the genetic makeup and evolutionary trajectories of bacteria and archaea, including those from challenging environments like groundwater and marine sediments. Farag has published on novel phyla, such as "Sifarchaeota," and explored the genomic characteristics that facilitate animal associations in Candidate Phyla Radiation bacteria.
His research extends to understanding microbial roles in biogeochemical cycles, such as sulfur cycling and methane oxidation. Farag also investigates specific microbial lineages, including "Candidatus Patescibacteria" and *Leptothrix ochracea*, examining their metabolic capabilities and evolutionary adaptations. Additionally, his publication record includes studies on the impact of dietary supplements on animal physiology, indicating a breadth of research interests that intersect with environmental microbiology and animal science.
Metrics
- h-index: 20
- Publications: 103
- Citations: 2,344
Selected Publications
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ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced E. coli Gene Expression (2026)
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ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression (2025)
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Metagenomics elucidates how biogenic methanogenesis may increase in CO <sub>2</sub> -injected petroleum wells (2025)
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Comparative metagenomics of tropical reef fishes show conserved core gut functions across hosts and diets with diet-related functional gene enrichments (2025)
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Correction for Tothero et al., “ <i>Leptothrix ochracea</i> genomes reveal potential for mixotrophic growth on Fe(II) and organic carbon” (2024)
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Identifying potential introduced and natural sources of pollution in Delaware watersheds (2024)
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<i>Leptothrix ochracea</i> genomes reveal potential for mixotrophic growth on Fe(II) and organic carbon (2024)
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Comparative metagenomics of tropical reef fishes show conserved core gut functions across hosts and diets with diet-related functional gene enrichments (2024)
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Nutritional Effect of Using a Bioactive Mixture (Lemon, Onion and Garlic) on Growth Performances, Feed Utilization, Immune Status and Gene Expression of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) (2024)
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TAMING THE UNCULTURED: MODELING MICROBIAL LIFE UNDER VERY LOW REDOX POTENTIAL IN THE SUBSURFACE AND DEEP-SEA BIOSPHERE (2023)
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Impact of Spirulina platensis as a Dietary Supplement on Growth Performance, Blood Biochemical Parameters, and Expression of Growth-Related Genes in Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) (2023)
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Reference library for microbial source tracking in the mid-Atlantic United States (2023)
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Comparative Study for FABP7, TPD52L1, NCOA7, GJA1, and ASF1A mRNA Expressions in Four Chicken Breeds and Their Relationship with Carcass Traits (2023)
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Association of Genetic Polymorphisms of POU1F1 Gene on Twin Production in Egyptian Sheep and Goats (2022)
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Taming the uncultured: Modeling microbial life under very low redox potential in the subsurface and deep-sea biosphere (2022)
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
Omar Emam
Iowa Academy of Science (US)
1 shared publication
- ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression
Saketh Baddam
October 6 University (EG)
1 shared publication
- ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression
Abdelrahman Elfikky
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
1 shared publication
In database
- ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression
Francesco Cavarretta
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
1 shared publication
In database
- ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression
Yasser M. Sanad
University of California, Santa Cruz
1 shared publication
In database
- ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression
George Luka
University of Delaware (US)
1 shared publication
- ColiFormer: A Transformer-Based Codon Optimization Model Balancing Multiple Objectives for Enhanced <i>E. coli</i> Gene Expression
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