MyRettTeam Medical Reviewer | Souad Messahel, Ph.D.

Souad Messahel, Ph.D.

Souad Messahel is a neuroscientist who studies rare neurological conditions and how they change over time. Her research focuses on identifying biomarkers — measurable signals in the body — that may help doctors better understand and monitor conditions such as Rett syndrome and autism. She has worked across multiple stages of drug development, including biomarker discovery, translational research, and clinical trials. Souad has led and supported studies of rare neurogenetic conditions, including first-in-human and natural history clinical trials. She also contributes to scientific writing for regulatory submissions and clinical research programs, helping translate research findings into information that supports the development of new treatments.

Education

• University of Manchester (Ph.D.)