Dr. Fatma Ward obtained a Bachelor of Science in microbiology at Mansoura University, Egypt, and a Master of Science in microbiology at Damietta University, Damietta. She earned her Ph.D. in microbiology (phycology) at Damietta University, Damietta.

Dr. Fatma Ward is interested in fields of research that are medical microbiology, phycology, applied microbiology, and microbial products. Her present research focuses on searching for bioactive compounds from seaweeds, and some microalgae with their bioactivity to use as alternatives to treat human diseases.