Aria pursued his master’s degree in agronomy. In 2015, he embarked on a journey to Australia to undertake a PhD in crop genetics and genomics, specifically focusing on plant-microbe interactions, particularly in the Leptosphaeria maculans and canola pathosystems.

As a dedicated researcher, Aria's role encompasses a range of responsibilities. From his early days at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) in WA, where he served as a Technical Officer, to his current position at the University of Western Australia (UWA) in the Batley Lab as a Research Fellow, his responsibilities have spanned various facets of agricultural research. He engages in wet and dry lab work, executes data analysis, and uses bioinformatic tools and methods.

During his PhD, Aria's research journey commenced with a focus on crop genetics, delving into the intricate dynamics of plant-microbe interactions. This initial phase laid the foundation for his subsequent research endeavours, including investigating the complexities of verticillium stripe disease in canola during his postdoctoral research at the University of Manitoba.

His primary research interests lie in unravelling the mysteries of plant-pathogen interactions, specifically focusing on disease resistance in Brassica species. Exploring the genetic basis of resistance against blackleg disease in canola fuels his passion for understanding and enhancing crop resilience.

Currently, as a Research Fellow in the Batley Lab at UWA, he is deeply immersed in projects that aim to uncover and explore resistance genes in Brassica species concerning blackleg disease. This multifaceted role requires proficiency in wet and dry lab techniques and adept data analysis and visualisation skills using bioinformatic tools and software.

Aria's future research aspirations involve advancing our understanding of plant-pathogen interactions and contributing to developing strategies for sustainable crop management. He is particularly interested in exploring novel avenues for disease resistance in crops and leveraging advanced technologies to enhance agricultural productivity.

Technical Officer, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), Australia.

Postdoctoral Researcher, Department of Plant Science, University of Manitoba, Canada.

Research Officer, School of Biological Sciences, The University of Western Australia. 

Fluent in Persian and English, Aria brings a multicultural perspective to his research endeavours, fostering effective communication and collaboration in diverse academic environments.