Mohammad Hossein Rezadoost | Genomics | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hossein Rezadoost | Genomics | Best Researcher Award

Teacher | University of Guilan | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Hossein Rezadoost, currently serving as Head of the Biotechnology Department at the University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran, is a distinguished researcher with a PhD in Biotechnology and a career dedicated to advancing both agricultural and medical biotechnology. He earned his doctorate with a focus on molecular biology and plant biotechnology, building a strong foundation in genetic engineering and bioinformatics. Dr. Rezadoost’s research spans diverse areas including plant molecular biology, transgenic crop development, stress physiology, biopharmaceutical production in microbial hosts, and the discovery of plant-derived anticancer and therapeutic compounds. He has published extensively in high-impact journals such as Molecular Biology Reports, MethodsX, Journal of Medicine and Life, Inflammopharmacology, and Medical Chemistry Research, with landmark contributions on apoptosis induction in cancer cells, bioinformatics-guided protein expression, and innovative protocols for nucleic acid extraction from recalcitrant plant species. His co-authored books include Biotechnology and Plant Pests and Diseases and Pichia Pastoris: Host of Recombinant Protein, along with significant translation work in plant biochemistry. Recognized for his academic excellence, Dr. Rezadoost has received several national research awards and has been invited to present at prestigious congresses on biotechnology and genetics. He also contributes to the scientific community as a reviewer and editorial board member for international journals in biotechnology, molecular biology, and plant sciences. Through his leadership and innovative research, Dr. Rezadoost has established himself as a health scientist whose multidisciplinary contributions bridge agriculture, environment, and medicine, advancing both fundamental knowledge and translational applications with global impact. He has 148 citations from 15 documents with an h-index of 5.

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Publications

1. Rezadoost, M. H., Kordrostami, M., & Kumleh, H. H. (2016). An efficient protocol for isolation of inhibitor-free nucleic acids even from recalcitrant plants.

2. Rezadoost, M. H., Kumleh, H. H., & Ghasempour, A. (2019). Cytotoxicity and apoptosis induction in breast cancer, skin cancer and glioblastoma cells by plant extracts.

3. Kebriyaee, D., Kordrostami, M., Rezadoost, M. H., & Lahiji, H. S. (2012). QTL analysis of agronomic traits in rice using SSR and AFLP markers. Notulae Scientia Biologicae.

4. Hashemzadeh, F., Rafeie, F., Hadipour, A., & Rezadoost, M. H. (2022). Supplementing a phytogenic-rich herbal mixture to heat-stressed lambs: Growth performance, carcass yield, and muscle and liver antioxidant status.

5. Ghasemi, S., Kumleh, H. H., Kordrostami, M., & Rezadoost, M. H. (2023). Drought stress-mediated alterations in secondary metabolites and biosynthetic gene expression in cumin plants: Insights from gene-specific and metabolite-level analyses.

6. Rezadoost, M. H., Sohani, M. M., Hatamzadeh, A., & Mirzaii, M. R. (2012). In vitro regeneration of sour orange (Citrus aurantium L.) via direct organogenesis.

Teimuraz Lezhava | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Teimuraz Lezhava | Biomedical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Head of the Department of Genetics | Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University | Georgia

Professor Teimuraz Lezhava, Head of the Department of Genetics at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University and Director of the TSU Institute of Genetics, is a distinguished health scientist and geneticist whose career has been dedicated to advancing the understanding of human genome dynamics, aging, and cancer biology. He defended his doctoral dissertation in Leningrad in 1984, earning his PhD in Biological Sciences, and in the same year was appointed Professor of Genetics. Professor Lezhava is internationally recognized for formulating the Genetic Theory of Aging, which links progressive chromosome heterochromatinization to the decline of genomic function and age-related pathologies, and his pioneering research on peptide bioregulators that can induce chromatin deheterochromatinization, opening therapeutic avenues for aging, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and tuberculosis. His scholarship includes more than 150 scientific publications and three influential monographs, notably Human Chromosomes and Aging (New York, 2006), with his most recent work appearing in leading journals such as Aging Nature, Cytology and Genetics, and International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics. He has played a prominent role in the international scientific community, founding the symposium “Chromosomes and Aging” at the World Congress of Gerontologists and Geriatricians, and delivering invited lectures across Europe, Asia, and the United States. Professor Lezhava has been honored with the Order of Honor Cavalier and the prestigious Advanced Scholar Award of the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IAGG-ER) for his contributions to biogerontology. He also serves on the editorial boards of several scientific journals, including Georgian Medical News, Jacobs Journal of Gerontology, Inter Ging, and others, underscoring his role as a leader in shaping the global dialogue on genetics, aging, and human health. He has 312 citations from 68 documents with an h-index of 8.

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Publications

1. Lezhava, T., Monaselidze, J., Jokhadze, T., Gorgoshidze, M., Kiladze, M., & Gaiozishvili, M. (2011). Remodeling of heterochromatin induced by heavy metals in extreme old age.

2. Monaselidze, J., Gorgoshidze, M., Jokhadze, T., Gaiozishvili, M., & Lezhava, T. (2011). Influence of tetrapeptide on chromatin thermostability. Bulletin of Experimental Biology and Medicine.

3. Lezhava, T., Monaselidze, J., Jokhadze, T., Kakauridze, N., Khodeli, N., Rogava, M., Bochorishvili, T., Gorgoshidze, M., Khachidze, D., Lomidze, E., et al. (2011). Gerontology research in Georgia.

4. Monaselidze, J. R., Khavinson, V. K., Gorgoshidze, M. Z., Khachidze, D. G., Lomidze, E. M., Jokhadze, T. A., & Lezhava, T. A. (2011). Effect of the peptide bronchogen (Ala-Asp-Glu-Leu) on DNA thermostability.

5. Kiladze, M., Gorgoshidze, M., Monaselidze, J., Jokhadze, T., & Lezhava, T. (2009). Microcalorimetric study of human blood lymphocytes culture at presence of copper, cadmium and prostamax.

Aziz Homayouni-Rad | Nutrition Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Aziz Homayouni-Rad | Nutrition Science | Best Researcher Award

Project administration | Tabriz University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Aziz Homayouni, currently a faculty member at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, is a distinguished researcher in the fields of nutrition, food science, and functional foods. He obtained his advanced degrees in [please insert exact degrees and universities if available], equipping him with a strong foundation in biomedical and nutritional sciences. Dr. Homayouni’s research focuses on the health-promoting roles of probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, investigating their mechanisms in disease prevention, mental health, metabolic disorders, and cancer adjuvant therapy. He has authored over 98 peer-reviewed publications, with several appearing in high-impact journals such as Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, Current Nutrition & Food Science, Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, and European Journal of Nutrition. His work on postbiotics as novel therapeutic agents, functional food formulations, and bioactive compound delivery systems has been widely cited, reflecting his influence in the field. Dr. Homayouni has received numerous awards and recognitions for his contributions to nutritional and biomedical research, including international acknowledgments for his innovative studies in functional foods. In addition to his research, he serves on the editorial boards of several scientific journals, contributing his expertise to advance rigorous scholarship and promote evidence-based nutrition science. Through his integrated approach combining food chemistry, microbiology, and clinical nutrition, Dr. Homayouni continues to shape the understanding of diet-based interventions in human health and disease prevention, making a significant impact on both the scientific community and public health. He has 6756 citations from 174 documents with an h-index of 44.

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Publications

1. Abedi Soleimani, R., Abdoli, A., Gonbari Milani, P., Khani, N., & Homayouni-Rad, A. (2025). Postbiotics as promising tools for controlling foodborne viruses infections.

2. Hosseinzadeh, N., Abbasi, A., Bazdar, M., Samadi Kafil, H., Sarabi-Aghdam, V., & Homayouni-Rad, A. (2025). Biological profiling of postbiotics of Lactobacillus plantarum: Antibacterial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic properties under in vitro and food circumstances. Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins.

3. Khani, N., Shakeri, A. H., Houshmandi, S., Ziavand, M., Abedi-Soleimani, R., Hosseinzadeh, N., & Homayouni-Rad, A. (2025). The promising biological role of postbiotics in treating human infertility. Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins.

4. Khani, N., Abedi Soleimani, R., & Homayouni-Rad, A. (2025). Potential of postbiotics for the biodegradation of xenobiotics: A review. Current Nutrition & Food Science.

5. Khani, N., Shakeri, A. H., Ashkezary, M. R., Aghapour, B., Abedi Soleimani, R., Hosseinzadeh, N., Rezaei-Savadkouhid, N., Khorrami, R., Shkouhian, S. M. J., & Homayouni-Rad, A. (2025). Potential of postbiotics in the biodegradation of antinutrients in foods. Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins.

Maria Luisa Brandi | Endocrinology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Dr. Maria Luisa Brandi | Endocrinology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor of Endocrinology | McMaster University| Italy

Professor Maria Luisa Brandi, Full Professor of Endocrinology at the University of Florence, is an internationally recognized leader in the fields of molecular and cellular endocrinology, bone and mineral metabolism, and hereditary endocrine tumors. After completing her Licenza Liceale in Classical Studies in Orvieto, she earned her MD with First Class Honors and a Specialty in Endocrinology with First Class Honors from the University of Florence, followed by advanced training at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA, and a Ph.D. in Cell Biology from the University of Rome. Her pioneering contributions include the development of over 10 permanent cell lines to elucidate calci-phospho-tropic hormone mechanisms, the early application of genetic testing in clinical endocrinology, and the creation of international patient registries for rare bone and endocrine disorders. She has authored more than 1,000 peer-reviewed publications, significantly shaping clinical guidelines for osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, and rare metabolic bone diseases. Professor Brandi’s scientific excellence has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the ESE European Hormone Medal (2023), the IOF Olof Johnell Science Award (2025), the Boy Frame Award for Excellence in Clinical Research (2021), and election as a Fellow of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (2022). Beyond her research, she has held leadership positions in major scientific societies, including serving as General Secretary of ESCEO and as a Board Member of the International Osteoporosis Foundation, while also contributing as editor or board member for leading journals such as Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, Clinical Cases in Mineral and Bone Metabolism, Calcified Tissue International, and Nutrients. She has 52160 citations from 1025 documents with an h-index of 107.

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Publications

1. Grieco, T., Paolino, G., Moliterni, E., Chello, C., Sernicola, A., Brandi, M. L., Egan, C. G., Morelli, M., Nannipieri, F., Battaglia, S., et al. (2025). Non-skeletal roles of vitamin D in skin, gut, and cardiovascular disease: Focus on epithelial barrier function and immune regulation in chronic disease.

2. Iantomasi, T., Aurilia, C., Donati, S., Falsetti, I., Palmini, G., Carossino, R., Zonefrati, R., Ranaldi, F., & Brandi, M. L. (2025). Oxidative stress, microRNAs, and long non-coding RNAs in osteoarthritis pathogenesis: Cross-talk and molecular mechanisms involved. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

3. Donati, S., Aurilia, C., Marini, F., Giusti, F., Palmini, G., Falsetti, I., Cioppi, F., Ranaldi, F., Iantomasi, T., Moro, A., et al. (2025). Serums miR-24-3p and miR-1301-3p as potential biomarkers in MEN1 syndrome. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

4. Falsetti, I., Palmini, G., Zonefrati, R., Vasa, K., Donati, S., Aurilia, C., Baroncelli, A., Viglianisi, C., Ranaldi, F., Iantomasi, T., et al. (2025). Antiproliferative role of natural and semi-synthetic tocopherols on colorectal cancer cells overexpressing the estrogen receptor β. International Journal of Molecular.

5. Donati, S., Palmini, G., Aurilia, C., Falsetti, I., Marini, F., Galli, G., Zonefrati, R., Iantomasi, T., Margheriti, L., Franchi, A., et al. (2025). Establishment and molecular characterization of a human stem cell line from a primary cell culture obtained from an ectopic calcified lesion of a tumoral calcinosis patient carrying a novel GALNT3 mutation.

6. Aurilia, C., Palmini, G., Donati, S., Falsetti, I., Galli, G., Margheriti, L., Iantomasi, T., Moro, A., & Brandi, M. L. (2025). The presence of the endocannabinoid system in an in vitro model of Gorham-Stout disease and its possible role in the pathogenesis. International Journal of Molecular.

Mohamed Abouelkhair | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Mohamed Abouelkhair | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor | Rowan University | United States

Dr. Mohamed Adel Salaheldin Abouelkhair, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVM (Virology and Immunology), is an Associate Professor of Virology and Clinical Immunology at the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, Rowan University, New Jersey. He earned his Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Master of Science in Veterinary Infectious Diseases from the University of Sadat City, Egypt, followed by a PhD in Comparative and Experimental Medicine from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where he also completed his postdoctoral research. Dr. Abouelkhair’s research spans veterinary and comparative immunology, viral pathogenesis, infectious disease diagnostics, microbial vaccines, and host-pathogen interactions, with particular focus on immunological mechanisms in companion animals and translational models for human health. He has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and has contributed to advancing molecular diagnostics and immunological assays used in veterinary medicine. His scholarly impact is reflected in multiple prestigious honors, including the Peggy Cotter Award for Outstanding Early Career Researcher from the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the ASM Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship, the Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award nomination, and recognition at the University of Tennessee Research Foundation awards for a U.S. patent on Staphylococcus pseudintermedius virulence factors. Additionally, he has been awarded multiple Scholarships of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Visiting Faculty Travel Grant. Beyond research, Dr. Abouelkhair actively serves the scientific community as Chair of the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists Graduate Student Awards Committee and contributes as a reviewer and editorial board member for leading scientific journals in microbiology, immunology, and virology.

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Publications

1. Elaadli, H., Badr, Y., Raouf, M., Kania, S. A., Elsakhawy, O. K., Altaib, H., & Abouelkhair, M. A. (2025). Isolation and molecular characterization of three Staphylococcus pseudintermedius strains from dogs and humans in Egypt. Current Microbiology. Advance online publication.

2. Elsakhawy, O. K., & Abouelkhair, M. A. (2025). Genome mining reveals a sactipeptide biosynthetic cluster in Staphylococcus pseudintermedius.

3. Elsakhawy, O. K., Roozitalab, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., & Roux, S. (2025). Genome sequence of a bovine respiratory syncytial virus strain from a cow in Tennessee. Microbiology Resource Announcements.

4. Elsakhawy, O. K., Roozitalab, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., & Matthijnssens, J. (2025). Genome sequence of a Tetraparvovirus ungulate 1 strain from a cow in Tennessee, USA. Microbiology Resource Announcements.

5. Baker, E., Rich, S. M., Dennis, M., Miller, D., Su, C., Rosypal von Dohlen, A., Abouelkhair, M. A., Hamer, S. A., Jensen, A., & Gerhold, R. (2025). Pathology and parasitology of free-ranging coyotes from Tennessee and South Carolina.

Amin Hasanvand | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amin Hasanvand | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Lorestan University | Iran

Dr. Amin Hasanvand, Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, is an accomplished Iranian pharmacologist and biomedical scientist whose career reflects excellence in research, teaching, and leadership in health sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in pharmacology from Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2016, with a doctoral thesis focused on the AMPK signaling pathway and its role in diabetic neuropathy, and has since developed a robust academic profile. His research interests span pharmacology, diabetes, nephropharmacology, inflammation, neuropathy, and neuroscience, with particular focus on AMPK-dependent mechanisms, metformin, gut microbiome modulation, and novel strategies for neuropathic pain management. Over the years, Dr. Hasanvand has published more than 50 peer-reviewed articles in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, authored two academic books titled Medical Pharmacology Education and Antibiotics: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Applications, and contributed to over 40 completed research projects, while actively mentoring medical and pharmacy students. He also serves as Editor of the Herbal Medicine Journal and as an editorial board member of Annals of Pharmacology and Immunopathologia Persa, alongside being a reviewer for leading international journals such as Journal of Neuroimmune Pharmacology, Cancer Control, and Obesity Reviews. In recognition of his impactful contributions, Dr. Hasanvand has been honored seven times as the top researcher at his university and was ranked among the world’s top 2% most influential scientists in 2023. His distinguished career reflects an enduring commitment to advancing pharmacological sciences and improving health outcomes through research, innovation, and education. He has 809 citations from 38 documents with an h-index of 14.

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Publications

1. Mir, S., Abbaszadeh, A., Hasanpour Dehkordi, A., & Hasanvand, A. (2019). Metformin and its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative effects; new concepts. Journal of Renal Injury Prevention.

2. Hasanvand, A., Kharazmkia, A., Mir, S., Khorramabadi, R. M., & Darabi, S. (2018). Ameliorative effect of ferulic acid on gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in a rat model; role of antioxidant effects. Journal of Renal Injury Prevention.

3. Khorramabadi, R. M., Amanolahi Baharvand, P., Pirzadroozbahani, N., Hasanvand, A., Kharazmkia, A., Goudarzi, M., Mir, S., & Ahmadizar, F. (2018). Evaluation of the antioxidant effects of zolpidem in the rat model of cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity. Journal of Renal Injury Prevention.

4. Hasanvand, A., Amini-Khoei, H., Jahanabadi, S., Hadian, M.-R., Abdollahi, A., Tavangar, S. M., Mehr, S. E., & Dehpour, A. R. (2018). Metformin attenuates streptozotocin-induced diabetic nephropathy in rats through activation of AMPK signaling pathway. Journal of Nephropathology.

5. Abbaszadeh, A., Koushki, S., Koushki, S., Eskandarzadeh, M., & Hasanvand, A. (2018). Metformin; a mini-review to its antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties. Journal of Renal Injury Prevention.

6. Babaeenezhad, E., & Hasanvand, A. (2018). Renoprotective impacts of metformin with insulin in type 1 diabetes; role of its antioxidant efficacy. Journal of Nephropathology.

Hai Phan Vu | Public Health | Innovative Research Award

Dr. Hai Phan Vu | Public Health | Innovative Research Award

Head of Bio-Lab | Hue University | Vietnam

Dr. Phan Vu Hai, currently serving as Head of the Bio-Lab at the Faculty of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University, Vietnam, is a distinguished veterinary researcher with extensive contributions to animal health and sustainable livestock production. He earned his academic training in veterinary science and advanced specialization in livestock nutrition and health management, which laid the foundation for his pioneering research on indigenous medicinal herbs and probiotic fermentation as alternatives to antibiotics in tropical poultry and livestock systems. His work has significantly advanced strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance while enhancing reproductive performance and disease resistance in farm animals. Dr. Hai has authored more than 50 scientific publications, including over 10 indexed in Scopus Q1/Q2 and Web of Science journals, alongside influential books such as Using Herbs in Veterinary Medicine and Probiotic-Fermented Alliaceae Herbs as an Alternative to Antibiotics in Broiler Chicken, both published with ISBN registration. His contributions have been recognized through leadership of multiple national and provincial research projects funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and Hue University, as well as his consultancy for Greenfeed Vietnam. In addition to research, he has supervised PhD, master’s, and undergraduate students, fostering the next generation of veterinary scientists. Dr. Hai’s achievements have earned him recognition as an innovative researcher in veterinary herbal medicine, poultry nutrition, and sustainable farming practices. He also contributes to the scientific community through collaborations and peer-review roles for veterinary and livestock journals, strengthening both national and global networks in animal health research.

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Publications

1. Hai, P. V., Anh, L. X., & Hoa, N. X. (2025). Fermented Chive (Allium schoenoprasum) with Lactobacillus plantarum: A potential antibiotic alternative feed additive for broilers challenged with Escherichia coli. Fermentation.

2. Hai, P. V. (2025). Isolation and selection of indigenous chicken-derived Bacillus subtilis strains as potential probiotic alternatives to antibiotics against Gram-negative enteropathogens. Journal of Advanced Veterinary and Animal Research.

3. Hai, P., Hoang, P., Pham, H., Tran, N., Ngo, L., Nguyen, K., Tran, L., & Nguyen, H. (2024). Selection of Lactobacillus strains from native chicken feces for the fermentation of purple onion (Allium cepa L.) as an antibiotic alternative against Salmonella spp. in chickens. Open Veterinary Journal, 14(12), 35.

4. Hai, P. V. (2024). Optimizing fermentation conditions for purple onion (Allium cepa L.) using Bacillus subtilis bsn5 to produce products rich in carboxymethyl cellulase for poultry farming. TNU Journal of Science and Technology.

5. Hai, P. V., & Tran, N. L. (2023). Effects of chive bulb extract on semen quality and blood biochemistry of roosters under heat stress conditions. Proceedings of the 5th Vietnam Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Conference (AVS2023).

Ehsan Arabzadeh | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ehsan Arabzadeh | Public Health | Best Researcher Award

University faculty member | Baqiyatallah University of medical science | Iran

Dr. Ehsan Arabzadeh is a health scientist and researcher currently serving as Director of Research at Histogenotech Company, Tehran, Iran, with an academic background deeply rooted in exercise physiology and sports sciences. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Sport Sciences from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2011), followed by a Master’s in Exercise Physiology from the University of Mazandaran (2013), and later completed his Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology at Urmia University (2018), where he was recognized as an Exceptional Talent scholar by the Iranian National Elite Foundation. His research focuses on molecular and cellular exercise physiology, exercise biochemistry, clinical exercise physiology, and the therapeutic role of herbal and nano-supplement interventions, with significant contributions to understanding cardiokines, myokines, adipokines, oxidative stress, neurodegeneration, and metabolic disorders. Dr. Arabzadeh has authored and co-authored numerous publications in high-impact journals such as Nutrition, Pflügers Archiv-European Journal of Physiology, Biogerontology, Gene, and Journal of Food Biochemistry, where his studies explored exercise’s role in liver disease, cardiovascular function, skeletal muscle adaptation, and neuroprotection. His scientific excellence has been recognized through prestigious honors, including membership in the Iranian National Elite Foundation (awarded to less than 0.3% of Iranian students) and the Shahid Tehrani Moghaddam Award in 2019, alongside sporting achievements such as silver medals in national badminton competitions. In addition to his research, Dr. Arabzadeh has teaching experience at Urmia and Mazandaran Universities and serves on editorial and peer-review boards of several scientific journals, further contributing to advancing the fields of exercise physiology and health sciences. He has 267 citations from 43 documents with an h-index of 10.

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Publications

1. Arabzadeh, E., Samadian, Z., Tofighi, A., & Tolouei Azar, J. (2020). Alteration of follistatin-like 1, neuron-derived neurotrophic factor, and vascular endothelial growth factor in diabetic cardiac muscle after moderate-intensity aerobic exercise with insulin. Sport Sciences for Health.

2. Shirvani, H., & Arabzadeh, E. (2020). Metabolic cross-talk between skeletal muscle and adipose tissue in high-intensity interval training vs. moderate-intensity continuous training by regulation of PGC-1α. Eating and Weight Disorders.

3. Shirvani, H., Arabzadeh, E., & Akbari, J. (2020). The short-term effect of caffeine supplementation on immune-endocrine responses to acute intensive exercise / Effet à court terme d’une supplémentation en caféine sur les réponses immunitaires et endocriniennes à un exercice intense et bref. Science and Sports.

4. Shirvani, H., Aslani, J., Fallah Mohammadi, Z., & Arabzadeh, E. (2019). Short-term effect of low-, moderate-, and high-intensity exercise training on cerebral dopamine neurotrophic factor (CDNF) and oxidative stress biomarkers in brain male Wistar rats. Comparative Clinical Pathology.

5. Mirdar, S., Kazemzadeh, Y., Arabzadeh, E., Shirvani, H., & Hamidian, G. (2019). The effects of tapering with and without ethanolic extract of Nigella sativa on hypoxia inducible factor-1α and exercise-induced bronchial changes. Journal of Military Medicine.

Suresh Arumugam | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Suresh Arumugam | Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Scientist | Meenakshi Medical College Hospital and Research Institute | India

Dr. A. Suresh is a distinguished microbiologist and currently serves as Scientist cum Research Coordinator at the Central Research Laboratory, Meenakshi Medical College Hospital & Research Institute, Kanchipuram, with over 17 years of academic experience and 9 years of corporate expertise. He holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology from the University of Madras, an M.Phil. in Biotechnology from Bharathidasan University, and an M.Sc. in Applied Microbiology from Sri Sankara Arts and Science College under the University of Madras. His primary research areas span infectious diseases, antimicrobial resistance, natural product-based drug discovery, and genome annotation, where he has significantly contributed through genomic data submissions, innovative patents, and translational studies. Dr. Suresh has authored and co-authored more than 70 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals including the Journal of Medical Virology, Molecular Biology Reports, Drug Delivery Science and Technology, and Luminescence, highlighting his multidisciplinary expertise across microbiology, biotechnology, and clinical research. His scientific contributions have been recognized through several awards, including distinctions for innovation in natural product drug discovery and his leadership in antimicrobial stewardship. Beyond his research, Dr. Suresh has played a pivotal role as Ph.D. supervisor, doctoral committee member, and academic coordinator, mentoring young researchers and advancing scientific education. He also contributes to the wider scientific community as an editorial board member and peer reviewer for reputed international journals, ensuring the dissemination of high-quality research. Dr. Suresh’s career embodies a balance of scientific discovery, innovation, and academic mentorship, positioning him as a thought leader in microbiology and drug discovery research. He has 360 citations from 68 documents with an h-index of 8.

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Publications

1. Mohan, K., Srinivasan, S., Selvaraj, S., Suresh, A., & Krishnamoorthy, A. (2025). A study on dengue infection, seroprevalence and its seasonal distribution among patients attending a tertiary care hospital, Kanchipuram, India. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science.

2. Kaliaperumal, K., Aboobacker, J., Dhanapal, V., Gayathri, A., Subramanian, K., Suresh, A., Elumalai, S., Sampath, S., Devanesan, S., AlSalhi, M. S., et al. (2025). Bioremediation of malachite green dye using Sargassum wightii seaweed and its biological and physicochemical characterization. Open Chemistry.

3. Kamalanathan, J., Suresh, M. S., Rajendran, V., AlSalhi, M., Devanesan, S., Suresh, A., Joseph, J., & Sampath, S. (2025). Nuclear staining and fluorogenic probe–based evaluation of ROS-cytotoxic potential using AgNPs synthesized from Cajanus trinervius against A431 cell line. Luminescence.

4. Suresh, A., Muninathan, N., Sampath, S., Devanesan, S., AlSalhi, M. S., & Manoj, D. (2025). Role of traditional and new biomarkers in the assessment of chronic kidney diseases: A comprehensive analysis of the biochemical, molecular and clinical dimensions. Molecular Biology Reports.

5. Rajeswari, M. V., Suresh, A., Thirumalaikumar, E., Subramanian, K., Kaliaperumal, K., Sampath, S., Devanesan, S., & AlSalhi, M. S. (2025). Efficacy of chitosan conjugated bivalent vaccine on immune response and disease resistance against Aeromonas hydrophila and Aeromonas caviae in goldfish (Carassius auratus). Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology.

6. Christina, B., Poongkuzhali, S., Muninathan, N., Bhaskaran, K., & Suresh, A. (2025). The mechanisms and therapeutic potential of the microbiome-immune interface in cancer. Discover Biotechnology.

Paramanna Poojari | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Paramanna Poojari | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar | Karnatak University Dharwad | India

Dr. Paramanna Poojari, currently serving as a Research Scholar in the Department of Biochemistry at Karnatak University Dharwad, has built a strong academic and professional foundation in the fields of biochemistry, microbiology, nanotechnology, and cell culture. He holds a postgraduate degree in biochemistry and has specialized in experimental and applied research with a focus on nanoscience, cancer biology, drug delivery systems, and phytoremediation. Dr. Poojari’s research explores the potential of nanoparticles, plant tissue culture, antibiotic sensitivity testing, and nanomaterial characterization, with the objective of advancing innovative solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and environmental sustainability. His scholarly contributions include publications in highly regarded international journals indexed in Scopus, Google Scholar, and UGC CARE list, such as Drug Delivery Science and Technology, Water Air and Soil Pollution, and Dispersion Science and Technology, with a citation index of 24 and an h-index of 3. He has also contributed a book chapter published with ISBN: 9781032699882, further strengthening his academic profile. In recognition of his growing expertise, Dr. Poojari has been entrusted with editorial and peer-review responsibilities for reputed publishers including Elsevier and Springer Nature, underscoring his role in maintaining research quality and scientific integrity. His collaborations with nanotechnology laboratories have enabled interdisciplinary exploration bridging life sciences and material sciences. With patents under preparation and continued innovation in biotechnology applications, Dr. Poojari exemplifies a dedicated young scientist committed to impactful research. His academic achievements and professional contributions highlight his potential as a future leader in health sciences and allied fields. He has 18 citations from 8 documents with an h-index of 3.

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1. Ganeshkar, M. P., Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Poojari, P. B., Goder, P. H., … (2023). Biocompatibility assessment of Rutin and PEG loaded novel nanoceria on human erythrocytes and human myeloid leukemia (U937) cells. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 86, 104761.

2. Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Ganeshkar, M. P., Mirjankar, M. R., Poojari, P. B., … (2024). Green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles using Simarouba glauca leaf extract, characterization and screening for their biological applications. Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology, 1–15.

3. Mirjankar, M. R., Pattar, S. V., Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Poojari, P. B., … (2023). Phytoremediation of copper contaminated water using Pistia stratiotes and emphasis of thermal stability in response to metal stress. Water Conservation Science and Engineering, 8(1), 24.

4. Mirjankar, M. R., Pattar, S. V., Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Poojari, P. B., … (2023). Isolation of culturable endophytic bacteria from the roots of Aloe vera L. (Aloe barbadensis Miller) and their application in phytodegradation of xenobiotics. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 234(7), 451.

5. Shivappa, P., Mirjankar, M. R., Gaddigal, A. T., Ganeshkar, M. P., Poojari, P. B., … (2023). Bismuth nanoparticle synthesis utilizing hydroalcoholic Endocomia macrocoma leaf extract to evaluate their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology, 1–15.