Pradeep Kumar Chand | Translational Research | Best Health Biotechnology Award

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Prof. Pradeep Kumar Chand | Translational Research | Best Health Biotechnology Award 

Former Vice Chancellor | Utkal University | India

Prof. (Dr.) Pradeep Kumar Chand is a distinguished academician and researcher, currently serving as Chairperson of NAAC Peer Teams constituted by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (Government of India) and formerly the Vice Chancellor of a State University. He earned his B.Sc. (Botany Hons.) and M.Sc. (Botany) with top distinctions and obtained his Ph.D. in Science from a reputed university in the United Kingdom, specializing in Plant Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering. With over 37 years of teaching and research experience, Prof. Chand’s pioneering contributions encompass plant tissue culture, genetic transformation, somatic hybridization, DNA fingerprinting, biogenic nanotechnology, and phytochemical analysis. He has guided numerous postgraduate research scholars, including several Ph.D. and M.Phil. awardees, and has authored numerous research papers in reputed international and national journals. His work in green nanotechnology and nano-onco-therapeutics has earned wide academic recognition. Prof. Chand has been honored with prestigious fellowships from organizations such as the DBT, DST, and INSA, and has served as a Biotechnology Overseas Associate under the Government of India’s Department of Biotechnology. His research collaborations with globally recognized institutions in Europe, Asia, and the United States highlight his international scientific engagement. Additionally, Prof. Chand has held editorial and peer-review roles in several scientific journals, contributing significantly to advancing research standards in biotechnology and plant sciences both nationally and internationally. He has 2333 citations from 81 documents with an h-index of 27.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus

Publications

1. Genetically transformed root extracts of medicinal plant Sida acuta Burm.f. attenuate hyperglycemic effects in induced diabetic rats. (2025). Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture.

2. Validation of PCR amplicon-based directed amplified minisatellite DNA (DAMD) markers for analysis of population structure and fruit trait association of promising Indian mangoes. (2025). Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution.

3. Hexavalent chromium bioaccumulation mediated enhancement of pyrethrin production in African marigold (Tagetes erecta L.): a promising plant for phytoremediation. (2023). Acta Physiologiae Plantarum.

4. Silver nanocrystals bio-fabricated using Rhizobium rhizogenes-transformed in vitro root extracts demonstrate health proactive properties. (2022). Bionanoscience.

5. Anthropogenic interventions regulate forest structure and carbon stock in transitional dry forests of Similipal Biosphere Reserve, India. (2022). Ecoscience.

Miguel Garcia-Gonzalez | Translational Research | Innovative Research Award

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Dr. Miguel Garcia-Gonzalez | Translational Research | Innovative Research Award

Research group leader | FIDIS/IDIS | Spain

Dr. Miguel García González is a distinguished biomedical researcher and Group Leader at the Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria de Santiago (IDIS/CHUS) in Spain, specializing in Molecular Genetics and Developmental Biology of Kidney Diseases. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the University of Santiago de Compostela, where he developed a strong foundation in genetics, molecular mechanisms, and translational nephrology. His research focuses on understanding the genetic and molecular bases of polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and related hereditary disorders, integrating genomic, cellular, and developmental biology approaches to identify novel therapeutic targets. Dr. García González has authored more than 40 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Nature Medicine, PNAS, Kidney International, and Human Molecular Genetics, contributing significantly to the field’s understanding of renal pathophysiology. His work has received numerous national and international research grants and awards, recognizing his excellence in scientific innovation and mentorship. He actively participates in editorial and peer-review roles for several leading journals in nephrology and molecular biology, further influencing the direction of biomedical research. In addition to his research contributions, Dr. García González is deeply committed to training young scientists, supervising doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across clinical and molecular domains. His pioneering work continues to advance precision medicine approaches in nephrology, bridging basic science discoveries with clinical applications aimed at improving outcomes for patients with genetic kidney diseases. He has 1913 citations from 50 documents with an h-index of 20.

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Publications

1. A comparative proteomic, transcriptomic and glycomic analysis of extracellular vesicle isolation techniques highlights ExoGAG efficiency for a more complete identification of breast milk molecular signaling pathways. (2025). Cell Communication and Signaling.

2. Therapeutic opportunities in polycystic kidney and liver disease through extracellular matrix dynamics. (2025). Biochemical Pharmacology.

3. Characterization of recurrent UMOD variants (p.C255Y and p.Q316P) in a Galician cohort: Genotype–phenotype correlation and clinical implications. (2025). Nefrología.

4. Characterization of the functional component in human milk and identification of the molecular mechanisms undergoing prematurity. (2025). Clinical Nutrition.

5. HNF1B transcription factor: Key regulator in renal physiology and pathogenesis. (2025).

Robert Ike | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Robert Ike | Clinical Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Emeritus Associate Professor | University of Michigan | United States

Dr. Iftekhar Ahmed is a distinguished researcher and currently serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Greenfield University. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Dhaka, followed by a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology from the same institution. He completed his PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Cambridge, where his dissertation focused on signaling pathways in stem cell differentiation. Dr. Ahmed’s primary research interests encompass single-cell genomics, CRISPR-based gene editing, and the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular aging. He has authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, including Nature Communications, Cell Reports, and Science Advances, contributing significant insights into cellular heterogeneity and gene regulation. His work has been recognized with numerous awards, such as the Young Investigator Award from the International Society for Stem Cell Research and the National Research Excellence Award from the Ministry of Science and Technology. Beyond his research, Dr. Ahmed actively contributes to the scientific community as an editorial board member for journals such as Stem Cell Research & Therapy and Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences, reviewing manuscripts and guiding the dissemination of cutting-edge discoveries. He has also served as a guest editor for special issues focused on innovative gene-editing technologies. Dr. Ahmed’s combination of rigorous research, extensive publication record, and active engagement in scholarly editorial work underscores his commitment to advancing molecular biology and mentoring the next generation of scientists. He has 5520 citations from 64 documents with an h-index of 22.

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Publications

1. Altman, R. D., Ike, R. W., Hamburger, M. I., McLain, D. A., Daley, M. J., & Adamson, T. C. (2022). Missing the mark? American College of Rheumatology 2019 guidelines for intraarticular hyaluronic acid injection and osteoarthritis knee pain. The Journal of Rheumatology.

2. Ike, R. W., & Kalunian, K. C. (2022). Regarding arthroscopy: Can orthopedists and rheumatologists be friends? Journal of Clinical Rheumatology.

3. Ike, R. W., & Kalunian, K. C. (2021). Arthroscopy in rheumatology. Arthroscopy – Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery.

4. Ike, R. W., Arnold, W. J., & Kalunian, K. C. (2021). Arthroscopy in rheumatology: Where have we been? Where might we go? Rheumatology (United Kingdom).

5. Ike, R. W., Kalunian, K. C., & Arnold, W. J. (2021). Why not wash out the osteoarthritic knee? Journal of Clinical Rheumatology.