Showkat Ahmad Bhat | Translational Research | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Showkat Ahmad Bhat | Translational Research | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | Deptt. of Biochemistry, Govt. Medical College Handwara | India

Dr. Showkat Ahmad Bhat is an accomplished biochemist and academic leader whose work spans clinical biochemistry, cancer biology, molecular biology, proteomics, and communicable diseases, reflecting a career dedicated to advancing both fundamental understanding and applied biomedical research. As an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at Government Medical College Handwara, he has developed a strong interdisciplinary portfolio with widely cited contributions across diverse domains, including the pharmacological potential of natural compounds, heavy metal toxicity, inflammatory mediators in metabolic disorders, animal and poultry health, and infectious disease pathogenesis. His research on bioactive phytochemicals such as zingerone, naringenin, and D-limonene has provided valuable insights into antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and organ-protective mechanisms, while his work on microbial threats such as Salmonella, gastrointestinal parasites, and foot-and-mouth disease has informed both veterinary and public health perspectives. Dr. Bhat has collaborated extensively with national and international researchers, contributing to reviews, experimental studies, and translational investigations published in reputable journals spanning medical, veterinary, and biochemical sciences. His scholarship also extends to emerging fields such as epigenetic markers and microRNAs in breast cancer, reflecting his commitment to integrating molecular diagnostics with clinical needs. Beyond research, he has helped shape scientific understanding in the Kashmir region by addressing local health challenges, supporting capacity-building, and promoting evidence-based approaches in clinical biochemistry and infectious disease management. His cumulative body of work underscores a sustained commitment to improving human and animal health through rigorous inquiry, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the pursuit of innovative, socially relevant solutions. He has 546 citations from 28 documents with an h-index of 10.

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Publications

1. Bilal Ahmad, S. B., Rehman, M. U., Amin, I., Arif, A., Rasool, S., … (2015). A review on pharmacological properties of zingerone (4-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-butanone). The Scientific World Journal.

2. Bhat, S. A., Hassan, T., & Majid, S. (2019). Heavy metal toxicity and their harmful effects on living organisms: A review. International Journal of Medical Science and Diagnosis Research.

3. Dar, R. A. S. N. A. G. M. A., Ahmad, S. M., Bhat, S. A., Ahmed, R., Urwat, U., Mumtaz, P. T., … (2017). Salmonella typhimurium in poultry: A review. World’s Poultry Science Journal.

4. Bashir, A. H., Bhat, S. A., Majid, S., & Hamid, R. (2020). Role of inflammatory mediators (TNF-α, IL-6, CRP), biochemical and hematological parameters in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients of Kashmir, India. Medical Journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

5. Reshi, M. R. M. A., Husain, I., Bhat, S. A., Rehman, M. U., & Razak, R. (2015). Bovine mastitis as an evolving disease and its impact on the dairy industry. International Journal of Current Research and Review.

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.

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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.