Maxim Evstigneev | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Maxim Evstigneev | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award 

Director | Sevastopol State University | Russia

Dr. Maxim Pavlovich Evstigneev is the Director of the Institute for Advanced Studies at Sevastopol State University, Russian Federation. He earned his Ph.D. and Doctor of Science (DrSci) in Biophysics and was later appointed Full Professor of Physics. Dr. Evstigneev’s research focuses on the thermodynamics of drug interactions, biophysical chemistry, and nanoparticle interactions, with pioneering contributions in understanding DNA-binding drug mechanisms and the biomedical potential of C60 fullerenes. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and several scientific books, including DNA-binding Aromatic Drug Molecules: Physico-chemical Interactions and Their Biological Roles and Structure, Thermodynamics and Energetics of Drug-DNA Interactions. His scientific impact is reflected through extensive citations and global recognition. Dr. Evstigneev has received multiple prestigious honors, including awards from the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, the President of Ukraine Award to Young Scientists, and recognition as the youngest Doctor of Sciences in Ukraine. He has also led several national and international research grants supported by major scientific foundations and institutions. Beyond research, he serves as Guest Editor for Organic Chemistry International Journal and was an Editorial Board Member of BioMed Research International. Currently, he is Vice-President of the Crimean Academy of Sciences and a recognized expert for the Russian Academy of Sciences, exemplifying leadership and excellence in molecular biophysics and nanomaterials research. He has 2564 citations from 191 documents with an h-index of 28.

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Publications

1. The Fundamental Origin of the Polar Contribution to Heat Capacity Changes in Hydration in an Aqueous Solution. (2025). Journal of Physical Organic Chemistry.

2. The Correlated States Theory of the Hydrophobic Effect. (2025). Journal of Physical Chemistry B.

3. Valsartan – Choline: Preparation, Characterization, and Transdermal Permeation. (2025). Journal of Molecular Liquids.

4. Rationalizing DLS Size Distributions of Fullerene Conjugates. (2024). Letter Article.

5.New PMMA-Based Hydroxyapatite/ZnFe₂O₄/ZnO Composite with Antibacterial Performance and Low Toxicity. (2023). Biomimetics.

Sina Andalib | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sina Andalib | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

correspond author | Zanjan university of medical sciences | Iran

Dr. Sina Andalib is an Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmacology, Pharmacy Faculty, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Iran. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Tabriz Azad University in 2005, focusing on anti-inflammatory effects of statins, and completed his PhD at Tabriz University of Medical Sciences in 2013, investigating the cardioprotective effects of Atorvastatin in isoproterenol-induced heart failure in rats. Dr. Andalib’s research spans pharmacology, neurodegenerative diseases, drug delivery systems, and natural product therapeutics, with a particular focus on Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, diabetes, and cancer. He has supervised numerous PhD and PharmD theses exploring innovative nanoparticle-based drug delivery, herbal and synthetic compound interventions, and molecular mechanisms underlying neuroprotection and cardioprotection. His work has been published extensively in high-impact international journals including ACS Chemical Neuroscience, Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, International Journal of Pharmaceutics, and European Journal of Pharmacology, covering topics such as nanocomposite hydrogels for wound healing, fullerene-based interventions in Alzheimer’s models, and polypharmacological effects of anticancer compounds. Dr. Andalib has contributed to several internationally collaborative projects, including the development of nanocomposites for neuroprotection and polypharmacological studies of anticancer compounds in organoid models. He has received recognition for his scientific contributions in pharmacology and neurotherapeutics and serves on editorial boards of peer-reviewed journals in pharmacology and drug delivery research. In addition to his research, he holds leadership roles at Zanjan University, including Head of the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Head of the Education Development Office, fostering academic development and innovative research in pharmaceutical sciences. He has 751 citations from 39 documents with an h-index of 15.

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Publications

1. Danafar, H., Sharafi, A., Kheiri Manjili, H., & Andalib, S. (2017). Sulforaphane delivery using mPEG–PCL co-polymer nanoparticles to breast cancer cells.

2. Garjani, A., Fathiazad, F., Zakheri, A., Akbari, N. A., Azarmie, Y., Fakhrjoo, A., et al. (2009). The effect of total extract of Securigera securidaca L. seeds on serum lipid profiles, antioxidant status, and vascular function in hypercholesterolemic rats.

3. Barzegar-Jalali, M., Alaei-Beirami, M., Javadzadeh, Y., Mohammadi, G., et al. (2012). Comparison of physicochemical characteristics and drug release of diclofenac sodium–eudragit® RS100 nanoparticles and solid dispersions.

4. Garjani, A., Andalib, S., Biabani, S., Soraya, H., Doustar, Y., & Garjani, A., et al. (2011). Combined atorvastatin and coenzyme Q10 improve the left ventricular function in isoproterenol-induced heart failure in rat.

5. Abedimanesh, N., Asghari, S., Mohammadnejad, K., Daneshvar, Z., et al. (2021). The anti-diabetic effects of betanin in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats through modulating AMPK/SIRT1/NF-κB signaling pathway.

Paramanna Poojari | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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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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Publications

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.