David Camann | Environmental Health | Leading Environmental Health Scientist Award

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Mr. David Camann | Environmental Health | Leading Environmental Health Scientist Award

Technical Advisor | Southwest Research Institute | United States

David E. Camann is a Technical Advisor in the Organic Section of the Analytical and Environmental Chemistry Department within the Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Division. He earned his M.S. in Statistics from the University of Chicago in 1970 and a B.S. in Mathematics and Physics from Valparaiso University in 1966, with additional graduate study in Epidemiology at the University of Texas School of Public Health between 1980 and 1983. Mr. Camann is an accomplished researcher in environmental epidemiology, human exposure assessment, and toxicology, focusing on the effects of aerosolized pathogens, pesticides, polyaromatic hydrocarbons, polychlorinated biphenyls, and endocrine-disrupting semivolatile organic chemicals on human health. His work has included landmark studies linking prenatal and childhood chemical exposures to adverse birth outcomes, neurodevelopmental deficits, and increased risks of viral infections and cancers, with findings published in leading peer-reviewed journals in environmental health and exposure science. Throughout his career, Mr. Camann has been recognized for his contributions to methodological innovation in chemical exposure measurement, including the development of foam roller samplers and wipe-based pesticide collection methods. He has served as a Councilor of the International Society of Exposure Science (1998–2001) and as a member of its Editorial Review Board (2013–2018), reflecting his sustained impact on the field. His research achievements, extensive publication record, and editorial leadership have earned him broad recognition among peers, establishing him as a distinguished figure in the study of environmental exposures and human health outcomes. He has 11703 citations from 91 documents with an h-index of 55.

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Publications

1. Wheelock, K., Zhang, J., McConnell, R., Tang, D., Volk, H. E., Wang, Y., Herbstman, J. B., Wang, S., Phillips, D. H., Camann, D., Gong, J., & Perera, F. (2018). A novel method for source-specific hemoglobin adducts of nitro-polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts.

2. Dixon, H. M., Scott, R. P., Holmes, D., Calero, L., Kincl, L. D., Waters, K. M., Camann, D. E., Calafat, A. M., Herbstman, J. B., & Anderson, K. A. (2018). Silicone wristbands compared with traditional polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon exposure assessment methods. Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry.

3. Dodson, R. E., Udesky, J. O., Colton, M. D., McCauley, M., Camann, D. E., Yau, A. Y., Adamkiewicz, G., & Rudel, R. A. (2017). Chemical exposures in recently renovated low-income housing: Influence of building materials and occupant activities. Environment International.

4. Jedrychowski, W. A., Perera, F. P., Maugeri, U., Majewska, R., Mroz, E., Flak, E., Roen, E. L., et al. (2017). Prenatal exposure to fine particles and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and birth outcomes: A two-pollutant approach. International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health.

5. Lovinsky-Desir, S., Miller, R. L., Bautista, J., & Jung, K. H. (2016). Differences in ambient polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon concentrations between streets and alleys in New York City: Open space vs. semi-closed space. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

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.