Md Imran Hossain | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Young Scientist Award

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Md Imran Hossain | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Young Scientist Award

Louisiana State University | United States

MD. Imran Hossain is a graduate student in Pathobiological Sciences with a strong academic background in biotechnology and genetic engineering. His research focuses on molecular virology, with particular emphasis on the retrograde transport mechanisms of Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1). He earned his bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering from Gopalganj Science and Technology University, Bangladesh, where his undergraduate research addressed microbial contamination and food nutrition. His academic interests center on molecular biology, virus–host interactions, and advanced virological research.

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Mehdi Zarei | Immunology and Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Mehdi Zarei | Immunology and Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz | Iran

Professor Mehdi Zarei is a distinguished academic and researcher in the Department of Food Hygiene at Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, where he has made significant contributions to the fields of food safety, quality assurance, and food microbiology. His research primarily focuses on the detection, control, and prevention of microbial contamination in food products, ensuring public health protection through scientific innovation and applied microbiological techniques. With extensive experience in foodborne pathogen analysis, microbial ecology, and the development of advanced methodologies for food quality assessment, Professor Zarei’s work bridges the gap between laboratory research and practical applications in the food industry. He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals, advancing knowledge in areas such as microbial resistance, spoilage mechanisms, and novel preservation technologies. His teaching excellence and mentorship have inspired many students and young researchers to pursue careers in food hygiene and microbiological research. Professor Zarei has also actively collaborated with governmental and industrial sectors to improve food safety standards and implement quality management systems that comply with global regulations. His dedication to interdisciplinary research and continuous innovation has earned him recognition as a leading expert in his field. Through his academic leadership, Professor Zarei continues to promote the integration of science, technology, and policy to ensure the production of safe and high-quality food, contributing to the advancement of food safety culture and sustainable development in the agri-food sector.

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  • Ramezani, Z., Zarei, M., & Raminnejad, N. (2015). Comparing the effectiveness of chitosan and nanochitosan coatings on the quality of refrigerated silver carp fillets. Food Control, 51, 43–48.

  • Zarei, M., Jamnejad, A., & Khajehali, E. (2014). Antibacterial effect of silver nanoparticles against four foodborne pathogens. Jundishapur Journal of Microbiology, 7(1), e8720.

  • Mashhadi, N. S., Zakerkish, M., Mohammadiasl, J., Zarei, M., et al. (2018). Astaxanthin improves glucose metabolism and reduces blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 27(2), 341–346.

  • Farsi, F., Mohammadshahi, M., Alavinejad, P., Rezazadeh, A., Zarei, M., et al. (2016). Functions of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on liver enzymes, markers of systemic inflammation, and adipokines in patients affected by nonalcoholic fatty liver disease: A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 35(4), 346–353.

  • Zarei, M., Maktabi, S., & Ghorbanpour, M. (2012). Prevalence of Listeria monocytogenes, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Staphylococcus aureus, and Salmonella spp. in seafood products using multiplex polymerase chain reaction. Foodborne Pathogens and Disease, 9(2), 108–112.

  • Zarei, M., Fazlara, A., & Tulabifard, N. (2019). Effect of thermal treatment on physicochemical and antioxidant properties of honey. Heliyon, 5(6)

Kwame Kumi Asare | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Kwame Kumi Asare | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

University of Cape Coast | Ghana

Dr. Kwame Kumi Asare is a Ghanaian biomedical scientist, with roots in Effiduase Banko in the Ashanti Region. He holds a PhD in Medical Science (Infection Research) from Nagasaki University, Japan, an MPhil in Parasitology, and a BSc in Medical Laboratory Technology from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. His research focuses on infectious and non-communicable diseases, with expertise in parasitic infections such as malaria and leishmaniasis. He currently serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, University of Ghana, working on Plasmodium falciparum gametocytogenesis, and as a Hall Tutor at Valco and Alumni Halls, University of Cape Coast. He has held several academic and research positions at Nagasaki University, including Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) Postdoctoral Research Fellow, and continues as a Visiting Researcher. Dr. Kwame Kumi Asare teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in parasitology, molecular parasitic diseases, and research methods. He is an Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Fellow and a recipient of multiple international fellowships in global health and leadership. Professionally, he is a member of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH), and the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG). Beyond academia, he contributes to scientific leadership through curriculum development, journal editorial work, and public health initiatives, including the establishment of research and vocational facilities supporting community development in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.

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Boampong, J. N., Ameyaw, E. O., Aboagye, B., Asare, K., Kyei, S., Donfack, J. H., … & Nwaefuna, E. K. (2013). The curative and prophylactic effects of xylopic acid on Plasmodium berghei infection in mice. Journal of Parasitology Research, 2013(1), 356107.

Acquah, F. K., Obboh, E. K., Asare, K., Boampong, J. N., Nuvor, S. V., Singh, S. K., … & Theisen, M. (2017). Antibody responses to two new Lactococcus lactis-produced recombinant Pfs48/45 and Pfs230 proteins increase with age in malaria patients living in the Central Region of Ghana.Malaria Journal, 16(1), 306.

Amoah, L. E., Nuvor, S. V., Obboh, E. K., Acquah, F. K., Asare, K., Singh, S. K., … & Theisen, M. (2017). Natural antibody responses to Plasmodium falciparum MSP3 and GLURP(R0) antigens are associated with low parasite densities in malaria patients living in the Central Region of Ghana. Parasites & Vectors, 10(1), 395.

Afoakwah, R., Boampong, J. N., Egyir-Yawson, A., Nwaefuna, E. K., Verner, O. N., Asare, K., & Owusu, E. O. (2014). High prevalence of PfCRT K76T mutation in Plasmodium falciparum isolates in Ghana. Acta Tropica, 136, 32–36.

Anning, A. S., Dugbatey, A. A., Kwakye-Nuako, G., & Asare, K. K. (2019). Antibiotic susceptibility pattern of Enterobacteriaceae isolated from raw meat and Ghanaian coin currencies at Cape Coast metropolis, Ghana: The public health implication. The Open Microbiology Journal, 13(1), 138–145.

Opoku, Y. K., Asare, K. K., Ghartey-Quansah, G., Afrifa, J., Bentsi-Enchill, F., & Owusu-Dabo, E. (2022). Intestinal microbiome–rheumatoid arthritis crosstalk: The therapeutic role of probiotics. Frontiers in Microbiology, 13, 996031.

Asare, K. K., Boampong, J. N., Afoakwah, R., Ameyaw, E. O., Sehgal, R., & Brown, C. A. (2014). Use of proscribed chloroquine is associated with an increased risk of pfcrt T76 mutation in some parts of Ghana. Malaria Journal, 13(1), 246.

Ivana ŠKRLEC | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Ivana ŠKRLEC | Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Academic Researcher Award

Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health Osijek | Croatia

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ivana Škrlec is an accomplished molecular biologist and academic at the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health in Osijek, Croatia, where she teaches in the Department of Biophysics, Biology, and Chemistry. She earned her Master’s degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Zagreb, completed a postgraduate study in Molecular Diagnostics, and defended her PhD at the Faculty of Medicine in Osijek under the supervision of Prof. Borut Peterlin. Dedicated to higher education and research, she lectures in biology, genetics, laboratory technologies, and research methodology, and contributes to the interdisciplinary PhD program in Molecular Biosciences at J. J. Strossmayer University in Osijek, where she teaches courses on computational statistical methods and scientific writing. A strong mentor, she has supervised numerous theses and actively fosters research engagement among students. Her scholarly impact is reflected in her extensive publications, including scientific papers, technical papers, three book chapters, and conference abstracts, along with oral presentations at international conferences. She serves as a reviewer for medical journals and is on the editorial boards of the Journal of Clinical and Medical Research and Exploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine. Recognized internationally, she has received multiple awards, including the MDPI Award for a highly cited paper, the Distinguished Editorial Board Member Award, and the first prize for the most cited publication in the Journal of Fungi. She has also gained international experience as a visiting scientist in Serbia, Hungary, and Slovenia and has played an active role in organizing major international congresses. Her research spans mental health, cardiogenetics, population genetics, endocrine disorders, circadian rhythms, and molecular biology, reflecting her multidisciplinary expertise and commitment to advancing science and education.

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Milostić-Srb, A., Srb, N., Talapko, J., Meštrović, T., Žiger, T., Pačarić, S., Fureš, R., & … (2024). The effect of COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination on assisted human reproduction outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Diseases, 12(9), 201.

Vasilj-Mihaljevic, M., Mihaljevic, I., Bekic, S., Zubcic, Z., Vasilj, A., & … (2024). Correlation of TPO antibody concentration with thyroid hormones as a predictor of clinical hypothyroidism/Korelacija koncentracije anti-TPO sa tireoidnim hormonima kao prediktor kliničkog hipotireoidizma. Acta Clinica Croatica, 63(3–4), 542–552.

Gorski, D. B., Vlainić, J., Škrlec, I., Novak, S., Novosel, Ž., Biloglav, Z., Plečko, V., & … (2024). Virulence factors and susceptibility to ciprofloxacin, vancomycin, triclosan, and chlorhexidine among Enterococci from clinical specimens, food, and wastewater. Microorganisms, 12(9), 1808.

Talapko, J., Erić, S., Meštrović, T., Stipetić, M. M., Juzbašić, M., Katalinić, D., & … (2024). The impact of oral microbiome dysbiosis on the aetiology, pathogenesis, and development of oral cancer. Cancers, 16(17), 2997.

Talapko, J., Juzbašić, M., Meštrović, T., Matijević, T., Mesarić, D., Katalinić, D., & … (2024). Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans: From the oral cavity to the heart valves. Microorganisms, 12(7), 1451.

Reena Gupta | Biotechnology| Best Researcher Award- 8517

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Prof. Reena Gupta|  Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla

Reena Gupta is a distinguished professional known for her expertise and contributions in her field. With a robust educational background and extensive professional experience, she has made significant strides in her career. Reena is recognized for her exceptional skills and numerous achievements, making her a valuable asset in any organization.

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📚Publications :

Immobilization of partially purified laccase on polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) microbeads and its application in biodegradation of catechol

  • Authors: Garg, K., Sehgal, R., Sharma, D., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology
  • Citations: 0

Cloning, Overexpression and Application of Lipase from Thermotolerant Bacillus subtilis TTP-06 in the Degradation of Polyhydroxyalkanoate

  • Authors: Kaur, M., Batta, S., Sehgal, R., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Indian Journal of Microbiology
  • Citations: 0

Challenges and Strategies for Degradation of Microplastics in Environment

  • Authors: Sharma, H., Sharma, D., Sehgal, R., Gupta, R.
  • Book: Occurrence, Distribution and Toxic Effects of Emerging Contaminants
  • Citations: 0

Chitinase: a potent biocatalyst and its diverse applications

  • Authors: Mahajan, G., Sharma, V., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Biocatalysis and Biotransformation9
  • Citations: 3

Combining in vitro and in silico studies to unravel the antifungal potential of chitinase from a marine bacterial isolate Cellulosimicrobium cellulans RS7

  • Authors: Mahajan, G., Chauhan, V., Sharma, V., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Process Biochemistry
  • Citations: 2

Bioconversion of Rice Husk as a Potential Feedstock for Fermentation by Priestia megaterium POD1 for the Production of Polyhydroxyalkanoate

  • Authors: Sehgal, R., Kumar, A., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Waste and Biomass Valorization
  • Citations: 5

Purification and characterization of extracellular lipase from a thermotolerant strain: Bacillus subtilis TTP-06

  • Authors: Kaur, M., Kumar, R., Katoch, P., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: 3 Biotech
  • Citations: 2

Trends in PHA Production by Microbially Diverse and Functionally Distinct Communities

  • Authors: Angra, V., Sehgal, R., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Microbial Ecology
  • Citations: 11

Isolation of lipase producing thermotolerant Bacillus subtilis TTP-06 from hot spring of Himachal Pradesh

  • Authors: Kaur, M., Sharma, D., Gupta, R.
  • Journal: Research Journal of Biotechnology
  • Citations: 1

Lactic acid bacteria as potential sources of enzymes: From genes to industrial applications

  • Authors: Mahajan, G., Sharma, V., Ray, R.C., Gupta, R.
  • Book: Lactic Acid Bacteria as Cell Factories: Synthetic Biology and Metabolic Engineering
  • Citations: 0