Guangda Li | Pharmacogenomics | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Guangda Li | Pharmacogenomics | Best Researcher Award

Fourth Military Medical University | China

Mr. Guangda Li is an accomplished researcher with a strong concentration in materials science, nanocomposites, and electrochemical energy systems. He holds advanced academic credentials, including work in areas of battery electrodes, bioactive bone cement, and magnetic-material-based therapeutics. Over the course of his career, he has published more than fifty research works, which have been cited over eight hundred times in scientific databases. His research includes development of injectable magnetic composite ceramics for self-regulating hyperthermia in bone tumor treatment, design of antimicrobial bone cements, and fabrication of hollow-structured cathode materials with high capacity and cycling stability for zinc-ion batteries. He has also participated in patenting processes related to bone cement and bioactive glass ceramics, and actively collaborates with co-researchers from multiple institutions for joint publications. His editorial roles and conference peer-review contributions further reflect his engagement with the scientific community. His professional memberships and affiliations span institutions focused on materials engineering, biomedical materials, and chemistry, reflecting his interdisciplinary research interest in biomaterials, hyperthermia therapy, electrocatalysis, and wound healing.

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Author(s). (2025). Rapid and ultrasensitive detection of Staphylococcus aureus by a one-pot system integrating Pyrococcus furiosus Argonaute with loop-mediated isothermal amplification. Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology. Advance online publication.

Allison Hilberer | Dermatological Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Allison Hilberer | Dermatological Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Institute for In Vitro Sciences | United States

Mrs. Allison Hilberer is a distinguished toxicologist with a robust academic foundation and extensive expertise in in vitro toxicology, phototoxicity, and ocular and dermal safety assessments. She holds a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Toxicology from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy, a Master of Science in Biology from George Mason University, a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Keuka College, and an Associate in Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Finger Lakes Community College. Additionally, she completed advanced toxicology training at the Mid-America Toxicology Course, further strengthening her scientific and regulatory proficiency in toxicological methods. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology (DABT), she maintains high standards of professional competency and scientific rigor in her work.Mrs. Hilberer has built an exceptional career at the Institute for In Vitro Sciences, Inc. (IIVS), advancing from early roles as Biologist and Laboratory Supervisor to her current position as Senior Toxicologist, Study Director, and Program Leader, overseeing BCOP, Photosafety, and 96-well assays. Her leadership has extended to training biologists, coordinating complex toxicological studies, refining in vitro methodologies, and ensuring adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs). Throughout her career, she has successfully directed assays addressing phototoxicity, ocular and dermal irritation, photoallergy, and sensitization risks while implementing cutting-edge technologies to advance alternative testing strategies. She has represented the International Council on Animal Protection in OECD Programmes (ICAPO) for eye, skin, and phototoxicity assays, contributing to global scientific and regulatory dialogues on reducing animal testing through validated alternative methods.

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Hilberer, A., Hoffman, L., Madrid, M., Labib, R., & Costin, G.-E. (2025). Assessment of phototoxicity potential of botanicals as cosmetic ingredients using the in vitro 3T3 neutral red uptake phototoxicity test. Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology. Advance online publication.

Keebaugh, A. J., Steele, M. L., Islas-Robles, A., Phillips, J., Hilberer, A., Cantrell, K., Chushak, Y. G., Mattie, D. R., Clewell, R. A., & Merrill, E. A. (2025). Development of preliminary candidate surface guidelines for Air Force-relevant dermal sensitizers using new approach methodologies. Toxics, 13(8), 660. https://doi.org/10.3390/toxics13080660

Ruparel, N., Islas-Robles, A., Hilberer, A., Cantrell, K., Madrid, M., Ryan, C., Gerberick, G. F., & Persaud, R. (2024). Deriving a point of departure for assessing the skin sensitization risk of wearable device constituents with in vitro methods. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 114, 725. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fct.2024.114725

Use of alternative test methods in a tiered testing approach to address photoirritation potential of fragrance materials.

Jun Liu | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jun Liu | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | Best Researcher Award

Nanchang University | China

Dr. Jun Liu is a distinguished scholar specializing in Forest Products Chemical Processing Engineering, having earned his Ph.D. from Beijing Forestry University. Following his doctoral studies, he pursued advanced postdoctoral research in Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics at the Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Currently, he serves as the Deputy Director and Secretary of the Party Branch in the Department of Process Equipment and Control Engineering at the School of Resources and Environment, Nanchang University, where he has become an influential figure driving research and academic innovation.A prolific contributor to scientific literature, Dr. Liu has authored and co-authored several influential publications in high-impact journals. Some of his notable works include AHP-Optimized Processing Technology and Quality Evaluation System for Rehmanniae Radix published in LWT-Food Science and Technology, Analysis of the Microscopic Interactions Between Processed Polygonatum Cyrtonema Polysaccharides and Water featured in the Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling, and Development and Application of the New Integrated Equipment and Process of the Nine-Steam-Nine-Bask Method in the Processing of Polygonatum Cyrtonema published in Processes.Dr. Liu’s research spans a wide spectrum of topics, including the study of chemical components in traditional Chinese medicine, quality control and standardization, resource utilization, computer simulation, intelligent manufacturing, and related interdisciplinary areas. He has successfully led and contributed to numerous national and provincial research projects focusing on innovative processing technologies for medicinal plants, solar-assisted heat pump drying systems, and integrated cultivation and processing technologies for medicinal resources. His efforts have advanced both theoretical knowledge and practical applications in chemical processing engineering, particularly in the field of traditional Chinese medicine and sustainable resource utilization.

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Hu, X., Hu, Z., Tu, W., Huang, Z., Pan, Q., Liu, J., & Deng, T. (2025). AHP-optimized processing technology and quality evaluation system for Rehmanniae Radix. LWT.

Liu, J., Chen, C., Tu, W., Liu, W., & Zhang, Y. (2023). Analysis of the microscopic interactions between processed Polygonatum cyrtonema polysaccharides and water. Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling.

Liu, J., Zhang, Z., Huai, X., Wei, Y., Zhu, J., Li, X., Xu, P., & Ijabadeniyi, O. A. (2022). Development and application of the new integrated equipment and process of the Nine-Steam-Nine-Bask method in the processing of Polygonatum cyrtonema. Processes.

Liu, J. (2019). Preparation of double-layered structural materials with partially reduced graphene oxide and their application in the photothermal evaporation process. Science of Advanced Materials.

Liu, J. (n.d.). Molecular structure and spectral characteristics of hyperoside and analysis of its molecular imprinting adsorption properties based on density functional theory.

Sofia Gronskaia | Endocrine Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Sofia Gronskaia | Endocrine Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

The National Medical Research Center for Endocrinology | Russia

Mrs. Sofia Gronskaia is a highly accomplished medical professional and researcher specializing in endocrinology, molecular genetics, and rare endocrine disorders. She completed her MD with honors from Sechenov University, followed by a residency in endocrinology at the National Medical Research Center for Endocrinology. She further earned a Ph.D. in endocrinology with a thesis focused on FGF-23-secreting tumors, reflecting her dedication to advancing knowledge in rare endocrine and skeletal disorders. Currently, she is pursuing a residency in genetics at the Research Center for Medical Genetics, combining clinical expertise with cutting-edge genomic research to unravel complex endocrine pathologies.Mrs. Gronskaia has undertaken extensive training in dietetics, molecular biology, genetics, and next-generation sequencing data analysis at prestigious institutions, including the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology and the Research Center for Medical Genetics. Professionally, she has contributed as a Junior Research Fellow in Molecular Oncoendocrinology and currently serves as an endocrinologist at the National Medical Research Center for Endocrinology. Her research endeavors are extensive, serving as Principal Investigator on the RSF Grant for integrating genomic and transcriptomic data to improve early diagnosis and therapeutic target identification in endocrine tumors with paraneoplastic syndrome. She has also contributed to state assignments on developing personalized diagnostic approaches for osteoporosis secondary to endocrinopathies and exploring novel technologies for rare skeletal diseases.Her pioneering work is reflected in publications across leading journals. Notable works include A registry for patients with chronic hypoparathyroidism in Russian adults in Endocrine Connections, Denosumab for osteoporosis in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism and mild-to-moderate renal insufficiency in Endocrine, and Bone Health ECHO Case Report: Rare cases of hypophosphatemia and low-traumatic fractures in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus in the Journal of Clinical Densitometry.

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Gronskaia, S. A., Belaya, Z. E., Rozhinskaya, L. Y., Melnichenko, G. A., Dubovitskaya, T. A., Mamedova, E. O., Rodionova, S. S., Buklemishev, Y. V., Pigarova, E. A., & Degtyarev, M. V. (2023). Clinical features, diagnostics and treatment of FGF23 secreting tumors: Series of 40 clinical cases. Problems of Endocrinology.

Gronskaia, S. A., Golounina, O. O., Buklemishev, Y. V., Khairieva, A. V., Degtyarev, M. V., Rozhinskaya, L. Y., & Belaya, Z. E. (2023). A clinical case of phosphopenic osteomalacia due to paraneoplastic secretion of metastatic prostate cancer. Osteoporosis and Bone Diseases.

Gronskaia, S., Belaya, Z., Rozhinskaya, L., Mamedova, E., Vorontsova, M., Solodovnikov, A., Golounina, O., & Melnichenko, G. (2022). Denosumab for osteoporosis in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism and renal insufficiency. ResearchSquare.

Gronskaia, S. A., Belaya, Z. E., & Melnichenko, G. A. (2022). FGF23 tumor-induced osteomalacia, ФРФ23-индуцированная остеомаляция опухолевого генеза. Problemy Endokrinologii.

Golounina, O. O., Pavlova, M. G., Gronskaia, S. A., Kaznacheeva, T. V., Dzeranova, L. K., Belaya, J. E., & Fadeev, V. V. (2021). Cushing’s syndrome and pregnancy: Diagnostic, treatment and management tactics. Russian Bulletin of Obstetrician-Gynecologist.

Gronskaia, S. A., Belaya, Z. E., Rozhinskaya, L. Y., Melnichenko, G. A., & others. (n.d.). A registry for patients with chronic hypoparathyroidism in Russian adults. Endocrine Connections. [Full citation details needed for DOI]

Di Yang | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Di Yang | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Fudan University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Di Yang is a distinguished researcher in the field of cardiovascular pharmacology with an academic journey beginning at Harbin Medical University, where he completed both his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Pharmacy and Pharmacology, respectively, followed by a Ph.D. in Cardiovascular Pharmacology from the School of Pharmacy, Fudan University. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Human Phenome Institute, Fudan University, Dr. Yang has developed a remarkable research career with postdoctoral training at Fudan University’s Basic Medical Sciences and an extensive record of competitive research grants, including multiple projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Commission. His innovative work spans vascular biology, cardiovascular aging, epigenetics, and metabolic disorders, focusing on critical mechanisms involving pyruvate dehydrogenase kinase 4, histone methyltransferases SMYD2 and SMYD3, and m6A demethylase ALKBH5 in vascular remodeling, endothelial aging, and cardiac hypertrophy. As a prolific author, Dr. Yang has contributed significantly to high-impact journals with key publications such as The functional role of m6A demethylase ALKBH5 in cardiomyocyte hypertrophy, Poly (ADP-ribose) polymerases 16 triggers pathological cardiac hypertrophy via activating IRE1α-sXBP1-GATA4 pathway, Histone methyltransferase Smyd2 drives vascular aging by its enhancer-dependent activity, Histone methyltransferase Smyd2 drives adipogenesis via regulating STAT3 phosphorylation, H3K4 methyltransferase Smyd3 mediates vascular smooth muscle cell proliferation, migration and neointima formation, The histone methyltransferase DOT1L is a new epigenetic regulator of pulmonary fibrosis, Histone methyltransferase Smyd3 is a new regulator for vascular senescence.

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Chen, M., & Yang, D. (2025). Current insights into obesity and m6A modification. Biomedicines, 13(9), 2164.

Chen, M., Su, H., Shu, M., Shen, F., Lu, Y., Wu, S., Su, Z., Yu, M., & Yang, D. (2024). The functional role of m6A demethylase ALKBH5 in cardiomyocyte hypertrophy. Cell Death & Disease, 15, 285.

Su, H., Xu, J., Su, Z., Xiao, C., Wang, J., Zhong, W., Meng, C., Yang, D., & Zhu, Y. (2023). Poly (ADP-ribose) polymerases 16 triggers pathological cardiac hypertrophy via activating IRE1α–sXBP1–GATA4 pathway. Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences, 80, 159.

Su, H., Meng, C., Xu, J., Su, Z., Xiao, C., & Yang, D. (2022). Histone methyltransferase Smyd2 drives adipogenesis via regulating STAT3 phosphorylation. Cell Death & Disease, 13, 899.

Jinyu Liu | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Jinyu Liu | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

School of Public Health Jilin University | China

Mr. Jinyu Liu is a distinguished scholar in the fields of stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, toxicology, tissue engineering, and tumor pathobiology. He began his academic journey at the N. Bethune University of Medical Sciences, where he successfully completed his MD, followed by a Master’s degree in Toxicology and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the Institute of Regenerative Medicine. Building on this strong academic foundation, he embarked on an extensive research and teaching career across several leading institutions globally.Mr. Liu’s professional path includes serving as an Environmental Protection Engineer at the Songliao Water Conservancy Agency before moving into academic research and teaching. He held research positions at Zurich University Hospital in Switzerland, where he contributed significantly to studies in dermatology and regenerative medicine, followed by a research faculty position at the State University of New York at Buffalo in the Department of Biological and Chemical Engineering. Returning to China, he joined Jilin University, holding roles such as Vice Chair of the Department of Pathobiology, Chair of the Department of Toxicology, and later Professor at the School of Public Health, where he continues to teach and mentor future scientists.Throughout his career, Mr. Liu has contributed extensively to scientific literature with publications spanning diverse research areas. His works include studies on PBX1 attenuating MeHg-induced SH-SY5Y cell apoptosis, AT-PBX1 fusion protein alleviating LPS-induced acute lung injury, and viral hijacking of host DDX60 promoting Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus replication. He has explored type 3 diabetes and metabolic reprogramming of brain neurons, neurotoxic β-amyloid oligomers causing mitochondrial dysfunction in neurons, and research on the development and regeneration of hair follicles. His studies have also examined circadian clock regulation in hair follicle cycles, the role of PBX1 in mammalian kidneys, oxidative stress modulation in mesenchymal stem cells, and CRISPR-Cas12a-based detection of monkeypox virus.

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Chen, Z., Liu, X., Zuo, K., Xin, Y., & Liu, J. (2025). TAT-PBX1 fusion protein alleviates LPS-induced acute lung injury via AMPK-TFAM signaling activation. Molecular Therapy.

Sui, Y., Marzi, A., Xu, Q., Liu, M., Liu, X., Liu, X., Wang, Y., Meng, X., Liu, Z., Li, Q., et al. (2025). Viral hijacking of host DDX60 promotes Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever virus replication via G-quadruplex unwinding. PLOS Pathogens, 21(6), e1013278.

Sui, Y., Liu, F., Zheng, S., Liu, X., Sun, P., Yao, C., Zhang, Y., Gao, H., Gao, X., & Liu, J. (2023). G-quadruplexes folding mediates downregulation of PBX1 expression in melanoma. Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy, 8(1), 12.

Sui, Y., Xu, Q., Liu, M., Zuo, K., Liu, X., & Liu, J. (2022). CRISPR-Cas12a-based detection of monkeypox virus. Journal of Infection, 85(6), 702–769.

Ma, Y., Li, M., Liu, J., Pang, C., Zhang, J., Li, Y., & Fu, X. (2018). Location, isolation, and identification of mesenchymal stem cells from adult human sweat glands. Stem Cells International, Article ID 2090276.

Stephano Hanolo Mlozi | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Stephano Hanolo Mlozi | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Mkwawa University College of Education | Tanzania

Dr. Stephano Hanolo Mlozi is a Senior Lecturer in Chemistry at the University of Dar es Salaam, based at Mkwawa University College of Education in Iringa, Tanzania. He is part of the Department of Chemistry and specializes in Organic Chemistry, with a strong research focus on Natural Products. Dr. Mlozi pursued his Bachelor of Science with Education, majoring in Chemistry and Biology, followed by a Master of Science at the University of Dar es Salaam. He then obtained his PhD from The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology. As a committed academic and researcher, he teaches a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Organic Chemistry, Organic Spectroscopy, Biochemistry, Chemo-Ecology, General Chemistry, and Chemistry of Natural Products.Dr. Mlozi’s research interests revolve around Natural Products and Antimicrobial Bio-prospecting, Herbal Drug Formulations, Biofuels, Environmental Sciences, and Chemo-Ecology, making significant contributions to the fields of medicinal plant research and bioactive compound discovery. His publications demonstrate extensive expertise in natural product chemistry and its biomedical applications. Some of his notable works include Biogas Generation from Food Waste through Anaerobic Digestion Technology with Emphasis on Enhancing Circular Economy in Sub-Saharan Africa – A Review, Phytochemistry and Biosynthesis of Phytochemical: In Ethnobotany and Ethnopharmacology of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants – Steps Towards Drug Discovery, Seasons and Bee Foraging Plant Species Strongly Influence Honey Antimicrobial Activity, and Plant Diversity and Honeybees’ Foraging Preferences: An Implication for Honeybees’ Conservation.His research also includes experimental studies such as In vitro Evaluation of the Herbal Cream Formulation from Methanolic Leaf Extracts of Tephrosia vogelii Hook.f for Topical Application, GC-MS Analysis of Bioactive Phytochemicals from Methanolic Leaf and Root Extracts of Tephrosia vogelii, and The Role of Natural Products from Medicinal Plants against COVID-19: Traditional Medicine Practice in Tanzania. Dr. Mlozi has further explored pharmacological and toxicological aspects in works like The In Vivo Toxicity Evaluation of Leaf and Root Methanolic Extracts of Tephrosia vogelii Hook.f using Animal Model and Antimicrobial Activities of Tephrosia vogelii against Selected Pathogenic Fungi and Bacteria Strains. His earlier contributions include studies such as Topical Application of Juices from Fresh Leaves of Lycopersicon esculentum against Fungal Skin Infections in Tanzania and Antimycobacterial and Antibacterial Activities of Extracts from Selected Medicinal Plants in Tanzania, which have laid the foundation for his subsequent research advancements.

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Seasons and bee foraging plant species strongly influence honey antimicrobial activity. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research.

In vitro evaluation of the herbal cream formulation from methanolic leaf extracts of Tephrosia vogelii Hook.f for topical application. Clinical Phytoscience.

GC-MS analysis of bioactive phytochemicals from methanolic leaf and root extracts of Tephrosia vogelii. Scientific African.

The role of natural products from medicinal plants against COVID-19: Traditional medicine practice in Tanzania. Heliyon.

The in vivo toxicity evaluation of leaf and root methanolic extracts of Tephrosia vogelii Hook.f using animal model. Clinical Phytoscience.

Antimicrobial activities of Tephrosia vogelii against selected pathogenic fungi and bacteria strains. Mycology.

Topical application of juices from fresh leaves of Lycopersicon esculentum against fungal skin infections in Tanzania. MOJ Current Research & Reviews.

Antimycobacterial and antibacterial activities of extracts from Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb.

Ismail Sulaiman | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Top Pharmaceutical Scientist Award

Mr. Ismail Sulaiman | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Top Pharmaceutical Scientist Award

Kebbi State University of Science and Technology | Nigeria

Mr. Ismail Sulaiman is a dedicated and emerging researcher in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology, with a strong academic and research foundation in metabolic disorders, neuroprotection, and nutritional interventions. He has pursued a progressive academic path, beginning with a National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, followed by a Higher National Diploma in Biochemistry, a Professional Diploma in Education, and advanced degrees culminating in a Postgraduate Diploma and a Master’s in Biochemistry. Throughout his academic training, he consistently demonstrated excellence in research methodologies, laboratory techniques, and scientific writing, equipping him with the skills necessary to address complex biomedical challenges.His research journey gained significant momentum during his role as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Centre for Advanced Medical Research and Training, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, where he worked on several impactful projects under the supervision of eminent scholars such as Prof. Mustapha Umar Imam and Dr. Muhammad Hassan Yankuzo. One of his major research focuses was the “Effect of Brown Rice Consumption on Iron-Induced Parkinson’s Disease in Drosophila melanogaster,” where he contributed to designing pilot studies, performing locomotive activity assessments, conducting biochemical analyses, and designing primers for metabolic gene studies. Additionally, he played a vital role in research exploring the “Effect of Jatropha on High-Sugar Diet-Induced Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus,” emphasizing nutritional and biochemical interventions in metabolic disorders. His involvement in the study titled “Effect of Maternal, Paternal and Parental Iron Deficiency and Rapamycin Supplementation on Offspring in Drosophila melanogaster” demonstrated his interest in epigenetics, metabolic health, and intergenerational nutritional effects.

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Sulaiman, I., Uhuami, A. O., Yahaya, B., Yusuf, A. J., & Imam, M. U. (2025). Methanolic Jatropha tanjonesis leaf extract mitigates high-sugar diet-induced metabolic dysfunction in male Drosophila melanogaster.

Faruk, S., Ibrahim, K. G., Abbas, A. Y., Sulaiman, I., & Imam, M. U. (2025). Paternal iron deficiency and rapamycin supplementation influence antioxidants status, autophagy and lifespan in Drosophila melanogaster. Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology.

Faruk, S., Ibrahim, K. G., Abbas, A. Y., Sulaiman, I., & Imam, M. U. (2025). Rapamycin and post-deficiency dietary recovery reshape antioxidant response and survival in offspring of iron-deficient mothers. Biological Trace Element Research.

Faruk, S., Ghandi, K. I., Abbas, A. Y., Sulaiman, I., & Imam, M. U. (2025). Maternal iron deficiency modulates antioxidant status and longevity in a sex-dependent manner in Drosophila melanogaster.

Yankuzo, H. M., Sulaiman, I., Muhammad, S. A., Raji, A. A., Uthman, Y. A., & Imam, M. U. (2024). Brown rice attenuates iron-induced Parkinson’s disease phenotypes in male wild-type Drosophila: Insights into antioxidant and iron metabolism modulation. Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism.

Uthman, Y. A., Ibrahim, K. G., Abubakar, M. B., Sulaiman, I., & Imam, M. U. (2024). Neuroprotective effects of brown rice consumption in an iron-induced parkinsonism in Drosophila. Nutritional Neuroscience.

Muhammad, S., Abubakar, A., Rabiu, S., & Sulaiman, I. (2018). Antioxidant content and in vitro diphenylpicrylhydrazyl free radical scavenging activity of selected medicinal plants. Journal of Intercultural Ethnopharmacology.

Nadira Aitambaeva | Formulation Science | Best Research Article Award

Dr. Nadira Aitambaeva | Formulation Science | Best Research Article Award

Kazakh National Medical University | Kazakhstan

Dr. Nadira Aitambaeva is a distinguished public health professional and academician whose career embodies a strong commitment to advancing healthcare systems and population well-being in Kazakhstan. She began her academic journey at the Kazakh National Medical University named after S.D. Asfendiyarov, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, where she developed a solid foundation in epidemiology, healthcare policy, and preventive medicine. Her passion for public health led her to pursue a Master’s degree at the Kazakhstan School of Public Health, where she deepened her expertise in health promotion, disease prevention, and healthcare management. Determined to contribute to health research and policy on a broader scale, she achieved a Doctor of Public Health degree from the same institution, specializing in population health, health systems research, and public health education.Dr. Aitambaeva has dedicated her professional career to teaching at the Department of Population Health and Social Sciences at the Kazakhstan School of Public Health, where she continues to shape the next generation of public health professionals. Her teaching focuses on integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications, ensuring students gain the analytical skills necessary to address modern public health challenges. Through her mentorship, she has fostered a research-oriented environment that encourages evidence-based decision-making in healthcare delivery and policy formation.

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Aitambayeva, N. N., Svetlanova, S., Kumar, A. B., Makhanbetkulova, D. N., Aurelija, B., Suleymenov, M. S., & Nazarova, L. Z. (2025). The impact of artificial intelligence on the standardization and improvement of nursing care. Фтизиопульмонология, 47(12), 27.

Aitambayeva, N. N., Aringazina, A. M., Nazarova, L. Z., Adenov, M. M., & Ismailov, Sh. Sh. (2025). Level of awareness of decision-makers on tuberculosis issues: Results of a qualitative study. Фтизиопульмонология, 20(15), 21.

Nazarova, L. Z., Nurbakyt, A. N., Zhakupova, M. N., Aitambayeva, N. N., Svetlanova, Sh. M., Saktapov, A. K., & Narymbaeva, N. N. (2024). Medical and social consequences of iodine deficiency diseases of the thyroid gland. Фтизиопульмонология, 15(82), 11.

Akhmetov, V. I., Kamaliev, M. A., Brimzhanova, M. D., Moiyinbaeva, Sh. M., Ramazanova, M. A., Narymbaeva, N. N., & Aitambayeva, N. N. (2024). Towards high-quality medical care through improvement of medical education. Наука и здравоохранение, 26(2), 25.

Tleuberlin, T. K., Glushkova, N. E., Aitambayeva, N. N., Zhusupov, S. M., Kazangapov, R. S., & Abdrakhmanov, S. T. (2023). Development of an algorithm for dispensary observation of patients after coronary artery bypass grafting. Наука и здравоохранение, 25(5), 29.

Aringazina, A. M., Aitambayeva, N. N., Nazarova, L. Z., Alimbekova, G. T., Ismailov, Sh. Sh., Adenov, M. M., Dzhazybekova, P. M., Musabekova, G. A., & Alikeeva, E. A. (2021). Awareness of the population and key groups in Kazakhstan about tuberculosis. Наука и здравоохранение, 23(5), 8.

Wuting Lu | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wuting Lu | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wuting Lu at Jiangxi Academy of Sciences | China

Dr. Wuting Lu is a dedicated researcher specializing in immunotoxicology, neurobiology, and aquatic toxicology. With a strong academic background and diverse research experience, Dr. Lu has contributed significantly to understanding environmental toxicants and their effects on immunity and neurodevelopment using zebrafish models. He has participated in multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China projects, focusing on mechanisms of high-risk autism genes and their impact on the gut-immune-brain axis. His work has resulted in several high-impact journal publications, advancing knowledge in environmental safety, immunology, and neurobiology. Currently, he serves as Assistant Research Fellow at the Institute of Microbiology, Jiangxi Academy of Sciences.

Publication Profile 

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Education 

Dr. Wuting Lu completed his Ph.D. in Biology at Nanchang University, where his research explored immunotoxicity and neurodevelopmental effects of environmental pollutants. He earned his M.S. in Neurobiology, also from Nanchang University, focusing on molecular and cellular mechanisms in the nervous system. His academic journey began with a B.S. in Aquaculture at Dalian Ocean University, providing him with a strong foundation in aquatic biology and toxicology. This multidisciplinary training enabled him to integrate environmental science, immunology, and neuroscience into his research, developing expertise in both experimental techniques and advanced molecular analysis approaches for investigating complex biological interactions.

Experience 

Dr. Wuting Lu professional career includes roles in academic research and laboratory management. He currently serves as Assistant Research Fellow at the Institute of Microbiology, Jiangxi Academy of Sciences, where he investigates immunotoxicity and neurotoxicity mechanisms. Before this, he worked as a Laboratory Technician at Jinggangshan University, gaining hands-on experience in molecular biology, immunology, and laboratory safety management. He has actively participated in several National Natural Science Foundation of China projects, contributing to studies on autism gene regulation, microglial activation, and the gut-immune-brain axis. His multidisciplinary experience spans aquatic toxicology, neurobiology, immunology, and transcriptomic analysis, bridging fundamental research with environmental health concerns.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Wuting Lu has received recognition for his research contributions through participation in multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China projects, including studies on the high-risk autism gene CHD8 and its effects on microglial activation and the gut-immune-brain axis. His publications in leading journals, such as Fish & Shellfish Immunology and Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, highlight his impactful work on immunotoxicity, neurotoxicity, and antioxidant mechanisms in aquatic organisms. While early in his independent research career, his achievements demonstrate excellence in experimental design, molecular analysis, and scientific communication, positioning him as a promising researcher in environmental health and neuroimmunology fields.

Research Focus 

Dr. Wuting Lu research focuses on immunotoxicity, neurotoxicity, and environmental safety, particularly investigating the effects of environmental toxicants on immune and nervous system development using zebrafish as a model organism. He explores molecular mechanisms underlying pollutant-induced oxidative stress, immune dysregulation, and neurodevelopmental impairments. Additionally, he studies the regulatory roles of genes, such as CHD8, in microglial activation and the gut-immune-brain axis, linking environmental exposures to autism spectrum disorders. His work integrates toxicology, transcriptomics, and neuroimmunology to elucidate pathways of toxicity, identify potential biomarkers, and provide insights into environmental risk assessment, contributing to public health and ecological sustainability research.

Publication Top Notes

Immunotoxicity and neurotoxicity induced by natural borneol and synthetic borneol in zebrafish (Danio rerio)

Immunotoxicity and transcriptome analysis of zebrafish embryos exposure to Nitazoxanide

Conclusion

Overall, Dr. Wuting Lu exhibits a strong research trajectory with impactful publications, interdisciplinary expertise, and contributions to nationally funded projects. His work in environmental toxicology, neurobiology, and molecular mechanisms aligns well with the objectives of the Best Researcher Award. With continued focus on independent project leadership and global collaboration, Dr. Lu has the potential not only to be a strong award candidate but also to emerge as a leading researcher in his field.