Sudeep Nagaraj | Immunotherapy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj, ICAR-NIVEDI, India

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj is an accomplished molecular biologist and research scientist with a Ph.D. from GITAM University (2025) 🎓. He possesses extensive hands-on expertise in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, proteomics, virology, and phytochemistry 🧪🌿. With over six years of academic and research experience, he has served in various prestigious institutions including ICAR-NIVEDI and ICAR-IVRI 🏛️. Dr. Nagaraj has authored 20+ peer-reviewed publications on cytotoxicity, DNA barcoding, and viral epidemiology 📚. His primary research focus lies in virology and molecular diagnostics, especially lumpy skin disease in livestock 🐄🦠. He is known for blending academic rigor with applied research for public health impact 💡.

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Education

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from GITAM University (2025) 🧬, an MSc from SDUAHER, Tamaka Kolar (2016) 🧪, and a BSc from FGC, KGF (2012) 📚. His academic journey began at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kolar (SSLC, 2007) and continued through BGS PU College (PUC, 2009) 🏫. Professionally, he has accumulated diverse experience across esteemed research institutions and labs, contributing significantly to molecular and virology research 🧫. Additionally, he has one year of teaching experience in Molecular Biology at SIMS and RC, where he taught undergraduate students with dedication and clarity 🎓🧑‍🏫.

Experience

oDr. Sudeep Nagaraj has amassed rich experience through roles such as SRF at ICAR-NIVEDI (2021–present) 🧬, Young Professional-II at ICAR-IVRI (2020–2021) 🧫, and Research Scientist at Cytogene Diagnostics (2019–2020) 🔬. His journey also includes positions at SIMS and RC, QTLomics, and IDBR. He taught Molecular Biology at SIMS and RC for a year at the UG level 🎓. His hands-on skills span molecular genetics (PCR, DNA isolation, HRM), proteomics (SDS-PAGE, Bradford assay), cytogenetics (karyotyping), gene cloning, cell culture, virology (ELISA, virus titration), and phytochemistry (plant extract prep) 🧬🌿🧫.

Awards

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj has been honored with several prestigious awards for his outstanding contributions to scientific research and innovation 🧠🔬. He received the Young Scientist Award at the International Conference on Science, Health, and Engineering held in Chennai on January 11, 2020 🏆. In 2021, he was conferred the Best Researcher Award at the International Research Awards on New Science Inventions on August 11 in Chennai 🥇. Most recently, in 2025, he was recognized once again with a Young Scientist Award from Scientific Laurels, celebrating his continued excellence in research 🚀📚.

Research Focus

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj’s research centers around molecular virology, cytogenetics, and immunology, with a significant emphasis on Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in livestock 🐄. His work extends to plant-based cytotoxicity, DNA barcoding, and cell culture techniques, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary foundation 🌿🧪. His studies explore pathogen-host interactions, viral evolution, and molecular diagnostics, contributing vital insights into disease spillovers and viral epidemiology across species 🧠🔍. He also focuses on PBMC assays, ELISA, and nanoparticle toxicity, bridging biomedicine, virology, and phytochemistry. His impactful contributions aid in zoonotic disease management and therapeutic development 📊💉🌾.

Efthalia Zervoudi | Immunotherapy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Efthalia Zervoudi, Hellenic Pasteur Institute, Greece

Dr. Efthalia Zervoudi is a senior researcher at the Hellenic Pasteur Institute with a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Athens. Her research focuses on designing inhibitors targeting antigen-trimming aminopeptidases, contributing significantly to immunology and cancer biology. She has extensive experience in oncology and molecular biomarkers, having held positions at Cardiff University and University Hospital “Attikon.” Dr. Zervoudi has authored multiple influential publications and holds patents on aminopeptidase inhibitors. She has received prestigious fellowships, including the Welcome Trust ISSF fellowship, and continues to advance personalized medicine through innovative molecular diagnostic approaches.

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Education

I completed my PhD in Biochemistry at the University of Athens (2012–2016) with top honors, focusing on designing inhibitors targeting antigen-trimming aminopeptidases. Before that, I earned my Master’s degree in Biochemistry from the same university (2010–2012), studying the specificity pockets of aminopeptidases involved in antigen processing. My academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Patras (2003–2008), where I researched proteoglycans in cancer patients under Prof. Dimitrios Vynios. 🎓 Prior to university, I graduated high school with a strong average score of 18.5/20, marking the start of my scientific path.

Experience

Dr. Efthalia Zervoudi is currently serving as a Senior Researcher at the Hellenic Pasteur Institute (2024–present), contributing to cutting-edge biomedical research. From 2019 to 2023, she was a Research Coordinator at the Oncology Unit of University Hospital “Attikon” in Greece. 🏥 Previously, she held a postdoctoral research position at Cardiff University’s School of Medicine (2016–2019), specializing in Infection and Immunity. 🔬 Between 2010 and 2015, she collaborated with the Protein Chemistry Lab at the National Centre for Scientific Research “DEMOKRITOS”, working on the project: “Rational design and development of inhibitors for targeting antigen-trimming aminopeptidases.”

Awards

Dr. Efthalia Zervoudi has received several prestigious fellowships and awards recognizing her impactful research. In 2020, she was awarded funding by the Hellenic Society of Oncology for her study on Endoplasmic Reticulum Associated Peptidases as tools to understand cancer. 🧪 In 2015, she received the esteemed Wellcome Trust ISSF Fellowship at Cardiff University. 🇬🇧 Earlier, in Fall 2014, the Hellenic Academy of Athens honored her with the “Axillea and Aikaterini Dionysopoulou” award for her groundbreaking work on rationally designed inhibitors enhancing antigen presentation and cytotoxic T-cell responses. 🔬🎖️ Her research continues to push scientific boundaries.

Research Focus

Dr. Efthalia Zervoudi is a leading researcher in immunology and molecular biology, with a focus on antigen processing, immune regulation, and aminopeptidase function. Her work explores how enzymes like ERAP1 and ERAP2 trim antigenic peptides for presentation by MHC class I molecules, enhancing cytotoxic T-cell responses—a crucial process in cancer immunotherapy and autoimmune disease research. 🧬 She also develops targeted inhibitors to modulate immune responses, contributing to vaccine design and tumor immunity. 🧪 Her research bridges biochemistry, structural biology, and immuno-oncology, with potential applications in personalized medicine.