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.

Sapna B A | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sapna B A | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Assitant Professor at KIT-Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology | India

Dr. Sapna B A is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of information and communication engineering, specializing in antenna design for biomedical, wearable, and wireless applications. With a strong foundation in electronics and communication, she has contributed significantly to developing advanced implantable and wearable antennas, focusing on safety and performance enhancements. Her career spans both academia and industry, with expertise ranging from teaching and mentoring to leading design projects in Dubai’s technology sector. Currently serving as Assistant Professor at Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, she is recognized for impactful research, funded projects, and award-winning publications in reputed journals.

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Education 

Dr. Sapna B A earned her Ph.D. in Information and Communication Engineering from Anna University under the guidance of Dr. G. Srivatsun at PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, with her thesis titled “High Performance Antennas for UWB Applications.” She completed her M.E. in Communication Systems from B S A Crescent Engineering College, Chennai, affiliated to Anna University, with a commendable. Her undergraduate studies were in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Jerusalem College of Engineering, University of Madras, where she obtained her B.E. degree. Her education has laid a strong academic foundation for her research in RF, antennas, and communication systems.

Experience 

Dr. Sapna B A has over two decades of diverse professional experience in academia and industry. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, leading the Ansys 5G Antenna Innovation Hub and successfully completing AICTE-funded projects. Previously, she was a Research Scholar at PSG College of Technology, where she worked extensively on planar and UWB antenna development. Her academic journey also includes faculty positions at INFO Institute of Engineering, RVS College of Engineering, B S A Crescent Engineering College, and CSI College of Engineering. She also served in Dubai as a Design & Estimation Engineer.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Sapna B A has received several prestigious recognitions for her research and teaching excellence. She was honored with the Best Paper Award for her work on an implantable endoscopic antenna at an IEEE-sponsored international conference. She received the Faculty Excellence Award SNS Institutions for outstanding contributions in research and publication. Her dedication to impactful research has earned her multiple cash awards, Kalaignarkarunanidhi Institute of Technology. Her achievements highlight her commitment to innovation in antenna design and her consistent contributions to advancing communication engineering research.

Research Focus 

Dr. Sapna B A’s research is centered on high-performance antennas for wireless communication, wearable systems, and biomedical applications. She has specialized in designing compact, flexible, and biocompatible implantable antennas with low specific absorption rates to ensure patient safety in medical telemetry. Her work extends to planar and UWB antennas, bandwidth enhancement, gain improvement techniques, and frequency selective surfaces. She has contributed significantly to wearable antenna systems for healthcare monitoring, WBAN applications, and cancer detection. Through experimental validation and simulation studies, her research bridges practical biomedical needs with advanced RF design, positioning her as a leading contributor in antenna engineering.

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Soufiene Bettaibi | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Soufiene Bettaibi | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soufiene Bettaibi, International University of Rabat, UIR, Morocco

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soufiene Bettaibi is a distinguished expert in Fluid Mechanics and Heat & Mass Transfer 🔥💧. He holds a Master’s and Ph.D. in these fields, earned through collaborations with the Faculty of Science of Tunis, CETHIL (INSA Lyon), and IAC-CNR (Rome) 🏛️. Currently, he serves as an Associate Professor at the Higher School of Energy Engineering, International University of Rabat (UIR), Morocco 🇲🇦. His research focuses on nanofluids, biomechanics, and energy systems ⚙️🧪, with numerous ISI-indexed publications 📚 and active participation in international conferences & projects 🌍🔍

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Academic Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soufiene Bettaibi 🎓 is a distinguished expert in Fluid Mechanics and Heat and Mass Transfer. He earned his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees through collaborative research with prestigious institutions, including the Faculty of Science of Tunis, CETHIL (INSA Lyon) 🇫🇷, and IAC-CNR (Rome) 🇮🇹. His strong academic foundation and extensive research contributions have positioned him as a key figure in advancing scientific knowledge in these specialized fields. Dr. Bettaibi’s expertise continues to drive innovation, shaping the future of fluid dynamics and thermal sciences with groundbreaking research and interdisciplinary collaborations. 🔬🔥

Research Impact

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soufiene Bettaibi 🎓 is a dedicated researcher and educator at the Higher School of Energy Engineering, International University of Rabat (UIR) 🇲🇦. His expertise in Fluid Mechanics and Heat and Mass Transfer has led to groundbreaking research that enhances scientific understanding in these critical fields. Through his work, Dr. Bettaibi has made significant contributions to academia, fostering innovation and advancing knowledge in energy engineering. His research not only enriches the scientific community but also plays a crucial role in developing sustainable and efficient thermal systems for future applications. 🔬⚙️🔥

Conference Engagement

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soufiene Bettaibi 📚 has made significant contributions to the scientific community through his numerous ISI-indexed publications, reflecting the depth and rigor of his research. In addition to his scholarly work, he actively engages in national and international conferences and workshops 🌍🎤, where he presents his findings and collaborates with experts worldwide. His participation in these events strengthens global scientific discourse, fosters innovation, and enhances interdisciplinary research in Fluid Mechanics and Heat and Mass Transfer. Dr. Bettaibi’s commitment to knowledge dissemination continues to inspire and drive advancements in his field. 🔬📖

Research Focus

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Soufiene Bettaibi focuses on computational fluid dynamics (CFD) 🌊, lattice Boltzmann method (LBM) 🧮, heat and mass transfer 🔥💨, and magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) 🧲. His research explores mixed convection flows in cavities 🏠, blood flow modeling in arteries 🩸, and multiphysics simulations 📊. He applies finite difference methods 📐 and mesoscopic modeling 🌀 to solve complex engineering and biomedical problems. His studies have significant applications in biomedical engineering 🏥, energy systems ⚡, and thermal management ❄️. Through his advanced numerical simulations, Dr. Bettaibi contributes to fluid dynamics innovation 🚀 and interdisciplinary scientific advancements 🔬.

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Hybrid LBM-MRT model coupled with finite difference method for double-diffusive mixed convection in rectangular enclosure with insulated moving lid

Hybrid lattice Boltzmann finite difference simulation of mixed convection flows in a lid-driven square cavity

Lattice Boltzmann simulation of mixed convection heat transfer in a driven cavity with non-uniform heating of the bottom wall

Magnetohydrodynamic blood flow study in stenotic coronary artery using lattice Boltzmann method

Numerical study of thermal diffusion and diffusion thermo effects in a differentially heated and salted driven cavity using MRT-lattice Boltzmann finite difference model

Numerical study of pulsatile thermal magnetohydrodynamic blood flow in an artery with aneurysm using lattice Boltzmann method (LBM)

MRT-lattice Boltzmann hybrid model for the double diffusive mixed convection with thermodiffusion effect

Double diffusive mixed convection with thermodiffusion effect in a driven cavity by lattice Boltzmann method

Double population lattice Boltzmann model for magneto-hydrodynamic blood flow in stenotic artery