Lorena Garcia Hevia | Drug Delivery Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lorena Garcia Hevia | Drug Delivery Systems | Best Researcher Award

Universidade de Vigo | Spain

Dr. Lorena García Hevia is a distinguished researcher recognized for her pioneering work at the intersection of nanomedicine, microbiology, and biotechnology. As a member of the Hybrid Nanomaterials Research Group at the Galicia Sur Health Research Institute (IIS Galicia Sur), she has dedicated her career to advancing innovative nanotechnological solutions that address critical biomedical challenges. Her research focuses primarily on the design and application of nanoscale systems to improve therapeutic delivery, particularly within the context of infectious disease management and antimicrobial resistance.Affiliated with the CINBIO (Biomedical Research Center) and the Universidade de Vigo in Spain, Dr. García Hevia brings an interdisciplinary approach that bridges biochemical, genetic, and immunological insights with advanced materials science. Her scientific vision emphasizes the development of intelligent nanocarriers that enhance drug stability, optimize bioavailability, and enable targeted therapy. Through this approach, she contributes to transforming conventional treatments into highly efficient, patient-specific solutions.In her recent publication Nanomedicine for Phage Therapy: Encapsulation Strategies for Enhanced Antimicrobial Efficacy, Dr. García Hevia and her colleagues explore the integration of nanotechnology with bacteriophage therapy to overcome limitations in traditional antimicrobial strategies. Her work demonstrates how encapsulation methods—such as polymeric nanoparticles, liposomes, hydrogels, and nanofibers—can significantly improve the stability, delivery, and therapeutic impact of bacteriophages. These innovative formulations facilitate localized and sustained release, providing powerful alternatives against multidrug-resistant infections.Dr. García Hevia’s research is marked by creativity, precision, and translational relevance. Her investigations into responsive nanocarriers and inorganic nanoparticles have opened new avenues for targeted phage delivery, aligning with global efforts to combat antibiotic resistance through sustainable and effective biotechnological interventions. Beyond her scientific achievements, she is deeply engaged in academic mentorship and collaborative research initiatives that strengthen the connection between laboratory innovation and clinical application.Her contributions continue to shape the evolving field of nanomedicine, positioning her as a leading figure in the development of next-generation antimicrobial therapies. Through her commitment to excellence and scientific innovation, Dr. Lorena García Hevia exemplifies the transformative potential of nanotechnology in redefining the future of infection control and precision therapeutics.

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Featured Publications

García‐Hevia, L., Bañobre‐López, M., & Gallo, J. (2019). Recent progress on manganese‐based nanostructures as responsive MRI contrast agents. Chemistry–A European Journal, 25(2), 431–441.

García-Hevia, L., Valiente, R., Martín-Rodríguez, R., Renero-Lecuna, C., et al. (2016). Nano-ZnO leads to tubulin macrotube assembly and actin bundling, triggering cytoskeletal catastrophe and cell necrosis. Nanoscale, 8(21), 10963–10973.

Rodrigues, R. O., Baldi, G., Doumett, S., García-Hevia, L., Gallo, J., et al. (2018). Multifunctional graphene-based magnetic nanocarriers for combined hyperthermia and dual stimuli-responsive drug delivery. Materials Science and Engineering: C, 93, 206–217.

García‐Hevia, L., Villegas, J. C., Fernández, F., Casafont, Í., González, J., et al. (2016). Multiwalled carbon nanotubes inhibit tumor progression in a mouse model. Advanced Healthcare Materials, 5(9), 1080–1087.

García-Hevia, L., Casafont, I., Oliveira, J., Terán, N., Fanarraga, M. L., & Gallo, J. (2022). Magnetic lipid nanovehicles synergize the controlled thermal release of chemotherapeutics with magnetic ablation while enabling non-invasive monitoring by MRI for melanoma. Bioactive Materials, 8, 153–164.

Ahmad Saeed | Drug Delivery Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ahmad Saeed | Drug Delivery Systems | Best Researcher Award

University of Education Lahore | Pakistan

Mr. Ahmad Saeed is a dedicated researcher in the field of analytical chemistry with a strong academic and research background. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Education, Township Campus, Lahore, he has consistently demonstrated academic excellence with a notable CGPA of 3.60. Throughout his academic journey, he has actively participated in multiple research projects, including the development of biodegradable films containing biological macromolecules impregnated with curcumin for food preservation, investigation of the toxic effects of heavy metals in cosmetics on human health, and the advancement of revolutionized electrochemical sensors utilizing 2D materials as sensor electrodes. He has also contributed to innovative environmental projects, such as Clay Eco Filters, aimed at developing metal nanoparticle-impregnated clay tablets for water purification, and Ecofoil, focused on synthesizing biodegradable films for sustainable food packaging solutions.Mr. Ahmad Saeed has enriched his academic experience through hands-on laboratory work as a Graduate Research Assistant, where he worked extensively on projects involving the synthesis of nanomaterials for environmental and analytical applications. As a Teaching Assistant, he contributed to the academic development of students by assisting in atomic spectrophotometry courses, grading assignments, and providing academic guidance. He has participated in major conferences, including the International Conference on Trends and Research in Chemistry and the International Conference on Material Chemistry and Industrial Technologies, serving as both an organizer and a participant, thus gaining exposure to scholarly dialogues and academic networking.His research contributions are reflected in several scholarly publications, including Multivariate Statistical Analysis of Cosmetics Due to Potentially Toxic/Heavy Metal(loid) Contamination: Source Identification for Sustainability and Human Health Risk Assessment published in Sustainability, Structural Development of Curcumin: A Natural Product Arsenal for Diverse Therapeutic Targets – Seizing Opportunities Through Serendipity and Rational Design in the Journal of Molecular Structure, and FDA-Approved Sulfonamides-Containing Molecules: An Insightful Review on the Synthesis Strategy, Medical Indication, and Their Binding Mode under review in Chemistry and Biodiversity. These works highlight his interest in environmental sustainability, analytical chemistry, natural products, and biomedical applications.

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Featured Publications

Ahmed, M., Basheer, S., Mughram, M. H. A., Iqbal, D. N., Qamar, S., Saeed, A., Batool, R., Sanaullah, M., Raza, H., & Hussain, R. (2025). Structural development of curcumin: A natural product arsenal for diverse therapeutic targets—Seizing opportunities through serendipity and rational design. Journal of Molecular Structure.

Aslam, A. A., Ahmed, M., Mughram, M. H. A. L., Habib-ur-Rahman Mahmood, M., Basheer, S., Hussain, R., Eiman, E., Sanaullah, M., Raza, H., Saeed, A., et al. (2025). Sulfonamides as a promising scaffold in drug discovery: An insightful review on FDA-approved molecules, synthesis strategy, medical indication, and their binding mode. Chemistry and Biodiversity.

Ahmed, M., Basheer, S., Mughram, M. H. A., Iqbal, D. N., Qamar, S., Saeed, A., Batool, R., Sanaullah, M., Raza, H., & Hussain, R. (2025). Multivariate statistical analysis of cosmetics due to potentially toxic/heavy metal(loid) contamination: Source identification for sustainability and human health risk assessment. Sustainability.