Prof. Xiangxuan Zhao | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine | China

Prof. Xiangxuan Zhao is a distinguished cell biologist and an eminent academic leader renowned for his pioneering contributions to the field of natural medicine-derived anti-cancer therapeutics. Serving as Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, and Postdoctoral Mentor, he holds prestigious positions as the Dean of the College of Laboratory Animal Medicine and Director of the Laboratory Animal Center at the Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Shenyang, China. With a career dedicated to advancing the frontiers of cancer biology and pharmaceutical innovation, Prof. Zhao has established himself as a leading authority in tumor drug resistance mechanisms, molecular target discovery, molecular targeted drug development, and tumor immunotherapy research.Prof. Zhao’s academic journey reflects a blend of scientific rigor and innovative leadership. Prior to his current roles, he contributed significantly as Deputy Director of the Engineering Technology Center for TCM Innovation at Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and as a Researcher at the Health Science Research Institute of China Medical University. His earlier tenure as an Associate Researcher at Shengjing Hospital, China Medical University, laid the groundwork for his expertise in translational medicine, fostering a seamless bridge between laboratory research and clinical applications.A prolific scholar, Prof. Zhao has authored and co-authored eighty-four academic papers, including thirty-one SCI-indexed publications with a cumulative impact factor of one hundred eighty-eight. Among these, five papers boast impact factors exceeding ten, with his highest-impact publication reaching an impressive twenty-seven point four. His scientific excellence is further reflected in the thirteen national patents he holds, with four as the first inventor, underscoring his role as a trailblazer in molecular oncology and therapeutic innovation.

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Liu, Y., Guo, R., Xue, C., Zhang, X., Xiao, F., Zhao, X., Zhu, Z., & Li, K. (2025). Phytosphingosine suppresses gastric cancer through SFRP4/β-catenin axis-mediated Wnt signaling pathway inhibition. Chemico-Biological Interactions.

Ke, W., Wang, H., Zhao, X., & Lu, Z. (2021). Foeniculum vulgare seed extract exerts anti-cancer effects on hepatocellular carcinoma. Food & Function.

Sun, W., Ren, Y., Lu, Z., & Zhao, X. (2020). The potential roles of exosomes in pancreatic cancer initiation and metastasis. Molecular Cancer.

Ke, W., Zhao, X., & Lu, Z. (2020). Bcl-2 is essential for Foeniculum vulgare seed extract-induced apoptosis in lung cancer. Research Square.

Reda Abdel-Hameed | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Reda Abdel-Hameed, University of Hail, Egypt

Prof. Dr. Reda Abdel-Hameed is a distinguished chemist specializing in applied physical chemistry. He earned his B.Sc. (1998), M.Sc. (2003), and Ph.D. (2006) from Al-Azhar University, Cairo. With over two decades in academia, he has served as a professor at Al-Azhar University and an associate professor at the University of Hail, Saudi Arabia. His prolific research includes 134 published papers on nanotechnology, drug design, and environmental chemistry. A leader in scientific innovation, he continues to shape the future of chemistry through groundbreaking studies and mentorship.

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Education

Prof. Dr. Reda Abdel-Hameed 🎓 is a distinguished chemist with a strong academic background. He earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry in 1998 with an Excellent with Honor degree 🏅, followed by an M.Sc. in Applied Organic Chemistry in 2003 and a Ph.D. in Applied Physical Chemistry in 2006. His academic career began as a Demonstrator at Al-Azhar University (1998-2003) and progressed to Lecturer (2003-2006), Assistant Professor (2006-2012), and Associate Professor (2012-2017). He also served at Hail University, KSA (2009-2012). Since 2017, he has been a Full Professor at Al-Azhar University, contributing significantly to the field of chemistry 🔬.

Experience

Prof. Dr. Reda Abdel-Hameed 📚 has an extensive teaching portfolio in chemistry across Al-Azhar University and Hail University. At Al-Azhar, he has taught courses in Physical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Polymer Science, Industrial Chemistry, and more 🔬. At Hail University, he covered Applied Physical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry, Medical Chemistry, and Petroleum Chemistry ⛽. Additionally, he played a key role in developing course specifications and descriptions. His contributions extend to authorship, with books like Introduction to Organic Chemistry, Applied Electrochemistry, and Nanocomposites as Corrosion Inhibitors 📖. His dedication to chemistry education continues to inspire students worldwide 🌍.

Awards

Prof. Dr. Reda Abdel-Hameed 🌍 is a globally recognized scientist, ranked among the world’s top 2% by Stanford University and Elsevier from 2019 to 2023 📊. His excellence in academia has earned him numerous accolades, including the Ideal Student Prize (1996-1997) 🏆, the Faculty of Science Award for Academic Affairs (2012), and the Excellence in Teaching Award (2017) 🎓. He was also honored for integrating technology into higher education (2010) and recognized as the Best Coordinator for Student Activities at Hail University (2016). A proud member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) 🔬, he continues to make remarkable contributions.

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Reda S. Abdel-Hameed specializes in corrosion science and electrochemical applications ⚡🔬. His research focuses on developing corrosion inhibitors 🛡️ for metals, particularly in acidic and marine environments. He explores green chemistry approaches 🌱, including eco-friendly inhibitors derived from expired drugs 💊, polymers 🏗️, and heterocyclic compounds 🧪. His work advances electrochemical techniques for evaluating materials’ durability and protection in industrial applications 🏭. With significant contributions to nanotechnology-based inhibitors 🧬 and adsorption studies, his research benefits sectors like petrochemicals, metallurgy, and coatings 🏗️. His expertise in analytical electrochemistry helps mitigate corrosion-related challenges, ensuring sustainability and efficiency.