Dr. Liangqun Li | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Natural Products Research Center of Guizhou Province | China

Dr. Liangqun Li is a distinguished researcher in natural products chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and functional natural product development, widely recognized for his contributions to the scientific understanding of bioactive plant compounds, particularly those derived from Guizhou’s characteristic botanical resources such as Rosa roxburghii. As a Researcher at the Guizhou Research Center for Natural Products, the National Key Laboratory of Efficacy Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Their Utilization, and the Institute of Functional Natural Products, he leads high-impact investigations into efficacy material basis, molecular pathways, and translational utilization of natural compounds. Dr. Li’s scholarly influence is reflected in his strong research metrics, with 293 citations from 275 citing documents, 35 published documents, and an h-index of 11, underscoring his growing global impact in the fields of natural products, phytochemistry, and medicinal biosciences. Before his current role, he completed a productive postdoctoral fellowship at the Key Laboratory of Plant Resources & Biotechnology, Kunming Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences, advancing the identification and functional analysis of key genes involved in pennogenin saponin biosynthesis in Paris polyphylla var. yunnanensis. His earlier experience as an R&D Specialist at Yunnan Baiyao Group strengthened his expertise in pharmaceutical formulation, chemical generic drug development, innovative health-care products, and applied medicinal chemistry. Dr. Li earned his Doctor of Science in Medicinal Chemistry from the Kunming Institute of Botany in collaboration with Yunnan University, preceded by a Master of Pharmacy and a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Kunming Medical University and Haiyuan College. His scholarly contributions include significant publications such as Effects and formula optimization of Rosa roxburghii pomace substrate on the yield and volatile flavor compounds of Lentinula edodes, Therapeutic potential of Rosa roxburghii folium extract in insomnia treatment, Combined metabolite and transcriptomic profiling unveil a potential gene network involved in the triterpenoid metabolism of Rosa roxburghii, Acer truncatum seed oil and Rosa roxburghii juice submicron emulsion: preparation and its therapeutic potential in alleviating scopolamine-induced memory impairment in mice, Isolation, identification, phytochemical characterization and in vitro anti-inflammatory property of an endophytic Trametes versicolor CL-1 isolated from Rosa roxburghii, In vitro neurotrophic properties and structural characterization of a new polysaccharide LTC-1 from Pyrola corbieri Levl, Effect on hypoglycemic activity and UPLC-MS/MS profiling of Rosa roxburghii fruit fermented with Chinese traditional distiller’s yeast, Preparation and characterization of calcium-incorporated Rosa roxburghii Tratt and its efficacy on bone mineral density in rats, Microbial transformation of diosgenin to diosgenone by Wickerhamomyces anomalus JQ-1, and multiple works on asymmetric total synthesis of natural product derivatives including triptophenolide, triptolide, dichroanone, taiwaniaquinone H, brazilin, brazilein, and brazilide A. Through his integrated research combining metabolomics, transcriptomics, biosynthesis, phytochemistry, and innovative natural product engineering, Dr. Li continues to advance the scientific landscape of medicinal plants, contributing to novel therapeutic insights, biochemical pathway discovery, and the modernization of traditional medicinal resources.

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Authors. (2025). Targeted discovery of oxygen-bridged sesquiterpenes from Cinnamomum migao by MS/MS-based molecular networking and their neuroprotective activities. Phytochemistry.

Authors. (2025). Iridoid constituents and anti-aging activity of Eucommiae Folium. Shipin Kexue Food Science.

Authors. (2025). Therapeutic potential of Rosa roxburghii folium extract in insomnia treatment: A comprehensive evaluation of behavioral and neurochemical effects in a PCPA-induced mouse model. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture.

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.