Daniel Bikle | Pharmacogenomics | Best Researcher Award

Daniel Bikle | Pharmacogenomics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Daniel Bikle, University of California San Francisoco, United States

Dr. Daniel Bikle 🧬 is a distinguished physician-scientist specializing in endocrinology and bone metabolism. He earned his A.B. magna cum laude from Harvard πŸŽ“ and M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania πŸ₯, followed by a Ph.D. in Biochemistry. Currently a Professor of Medicine and Dermatology at the University of California, San Francisco πŸŒ‰, he has held key research and clinical roles since the 1970s. Dr. Bikle is renowned for his groundbreaking work on vitamin D and bone health β˜€οΈπŸ¦΄. He has received numerous awards πŸ† and serves on editorial boards and international scientific committees worldwide 🌍.

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Education

Dr. Daniel Bikle’s impressive academic journey began at Harvard University πŸŽ“, where he earned his A.B. magna cum laude in Biochemical Sciences in 1965. He then pursued his medical degree (M.D.) at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine πŸ₯, graduating in 1969. Following medical school, he completed an internship and residency at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital in Boston 🏨 from 1969 to 1971, gaining valuable clinical experience. Dr. Bikle deepened his scientific expertise by earning a Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the University of Pennsylvania in 1974 πŸ”¬, laying a strong foundation for his distinguished career in medicine and research.

Awards

Dr. Daniel Bikle has received numerous prestigious honors throughout his career πŸ…. Starting with the Harvard Honorary Scholarship πŸŽ“ in 1961 and multiple National Science Foundation Fellowships πŸ”¬ during the 1960s, he earned several prizes at Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania, including the Henderson Memorial Prize πŸ† and Horatio C. Wood Prize in Pharmacology πŸ’Š. He was awarded fellowships by NIH and professional societies such as the American College of Physicians and Molecular Medicine 🩺. His later accolades include the Boy Frame Award 🦴 in 2007 and the Louis V Avioli Founders Award in 2016, recognizing his excellence in bone and mineral research.

Research Focus

Dr. Daniel Bikle’s research primarily focuses on vitamin D biology, its metabolism, and its critical role in bone health, skin physiology, and immune function πŸ¦΄β˜€οΈπŸ§¬. His extensive work explores vitamin D receptor actions, calcium signaling, and their impact on processes like wound healing and stem cell behavior 🩹πŸ§ͺ. He investigates vitamin D’s role in diseases such as long COVID and lymphoma, and how it influences cellular differentiation and mineral metabolism πŸ¦ πŸ’‰. Dr. Bikle also studies the molecular mechanisms of vitamin D in skin and bone, making his research essential for endocrinology, dermatology, and metabolic bone disease fields.

Publication Top Notes

Consensus Statement on Vitamin D Status Assessment and Supplementation: Whys, Whens, and Hows

The Role of the Vitamin D Receptor in the Epidermal Stem Cell Response to Wounding

Vitamin D and Long COVID: Is There a Role in Prevention or Treatment?

Mediator 1 ablation induces enamel-to-hair lineage conversion in mice through enhancer dynamics

Mediator 1 ablation induces enamel-to-hair lineage conversion through enhancer dynamics

Role of vitamin D and calcium signaling in epidermal wound healing

Ligand‐Independent Actions of the Vitamin D Receptor: More Questions Than Answers

Decreased Calcium-Sensing Receptor Expression Controls Calcium Signaling and Cell-To-Cell Adhesion Defects in Aged Skin

Introduction: Special Issue on Vitamin D Dedicated to the Memory of Anthony W Norman

The Free Hormone Hypothesis: When, Why, and How to Measure the Free Hormone Levels to Assess Vitamin D, Thyroid, Sex Hormone, and Cortisol Status

Ablation of Ephrin B2 in Col2 Expressing Cells Delays Fracture Repair

Alessandra Tucci | Personalized Medicine | Women Researcher Award

Alessandra Tucci | Personalized Medicine | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Alessandra Tucci, ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia, Italy

Dr. Alessandra Tucci is an esteemed Italian hematologist and Director of the Hematology Unit at ASST Spedali Civili di Brescia. With over three decades of expertise, she specializes in lymphomas, particularly in elderly patients. She holds dual specializations in Allergology & Immunology (University of Florence) and Hematology (University of Milan). A key figure in national and international research, she has led multiple clinical trials and serves on prestigious scientific boards, including the Italian Lymphoma Foundation (FIL) and European Hematology Association (EHA). An accomplished author and peer reviewer, Dr. Tucci continues to advance hematological research.

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Education

Dr. Alessandra Tucci πŸŽ“ earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Brescia in 1987, specializing in Allergology, Immunology, and Hematology. 🩸 Her dual specialization underscores her deep expertise in blood disorders and immune-related conditions. πŸ₯ Passionate about advancing medical science, she further pursued a Master’s in Management applied to hematology, showcasing her leadership in clinical and research settings. πŸ“š With a strong foundation in both patient care and scientific innovation, Dr. Tucci continues to make significant contributions to the field, bridging the gap between medical research and practical healthcare solutions. πŸ”¬βœ¨

Experience

Dr. Alessandra Tucci πŸ”¬ is a Principal Investigator in numerous national and international studies, focusing on hematology, particularly lymphomas and hematologic malignancies in elderly patients. 🩸 Her research impact is evident through an impressive H-index of 44 (Scopus) and 48 (Google Scholar), with over 9,792 citations. πŸ“Š She has contributed as a Guest Editor for Special Issues in high-impact journals like Cancers and serves as a reviewer for prestigious publications such as Lancet Haematology and Blood Advances. πŸ“– Her dedication to advancing hematologic research continues to shape the field and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Awards

Dr. Alessandra Tucci πŸ† has played a pivotal role in clinical trials (phases I-III), driving innovative treatments in hematology and significantly improving patient care. 🩸 Her contributions extend beyond research, as she actively shapes the scientific community through editorial work, peer reviews, and participation in prestigious scientific boards. πŸ“–πŸ”¬ Recognized for her expertise and leadership, she is a respected thought leader whose work influences both clinical practice and future therapeutic advancements. 🌍✨ Through her dedication, Dr. Tucci continues to leave a lasting impact on the field of hematology, inspiring researchers and improving patient outcomes worldwide. πŸ’‘πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ

Research Focus

Dr. Alessandra Tucci is a distinguished researcher specializing in hematology 🩸, with a focus on lymphomas 🦠, leukemias 🧬, and stem cell transplantation πŸ₯. Her work extensively explores invasive pulmonary aspergillosis in leukemia, mantle cell lymphoma prognosis, and the impact of radiotherapy on hematologic malignancies. She contributes to clinical trials, geriatric oncology assessments, and advanced imaging techniques like FDG PET/CT πŸ“‘ to improve diagnostic precision and treatment outcomes. Dr. Tucci’s research plays a critical role in optimizing chemoimmunotherapy πŸ’‰ and personalized medicine for hematologic disorders.

Publication Top Notes

Different Epidemiology of Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Comparison With Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Results of a Prospective Multicentric Observational Study of the Rete Ematologica Lombarda

Impact of the Number of Administered Systemic Treatment Lines on Local Response to Radiation Therapy for Multiple Myeloma

A phase 2 study of autologous stem cell transplantation as salvage therapy for older patients with aggressive B-cell lymphoma prospectively evaluated by comprehensive geriatric assessment: the FIL_RECANZ study

Prognostic Role of Pretreatment Tumor Burden and Dissemination Features From 2-[18F]FDG PET/CT in Advanced Mantle Cell Lymphoma

Early progression beyond first-line chemoimmunotherapy in follicular lymphoma: Insights from a Fondazione Italiana Linfoma (FIL) study

Omission of Radiotherapy in Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma: IELSG37 Trial Results

Correction: Rare predicted loss-of-function variants of type I IFN immunity genes are associated with life-threatening COVID-19 (Genome Medicine, (2023), 15, 1, (22), 10.1186/s13073-023-01173-8)

Lack of association between classical HLA genes and asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection

Local radiotherapy and measurable residual disease-driven immunotherapy in patients with early-stage follicular lymphoma (FIL MIRO): final results of a prospective, multicentre, phase 2 trial
2-[18]F FDG PET/CT dissemination features in adult burkitt lymphoma Are predictive of outcome