Kamini Raghuram | Drug Safety and Risk Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kamini Raghuram | Drug Safety and Risk Management | Best Researcher Award

Staff Neonatologist and Developmental Pediatrician at University of Toronto | Canada

Dr. Kamini Raghuram is a clinician-scientist specializing in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, neonatal-perinatal medicine, and clinical epidemiology. With a strong foundation in pediatrics, she has combined clinical expertise with cutting-edge research to advance outcomes in high-risk and preterm infants. Her work bridges clinical practice, epidemiology, and innovative technological tools such as automated video-based analysis for motor impairment. Dr. Raghuram has been a principal and co-investigator on numerous funded projects and has published extensively in leading pediatric and neonatal journals. She is widely recognized for her dedication to improving long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes in vulnerable infant populations.

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Education 

Dr. Kamini Raghuram completed her Doctor of Medicine (MD) at the University of Toronto, followed by FRCPC training in General Pediatrics, Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine, and Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at the same institution. She earned a Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology and Health Care Research from the Institute of Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation, University of Toronto, where her thesis focused on video-based motor impairment analysis in preterm infants. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering from the University of British Columbia, graduating as class valedictorian and recognized for outstanding research proficiency.

Experience 

Dr. Kamini Raghuram has held extensive clinical and academic positions across pediatrics, neonatology, and developmental medicine. She has served as a clinician-investigator, integrating patient care with translational research to develop evidence-based approaches for preterm infants. Her work includes leading clinical trials, advancing quality improvement initiatives, and applying machine learning and automated video analysis for early detection of motor and neurodevelopmental impairments. With expertise spanning neonatal intensive care, developmental follow-up, and health outcomes research, she has collaborated nationally and internationally to improve clinical pathways for high-risk infants. Her experience reflects a unique combination of bedside practice and pioneering research in pediatrics.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Kamini Raghuram has received numerous awards and funding recognitions for her research and clinical excellence. These include CIHR grants exceeding $2 million, innovation fund competitions, and recognition for her work on neonatal outcomes. She has won presentation and research awards at the University of Toronto, The Hospital for Sick Children, and international conferences. Honors such as the Excellence in Academic Coaching Award, Quality Improvement Award, Canada Graduate Scholarship, and early-career fellowships highlight her leadership and academic impact. Earlier, as an engineering student, she received the Lefevre Gold Medal and delivered the valedictorian address at the University of British Columbia.

Research Focus 

Dr. Kamini Raghuram research focuses on improving neurodevelopmental and health outcomes in preterm and high-risk infants through early detection, intervention, and long-term follow-up strategies. She applies advanced tools, including automated video analysis, MRI biomarkers, and large-scale database studies, to identify predictors of motor and cognitive impairment. Her work integrates clinical epidemiology with neonatal and developmental pediatrics, emphasizing translational approaches from bench to bedside. She is also involved in clinical trials addressing interventions such as coadministration therapies and surgical decision-making in fetal medicine. Her ultimate goal is to enhance early diagnosis, optimize interventions, and improve quality of life for vulnerable children.

Publication Top Notes

Caregiver Experiences, Healthcare Provider Perspectives and Child Outcomes with Virtual Care in a Neonatal Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up Clinic: A Mixed-Methods Study

Automated Movement Analysis to Predict Cerebral Palsy in Very Preterm Infants: An Ambispective Cohort Study

Conclusion

Dr. Kamini Raghuram is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her career reflects a rare combination of clinical excellence, research innovation, and dedication to improving outcomes for preterm infants. With substantial grant funding, groundbreaking studies in automated movement analysis, and leadership in advancing neonatal care, she exemplifies the qualities of a leading researcher. While opportunities exist to expand her global influence and further scale her innovations, her proven track record of impactful, patient-centered research makes her an outstanding nominee for this prestigious recognition.

Muhammad Musa Khan | Drug Safety and Risk Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Musa Khan | Drug Safety and Risk Management | Best Researcher Award

Associate Researcher at Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University | China

Dr. Muhammad Musa Khan is a Pakistani entomologist and research scientist with an extensive background in agricultural entomology, insect toxicology, and pest management. Currently serving as an Associate Researcher at the Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University, China, he focuses on pesticide toxicity, ecological risk assessment, and resistance management in agroecosystems. His research spans ecological, molecular, and toxicological approaches to pest control. Dr. Khan has published prolifically in high-impact journals and is recognized for advancing sustainable pest management strategies. His collaborative, multidisciplinary work integrates field ecology with molecular diagnostics, benefiting both science and agriculture on a global scale.

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Education 

Dr. Khan earned his Ph.D. in Agricultural Entomology and Pest Control from Huazhong Agricultural University, China, where he worked on predator safety in rice ecosystems. He completed his M.Sc. (Hons) in Entomology from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan, researching resistance mechanisms in cotton against sap-sucking pests. His undergraduate degree (B.Sc. Hons) in Agriculture with a specialization in Entomology was obtained from PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi. Additionally, he interned at the Nuclear Institute for Agriculture and Biology, gaining hands-on expertise in biological control agent rearing and field application methods.

Experience 

Dr. Khan currently serves as Associate Researcher at the Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University, China, investigating pesticide toxicity and resistance in brown planthopper and rice ecosystems. His previous role as a Postdoctoral Researcher at South China Agricultural University involved studying the effects of UV light on whiteflies and moths. During his Ph.D., he explored ecotoxicological risks of insecticides on beneficial insects and tested essential oil-based pest repellent strategies. His scientific skillset encompasses molecular biology techniques, gene expression analysis, bioinformatics, and biostatistics. His interdisciplinary approach allows integration of molecular diagnostics with field-level pest management.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Khan has received significant recognition for his impactful research, including editorial contributions to international journals such as Frontiers in Plant Science. His publications have consistently appeared in top-tier Q1 journals like Journal of Hazardous Materials and Chemosphere. As a corresponding author and equal first author, his contributions are well-acknowledged in international collaborations. His work has received citations and global visibility for its originality in ecological toxicology and entomological innovation. Moreover, his involvement in multiple Chinese institutions and his role in international research networks reflect his growing influence and leadership in the agricultural research community.

Research Focus 

Dr. Khan’s research bridges entomology, toxicology, and molecular biology with a primary focus on insecticide resistance, non-target toxicity, and ecological safety in agroecosystems. He specializes in assessing chemical and environmental stressors on pests and their natural enemies, especially in rice and vegetable production systems. His studies utilize DNA/RNA techniques, gene expression profiling, and biochemical assays to decipher the molecular impact of pesticides and ultraviolet exposure on pest physiology and behavior. He is particularly interested in predator-prey dynamics, pollinator safety, integrated pest management, and sustainable solutions to enhance agricultural productivity while minimizing ecological harm.

Publication Top Notes

Role of insect gut microbiota in pesticide degradation: a review

Metabolic-based insecticide resistance mechanism and ecofriendly approaches for controlling of beet armyworm Spodoptera exigua: a review

Impact of invasive ant species on native fauna across similar habitats under global environmental changes

Lethal and sublethal effects of emamectin benzoate on the rove beetle, Paederus fuscipes, a non-target predator of rice brown planthopper, Nilaparvata lugens

Identification of attractants from plant essential oils for Cyrtorhinus lividipennis, an important predator of rice planthoppers

Role of digestive protease enzymes and related genes in host plant adaptation of a polyphagous pest, Spodoptera frugiperda

Temperature-Dependent Functional Response of Harmonia axyridis (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) on the Eggs of Spodoptera litura (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in …

Lethal and Sublethal Effects of Chlorpyrifos on Biological Traits and Feeding of the Aphidophagous Predator Harmonia axyridis

Sublethal effects of chlorantraniliprole on Paederus fuscipes (Staphylinidae: Coleoptera), a general predator in paddle field

Using a Two-Sex Life Table Tool to Calculate the Fitness of Orius strigicollis as a Predator of Pectinophora gossypiella

Insecticide resistance and detoxification enzymes activity in Nilaparvata lugens Stål against neonicotinoids

Emamectin benzoate induced enzymatic and transcriptional alternation in detoxification mechanism of predatory beetle Paederus fuscipes (Coleoptera: Staphylinidae) at the …