Marcelo Luis Berthier | Neuroscience| Best Researcher Award

Prof. Marcelo Luis Berthier | Neuroscience| Best Researcher Award

 

Unversidad de Málaga, Spain

Profile

Education

Marcelo Luis Berthier obtained his degree in Medicine (1972-1976) and completed residency training in Neurosurgery (1977-1980), later specializing in Neurology (1980). He served as a staff neurologist at the Institute of Neurological Research, FLENI, Buenos Aires, Argentina (1980-1989), before becoming a research fellow in the Department of Neurology at Clinic Hospital of Barcelona, Spain (1989-1990). From 1991 to 2000, he was a staff neurologist and physician in charge of the Behavioural Neurology Unit at the Clinic University Hospital of Malaga. He earned a PhD in Neuroscience (cum laude) from the University of Malaga and coordinated the Group of Behavioural Neurology and Dementia of the Spanish Neurological Society (2004-2006). In 2004, he founded and directed the Unit of Cognitive Neurology and Aphasia at the Centro de Investigaciones Médico-Sanitarias, University of Malaga, leading it until 2023. Additionally, he served as the director of the Consolidated Research Group on Cognitive Neuroscience: Aphasia and Related Disorders (UNCA, C-12) at the Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA – Plataforma BIONAND).

Work experience

Dr. Marcelo L. Berthier Torres has led and contributed to several groundbreaking research projects in cognitive neurology and aphasia. As a co-investigator, he participated in the Telerehabilitation in Aphasia project (2021-2023), which evaluated the effectiveness of telerehabilitation compared to face-to-face therapy and identified predictive biomarkers of response, funded by the Junta de Andalucía. He also served as the principal investigator for a study on the efficacy of combined treatment with donepezil, intensive rehabilitation, and transcranial direct current stimulation in chronic post-stroke aphasia (2016-2019), funded by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III. Additionally, he has contributed to the Proyectos de Generación de Conocimiento “Frontera”, an initiative under the FEDER Andalucía 2014-2020 program, which investigates brain biomarkers for individualized treatment approaches in chronic post-stroke aphasia

Areas of Research

Dr. Marcelo L. Berthier Torres has made significant contributions to the treatment of post-stroke aphasia and speech-language disorders. He conducted the first open-label and randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trials investigating the use of cognitive-enhancing drugs (donepezil and memantine) alone and in combination with standard aphasia therapy or intensive language-action therapy (ILAT) in chronic post-stroke aphasia. His pioneering studies stimulated international research on aphasia pharmacotherapy, leading to clinical translation. Today, donepezil and memantine, alone or combined with therapy, are widely used off-label for post-stroke aphasia and language disturbances associated with neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and primary progressive aphasia.

Publication

  • Revisiting the boundaries of different altered accents profiles

    Cortex
    2025-03 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Marcelo L. Berthier; Ignacio Moreno-Torres; Jo Verhoeven; Guadalupe Dávila
  • Turning the Spotlight to Cholinergic Pharmacotherapy of the Human Language System

    CNS Drugs
    2023-07 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Guadalupe Dávila; María José Torres-Prioris; Diana López-Barroso; Marcelo L. Berthier
  • Pharmacotherapy for post-stroke aphasia: what are the options?

    Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy
    2023-07-24 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Marcelo L. Berthier; Guadalupe Dávila
  • Brain structural and functional correlates of the heterogenous progression of mixed transcortical aphasia

    Brain Structure and Function
    2023-05-31 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Diana López-Barroso; José Paredes-Pacheco; María José Torres-Prioris; Guadalupe Dávila; Marcelo L. Berthier
  • Controlling the past, owning the present, and future: cholinergic modulation decreases semantic perseverations in a person with post-stroke aphasia

    Aphasiology
    2022-11-02 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Marcelo L. Berthier; Daniel Santana-Moreno; Álvaro Beltrán-Corbellini; Juan C. Criado-Álamo; Lisa Edelkraut; Diana López-Barroso; Guadalupe Dávila; María José Torres-Prioris

Shilpa Kumari | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Ms.Shilpa Kumari | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

 

Sharda University, India

Profile

Education

She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Sharda University since 2020, having completed her coursework with an impressive 84.5%. She holds an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Chandigarh University, where she secured 79.6% in 2019. Prior to that, she earned her B.Sc. from HNB Garhwal Central University, Srinagar, in 2017 with a score of 66.7%. She completed her 12th grade in the Medical stream under CBSE in 2014 with 74.4% and her 10th grade in General Science in 2012, securing 75.5%.

 

Awards

She has been awarded the Sharda University Research Scholarship (SURS) by Sharda University since February 2021. She received a Silver Medal at the 8th Annual Meeting of the International Association of Zoologists and the 5th International Conference on Recent Trends in Life Sciences and Biotechnology held at Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Haryana, in December 2024. Additionally, she was granted International Travel Support from the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, to present her research at the University Malay, Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia, in August 2024. She secured 2nd Prize at the Anveshan International Convention 2023-2024 (North Zone), organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) in January 2024. Furthermore, she won the Best Oral Presentation Award at the National Conference on Disease Diagnosis and Drug Development Against Human Pathogens, sponsored by DBT and organized by Muthyammal College of Arts and Science in November 2023.

Book chapters

1. Shilpa Kumari, Neha Verma, Anil Kumar, Sunita Dalal, and Kanu Priya. “Functional
overrepresentation analysis and their application in microbial pathogenesis.” In Systems Biology
Approaches for Host-Pathogen Interaction Analysis, pp. 171-179. Academic Press, 2024.
2. Neha Verma, Shilpa Kumari, Anil Kumar, and Kanu Priya. “Advancements in systems biologybased analysis of microbial pathogenesis.” In Systems Biology Approaches for Host-Pathogen
Interaction Analysis, pp. 181-190. Academic Press, 2024

Publication

NORMA SILVA | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Dr.Norma Silva | Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

 

The university of Arizona, United States

Profile

Education

She holds a Biotechnology Engineering degree from the Technological Institute of Sonora (1991-1996) and a Master’s in Environmental Sciences and Sustainable Development from the Autonomous University of Sinaloa (2001-2004). She later earned a Ph.D. in Sciences with a Specialization in Biotechnology through the National Program (PNPC) of Biological Sciences of the Northwest, CONACYT, at the Technological Institute of Sonora (2010-2014). Additionally, she has obtained diplomas in teaching, generic competencies, and nutrition

Work experience

She worked as a Laboratory Technician at SABRITAS, S.A. de C.V. (1994-1998), where she was responsible for quality control of physicochemical parameters in raw materials, processes, and packaging lines. From 2001 to 2004, she served as a Professor at Colegio Sinaloa in Culiacán, teaching chemistry, biology, and food analysis. She then worked as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Architecture and Environmental Engineering at the Technological Institute of Cajeme (ITESCA) from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she held a dual role as a Professor and Academic Administrator in the Department of Biotechnology and Food Sciences at the Technological Institute of Sonora (ITSON) between 2001 and 2014. In 2011, she was an Adjunct Professor at Tecnológico de Monterrey, teaching Organic Chemistry in English. She later joined the University of Sonora (UNISON) as an Adjunct Professor from 2013 to 2016 and again in 2024. From 2017 to 2022, she worked as a Determined Research Professor at UNISON, focusing on biological sciences, particularly in the agri-food field and its connections to public health and the environment. Expanding her research internationally, she became an Associate Researcher at the University of Arizona’s Department of Environmental Sciences from 2021 to 2022. She continued her work there as a Visiting Professor with a Research Scholar position from 2023 to 2024 and is currently an Associate Researcher (2024-2025). Her research at the University of Arizona focuses on the innovation and development of biotechnological products using natural products.

Awards

She has received several distinctions throughout her career, including being recognized as a Distinguished Teacher at the Technological Institute of Sonora in 2006 and 2007. In 2017, she was honored as a Distinguished Citizen in CAJEME by the Interamerican University for Development in Cd. Obregón, Sonora. Her research excellence has been acknowledged by CONACYT’s National System of Researchers, where she was awarded the title of National Researcher Level C from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2018. She advanced to National Researcher Level 1 in the area of Agricultural, Livestock, Forestry, and Ecosystem Sciences from 2019 to 2021 and continued at Level 1 in the area of Biotechnology and Agricultural Sciences for the period from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2026.

Research Experience

She has extensive experience in research and development, demonstrating expertise in implementing technologies and innovative practices to enhance agricultural productivity, food security, and environmental sustainability. Her work focuses on utilizing scientific and technological tools to address complex challenges in the agri-food sector.

She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the National Laboratory for Research in Food Safety (LANNIA), CONACYT, at the Center for Research in Food and Development (CIAD) (2016-2017), where she worked on the chemical and biological characterization of agro-industry products. Her research experience includes multiple research stays at CIAD: in 2004 at the Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (Culiacán Unit, Sinaloa), where she developed her master’s thesis on disinfection applications in mango products; in 2012 at the Antioxidant Laboratory (Hermosillo Unit, Sonora), where she evaluated the antioxidant capacities of agro-industrial products; and in 2013 at the Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (Culiacán Unit, Sinaloa), where she conducted her doctoral research on the characterization of antiviral studies of agro-industrial products.

Additionally, in 2016, she conducted a research stay at the Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), working at the Center for Genomic Sciences (CCG) in Cuernavaca, Morelos, focusing on the genomic characterization of bacteriophages isolated from agricultural valleys in Southern Sonora, Mexico.

Publication

Grit Hein | Social Neuroscience | Best Paper Award

prof. Grit Hein | Social Neuroscience | Best Paper Award

 

Universität Würzburg, Germany

Profile

Education

She studied Psychology at Humboldt-University in Berlin, Germany, and City College in New York, USA, completing her diploma in 1999 with a grade of “very good.” She earned her doctorate in 2002 at the Max-Planck-Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Leipzig and Humboldt-University in Berlin. Her academic and professional career progressed through various prestigious positions. In 2002, she began as a research associate at MRC Cambridge, UK, and the University Hospital Frankfurt/M. She then received a DFG-Research Stipend in 2006, conducting research at the Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute, University of Berkeley, USA. In 2008, she was awarded the Society-in-Science Stipend and became a Principal Investigator in an independent research project at the University of Zürich, Switzerland. She completed her habilitation and obtained her Venia Legendi in Psychology at Goethe-University Frankfurt/M. in 2014. She later served as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bern, Switzerland, in 2015. In 2017, she was appointed as a Heisenberg Professor at JMU Würzburg, where she continued to advance her research. In 2021, she became a Professor of Translational Social Neuroscience at JMU Würzburg and a Steering Committee Member of the Research Training Group RTG 2660, working alongside Professor Dr. Matthias Gamer in Psychology.

Work experience

Since 2024, she has served as the President of the European Social and Affective Neuroscience Association (ESCAN) – Special Interest Group Social Neuroscience and as the spokesperson for the Neuroscience section at the Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS), JMU. Previously, from 2021 to 2024, she held the position of Vice President of ESCAN. Since 2022, she has been a board member of the China-Competence Center at JMU, and since 2021, she has been an Executive Board and Steering Committee Member of the Research Training Group RTG 2660. Her engagement in the research system extends further, as she has been a board member of ESCAN since 2019 and a member of the mentoring program for young female scientists at UKW, JMU. Additionally, she holds a double affiliation with both the Medical Faculty and the Faculty of Human Science at JMU. Since 2018, she has contributed as a panel member of the Hillary Green Research Fund at the University of Birmingham, a standing member of the dissertation committee at UKW, JMU, and a member of the Degree Subject Committee of the Elite Graduate Program in Translational Neuroscience at JMU. She has also supervised numerous early-career researchers, including Anne Saulin, who completed her PhD in 2023 with magna cum laude and is now a DFG postdoctoral fellow at the University of Birmingham, UK; Marthe Gründahl, who also earned her PhD in 2023 with magna cum laude and is now a consultant at Bain & Company; and Dorothee Bruch, who obtained her MD in 2022 with magna cum laude and is currently practicing as a gynecologist.

She has received several prestigious academic distinctions throughout her career. In 2023, she was honored with an award for her extraordinary contribution to teaching by the Medical Faculty and the President of JMU. In 2015, she was awarded the Heisenberg Fellowship by the German Research Foundation, recognizing her outstanding research achievements. Earlier in her career, she received the Branco-Weiss Fellowship from ETH Zürich in 2008 and the Emmy-Noether Fellowship from the German Research Foundation in 2005, both of which supported her innovative research endeavors.

Publication

Lekshmi K. Edison | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Dr.Lekshmi K. Edison | Molecular Biology| Best Researcher Award

 

University of Florida, United States

Profile

Education

She earned her Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Kerala, India, in 2019. Prior to that, she completed a Master’s in Biotechnology from Mahatma Gandhi University in 2006 and an undergraduate degree in Zoology from the same university in 2004. Additionally, she holds a Master’s Diploma in Bioinformatics from Bharathiyar University (2015) and a Diploma in Computer Application from C-Dit, India (2014).

Work experience

She is currently a Postdoctoral Associate at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States, a position she has held since 2022. Prior to this, she worked as a Postdoctoral Associate at the College of Medicine, University of Florida, from 2021 to 2022. From 2019 to 2021, she served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Earlier in her career, she was a Research Fellow at KSCSTE-JNTBGRI, Palode, Kerala, from 2015 to 2019, and a Project Fellow at the Department of Plant Physiology, College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Kerala, from 2011 to 2013.

Awards

She has received several prestigious honors and awards throughout her career. In 2024, she was awarded the UF Postdoctoral Affairs Spring 2024 Travel Award by the University of Florida and the American Society of Microbiology (ASM) Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship (FLMF). In 2023, she received the American Society of Virology Postdoctoral Scholar Travel Award. Earlier, she was honored with the Department of Biotechnology-Research Associateship Program Fellowship from the Government of India in 2019. Additionally, she received the Women Scientist’s Back to Lab Research Fellowship from the State Government of Kerala, India, in 2015, and qualified for the National Eligibility Test for Lectureship conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Government of India, in 2014.

 OTHER PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS (LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, ETC)

She has obtained multiple professional certifications and training credentials. In 2024, she completed the HiPerGator Account Training at the University of Florida, along with certifications in NIH Recombinant DNA (rDNA) and Nanoparticle Biosafety/Biosecurity through CITI. She also received training from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) in areas such as working safely with rabbits and ferrets in biocontainment and working with laboratory rats. In 2023, she completed the Life Sciences Responsible Conduct of Research Course, training on COVID-19 vaccine research, and multiple AALAS certifications, including working with the IACUC and poultry in laboratories. Earlier, in 2021, she acquired certifications in laboratory animal science, pain management in research animals, and post-procedure care for mice and rats.

Book Edited

  •  Pradeep NS, Edison LK (Editors). 2022. Microbial Beta Glucanases – Molecular
    Structure, Functions and Applications. In Book Series: Interdisciplinary
    Biotechnological Advances. Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd., Pages 206. DOI
    https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6466-4, ISBNs 978-981-196465-7 (Hard cover),
    978-981-196466-4 (eBook).

Book chapters

  • Edison LK, Pradeep NS. Isolation of beta-glucanase encoding genes from actinobacterial
    genus Streptomyces spp. and its overexpression in Escherichia coli heterologous system. In:
    Karthik L, ed. Protocols of Actinomycetes: Microbiology to Gene Editing. 1st ed. Boca Raton,
    FL: CRC Press; 2024:Chapter 11. doi:10.1201/9781003398400-11
  • Nair S, Sahay B, Arukha AP, Edison LK, Crews CD, Morris JG Jr, Kariyawasam S,
    Yamamoto JK. Interferon-γ/IL-2 ELISpot and mRNA Responses to the SARS-CoV2, Feline
    Coronavirus Serotypes 1 (FCoV1), and FCoV2 Receptor Binding Domains by the T Cells
    from COVID-19-Vaccinated Humans and FCoV1-Infected Cats. Methods Mol Biol.
    2024;2768:135-151. doi: 10.1007/978-1-0716-3690-9_9.
  • Ragitha VM, Edison LK. Safety issues, environmental impacts, and health effects of
    Biopolymers. In: Thomas S, Ar A, Jose Chirayil C, Thomas B, eds. Handbook of Biopolymers.
    Springer; 2022. doi:10.1007/978-981-16-6603-2_54-1.

Publication

Bailey Bennett | Cognitive Rehabilitation| Best Researcher Award

Ms. Bailey Bennett | Cognitive Rehabilitation| Best Researcher Award

 

Emporia State University, United States

Profile

 

Education

She completed her Master’s in Art Therapy and Clinical Counseling at Emporia State University from August 2021 to May 2024, graduating with a 4.0 GPA. Her studies included a focus on Mental Health.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Pittsburg State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude in December 2020. Her studies emphasized Substance Abuse Services.

Additionally, she completed her Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts at Johnson County Community College from January 2015 to May 2017, also graduating with a 4.0 GPA and as a member of the Honors College.

WORK EXPERIENCE

She has extensive experience in the mental health and art therapy fields. Since January 2021, she has been working at Minds Matter LLC as a Cognitive and Behavioral Therapist, as well as an Art Therapy Consultant. In this role, she provides therapy to individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), helping them live independently, while also offering consultations and support for integrating art into therapy sessions. She presents on various topics, including research and art therapy, and assists clients in reaching their individual goals. Additionally, she attends weekly supervision sessions to deepen her knowledge of TBI.

From August 2023 to May 2024, she completed an internship at the Emporia State University Counseling Center, where she provided therapy to students, administered assessments, and contributed to treatment plans. She adhered to ethical standards and confidentiality in her work.

She also interned at Corner House Inc. from August 2022 to April 2023, where she provided therapy, participated in client screening and assessment, and assisted in treatment plan development. She provided both individual and group counseling, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and confidentiality.

During her time at Crawford County Mental Health in Pittsburg, KS, from January to December 2020, she completed 400 hours of internship, working at the Addiction Treatment Center and the Women’s Renewal House. She facilitated various client groups and observed counselors in different settings.

Additionally, from August 2019 to May 2020, she served as the Media Manager and Vice-President for Students for Violence Prevention at Pittsburg State University. In this position, she created media content and worked with university staff to educate students on topics such as sexual assault, stalking, domestic violence, and unhealthy relationships. She was awarded the NASPA-BACCHUS Region IV-W Peer Educator Award for her efforts in educational outreach.

Awards

She has received several notable awards throughout her academic and professional career. In 2023, she was honored with the Research Award at the Capital Graduate Research Summit at Emporia State University. She also earned 3rd place at the Research and Creativity 2023 People’s Choice Award. In 2020, she received the NASPA-BACCHUS Region IV-W Peer Educator Award for Excellence for her contributions to peer education on campus. Additionally, she was awarded the Outstanding Undergraduate Scholarship for Pittsburg State University’s Psychology Program in 2020.

Educational Opportunities & Research Experience

She has conducted significant research and contributed to various academic projects. In 2022, she conducted human subjects research to study the effects of art therapy on individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), finding significant results regarding reduced anxiety in this population. Her research was presented at the Capital Graduate Research Summit in Topeka, KS, in 2023, where she was awarded the Research Award for ESU.

From 2019 to 2020, she worked as a Research Assistant for Dr. Warner, focusing on visual attention and conducting human subjects research, which was submitted to the APA National Conference.

Additionally, she served as the Vice-President/Social Media Coordinator for Students for Violence Prevention (SVP) from 2019 to 2020, where she played a key role in organizing and promoting initiatives focused on preventing violence and raising awareness on campus.

 

Alfini Octavia | pediatric dentistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Alfini Octavia | pediatric dentistry | Best Researcher Award

 

Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Profile

Alfini Octavia is a distinguished pediatric dentist and lecturer at Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta, specializing in special needs dentistry with a strong focus on children with disabilities. With nearly 15 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to improving oral healthcare for children with autism and other disabilities, pioneering innovative approaches to behavior management in dentistry.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Her research primarily explores non-pharmacologic behavior management techniques to enhance the dental experience for children with autism, ensuring comfort and cooperation during treatment. She has contributed significantly to the field through clinical practice, research, and community outreach programs aimed at early prevention and intervention.

Alfini Octavia has published seven research articles in indexed journals, authored the book “Kesehatan Gigi pada Anak Kebutuhan Khusus” (Oral Health in Special Need Children), and holds two patents related to pediatric and preventive dentistry. She is an active member of the International Association of Pediatric Dentistry and the International Association for Disability and Oral Health.

Her commitment to advancing inclusive dental care has led to improved oral health outcomes and enhanced quality of life for children with disabilities. Passionate about education, she also mentors future dental professionals, advocating for inclusive practices in oral healthcare.

Publications

Partha Sengupta | Structural Health Monitoring | Best Researcher Award

Dr.Partha Sengupta | Structural Health Monitoring | Best Researcher Award

 

AECOM,India

Profile

Education

He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur (2018–2023), with a perfect CGPA of 10/10. His doctoral research focused on “Finite Element Model Updating of Structures in Bayesian Framework and Enhanced Model Reduction Techniques.” Prior to this, he completed his M.Tech in Civil Engineering from IIEST, Shibpur (2014–2016), earning a CGPA of 9.03/10, with a thesis on the “Application of Ground Penetrating Radar in Concrete Evaluation, Pavement Profile, and Utility Detection.” He obtained his B.Tech in Civil Engineering from West Bengal University of Technology (2010–2014) with a CGPA of 9.02/10.

Professional Experience

Dr. Partha Sengupta conducts research in Structural Health Monitoring, focusing on model updating within a Bayesian framework using an enhanced model reduction technique with incomplete modal and time history response data. His work involves developing an iterative model reduction technique in the frequency domain by eliminating stiffness terms from the transformation equation, effectively mapping the full model and predicting its dynamic responses. The modified equation depends on measured modal responses and invariant mass matrices, eliminating the need for repeated evaluations of stiffness terms typically required in structural health monitoring (SHM) updating algorithms. Furthermore, this model reduction approach is integrated with a sub-structuring scheme, making it applicable to large finite element models. Additionally, Dr. Sengupta has developed an improved Bayesian model updating technique within the Transitional Markov Chain Monte Carlo (TMCMC) framework in the frequency domain, incorporating modifications to enhance the TMCMC algorithm.

AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS:

He received the Professor Amiya K. Basu Research Award in Structural Dynamics from the Department of Civil Engineering, IIEST Shibpur, and an additional monthly stipend of ₹10,000 from MHRD in 2022, along with his institute fellowship. He was also awarded the Best Paper Award in “Control and Health Monitoring” at the International Conference on Materials, Mechanics, and Structures (ICMMS 2020) in Kozhikode, India. As a reviewer, he has contributed to the G20 C20 International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development, published by Springer Nature, as well as Engineering Structures and Computer Methods in Applied Mechanics and Engineering, prestigious SCI journals published by Elsevier. Additionally, he received the Ministry of Human Resource and Development (MHRD) Institute Fellowship for pursuing his Ph.D. and M.Tech, having qualified GATE 2014 with a 99 percentile.

Publications

Ibrahim Abbas | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Ibrahim Abbas | Biology | Best Researcher Award 

 

Mansoura University,Egypt

Profile

Education

He is an experienced researcher in Biology, Parasitology, Microbiology, and Molecular Biotechnology, with a strong academic background and extensive research training. He holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences (1999-2004), a Master of Veterinary Medical Sciences (2005-2008), and a Doctor of Veterinary Medical Sciences (Parasitology) (2008-2011) from Mansoura University, Egypt, where his research focused on parasitic infections in farm animals, particularly tissue parasites and Sarcocystis species in buffaloes in Dakahlia Province. To further enhance his expertise, he has undertaken multiple international research experiences, including a one-month externship at TIHO Hannover – Institute of Parasitology, Germany, in 2015, where he worked on PCR-sequencing protocols to genotype hydatid cysts and Taenia hydatigena cysticerci.

He later pursued a six-month postdoctoral scholarship at South Dakota State University (SDSU), USA, focusing on autofluorescence and lectin-binding protocols for identifying gastrointestinal trichostrongylid nematodes in small ruminants under the guidance of Prof. Michael B. Hildreth. His research experience also includes a nine-month postdoctoral scholarship (2018-2019) at the USDA – Animal Parasitic Diseases Laboratory, USA, where he worked on the genetic characterization of Toxoplasma gondii isolates from different regions worldwide, utilizing mice bioassays, cell culture, PCR-RFLP, and whole genome sequencing under the mentorship of Dr. Jitender Dubey. Additionally, he has actively participated in professional training, completing 22 workshops through the Faculties and Leadership Development Program at Mansoura University, along with specialized training in Transmission Electron Microscopy (2010, Alexandria University), Molecular Genetics Approaches (2014, Cairo University), and Micro-imaging for scientific purposes (2016, SDSU, USA). With a diverse research background, advanced technical skills, and extensive international exposure, he seeks opportunities to contribute his expertise in parasitology, microbiology, and molecular biotechnology.

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

 He has had a distinguished academic career in Parasitology, progressing through various academic and research positions. He began as a Demonstrator of Parasitology at Mansoura University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Egypt (2004-2008), before being promoted to Assistant Lecturer (2008-2012) and later to Lecturer (2012-2017). His expertise and contributions to the field led to his appointment as an Associate Professor of Parasitology (2017-2022) at the same institution. Since 2022, he has been serving as a Professor of Parasitology at Mansoura University. In addition to his academic roles, he has undertaken multiple international research assignments as a Visiting Scientist, including at TIHO Hannover – Institute of Parasitology, Germany (2015), South Dakota State University (SDSU), USA (2016), and the USDA – Animal Parasitic Diseases Laboratory, USA (2018-2019). These experiences have significantly enriched his research expertise, particularly in molecular parasitology, diagnostics, and genetic characterization of parasites.

 

Meeting and Workshops

He has actively participated in numerous international scientific conferences and workshops, presenting his research findings in Parasitology. He delivered an oral presentation on the “Genetic diversity and population structure analysis of various Taenia multiceps isolates from definitive and intermediate hosts worldwide” at the British Society of Parasitology (BSP) online meeting held from March 21-25, 2022. He also attended the BSP online meeting in June 2021 and participated in a workshop titled “Virtual Veterinary Vaccines,” organized by Liverpool John Moores University, UK, in collaboration with Chiang Mai University, Thailand, on May 6-7, 2021. In March 2021, he presented a poster on the “Effect of four different preservatives on natural autofluorescence and lectin binding characteristics of trichostrongyle eggs” at the 29th annual online meeting of the German Society for Parasitology. Additionally, he presented a study on the “First report of gastrointestinal parasites of feral cats from Gharbia Governorate, Egypt” at the International Congress on Biological and Health Sciences, Turkey, in February 2021.

He also contributed to the 61st annual conference of the American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists, held in San Antonio, Texas, USA, from August 6-9, 2016, where he presented a poster on the “Simultaneous identification of Haemonchus, Teladorsagia, and Trichostrongylus eggs in goat and sheep fecal samples with three specific lectins.” Furthermore, he attended the 96th annual meeting of the South Dakota Academy of Science in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA, on April 8-9, 2016. He has also participated in the 9th International Scientific Conference at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, showcasing his commitment to advancing research in parasitology on both national and international platforms.

Publications

Kamal Ahmad Qureshi | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kamal Ahmad Qureshi | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

He is a member of prestigious professional organizations, including the American Society for Microbiology (Postdoctoral Membership: 200165352), the American Association for the Advancement of Science (Gold Member: 60484715), and the Saudi Commission for Health Specialists as a Microbiology Specialist (SCFHS: 14-R-A-0030780). His key skills encompass collaboration and teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving, effective communication of research findings, project management, and continuous learning in microbiology, biotechnology, and drug discovery.

Qassim University, College of Pharmacy, Saudi Arabia

Profile

Education

He holds a PhD in Microbial Biotechnology from Invertis University, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India (2018–2021). Prior to that, he completed an MPhil in Environmental Science with a microbiology-based research project from Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India (2014–2017). He also earned an MSc in Microbiology (2004–2007) and a BSc in Microbiology (2001–2004) from the same university.

CURRENT EMPLOYMENT

He is currently a full-time Lecturer cum Researcher at the College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia, a position he has held since February 2012. As an established researcher, he actively contributes to academic and scientific advancements in his field.

RESEARCH OUTPUT
• Peer-Reviewed Articles – Published
• Peer-Reviewed Articles – Under Revision/Review
• Total Number of Book Chapter – Published
49
03
01
• Total Number of Patent Filed 01
RESEARCH SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
• Supervising graduation research projects for PharmD students: 02-03 students/year: Principal
Supervisor
TEACHING MERITS
• Teaching Microbiology, Biotechnology, Immunology, and Molecular Biology to PharmD students.
• Enhancing teaching presentations and facilitating student learning through various learning modalities
and support materials.
• Fostering interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty members from other departments and evaluating
and revising course content to promote student-centered learning.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
• Best Researcher Award-1st Position (2022-2023): Unaizah College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Saudi
Arabia.
OTHER KEY ACADEMIC MERITS
• Academic Editor: PlosOne and Frontiers.
• Reviewer: Scientific Reports; Foods, Antibiotics, Molecules, Microorganisms, Plants, Biomass, Marine
Drug; Annals of Microbiology; Natural Product Communications; Cogent Medicine, Frontiers in
Microbiology, and Frontiers in Plant Sciences.
SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL IMPACT
• As the leader of a WhatsApp research group comprising around 300 members across various academic
levels in life sciences, I have actively promoted open science and research by facilitating the responsible
distribution of research material and datasets among members. In addition to utilizing our own research
output, we encourage the responsible use of others’ work within our group discussions.
REFEREES
• Dr. Dinesh K. Prajapati, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biosciences,
Invertis University, Bareilly, 243123, India, Email: dineshprajapati109@gmail.com, Phone: +91-
9454369931: PhD Supervisor.
• Dr. Pankaj K. Rai, Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biosciences, Invertis
University, Bareilly, 243123, India, Email: pankajraibhu@gmail.com, Phone: +91-7217011307: PhD
Supervisor.
• Prof. Mariusz Jaremko, Professor, Biological and Environmental Sciences and Engineering Division
(BESE), King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Thuwal, 23955-6900, Saudi
Arabia, Email: mariusz.jaremko@kaust.edu.sa, Phone: +48-696922325: Research Collaborator.

Publications

  • Comparative study of volatile oil constituents, anti-microbial properties, and antibiofilm activities in <i>Eucalyptus camaldulensis</i> and <i>Eucalyptus globulus</i> : insights from central Saudi Arabia

    Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants
    2024-03-12 | Journal article
    Part of ISSN: 0972-060X
    Part of ISSN: 0976-5026
  • Exploring nature’s hidden treasure: Unraveling the untapped phytochemical and pharmacological potentials of Clinopodium vulgare L. – A hidden gem in the Lamiaceae family

    Heliyon
    2024-01 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Kamal Ahmad Qureshi; Adil Parvez; Mohd Masih Uzzaman Khan; Ashok Aspatwar; Akhtar Atiya; Gamal Osman Elhassan; Riyaz Ahmed Khan; Shakkeela Yusuf Erattil Ahammed; Wasi Uzzaman Khan; Mariusz Jaremko
  • Brucellosis: epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment–a comprehensive review

    Annals of Medicine
    2023-12-12 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Kamal A. Qureshi; Adil Parvez; Nada A. Fahmy; Bassant H. Abdel Hady; Shweta Kumar; Anusmita Ganguly; Akhtar Atiya; Gamal O. Elhassan; Saeed O. Alfadly; Seppo Parkkila et al.
  • Microalgae: A promising source for biofuel production

    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology
    2023-10 | Journal article
    CONTRIBUTORS: Sakshi Tomar; Shruti Agarwal; Harshita Singh; Reetesh Kumar; Kamal A. Qureshi; Mariusz Jaremko; Abdul-Hamid Emwas; Pankaj Kumar Rai
  • Navigating bioactivity space in anti-tubercular drug discovery through the deployment of advanced machine learning models and cheminformatics tools: a molecular modeling based retrospective study

    Frontiers in Pharmacology
    2023-08-29 | Journal article
    Part of ISSN: 1663-9812
    CONTRIBUTORS: Ratul Bhowmik; Ajay Manaithiya; Bharti Vyas; Ranajit Nath; Kamal A. Qureshi; Seppo Parkkila; Ashok Aspatwar