Imen Bouzouita | microbiology | Women Researcher Award

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Imen Bouzouita | microbiology | Women Researcher Award

Abderahman Mami pneumology hospital | Tunisia

Dr. Imen Bouzouita is a researcher in medical microbiology affiliated with the National Reference Laboratory for Mycobacteria at A. Mami Pneumology Hospital in Ariana, Tunisia, and the University of Tunis El Manar. Her work focuses on mycobacterial research and laboratory diagnostics, contributing to the understanding and control of tuberculosis and other mycobacterial diseases through applied clinical and academic research.

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Ibrahim Abbas | Biology | Best Researcher Award

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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

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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
    DOI: 10.1080/0972060x.2024.2324343
    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
    DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24781
    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
    DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2023.2295398
    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
    DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2023.102877
    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
    DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1265573
    Part of ISSN: 1663-9812
    CONTRIBUTORS: Ratul Bhowmik; Ajay Manaithiya; Bharti Vyas; Ranajit Nath; Kamal A. Qureshi; Seppo Parkkila; Ashok Aspatwar