Marjan Shariatpanahi | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr Marjan Shariatpanahi |  Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award 

Associate professor at Iran university of medical sciences,Iran

Dr. Marjan Shariatpanahi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the School of Pharmacy, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. With extensive experience in toxicology and pharmacology, Dr. Shariatpanahi has made significant contributions to research on neurodegenerative diseases and toxicology.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Shariatpanahi holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from Islamic Azad University, Tehran (2000-2006) with a thesis on thymidine phosphorylase and estrogen receptor alpha in colorectal cancer. She also earned a Ph.D. in Toxicology from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2009-2014), focusing on the effects of PKG on spatial memory deficits and markers of autophagy and apoptosis in rats.

Work Experience 🏥

Dr. Shariatpanahi has a diverse professional background. She has been the Head of the Pharmacology & Toxicology Department at Iran University of Medical Sciences since 2017. Her previous roles include Dean of the Educational Office (2020-2023), Head of Student and Cultural Affairs (2019-2020), and faculty member at the Neuroscience Research Center (2018-present). She has also worked as an Assistant Professor at both Iran University of Medical Sciences and Guilan University of Medical Sciences, and as a Responsible Pharmacist in various institutions.

Skills 🛠️

Dr. Shariatpanahi is proficient in various research techniques, including IHC, Western blot, ICC, in vivo studies, and behavioral tests for neurodegenerative diseases. Her expertise extends to TLC, spectrophotometry, SPSS, PRISM, ELISA, and gas chromatography. She is also skilled in using atomic absorption machines and Endnote.

Awards and Honors 🏅

Dr. Shariatpanahi has received several accolades, including being named the best professor at the Vosough Festival of IUMS (2023) and being recognized as a selected pharmacist (2022). She was also acknowledged as a top student in toxicology and pharmacy, receiving first ranks in board examinations and seminars.

Professional Memberships 🔗

Dr. Shariatpanahi is a member of the Iranian Association of Toxicology, the Iranian Medical Council, the Iranian Association of Pharmacists, the Iranian Probiotics Society, and the Talent Society of Tehran University.

Teaching Experience 📚

Dr. Shariatpanahi has taught a wide range of courses across various levels. For Ph.D. students, she covers basics of pharmacology. For Doctor of Pharmacy students, she teaches toxicology, pharmacology, clinical toxicology, and specialized pharmacy language. Her M.Sc. teaching includes environmental toxicology, forensic toxicology, and advanced research methods, while for B.Sc. students, she focuses on toxicology.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Shariatpanahi’s research interests include neuroscience, with a focus on autism, Alzheimer’s disease, memory, and Parkinson’s disease. She is also involved in toxicology, environmental toxicology, pharmacology, cell signaling, stem cell therapy, and the study of behavioral investigations on animals. Her work explores various markers and mechanisms in carcinogenesis, angiogenesis, and the protective and toxic effects of nanoparticles.

Conclusion

Dr. Marjan Shariatpanahi’s extensive qualifications, leadership roles, significant research contributions, and recognition in the field make him an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His achievements demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in pharmacology and toxicology, contributing valuable insights into neurodegenerative diseases, toxicology, and pharmacology.

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Amit Chougule | Cognitive Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Mr Amit Chougule | Cognitive Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

 

Researcher at Manentia AI, India

 

 

📚 Amit Chougule is a distinguished deep learning and AI researcher with a PhD from BITS Pilani, dedicated to advancing AI through cutting-edge research, algorithm development, and impactful industry contributions. He has over 3 years of expertise in AI and Computer Vision, having worked with esteemed organizations like Philips Research, Sony Research India, and Carleton University’s TrustCAV Research. Amit is proficient in Python and skilled in utilizing various libraries for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and machine learning. His experience includes designing end-to-end AI solutions and developing models for healthcare, autonomous vehicles, and more. 🚀🤖📊

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🎓 Education:

  • PhD in Computer Vision & AI, BITS Pilani, Pilani (2021-2024)
    • Thesis: Artificial Intelligence Enabled Vehicular Vision and Service Provisioning for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
    • Supervisors: Dr. Vinay Chamola, Dr. Pratik Narang & Prof. F. Richard Yu (IEEE Fellow)
  • M.Tech in Big Data & IoT, PES University, Bengaluru (2018-2020)
    • Specializations: IoT, Cloud Computing, Big Data & Cyber Security
  • B.Tech in Computer Engineering, Shivaji University (2013-2017)
    • Focus Areas: Computer Algorithm, Data Structure, Computer Networks & Operating System

💼 Experience:

  • Visiting Researcher, Carleton University, Canada (Dec 2022 – June 2023)
    • Developed techniques for enhancing self-driving vehicles.
    • Analyzed the impact of abnormal weather on vision-based autonomous vehicle operations.
    • Introduced a computer vision-based attention model for reliable autonomous driving in adverse weather.
  • Computer Vision Intern (PhD), Sony Research (Oct 2022 – Nov 2022)
    • Innovated a computer vision model for diagnosing diseases using biomarkers.
    • Developed an advanced pipeline for predicting diseases based on anatomical biomarkers.
  • Machine Learning Engineer, AIvolved Technologies (Aug 2020 – Dec 2020)
    • Worked on object detection, tracking, pose estimation, and web scraping for applications like gait analysis and traffic analysis.
  • Computer Vision Intern, Philips Healthcare Research (July 2019 – July 2020)
    • Conducted research on ultrasound medical imaging.
    • Developed an Anatomical Intelligent Fetal Heart Ultrasound Scanning technique.
    • Implemented an AI model for precise estimation of fetal femur length.

🔧 Skills:

  • Programming Languages: C, C++, JAVA, Python, SQL
  • Machine Learning Frameworks: PyTorch, Keras, TensorFlow
  • CI/CD Tools: Git
  • MLOps Frameworks and Tools: Docker, Kubernetes
  • Data Pipelines and Analytics Tools: Apache Spark, PySpark
  • Image Processing: OpenCV, Matplotlib, Scikit-image, SciPy, Pillow
  • Generative AI: Autoencoders, GANs, Diffusion Models
  • Computer Vision Domains: Image Classification, Object Detection, Object Tracking, Segmentation, Pose Estimation, Computational Geometry, Image Generation
  • Medical Imaging Tools: ImageJ, 3D Slicer, OsiriX, SimpleITK, ITK-SNAP, RadiAnt DICOM
  • Hardware: Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Nvidia Jetson Nano

🏆 Awards and Honors:

  1. Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) Specialization by Coursera
  2. Deep Learning with Numpy by Udemy
  3. Getting Started with AWS Machine Learning by Amazon (Coursera)
  4. Computer Vision Basics by University at Buffalo and The State University of New York (Coursera)
  5. Digital Image Processing with OpenCV in Python by GEO University
  6. Data Science with Python by Pluralsight
  7. Pandas Foundations by Datacamp
  8. Python (Advanced Level) by HackerRank

🔬 Research Focus:

Amit Chougule is dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence through cutting-edge research, innovative algorithm development, and impactful industry contributions. He focuses on:

  • Deep Learning Technology: Solving complex real-world problems and driving societal impact.
  • Computer Vision: Enhancing autonomous vehicle capabilities, especially in adverse weather conditions.
  • Medical Imaging: Developing AI models for accurate disease diagnosis and fetal growth prediction.
  • AI Solutions: Designing end-to-end AI solutions, from data pipeline architecture to model deployment.

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