Acacio Salamandane | Engenharia Alimentar | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Acacio Salamandane |Engenharia Alimentar| Best Researcher Award

Mr at Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal

Acácio Salamandane é um engenheiro alimentar e agrónomo com vasta experiência académica e profissional. Atualmente, é doutorando em Engenharia Alimentar no Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa. Tem uma pós-graduação em One Health pela Universidade de Lisboa e um mestrado em Biologia Aplicada pela Universidade de Aveiro. Atuou como ponto focal na Universidade Lúrio, Moçambique, coordenando projetos de redução da desnutrição crónica. É também docente com experiência na orientação de projetos de pesquisa em resistência antimicrobiana e segurança alimentar. Apresentou trabalhos em diversos congressos científicos, destacando-se pela sua pesquisa sobre patógenos em alimentos de rua.

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📚 Percurso Académico e Profissional

🎓 Percurso Académico

🔹 Desde outubro de 2018: Aluno de Doutoramento em Engenharia Alimentar no Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal
🔹 2023 — 2024: Pós-graduação em One Health – Saúde Humana, Saúde Animal, Saúde Ambiental no Instituto de Saúde Ambiental da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de Lisboa
🔹 2011 — 2013: Mestrado em Biologia Aplicada – Departamento de Biologia, Universidade de Aveiro, Portugal
🔹 2005 — 2010: Licenciatura em Engenharia Agronómica na Faculdade de Agronomia e Engenharia Florestal da Universidade Eduardo Mondlane, Maputo, Moçambique

💼 Percurso Profissional

🔹 2015 — 2021: Ponto focal na Universidade Lúrio, Nampula, Moçambique. Implementação do Plano de Acção Multissectorial para a Redução da Desnutrição Crónica em Moçambique. Programa financiado pela Agência Dinamarquesa para Cooperação e Desenvolvimento (DANIDA), subprojecto 134DanidaNut.
🔹 2015 — 2018: Docente na categoria de assistente, Faculdade de Ciências de Saúde, Universidade Lúrio, Nampula, Moçambique
🔹 2010 — 2015: Docente na categoria de assistente estagiário na Faculdade de Ciências Agrarias, Universidade Lúrio

🎓 Comunicação em Congresso Científico

Acácio Salamandane, Jussara Correia, Belo Muetanene, Madalena dos Santos, Manuel Malfeito-Ferreira, Luísa Brito. 2023. “Foodborne Staphylococcus biofilms are resistant to methicillin.” (Poster) Encontro com Ciência 23, Lisboa. Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia. Acácio Salamandane, Manuel Malfeito-Ferreira, Luísa Brito. 2022. “The public health risk of street food and street water consumed in Maputo, Mozambique.” (Poster) 1st International Congress on Food, Nutrition & Public Health – Towards a sustainable future (ICFNH 2022), Lisboa. Acácio Salamandane, Manuel Malfeito-Ferreira, Luísa Brito. 2022. “Resistência a antibióticos em bactérias isoladas de águas e alimentos de rua (street food) em Maputo, Moçambique.” (Comunicação oral) Primeiro Encontro Regional Norte de Ciência e Indústrias Agroalimentares, Nampula, Moçambique. Acácio Salamandane, Suse Alves, Lélia Chambel, Manuel Malfeito-Ferreira, Luísa Brito. 2022. “Characterization of Escherichia coli from water and food sold on the streets of Maputo: Molecular typing, virulence genes and antibiotic resistance.” (Poster) Encontro com Ciência 22, Lisboa. Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia. Acácio Salamandane, Ana Carla Silva, Manuel Malfeito-Ferreira, Luísa Brito. 2021. “Microbiological analysis of food and water marketed on the streets of Maputo, Mozambique.” (Poster) II Conferência NOVAsaúde Nutrition, “Poluentes ambientais, alimentos e impacto na saúde – lições para o futuro.” Faculdade de Ciências Médicas | NOVA Medical School, Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Portugal. Acácio Salamandane, Jéssica Oliveira, Manuel Malfeito-Ferreira, Luísa Brito. 2021. “Enterotoxin encoding genes and antibiotic resistance found in coagulase positive and coagulase negative Staphylococcus isolates from RTE street food sold in Maputo, Mozambique.” (Poster) Dare2Change, international conference, Porto, Portugal. Salamandane, A; Salamandane, C; Lobo, M. L; Matos, O; Malfeito-Ferreira, M. 2019. “Microbial pathogens in domestic environments: incidence and prevention measures.” (Comunicação oral) Third Cook & Health conference 2019. Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics, Portugal

📄 Orientação de Trabalhos de Culminação de Curso

Avaliação do perfil de resistência a antibióticos e ocorrência de genes de virulência em bactérias isoladas de queijo de leite cru de ovelha. Carolina Maria Lopes da Silva. Projeto em Biologia, Licenciatura em Biologia, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, 2022 (orientação em conjunto com a Professora Luísa Brito).  Comparação de métodos de avaliação da capacidade de formação de biofilme de isolados de Staphylococcus spp. Madalena Lucas dos Santos. Projeto em Biologia, Licenciatura em Biologia, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, 2022 (orientação em conjunto com a Professora Luísa Brito).  Perfil bacteriano e resistência a antibióticos de E. coli isolados em alimentos de rua prontos a comer em Maputo, Moçambique. Filipa Vila Boa. Projeto em Biologia, Licenciatura em Biologia, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, 2021 (orientação em conjunto com a Professora Luísa Brito).  Staphylococcus de origem alimentar: Pesquisa de genes virulentos e perfis de resistência antimicrobiana. Miguel de Jesus Gomes Coelho. Projeto em Biologia, Licenciatura em Biologia, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, 2021 (orientação em conjunto com a Professora Luísa Brito). Vibrio spp.: Patogenicidade, epidemiologia e identificação. Sara Maria Jesus Teixeira. Projeto em Biologia, Licenciatura em Biologia, Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, 2020 (orientação em conjunto com a Professora Luísa Brito).  Avaliação de seis inoculantes microbianos no rendimento da cultura de soja (Glycine max L.). Yacub Faraje. Trabalho de culminação de curso, Licenciatura em Desenvolvimento Rural, Faculdade de Ciências Agrarias, Universidade Lúrio, 2015.  Avaliação da aplicação do esterco bovino na produtividade do feijão vulgar. Marinela da Caridade Manuel. Trabalho de culminação de curso, Licenciatura em Desenvolvimento Rural, Faculdade de Ciências Agrarias, Universidade Lúrio, 2015. Avaliação do impacto da degradação das pastagens naturais na localidade de Munhiba no distrito de Mocuba. Leandro Mavie. Trabalho de culminação de curso, Licenciatura em Desenvolvimento Rural, Faculdade de Ciências Agrarias, Universidade Lúrio, 2014

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Title: Microbiological assessment of street foods at the point of sale in Maputo (Mozambique)
    • Authors: A Salamandane, AC Silva, L Brito, M Malfeito-Ferreira
    • Year: 2021

 

  1. Title: High fecal contamination and high levels of antibiotic-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in water consumed in the city of Maputo, Mozambique
    • Authors: A Salamandane, F Vila-Boa, M Malfeito-Ferreira, L Brito
    • Year: 2021

 

  1. Title: Characterization of Escherichia coli from Water and Food Sold on the Streets of Maputo: Molecular Typing, Virulence Genes, and Antibiotic Resistance
    • Authors: A Salamandane, S Alves, L Chambel, M Malfeito-Ferreira, L Brito
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Title: Enterotoxin- and Antibiotic-Resistance-Encoding Genes Are Present in Both Coagulase-Positive and Coagulase-Negative Foodborne Staphylococcus Strains
    • Authors: A Salamandane, J Oliveira, M Coelho, B Ramos, MV Cunha, …
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Title: A high level of antibiotic resistance in Klebsiella and Aeromonas isolates from street water sold in Mozambique, associated with the prevalence of extended …
    • Authors: A Salamandane, M Malfeito-Ferreira, L Brito
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Title: The socioeconomic factors of street food vending in developing countries and its implications for public health: a systematic review
    • Authors: A Salamandane, M Malfeito-Ferreira, L Brito
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Title: Methicillin Resistance of Food-Borne Biofilm-Forming Staphylococci
    • Authors: A Salamandane, J Correia, BA Muetanene, M dos Santos, …
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Title: Application of Chicken Manure and Organic Compost to Produce Onion (Allium cepa L.) and Turnip (Brassica rapa L.) in Greenhouse
    • Authors: A Salamandane, BA Muetanene, F Ismael, P Vintuar
    • Year: 2022

 

  1. Title: Performance evaluation of organic fertilizers for onion (Allium cepa L.) and Turnip (Brassica rapa L.) Imp
    • Authors: AR Salamandane, BA Muetanene, AAP Cuiana
    • Year: 2016

 

  1. Title: Multidrug Resistance in Enterococci Isolated from Cheese and Capable of Producing Benzalkonium Chloride-Resistant Biofilms
    • Authors: A Salamandane, G Cahango, BA Muetanene, M Malfeito-Ferreira, L Brito
    • Year: 2023

 

 

 

Sathiyaraj Srinivasan | Biodiversity Conservation | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Sathiyaraj Srinivasan ‌ |Biodiversity Conservation| Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr at Seoul Women’s University, South Korea

Experienced Chemical Engineering professional with a strong academic foundation and diverse research background, specializing in cutting-edge chemical processes and materials. Educated in the United Kingdom, I have developed a robust understanding of chemical engineering principles, complemented by hands-on experience in both academic and industrial settings. My expertise includes process optimization, materials science, and sustainable engineering solutions. As a proactive and innovative thinker, I am committed to advancing chemical engineering through research and development, fostering collaborative projects, and contributing to the advancement of sustainable and efficient chemical processes.

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💼Employment History

Associate Professor Seoul Women’s University, Seoul March 1, 2018 – Present Department of Bioenvironmental Engineering and Bioinformatics Assistant Professor Seoul Women’s University, Seoul March 1, 2013 – February 28, 2018. Post-Doctorate Kyonggi University, Suwon, South Korea March 1, 2011 – February 28, 2013 Department of Bioenvironmental Engineering. Post-Doctorate Seoul Women’s University, Seoul, South Korea March 1, 2020 – October 29, 2011

🛠️Skills

  • Creative Mindset
  • Classroom Management
  • Collaboration with Other Scientists

🎓Education

Doctor of Philosophy Kyung Hee University, Suwon, South Korea Department of Oriental Medicinal Materials and Processing September 2006 to February 2010.

🔬Research Experience

Research Projects:

2020-2023: Monitoring of soil bacterial community change after exposure to plasma (Researcher). 2019-2023: Unexplored biological classification for graduate student project (co-PI). 2018-2020: Comparative transcriptomics of radiation-resistant bacteria Spirosoma montaniterre (Researcher). 2015-2020: Acquisition and characterization of Extremophiles (Researcher). 2017-2019: New hybrid NGS method to study the whole metagenome of soil exposed to gamma-ray (PI). 2016-2017: Acquisition and characterization of indigenous microbial resources in coastal sediment soil (Researcher). 2012-2013: Development of technology for early stabilization of burial sites for livestock killing (Researcher). 2012-2013: Development of complex treatment and purification technology for distributed DNAPL contaminated areas (Researcher). 2010-2012: Development of water-permeable reactive wall technology using nano-sized adsorbent for oil pollution purification (Researcher)

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Title: Acclimation of hydrogen peroxide enhances salt tolerance by activating defense-related proteins in Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer
    • Authors: G Sathiyaraj, S Srinivasan, YJ Kim, OR Lee, S Parvin, SRD Balusamy, …
    • Year: 2014

 

  1. Title: Deinococcus daejeonensis sp. nov., isolated from sludge in a sewage disposal plant
    • Authors: S Srinivasan, MK Kim, S Lim, M Joe, M Lee
    • Year: 2012

 

  1. Title: Deinococcus humi sp. nov., isolated from soil
    • Authors: S Srinivasan, JJ Lee, S Lim, M Joe, MK Kim
    • Year: 2012

 

  1. Title: Lysobacter soli sp. nov., isolated from soil of a ginseng field
    • Authors: S Srinivasan, MK Kim, G Sathiyaraj, HB Kim, YJ Kim, DC Yang
    • Year: 2010

 

  1. Title: Complete genome sequence of Deinococcus swuensis, a bacterium resistant to radiation toxicity
    • Authors: MK Kim, S Srinivasan, CG Back, ES Joo, SY Lee, HY Jung
    • Year: 2015

 

  1. Title: Polygalacturonase inhibiting protein: isolation, developmental regulation and pathogen related expression in Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer
    • Authors: G Sathiyaraj, S Srinivasan, S Subramanium, YJ Kim, YJ Kim, WS Kwon, …
    • Year: 2010

 

  1. Title: Stenotrophomonas ginsengisoli sp. nov., isolated from a ginseng field
    • Authors: HB Kim, S Srinivasan, G Sathiyaraj, LH Quan, SH Kim, TPN Bui, Z Liang, …
    • Year: 2010

 

  1. Title: Hymenobacter swuensis sp. nov., a Gamma-Radiation-Resistant Bacteria Isolated from Mountain Soil
    • Authors: JJ Lee, S Srinivasan, S Lim, M Joe, SH Lee, SA Kwon, YJ Kwon, J Lee, …
    • Year: 2014

 

  1. Title: Metagenomic analysis of airborne bacterial community and diversity in Seoul, Korea, during December 2014, Asian dust event
    • Authors: S Cha, S Srinivasan, JH Jang, D Lee, S Lim, KS Kim, W Jheong, DW Lee, …
    • Year: 2017

 

  1. Title: Spirosoma radiotolerans sp. nov., a Gamma-Radiation-Resistant Bacterium Isolated from Gamma Ray-Irradiated Soil
    • Authors: JJ Lee, S Srinivasan, S Lim, M Joe, S Im, SI Bae, KR Park, JH Han, …
    • Year: 2014

 

Pola Oppenheimer | Chemical Engineering | FutureLeaders Research Achievement Award

Prof. Pola Oppenheimer ‌ |Chemical Engineering|  FutureLeaders Research Achievement Award

Prof at Chemical Engineering, United Kingdom

I am a dedicated Chemical Engineering professional with a robust educational foundation from the United Kingdom. My expertise spans various aspects of chemical engineering, including process design, optimization, and safety. I have a strong track record of contributing to innovative projects and research initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to advancing the field. My practical experience is complemented by excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail, allowing me to effectively address complex engineering challenges. I am passionate about leveraging my knowledge and skills to drive sustainable and efficient engineering solutions.

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🎓 Education Background

Sept. 2015 – Sep. 2018: Ph.D., Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Sept. 2013 – Sep. 2015: Master, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Sept. 2008 – Jun. 2013: Bachelor of Medicine, Jining Medical College, Sept. 2005 – Jun. 2008: Qingdao No.2 Middle School

🎓 Education Background

2008-2012: PhD in Physics, University of Cambridge with Springer Award for Recognition of Scientific Excellence, Cavendish Laboratories, Churchill College, Cambridge, UK. 2006-2008: MPhil in Nanotechnology and Engineering, Ben-Gurion University (1st Class Honours). 2002-2006: BSc in Chemistry, Ben-Gurion University (1st Class Honours). 2002-2006: BSc in Chemical Engineering, Ben-Gurion University, Israel (1st Class Honours). 2016: Medici Enterprise Training Programme, Enterprise Acceleration and Translation, UK. 2015: Masters in Learning and Teaching, Higher Education Academy, UK. 2013: Masters in Leadership and Management, Level 3, Institute of Leadership, Cambridge

💼 Career to Date

2021-Curre0 Comments in moderationnt: Professor in Microengineering and Bionanotechnology, School of Chemical Engineering. 2018-2021: Reader in Microengineering and Bionanotechnology, School of Chemical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies Institute, University of Birmingham, UK. 2016-2021: Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellow, London, UK. 2013-2018: Birmingham Fellow, School of Chemical Engineering, University of Birmingham, UK. 2012-2013: Research Fellow, Department of Electrical Engineering, Centre of Advanced Photonics and Electronics (CAPE), University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK. 2022-Current: Director of Engineering and Physical Science College Graduate School, University of Birmingham, UK

🏅 Honors, Awards, and Evidence of Esteem

2023: Achievement Medal in Biomedical Engineering Finalist, Institute of Engineering and Technology, UK. 2022: British Biophysical Society Louise Johnson Award and Medal, UK. 2022: Cover Story on the World’s Leaders Magazine in the yearly special edition of the ‘Most Influential Women in Tech’ around the world. 2021: Royal Society of Chemistry Beilby Medal and Prize, Materials Chemistry Division, RSC, UK. 2020: Case Study Commissioned by the Royal Academy of Engineering, London, UK. 2020: News Releases: ‘New Device for Detecting Traumatic Brain Injury ‘On the Spot’. 2020: TechWomen100 National Award for senior influential women across UK in Technology and Industry. 2020: ISSF for EPSRC Case Study, Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, UK. 2019: Honoured in the ‘Birmingham Heroes’ in Healthcare Technologies Campaign, UK. 2019: International Women in Engineering Honour – ‘Transforming the Future of Science and Engineering’, UK. 2018: All Party Parliamentary Engineering Group – House of Lords, London. Invited as envoy at the discussion, hosted by Professor the Lord Broers, regarding the Government’s Year of Engineering campaign to discuss ways we are tackling the engineering skills gap and to help widen the pool of young people who join the profession. Stephen Metcalfe MP, Government Ambassador for the Year of Engineering, discussed why the sector is of such vital importance. 2017: ‘Voice of the Future’, House of Commons Science & Technology Award, Parliament, London, Representing the Royal Academy of Engineering at session of the government Ministers of State for Research and Innovation, pitching questions to the Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, J. Johnson, MP. 2016: BBC1 News Release: ‘A breakthrough blood test for brain injuries’ & BBC 95.6FM Radio Interview. 2016: Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowship for outstanding early-career researchers. 2015: Leading Female Scientists in Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK. News release on research work: ‘’Nanotechnology and Developing Novel Nano-Detection Devices’’. 2014: National Public Engagement Award: ‘Soapbox Science’, L’OREAL-UNESCO, London. A hub of scientific discussion displaying science to the public, aimed to help eliminate gender inequality in science.. 2013: Prestigious Birmingham Fellowship, University of Birmingham, UK. 2013: Award in Leadership and Management, University of Cambridge. Awarded by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge as a recognition of excellent leadership and management skills. 2013: Springer Award for Excellence Switzerland. Recognising outstanding scientific excellence. 2012: University of Cambridge Annual Reports Cover. The high-impact research was chosen to illustrate the cover titled ‘‘We All Fall Over Sometimes’’ of the University of Cambridge Annual Reports. 2011: Carl-Zeiss Imaging Award. Highlighted in the Der Spiegel and Mail Online for quirky images, which provide a visual insight into the ways in which science makes a vital contribution to our lives, interviewed on the Research News and media exposure on many websites as well as Cambridge News daily newspapers. 2011: Kodak Ltd. Young Materials Scientist Award, UK. 2009: Cambridge Overseas Trust Scholarship, University of Cambridge, UK. 2008: Graduation Award in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Israel Science Foundation. 2007: Chemical Engineering Excellence Award, Teva Industries Ltd.. 2005: Dr. Adiel Litan Undergraduate Scholarship and Prize in Chemistry. 2004: Makhtesh

💼 Research/Work Experience

July 2022 – Present: Attending Doctor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. Nov. 2018 – June 2021: Resident, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. June 2016 – June 2017: Visiting Scholar, Griffith University, Australia

🏆 Scholarships and Awards

2023: Young Teachers English Teaching Competition, Second Prize, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University 2021: The First “Guangzhi Cup” English Teaching Competition in Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Third Prize July 2013: Excellent Graduate of Shandong Province Oct. 2009: National Scholarship

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Xuji Jiang, Chuanli Feng, Wanying Sun, Teng Zhang*, Baoxia Cui. “The top 100 most cited articles on fertility-sparing treatments for cervical cancer: A bibliometric analysis.” Heliyon, 10(11), 2024.

 

  1. Zhonghao Mao, Bingyu Wang, Teng Zhang, Baoxia Cui*. “The roles of m6A methylation in cervical cancer: functions, molecular mechanisms, and clinical applications.” Cell Death and Disease, 2023, 14(734).

 

  1. Teng Zhang, Jun Jiao, Xinlin Jiao, Lu Zhao, Xinli Tian, Qing Zhang, Daoxin Ma, Baoxia Cui*. “Aberrant frequency of TNFR2+ Treg and related cytokines in patients with CIN and cervical cancer.” Oncotarget, 2017, 9(4).

 

  1. Bingyu Wang, Zhonghao Mao, Jinwen Ye, Xinlin Jiao, Teng Zhang, Qi Wang, Sai Han, Youzhong Zhang, Chunling Wang, Taotao Dong, Baoxia Cui. “Glycolysis Induced by METTL14 Is Essential for Macrophage Phagocytosis and Phenotype in Cervical Cancer.” The Journal of Immunology, 2024, 15(212).

 

  1. Zhang W, Tian X, Mumtahana F, Jiao J, Zhang T, Croce K.D., Cui B*. “The existence of Th22, pure Th17 and Th1 cells in CIN and Cervical Cancer along with their frequency variation in different stages of cervical cancer.” BMC Cancer, 2015, 15,717.

 

  1. Jun Jiao, Teng Zhang, Xinlin Jiao, Tingting Huang, Lu Zhao, Daoxin Ma, Baoxia Cui*. “hsa_circ_0000745 promotes cervical cancer by increasing cell proliferation, migration, and invasion.” J Cell Physiol, 2019, 1-9.

 

  1. Xinlin Jiao, Siying Zhang, Jun Jiao, Teng Zhang, Wenjie Qu, Guy Mutangala Muloye, Beihua Kong, Qing Zhang, Baoxia Cui*. “Promoter methylation of SEPT9 as a potential biomarker for early detection of cervical cancer and its overexpression predicts radioresistance.” Clin Epigenetics, 2019, 11(120).

 

 

Teng Zhang | Gynecologic Oncology | Young Scientist Award

Ms. ‌Teng Zhang |Gynecologic Oncology |Young Scientist Award 

Ms at Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, China

Ms. Teng Zhang is an accomplished Attending Doctor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. With a Ph.D. and Master’s degree from Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, and a Bachelor’s degree from Jining Medical College, Ms. Zhang has extensive experience in clinical practice and research. Notable achievements include publications on cervical cancer in high-impact journals and awards in English teaching competitions. Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on fertility-sparing treatments, m6A methylation, and immune cell variations in cervical cancer, underscoring a strong commitment to advancing women’s health.

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🎓 Education Background

Sept. 2015 – Sep. 2018: Ph.D., Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University. Sept. 2013 – Sep. 2015: Master, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University. Sept. 2008 – Jun. 2013: Bachelor of Medicine, Jining Medical College. Sept. 2005 – Jun. 2008: Qingdao No.2 Middle School

💼 Research/Work Experience

July 2022 – Present: Attending Doctor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. Nov. 2018 – June 2021: Resident, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. June 2016 – June 2017: Visiting Scholar, Griffith University, Australia

🏆 Scholarships and Awards

2023: Young Teachers English Teaching Competition, Second Prize, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, 2021: The First “Guangzhi Cup” English Teaching Competition in Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Third Prize, July 2013: Excellent Graduate of Shandong Province, Oct. 2009: National Scholarship

Publications Top Notes 📝

  • Xuji Jiang, Chuanli Feng, Wanying Sun, Teng Zhang*, Baoxia Cui. “The top 100 most cited articles on fertility-sparing treatments for cervical cancer: A bibliometric analysis.” Heliyon, 10(11), 2024.

 

  • Zhonghao Mao, Bingyu Wang, Teng Zhang, Baoxia Cui*. “The roles of m6A methylation in cervical cancer: functions, molecular mechanisms, and clinical applications.” Cell Death and Disease, 2023, 14(734).

 

  • Teng Zhang, Jun Jiao, Xinlin Jiao, Lu Zhao, Xinli Tian, Qing Zhang, Daoxin Ma, Baoxia Cui*. “Aberrant frequency of TNFR2+ Treg and related cytokines in patients with CIN and cervical cancer.” Oncotarget, 2017, 9(4).

 

  • Bingyu Wang, Zhonghao Mao, Jinwen Ye, Xinlin Jiao, Teng Zhang, Qi Wang, Sai Han, Youzhong Zhang, Chunling Wang, Taotao Dong, Baoxia Cui. “Glycolysis Induced by METTL14 Is Essential for Macrophage Phagocytosis and Phenotype in Cervical Cancer.” The Journal of Immunology, 2024, 15(212).

 

  • Zhang W, Tian X, Mumtahana F, Jiao J, Zhang T, Croce K.D., Cui B*. “The existence of Th22, pure Th17 and Th1 cells in CIN and Cervical Cancer along with their frequency variation in different stages of cervical cancer.” BMC Cancer, 2015, 15,717.

 

  • Jun Jiao, Teng Zhang, Xinlin Jiao, Tingting Huang, Lu Zhao, Daoxin Ma, Baoxia Cui*. “hsa_circ_0000745 promotes cervical cancer by increasing cell proliferation, migration, and invasion.” J Cell Physiol, 2019, 1-9.

 

  • Xinlin Jiao, Siying Zhang, Jun Jiao, Teng Zhang, Wenjie Qu, Guy Mutangala Muloye, Beihua Kong, Qing Zhang, Baoxia Cui*. “Promoter methylation of SEPT9 as a potential biomarker for early detection of cervical cancer and its overexpression predicts radioresistance.” Clin Epigenetics, 2019, 11(120).

 

 

Nadin Younes | Infectious disease | Young Scientist Award

Mrs. ‌Nadin Younes |Infectious disease|Young Scientist Award 

Mrs at Qatar university, Qatar

Mrs. Nadin Younes is a dedicated biomedical scientist with a Ph.D. in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences from Qatar University. Her research focuses on developing low-cost lateral flow assays for rapid detection of foodborne viruses. With a strong academic background, including an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Biomedical Sciences, she has significant experience as a Research Associate and Graduate Assistant at Qatar University. Mrs. Nadin Younes has received numerous awards, including the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talents Award. Her expertise spans clinical laboratory methods, gene and protein expression analysis, and technical proficiency in various analytical instruments.

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Education 🎓

June 2025 Qatar University – College of Health Sciences, PhD in Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, GPA: 3.75/4.00, Dissertation Title: Development of Low-Cost Lateral Flow Assay Platform for Rapid Point-of-Care Detection of Foodborne Viruses in Qatar. June 2019 Qatar University – College of Health Sciences, M.Sc in Biomedical Sciences, GPA: 3.70/4.00, Dissertation Title: Genome Wide Association Study of Low Bone Mineral Density in The Qatari population. June 2017  Qatar University – College of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Science, Major in Biomedical Sciences, NAACLS Accreditation, GPA: 3.22/4.00, Thesis: The Effect of Combined Iron Chelation Therapy on Iron Overloaded Zebrafish Embryos

💼 Work Experiences

Sep 2019 – Present 🔬 Research Associate in the Biomedical Research Center – Qatar University. Sep 2017 – Jun 2019
🧪 Graduate Assistant in Biomedical Science Department, College of Health Sciences, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar.  Jun 2017 – Sep 2017
🔬 Research Assistant in the Biomedical Research Center – Qatar University. April 2017 – Jun 2017 🏥 Internship in the Anti-Doping Lab (Aspire): Protein Engineering, Vascular Section, Imaging Section, Molecular Biology, Tissue Culture & Physiology Section. Sep 2016 – Jan 2017
🏥 Clinical Practice in Hamad Medical Corporation: Chemistry, Endocrinology, Special Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Parasitology, Immunology, Virology, Hematology, Special Coagulation & Blood Bank

🏆 Certifications & Awards

2023  Graduate Research Award – Qatar University.  First Place in the 10th Annual Contest for Innovation and Entrepreneurship – Qatar University.  L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talents Award 2021 Graduate Sponsorship Research Award (QNRF) 2020. .CITI Program Certification, Working with Animals in Biomedical Research – Refresher Course, Animal Biosafety, Working with Fish in Research Settings, Working with Zebrafish (Danio Rerio) in Research Settings 2019  Honor List of Postgraduate Students for Outstanding Research  Renewal of the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board for Registry – Medical Laboratory Scientist2018  1st Place Winner for Poster Presentation in the 3rd Annual Health Research Symposium2017  MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) ASCP Certification from University of South Florida2016  Certificate of Attending Continuing Professional Development Workshop  Certificate of Completion/Basic Life Support/AED – European Resuscitation Council2014 & 2016  Certificate of Academic Excellence in Recognition of Being on the Science Dean’s List

📊 Selected Poster Presentations & Conferences

2023  Medlab Middle East | Medical Expo & Conference | Dubai Poster Presentation in 7th QU Health Annual Research Symposium. 2022 Poster Presentation in QU Annual Research Forum & Exhibition. 2018 Poster Presentation in QU Annual Research Forum & Exhibition Poster Presentation in 3rd Annual Health Research Symposium. 2017 Poster Presentation in the British Society for Hematology, 57th Annual Scientific Meeting 2017 (BSH 2017), Brighton Centre. 2016 Oral Presentation in the World Undergraduate Congress Research, (WUCR), Qatar University Poster Presentation in the First Annual Health Research Retreat, Qatar University.

🧠 Skills and Qualifications

Research Skills
🔬 Performing Laboratory Tests and Producing Reliable and Precise Data 🔬 Analysis Instruments: Fluorescence Microscopy, Bio-Teck Citation 5, Viewpoint Zebrabox – High Throughput Screening, Zeiss SteREO Discovery V8 Microscope 🔬 Gene and Protein Expression Analysis
🔬 Knowledge and Experience in Clinical Laboratory Methods in Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Blood Bank, Virology, Microbiology, and Immunology

💻 Technical Skills

Ability to Produce Systematic Reviews Using Databases Such as PubMed, NCBI, and RCSB. Following and Ensuring Strict Safety Procedures and Safety Checks. Specimen Handling with Care and Minimizing Sample Retakes. Performing Clinical Laboratory Tests, Calculating Test Records, and Measuring Prescribed Quantities of Samples. Managing Clinical and Research Laboratory Resources

💻 Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Tools, GraphPad Prism, SPSS Statistics Software, MATLAB, Image-J, Photoshop, Cerner

Publications Top Notes 📝

  • Potential adverse effects of resveratrol: A literature review:
    • Authors: A Shaito, AM Posadino, N Younes, H Hasan, S Halabi, D Alhababi, et al.
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2020, 21(6), 2084.
  • Challenges in laboratory diagnosis of the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2:
    • Authors: N Younes, DW Al-Sadeq, H Al-Jighefee, S Younes, O Al-Jamal, HI Daas, et al.
    • Journal: Viruses, 2020, 12(6), 582.
  • Synthesis, bioapplications, and toxicity evaluation of chitosan-based nanoparticles:
    • Authors: BR Rizeq, NN Younes, K Rasool, GK Nasrallah.
    • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2019, 20(22), 5776.
  • Using zebrafish for investigating the molecular mechanisms of drug-induced cardiotoxicity:
    • Authors: ZZ Zakaria, FM Benslimane, GK Nasrallah, S Shurbaji, NN Younes, et al.
    • Journal: BioMed Research International, 2018.
  • Immune modulatory effects of vitamin D on viral infections:
    • Authors: M Siddiqui, JS Manansala, HA Abdulrahman, GK Nasrallah, MK Smatti, et al.
    • Journal: Nutrients, 2020, 12(9), 2879.
  • “Green” ZnO-interlinked chitosan nanoparticles for the efficient inhibition of sulfate-reducing bacteria in inject seawater:
    • Authors: K Rasool, GK Nasrallah, N Younes, RP Pandey, P Abdul Rasheed, et al.
    • Journal: ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, 2018, 6(3), 3896-3906.
  • Plasmonic MXene-based nanocomposites exhibiting photothermal therapeutic effects with lower acute toxicity than pure MXene:
    • Authors: EA Hussein, MM Zagho, BR Rizeq, NN Younes, G Pintus, KA Mahmoud, et al.
    • Journal: International Journal of Nanomedicine, 2019.
  • Dysregulation of signaling pathways due to differentially expressed genes from the B-cell transcriptomes of systemic lupus erythematosus patients – a bioinformatics approach:
    • Authors: S Udhaya Kumar, D Thirumal Kumar, R Siva, C George Priya Doss, et al.
    • Journal: Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 2020, 8, 276.
  • Toxicity evaluation of selected ionic liquid compounds on embryonic development of Zebrafish:
    • Authors: N Younes, R Salem, M Al-Asmakh, T Altamash, G Pintus, M Khraisheh, et al.
    • Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 2018, 161, 17-24.
  • The current status of cytomegalovirus (CMV) prevalence in the MENA region: a systematic review:
    • Authors: H Al Mana, HM Yassine, NN Younes, A Al-Mohannadi, DW Al-Sadeq, et al.
    • Journal: Pathogens, 2019, 8(4), 213.

 

 

Sonia Siwatch | Nanomaterials | Women Researcher Award

Dr. ‌Sonia Siwatch |Nanomaterials| Women Researcher Award

Dr at Sonia Siwatch DST New Delhi, India

Dr. Sonia Siwatch is a skilled researcher in Material Science and Nanotechnology, holding a Ph.D. from Kurukshetra University, India. Her thesis focused on nanostructured metal oxide semiconductors for dye-sensitized solar cells. She earned her Master of Engineering in Electronics and Communication from NITTTR, Punjab University, and a Bachelor of Technology from Guru Jambheshwar University. Dr. Sonia Siwatch has attended numerous specialized workshops and courses and has received several honors, including the Women Scientist Scheme (WOS-A) award. Her research interests lie in nanomaterials synthesis, characterization, and clean energy technologies, aiming to advance sustainable solutions in these fields.

Profile

 

Academic Qualifications 🎓

Ph.D. in Electronic Science Department of Electronic Science, Kurukshetra University, Haryana, India Awarded in 2021 Thesis Title: “Study of Nanostructured Metal Oxide Semiconductor as Photoanode for Dye Sensitized Solar Cell”. Master of Engineering in Electronics and Communication Engineering NITTTR (National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research), Punjab University, Chandigarh, India Year of Completion: 2013 Percentage: 76.3%. Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering Guru Jambeshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana, India Percentage: 81.39% All India Senior School Certificate Examination CBSE Board, K V Hisar Cantt, Hisar, Haryana, India Percentage: 76.4%. All India Secondary School Examination CBSE Board, K V Hisar Cantt, Hisar, Haryana, India Percentage: 75.4%

Workshops/Short Term Courses Attended💼

 

Materials and Processes for Advanced Engineering Applications School of Materials Science and Technology, National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra Duration: 11-16, 2017Silicon PV Systems: Fundamentals, Design and Metrology (SPVW-2018)CSIR-National Physical Laboratory Duration: 10-14 September 2018Graphene Based Device Fabrication and Characterization Sponsored by MHRD and organised by UIET, Kurukshetra University Duration: 26th – 27th February, 2019Nanomaterials and Devices Applied Science Department, NITTTR Chandigarh Duration: 27/4/2020 to 1/5/2020Nanoelectronics Devices and Circuits Electronics and Communication Engineering Department, NITTTR Chandigarh Duration: 17/8/2020 to 21/8/2020Energy Storage Materials Applied Science Department, NITTTR Chandigarh Duration: 24/8/2020 to 28/8/2020Smart Materials and Nanotechnology Applied Science Department, NITTTR Chandigarh Duration: 31/8/2020 to 4/9/2020

Fellowship Awards and Honours🏆

Selected as Women Scientist under Women Scientist Scheme (WOS-A), Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi.Received Honorable Mention award in Nanoartography Science Image competition 2019. (NanoArtography is an international science image competition sponsored by Materials Today, Nanotechnology World Association, A. J. Drexel Nanomaterials Institute, Drexel University Materials Science & Engineering Dept, IUPUI Integrated Nanosystems Development Institute).Finalist in Nanoartography Science Image competition 2020.Finalist in Nanoartography Science Image competition 2021.Topper in graduation: Received Rs. 5000/- scholarship in 1st and 5th semesters.

Areas of Interest

  • Material Science
  • Nanomaterials Synthesis and Characterization
  • Clean Energy

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Role of surfactant in optimization of 3D ZnO floret as photoanode for dye-sensitized solar cell:
    • Authors: Siwatch, S., Kundu, V., Kumar, A., Kumar, S.
    • Journal: Applied Nanoscience (Switzerland), 2020, 10(4), pp. 1035–1044.
    • Summary: This study investigates the effect of surfactants on the morphology and performance of 3D ZnO florets used as photoanodes in DSSCs. The optimization of ZnO florets with surfactants aims to enhance light absorption and electron transport, leading to improved efficiency of the solar cells.
  2. Nitrogen and silver codoped one-dimensional ZnO nanostructure for optoelectronic application:
    • Authors: Kumari, M., Kundu, V.S., Kumar, S., Siwatch, S., Chauhan, N.
    • Journal: Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology, 2020, 93(2), pp. 302–308.
    • Summary: The article explores the synthesis and characterization of nitrogen and silver codoped ZnO nanostructures. These doped nanostructures show enhanced optoelectronic properties, making them suitable for various applications, including sensors and solar cells.
  3. Effect of novel ZnO/Zn2SnO4 photoanode on the performance of dye-sensitized solar cell:
    • Authors: Siwatch, S., Kundu, V.S., Kumar, A., Chauhan, N., Kumari, M.
    • Journal: Optik, 2019, 194, 163117.
    • Summary: This paper evaluates the performance of a novel ZnO/Zn2SnO4 composite photoanode in DSSCs. The study demonstrates that the composite photoanode offers better charge separation and transport, resulting in enhanced efficiency of the solar cells.
  4. Morphology correlated efficiency of ZnO photoanode in dye-sensitized solar cell:
    • Authors: Siwatch, S., Kundu, V.S., Kumar, A., Chauhan, N., Kumari, M.
    • Journal: Materials Research Express, 2019, 6(10), 1050D3.
    • Summary: This research focuses on the correlation between the morphology of ZnO photoanodes and their efficiency in DSSCs. The findings suggest that specific morphologies of ZnO photoanodes can significantly improve the light-harvesting and electron transport properties, leading to higher cell efficiencies.
  5. Synthesis of nitrogen- and cobalt-doped rod-like mesoporous ZnO nanostructures to study their photocatalytic activity:
    • Authors: Chauhan, N., Singh, V., Kumar, S., Sirohi, K., Siwatch, S.
    • Journal: Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology, 2019, 91(3), pp. 567–577.
    • Summary: This study synthesizes and characterizes nitrogen- and cobalt-doped mesoporous ZnO nanostructures. The doped nanostructures exhibit enhanced photocatalytic activity, which is beneficial for environmental applications such as water purification and pollutant degradation.
  6. Synthesis, characterization and dye-sensitized solar cell application of Zinc oxide based coaxial core-shell heterostructure:
    • Authors: Kumari, M., Singh Kundu, V., Kumar, S., Chauhan, N., Siwatch, S.
    • Journal: Materials Research Express, 2019, 6(8), 085050.
    • Summary: The article presents the synthesis and application of ZnO-based coaxial core-shell heterostructures in DSSCs. These structures enhance light absorption and electron transport, leading to improved performance of the solar cells
    • .
  7. Facile synthesis of novel ZnO/Cd0.5Zn0.5S photoanode for dye-sensitized solar cell:
    • Authors: Siwatch, S., Kundu, V.S., Kumar, A., Kumar, S., Kumari, M.
    • Journal: Materials Research Express, 2019, 6(8), 085029.
    • Summary: This study explores the synthesis of a novel ZnO/Cd0.5Zn0.5S composite photoanode for DSSCs. The composite material shows improved light-harvesting and charge transport properties, which contribute to higher efficiency in solar cell applications.

 

 

Ching-Yi Chang | Patient Care | Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Ching-Yi Chang | Patient Care | Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr at Ching-Yi Chang Taipei Medical University,  Taiwan

Dr. Ching-Yi Chang is currently an Associate professor at the Department of School of Nursing, College of Nursing, Taipei Medical University. Dr. Chang serves as an editorial board member and a reviewer for more than 47 educational technology journals. Her research interests include maternal and child health, mobile learning, digital game-based learning, flipped classrooms, medical education, and nursing education. Dr. Chang has published more than 41 academic papers. Among those publications, more than 37 papers are published in SSCI/SCI journals. Owing to her reputation in academic research and innovative inventions in education, she received the research award from the Taipei Medical University of Taiwan in the year 2023.

 

Profile

 

📚Academic Background

  • Ph.D., 2018, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Graduate Institute of Digital Learning and Education 🎓
  • M.S., 2007, National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Science, Department of Nurse-Midwifery and Women Health 🩺

 Current Position

  • Associate Professor, School of Nursing, College of Nursing, Taipei Medical University 🏫

 Reviewer Editorial Board Member 

BMC Medical Education (SCI) 📝CIN-Computers, Informatics, Nursing (SSCI/SCI) 🖥️Computers & Education (SSCI) 📚Computers and Education: Artificial Intelligence (Elsevier) 🤖Computers and Education Open (Elsevier) 🌐Education Research International (Scopus) 📊Educational Technology and Society (SSCI) 🌍Heliyon (Elsevier) 🧬International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation (Scopus) 📱Interactive Learning Environments (SSCI) 🎮INQUIRY: The Journal of Health Care Organization, Provision, and Financing (SCI) 🏥Journal of Advanced Nursing (SCI) 🩺Journal of Education Research (TSSCI) 📖Journal of Computer Assisted Learning (SSCI) 💻Journal of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (ACI) 🎨Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology (SCI) 👶New Review of Hypermedia and Multimedia (SSCI) 📽️Nursing Open (SCI) 🩹PLOS ONE (SSCI/SCI) 🔬Science Progress (SCI) 🚀

 Research Interest

Maternal and child health 👶Mobile learning 📱Digital game-based learning 🎮Flipped classroom 📚Medical education 🩺Nursing education 🏥

 Academic Awards

Administrative Service Award, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (2023) 🏅Administrative Service Award, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (2022) 🏅Administrative Service Award, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (2021) 🏅Thesis Award, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (2021) 📜Faculty Incentive-Research Project Performance Bonus, Taipei Medical University, Taiwan (2021) 💰

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Effects of birth ball exercise on pain and self-efficacy during childbirth: a randomised controlled trial in Taiwan
    • Authors: ML Gau, CY Chang, SH Tian, KC Lin
    • Journal: Midwifery
    • Year: 2011
    • Volume: 27
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: e293-e300
    • Citations: 285

 

  1. Trends and research issues of mobile learning studies in nursing education: A review of academic publications from 1971 to 2016
    • Authors: CY Chang, CL Lai, GJ Hwang
    • Journal: Computers & Education
    • Year: 2018
    • Volume: 116
    • Pages: 28-48
    • Citations: 253

 

  1. A review of opportunities and challenges of chatbots in education
    • Authors: GJ Hwang, CY Chang
    • Journal: Interactive Learning Environments
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 31
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 4099-4112
    • Citations: 237

 

  1. Trends in artificial intelligence-supported e-learning: A systematic review and co-citation network analysis (1998–2019)
    • Authors: KY Tang, CY Chang, GJ Hwang
    • Journal: Interactive Learning Environments
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 31
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 2134-2152
    • Citations: 213

 

  1. Trends in digital game-based learning in the mobile era: A systematic review of journal publications from 2007 to 2016
    • Authors: CY Chang, GJ Hwang
    • Journal: International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 68-90
    • Citations: 199

 

  1. Effects of spherical video-based virtual reality on nursing students’ learning performance in childbirth education training
    • Authors: CY Chang, HY Sung, JL Guo, BY Chang, FR Kuo
    • Journal: Interactive Learning Environments
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 30
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 400-416
    • Citations: 154

 

  1. Promoting students’ learning achievement and self‐efficacy: A mobile chatbot approach for nursing training
    • Authors: CY Chang, GJ Hwang, ML Gau
    • Journal: British Journal of Educational Technology
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 53
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 171-188
    • Citations: 138

 

  1. Learning to be a writer: A spherical video‐based virtual reality approach to supporting descriptive article writing in high school Chinese courses
    • Authors: HL Huang, GJ Hwang, CY Chang
    • Journal: British Journal of Educational Technology
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 51
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 1386-1405
    • Citations: 116

 

  1. From experiencing to critical thinking: a contextual game-based learning approach to improving nursing students’ performance in electrocardiogram training
    • Authors: CY Chang, CH Kao, GJ Hwang, FH Lin
    • Journal: Educational Technology Research and Development
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 68
    • Pages: 1225-1245
    • Citations: 105

 

Isidoro Gutierrez-Alvarez | Radioactividad ambiental | Best Researcher Award

 Dr. Isidoro Gutierrez-Alvarez | Hematological Disorders | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Isidoro Gutierrez-Alvarez University of Huelva Spain

I began my research career with an internship at the Atmospheric Sounding Station (ESAt) in El Arenosillo, Mazagón (Huelva), part of the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA). During this stay, I applied my programming knowledge to extract meteorological information from NASA’s MERRA-2 model and became familiar with the “Weather Research and Forecasting” (WRF) atmospheric simulation model, widely used for high-resolution atmospheric simulations. This contact with INTA has been maintained throughout my research career, conducting joint studies between the University of Huelva and INTA. 🌦️🌐

Later, I expanded these capabilities with the use of Lagrangian atmospheric dispersion models such as HYSPLIT and FLEXPART, which I used to study in detail the behavior of radon around the city of Huelva. Thanks to these models, we were able to simulate the transport behavior of radon from the phosphogypsum ponds to the city of Huelva, identifying that breeze events allowed the recirculation of air masses and their gradual enrichment in radon. These studies were published in two research articles in first-quartile journals. 🌬️🔍

During my Ph.D., I not only studied atmospheric radon but also the radon exhalation rates from the phosphogypsum repository. During this stage, I designed and built two reference soils for measuring exhalation rates, which are used to calibrate and verify the correct functioning of radon measuring equipment, especially those focused on radon exhalation. These reference soils demonstrated that it is necessary to insert the accumulation chamber a few centimeters when measuring exhalations to avoid significant leaks through the exhalation material itself. This research resulted in two articles, one of which was published in a first-decile journal. 🌱📊

Additionally, due to my knowledge of data analysis and programming, I have closely collaborated on other projects carried out by the FRYMA research group. Notably, I actively participated in obtaining and analyzing results in the works of Dr. Guerrero Márquez. 🤝💻

So far, I have supervised three undergraduate theses (TFG) and two master’s theses (TFM), and another two are expected to be defended in September 2023, totaling seven TFG/TFM. Moreover, I am co-director of a doctoral thesis titled “Development and improvement of techniques to characterize the properties of 222Rn in materials and construction systems; modeling the behavior of 222Rn inside homes,” where I play a major role in the academic supervision due to my familiarity with the subject. 📜🏠

Profile

 

📚Academic Background

Degree University Year
Ph.D. Universidad de Huelva 2020
Master in Renewable Distributed Energy Universidad de Córdoba 2017
Bachelor’s Degree in Physics Universidad de Sevilla 2015

Previous Professional Experience

Period | Position / Institution / Country / Reason for Interruption — | — | — 2016-2020 | Predoctoral Researcher / Universidad de Huelva / Spain 2020-2022 | Postdoctoral Researcher / Universidad de Huelva / Spain 2022 | Postdoctoral Researcher (Margarita Salas Fellowship) / Universidad de Cantabria / Spain 2023-Present | Postdoctoral Researcher (Margarita Salas Fellowship) / Universidad de Huelva / Spain

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Greenhouse gases in the tall tower of El Arenosillo station in Southwestern Europe: First-year of measurements
    • Authors: J.A. Adame, R. Padilla, I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, et al.
    • Journal: Atmospheric Research
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 299
    • Article: 107221
  2. Surface ozone trends reversal for June and December in an Atlantic natural coastal environment
    • Authors: J.A. Adame, I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, A. Notario, M. Yela
    • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 31
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 17461-17471
  3. Behavior of 222Rn, 220Rn and their progenies along a daily cycle for different meteorological situations: Implications on atmospheric aerosol residence times and Rn daughters’ equilibrium factors
    • Authors: A. Barba-Lobo, I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, J.A. Adame, E.G. San Miguel, J.P. Bolívar
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 464
    • Article: 132998
    • Citations: 1
  4. Control of Radon Flux of an Inactive Uranium Mill Facility in Spain
    • Authors: I. Fuente, C. Sainz, L. Quindós, et al.
    • Journal: Atmosphere
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 10
    • Article: 1536
  5. A methodology to determine 212Pb, 212Bi, 214Pb and 214Bi in atmospheric aerosols; Application to precisely obtain aerosol residence times and Rn-daughters’ equilibrium factors
    • Authors: A. Barba-Lobo, I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, E.G. San Miguel, J.P. Bolívar
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 445
    • Article: 130521
    • Citations: 5
  6. Surface ozone trends at El Arenosillo observatory from a new perspective
    • Authors: J.A. Adame, I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, P. Cristofanelli, J.P. Bolívar, M. Yela
    • Journal: Environmental Research
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 214
    • Article: 113887
    • Citations: 4
  7. A simple and precise methodology to determine particulate matter mass in atmospheric filters; validation and application cases
    • Authors: A. Barba-Lobo, I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, J.A. Adame, J.P. Bolívar
    • Journal: Environmental Research
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 214
    • Article: 113817
    • Citations: 3
  8. Use of a fuzzy qualitative model to reanalyze radon relationship with atmospheric variables in a coastal area near a NORM repository
    • Authors: I. Gutiérrez-Álvarez, J. Aroba, J.E. Martín, J.A. Adame, J.P. Bolívar
    • Journal: Environmental Technology and Innovation
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 28
    • Article: 102619
    • Citations: 2

Dikshat Gopal Gupta | Hematological Disorders | Best Scholar Award

 Dr. Dikshat Gopal Gupta | Hematological Disorders | Best Scholar Award

Dr at Dikshat Gopal Gupta Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, United

Zhaoyi Zhang, Ph.D., is a dedicated researcher in Traffic Information Engineering and Control, currently affiliated with the Navigation College of Dalian Maritime University in China. His doctoral work focused on enhancing ship navigation positioning methods using INS/GNSS technology, supervised by Prof. Ying Li. Dr. Zhang’s expertise extends to collision risk identification and navigation strategy in open waters. As a visiting scholar at the University of Houston, Texas, he collaborated with Prof. Weihang Zhu. His research contributions are evident in numerous publications in prestigious journals like Ocean Engineering and Reliability Engineering & System Safety. Additionally, Dr. Zhang holds several invention patents related to maritime safety and transportation.

Profile

 

 

 

📚Education 

INSTITUTION AND LOCATION DEGREE Completion Date FIELD OF STUDY
Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University Post Doc 08/2022 Urology
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research Ph.D. 08/2021 Hematology
Panjab University, Chandigarh MSc 07/2014 Human Genomics

A. Personal Statement

💡 Goal: My ultimate career goal is to establish myself as an independent, translational Oncology/Cancer researcher, dedicated to advancing new and innovative therapeutic strategies in the field of cancer treatment. I envision working in an academic setting, where I can seamlessly bridge the gap between laboratory discoveries (bench) and their practical application in patient care (bedside).

🔬 During my master’s in Human Genomics, I dedicated my efforts to developing a deep understanding of investigating the pathophysiology of disease progression, with a particular focus on blood cancers. As a result, pursuing a Ph.D. in Hematology became the natural progression in my academic and research journey.

🏆 Throughout my academic and research journey, I have had the privilege of contributing significantly to the field of Hematology, particularly in the context of Philadelphia (Ph)-positive and Ph-like acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Working as part of a dedicated research group including basic scientists and clinicians, we embarked on a mission to unravel the genomic and proteomic heterogeneity of these challenging Ph-like ALL cases. Our efforts yielded groundbreaking results, as we not only identified Ph-like ALL cases for the first time in developing countries but also established the genomic and proteomic profile of these cases in India. The culmination of our research led to the development of a dynamic Nomogram titled ‘PHi-RACE: PGIMER In-House Rapid & Cost-Effective Classifier for Ph-like ALL detection,’ which was published online. This significant achievement showcases our commitment to providing rapid and cost-effective diagnostic tools for the detection of Ph-like ALL, ultimately facilitating timely and targeted interventions for patients.

🌍 The impact of our research work extended beyond the confines of the laboratory, garnering recognition at multiple prestigious international and national platforms. Presenting our findings at renowned conferences such as the American Society of Hematology (ASH-2020), European Hematology Association (EHA) 2021, International Society for Laboratory Hematology (ISLH) 2021, Society of Hematologic Oncology (SOHO 2021, 22, 23), and Hematocon 2020, allowed us to share our insights with experts in the field and engage in fruitful discussions.

Selected Contributions

Gupta DG, et al. A surrogate molecular approach for the detection of Philadelphia chromosome-like B-acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Cancer. 2023. doi: 10.1002/cncr.35051. PMID: 37819686. Gupta DG, et al. Hematological, clinical, immunophenotypic characterization, and treatment outcomes of prognostically significant genetic subtypes of B-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia: A report of 1021 patients from India. Cancer. 2023. doi: 10.1002/cncr.34957. Gupta DG, et al. Evaluation of adverse prognostic gene alterations & MRD positivity in BCR::ABL1-like B-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia patients, in a resource-constrained setting. British Journal of Cancer. 2023. doi: 10.1038/s41416-023-02294-y. Gupta DG, et al. Genomic and proteomic characterization of Philadelphia-like B-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia: A report of Indian patients. Cancer. 2023. doi: 10.1002/cncr.34665.

B. Positions, Scientific Appointments, and Honors

Positions and Employment

Postdoctoral Associate, Department of Urology, Northwestern University, Chicago (2022-present), Ph.D. in Hematology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, India (2016-2021), Junior Research Fellow, Translational Health Science & Technology, New Delhi, India (2014-2015), MSc in Human Genomics, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India (2012-2014), Bachelor in Microbiology, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, India (2009-2012)

📚Scientific Editorial Committee Member (Reviewer)

Reviewer in Cancer – Wiley Online Library, Reviewer in Blood Advances, Reviewer in Leukemia & Lymphoma,  Reviewer in Hematological Oncology,  Reviewer in Mediterranean Journal of Hematology and Infectious Diseases,  Reviewer in Indian Journal of Hematology and Blood Transfusion,  Reviewer in International Journal of Hematology,  Reviewer for Clinical Lymphoma, Myeloma and Leukemia

🩸Memberships

Society of Hematologic Oncology (SOHO),  European Hematology Association (EHA), American Society of Hematology (ASH)

🏆Honors

2023: Young Investigator Grant by SOHO for research on genetic subtypes and treatment outcomes of ALL. 2023: Best Researcher Award-2023 for study on genetic subtypes and treatment outcomes of ALL. 2022: Young Investigator Grant by SOHO for research on Ph-like B-lineage Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.  2022: Dr. J.C. Patel Best Paper Award (1st Position) for research on BCR-ABL1-like ALL.  2021: Young Researcher Award by Society of Young Biomedical Scientists.  2021: Young Investigator Program Grant by SOHO for research on BCR-ABL1-like ALL in Indian patients. 2021: Participation grant by European Hematology Association for research on BCR-ABL1-like ALL 2021: BEREND HOUWEN Abstract Award in ISLH for research on BCR-ABL1-like ALL using machine learning classifiers. 2021: Dr. J.C. Patel Best Paper Award (3rd Position) for rapid detection of BCR-ABL1-like ALL. 2020: 3rd Best Oral Presentation Award – Haematocon for research on cost-effective detection of BCR-ABL1-like ALL.  2020: ASH Abstract Achievement Award for research on BCR-ABL1-like ALL using Digital nCounter NanoString Technology. 2017: Senior Research Fellowship by ICMR. 2016: ICMR Fellowship.  2015: Junior Research Fellowship by ICMR. 2012: Meritorious Honor Award, Lovely Professional University.

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Characterization of immunophenotypic aberrancies with respect to common fusion transcripts in B-cell precursor acute lymphoblastic leukemia: a report of 986 Indian patients
    • Authors: DG Gupta, N Varma, S Naseem, MUS Sachdeva, P Bose, J Binota, et al.
    • Journal: Turkish Journal of Hematology
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 39
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1
    • Citations: 10
  2. A2DS2 score to predict the risk of stroke-associated pneumonia in acute stroke: an Indian perspective
    • Authors: L Vyas, D Kulshreshtha, P Maurya, A Singh, A Qavi, A Thacker
    • Journal: Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice
    • Year: 2019
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 465-471
    • Citations: 9
  3. Exploring packaged microvesicle proteome composition of Chinese hamster ovary secretome
    • Authors: N Kumar, DG Gupta, S Kumar, P Maurya, A Tiwari, B Mathew, S Banerjee, et al.
    • Journal: J Bioprocess Biotech
    • Year: 2016
    • Volume: 6
    • Pages: 274
    • Citations: 7
  4. PHi-RACE: PGIMER in-house rapid & cost-effective classifier for the detection of BCR-ABL1-like acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in Indian patients
    • Authors: DG Gupta, N Varma, A Kumar, S Naseem, MUS Sachdeva, J Binota, et al.
    • Journal: Leukemia & Lymphoma
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 63
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 633-643
    • Citations: 6
  5. Genomic and proteomic characterization of Philadelphia-like B-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia: a report of Indian patients
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Zhaoyi Zhang | Intelligent navigation of ships | Best Researcher Award

 Dr. Zhaoyi Zhang | Intelligent navigation of ships| Best Researcher Award

Dr at Zhaoyi Zhang Dalian Maritime University, China.

Zhaoyi Zhang, Ph.D., is a dedicated researcher in Traffic Information Engineering and Control, currently affiliated with the Navigation College of Dalian Maritime University in China. His doctoral work focused on enhancing ship navigation positioning methods using INS/GNSS technology, supervised by Prof. Ying Li. Dr. Zhang’s expertise extends to collision risk identification and navigation strategy in open waters. As a visiting scholar at the University of Houston, Texas, he collaborated with Prof. Weihang Zhu. His research contributions are evident in numerous publications in prestigious journals like Ocean Engineering and Reliability Engineering & System Safety. Additionally, Dr. Zhang holds several invention patents related to maritime safety and transportation.

Profile

 

 

📚Education 

  • Ph.D. in Traffic Information Engineering and Control
    • Dalian Maritime University, Dalian, China
    • Sep 2020 – Jun 2024
    • Dissertation: Research on INS/GNSS-based Ship Navigation Positioning Enhancement Method
    • Advisor: Prof. Ying Li
  • Visiting Scholar, Department of Engineering Technology, College of Technology
    • University of Houston, Texas, USA
    • Jul 2022 – Jul 2023
    • Advisor: Prof. Weihang Zhu
  • M.S. in Traffic Information Engineering and Control
    • Dalian Maritime University, Dalian, China
    • Sep 2017 – Jun 2020
    • Thesis: Research on Collision Risk Identification and Navigation Strategy of Ships in Open Water
    • Advisor: Prof. Ying Li
  • B.S. in Nautical Science
    • Dalian Maritime University, Dalian, China
    • Sep 2013 – Jun 2017
    • Thesis: Demand Analysis for Education and Training on the M/V YUPENG under the E-Navigation Strategy
    • Advisor: Prof. Junzhong Bao

 

📊Invention Patents

Li, Y., Dong, S., Zhang, Z.Y., Liu, D.G. (2023). A Rapid Query System for Mid-Term Outlook Early Warning Information on Typhoon Generation, CN112528095B. Li, Y., Guo, Z.H., Zhang, Z.Y. (2024). A Container Array Carrier Platform Suitable for Sea-Air Intermodal Transport, CN115303646B.

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. A new evacuation accessibility analysis approach based on spatial information
    • Authors: Z Liu, Y Li, Z Zhang, W Yu
    • Journal: Reliability Engineering & System Safety
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 222
    • Pages: 108395
    • Citations: 20
  2. Spatial topological analysis model of ship encounter space
    • Authors: Z Liu, Y Li, Z Zhang, W Yu
    • Journal: Ocean Engineering
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 202
    • Pages: 107171
    • Citations: 20
  3. Gaseous emissions from a seagoing ship under different operating conditions in the coastal region of China
    • Authors: C Bai, Y Li, B Liu, Z Zhang, P Wu
    • Journal: Atmosphere
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 305
    • Citations: 16
  4. An INS-aided MASS autonomous navigation algorithm considering virtual motion constraints and the leeway and drift angle
    • Authors: Z Zhang, Y Li, P Wu, Z Liu, J Xiao, W Zhu
    • Journal: Ocean Engineering
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 272
    • Pages: 113790
    • Citations: 8
  5. Spatial logical relationship analysis model of ship encounter space
    • Authors: Z Liu, Y Li, S Dong, Z Zhang
    • Journal: Ocean Engineering
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 239
    • Pages: 109912
    • Citations: 6
  6. Enhancing the reliability of shipborne INS/GNSS integrated navigation system during abnormal sampling periods using Bi-LSTM and robust CKF
    • Authors: Z Zhang, Y Li, Z Liu, S Wang, H Xing, W Zhu
    • Journal: Ocean Engineering
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 288
    • Pages: 115934
    • Citations: 4
  7. INS/GPS integrated navigation for unmanned ships based on EEMD noise reduction and SSA-ELM
    • Authors: J Xiao, Y Li, C Zhang, Z Zhang
    • Journal: Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 1733
    • Citations: 4
  8. Big data driven vessel trajectory prediction based on sparse multi-graph convolutional hybrid network with spatio-temporal awareness
    • Authors: S Wang, Y Li, Z Zhang, H Xing
    • Journal: Ocean Engineering
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 287
    • Pages: 115695
    • Citations: 3
  9. Vessel trajectory prediction based on spatio-temporal graph convolutional network for complex and crowded sea areas
    • Authors: S Wang, Y Li, H Xing, Z Zhang
    • Journal: Ocean Engineering
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 298
    • Pages: 117232
    • Citations: 2
  10. Spatial modeling and analysis based on spatial information of the ship encounters for intelligent navigation safety
    • Authors: Z Liu, Y Li, Z Zhang, W Yu, Y Du
    • Journal: Reliability Engineering & System Safety
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 238
    • Pages: 109489
    • Citations: 2