Ashwani Patil | Cancer Biology | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Ashwani Patil | Cancer Biology | Best Scholar Award

Assistant Professor, Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research India

Dr. Ashwani Patil is a passionate pharmacologist specializing in neurological disorders and cancer research. He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai, with a focus on preclinical drug development. His research at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and NIRRH Mumbai deepened his expertise in molecular mechanisms underlying complex diseases. With hands-on experience in animal handling, molecular techniques, and pharmacological testing, he has contributed significantly to understanding disease pathology and potential therapeutic targets for cancer and neurological disorders.

Professional Profile 

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🎓Education

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Tech. (Pharmacology), Institute Of Chemical Technology, Mumbai (2024). M. Pharmacy (Pharmacology), R. C. Patel Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Shirpur (2018). Bachelor of Pharmacy, A.R.A College of Pharmacy, Dhule (2016)

💼Experience

Junior Research Fellow, R.C. Patel Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Shirpur (2018-2019). Research Scholar, Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai (2022-Present). Assistant Professor, Dr. D Y Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, Pune (2019-2020, 2024). Expertise in preclinical drug studies, rodent surgery, data analysis, and project planning.

🏆Award and Honor

DAE-ICT Fellowship, 2024. 1st Position in Poster Presentation, 7th International Conference on “Emerging Trends in Drug Development and Delivery” (2024). Research Excellence Award, GEU, Dehradun (2015). Best Paper Presentation Award, TriboIndia 2023, NIT Srinagar

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Patil’s research spans preclinical drug development, focusing on neurological disorders and cancer. His work investigates therapeutic targets, pharmacodynamics, and the molecular mechanisms of disease pathology. Key areas of interest include rodent models, drug efficacy, safety profiles, and mitochondrial toxicity. His publications highlight cancer cell cytotoxicity and cardioprotective effects, contributing to the understanding of pharmacological agents in disease treatment.

Publications Top Noted

1. Title: Cardioprotective effect of CB1 receptor antagonist AM251 against β receptor-stimulated myocardial infarction via modulation of NF-kB signaling pathway in diabetic mice

Year: 2024
Authors: Pawar, H.D., Patil, Y., Patil, A., Ojha, S., Goyal, S.N.
Citation: Heliyon, 10(15), e35138
Citations: 0

2. Title: Mitochondria-targeted derivative of pterostilbene, a dietary phytoestrogen, exhibits superior cancer cell cytotoxicity via mitochondrial superoxide mediated induction of autophagy

Year: 2023
Authors: Ibrahim, M.K., Nandha, S.R., Patil, A.S., Sharma, D., Sandur, S.K.
Citation: Advances in Redox Research, 8, 100071
Citations: 1

3. Title: Mitochondriotropic Derivative of Ethyl Ferulate, a Dietary Phenylpropanoid, Exhibits Enhanced Cytotoxicity in Cancer Cells via Mitochondrial Superoxide-Mediated Activation of JNK and AKT Signalling

Year: 2023
Authors: Patil, A.S., Ibrahim, M.K., Sathaye, S., Sharma, D., Sandur, S.K.
Citation: Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 195(3), 2057–2076
Citations: 2

4. Title: Plant-derived natural therapeutics targeting cannabinoid receptors in metabolic syndrome and its complications: A review

Year: 2020
Authors: Patil, A.S., Mahajan, U.B., Agrawal, Y.O., Sharma, C., Goyal, S.N.
Citation: Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy, 132, 110889
Citations: 17

5. Title: Protective effect of omeprazole and lansoprazole on β-receptor stimulated myocardial infarction in Wistar rats

Year: 2019
Authors: Patil, A.S., Singh, A.D., Mahajan, U.B., Ojha, S., Goyal, S.N.
Citation: Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, 456(1-2), 105–113
Citations: 17

 

MOHAMED HAMDI EL ASHAL | Biochemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

 Mr . MOHAMED HAMDI EL ASHAL | Biochemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

👨‍🏫Profile Summary

Efficient and detailed oriented post doctor researcher working in the field of natural products and food chemistry especially in bee products and medicinal plants. Owing to write reviews or original papers to be published in high impacted journals.

🌐 Professional Profiles

 

 

Qualifications 📚

Post-graduation PhD. in Biochemistry (Menoufia University) Date of graduation: 2024 Area of research: Drug discovery research, Functional Food. M.SC. in Biochemistry (Menoufia University) Date of graduation: Sep. 2019 Area of research: Drug discovery research, Functional Food Analytical Biochemistry Diploma (Menoufia University) Date of graduation: May 2014 Grade: Excellent. B.Sc. in Science, Chemistry and Botany Department (Menoufia University) Date of graduation: May 2006 Grade: Very Good (83%)

Scientific Experiences 🔬

  • Gas chromatography-Mass spectrometry analysis (GC-MS).
  • Liquid chromatography-Mass spectrometry analysis (LC-MS-MS).
  • GNPS interpretation.
  • Writing scientific papers.
  • Reviewing scientific papers.

Fields of Interest 🧪

  • Natural Product Chemistry
  • Biochemistry
  • Food Chemistry
  • Metabolomics

Conferences 🌐

Annual International Conference of THE EGYPTIAN FERTILITY AND STERILITY, 2023, International Association of Surgeons’ Gastroenterologists and Oncologists’ 5th Meeting of IASGO Egyptian Chapter, November 2021. Oral presenter in 3rd INTERNATIONAL JSPS AAE SYMPOSIUM, September 2021. Oral presenter in the 5th International Symposium on Phytochemicals in Medicine and Food conference, China, 2021. Menoufia Diabetes Conference, February 28, 2020. HGIDA 14th Scientific Event on Pitfalls in Diagnosis of Infectious Diseases, February 26, 2020. Training Course and Symposium on Apitherapy, December 4-5, 2019. Clinical Approach to Autoimmune Liver Diseases Postgraduate Course, November 27, 2019. IASGO Egyptian Chapter 2nd Annual Meeting, November 15-17, 2018.

Workshops 🛠️

American Society of Pharmacognosy webinars about most recent applications of natural products from April 2020 to November 2020. 1st GNPS User Meeting, August 2020. ‘Hands-on featuring a successful academic career’ workshop at Chemistry Department, American University of Cairo (AUC), July 2019.

Skills 🛠️

Good Command of English Intensive Course in English (Intermediate II Level, 36 Hours) Final Grade: Excellent (Minufia University) Conversation Course in English (Intermediate Level, 36 Hours) Final Grade: Excellent (Minufia University). Computer Skills Excellent Experience in Computer Software (Windows, Office, Internet) ICDL Certificate. Professional Development Pharma Mini-MBA (Certificate from ACC Group – American Canadian Center) Excellence in Negotiation Workshop (Scope Office) Advanced Presentation Skills Talent Pool Course Pharmacovigilance Basic Principles Leadership Skills and Management (Harvest Academy)

 

📚Top Noted Publication

  1. Title: An updated multifaceted overview of sweet proteins and dipeptides as sugar substitutes; the chemistry, health benefits, gut interactions, and safety
    • Authors: Farag, M. A., Rezk, M. M., Elashal, M. H., El-Araby, M., Khalifa, S. A., & El-Seedi, H. R.
    • Journal: Food Research International
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2022.111853

 

  1. Title: Bee pollen: Clinical trials and patent applications
    • Authors: Algethami, J. S., El-Wahed, A. A. A., Elashal, M. H., Ahmed, H. R., Elshafiey, E. H., Omar, E. M., … & El-Seedi, H. R.
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 14
    • DOI: 10.3390/nu14142858

 

  1. Title: Cosmetic applications of bee venom
    • Authors: El-Wahed, A. A. A., Khalifa, S. A., Elashal, M. H., Musharraf, S. G., Saeed, A., Khatib, A., … & El-Seedi, H. R.
    • Journal: Toxins
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 11
    • DOI: 10.3390/toxins13110810

 

  1. Title: Bee Pollen: Current Status and Therapeutic Potential
    • Authors: Khalifa, S. A., Elashal, M. H., Yosri, N., Du, M., Musharraf, S. G., Nahar, L., & El-Seedi, H. R.
    • Journal: Nutrients
    • Year: 2021
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 6
    • DOI: 10.3390/nu13061876

 

  1. Title: Comprehensive overview on multiple strategies fighting COVID-19
    • Authors: Khalifa, S. A., Mohamed, B. S., Elashal, M. H., Du, M., Guo, Z., Zhao, C., & El-Seedi, H. R.
    • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 17
    • Issue: 16
    • DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17165813

 

  1. Title: Recent insights into chemical and pharmacological studies of bee bread
    • Authors: Khalifa, S. A., Elashal, M., Kieliszek, M., Ghazala, N. E., Farag, M. A., Saeed, A., & El-Seedi, H. R.
    • Journal: Trends in Food Science & Technology
    • Year: 2020
    • Volume: 97
    • Pages: 300-316
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.tifs.2019.08.021

 

  1. Title: Apilarnil ameliorates Bisphenol A-induced testicular toxicity in adult male rats via improving antioxidant potency and PCNA expression
    • Authors: Mohamed H. Elashal, Aida A. Abd El-Wahed, Mostafa Abdelgaber Mohamed, Rania Hamad, Mabrouk Attia Abd Eldaim, Shaden A. M. Khalifa, Hesham R. El-Seedi, Mohamed F. AlAjmi, Bishoy El-Aarag
    • Journal: Reproductive Toxicology (accepted paper)
    • Year: 2024