Dinushi Tennakoon | Pathological Physiology | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Dinushi Tennakoon | Pathological Physiology| Women Researcher Award

Medical Lecturer at International Institute of Health Sciences, Welisara, Sri Lanka

Dr. T.D. Dinushi Tennakoon is a dedicated Medical Lecturer in the Anatomy Department at the International Institute of Health Sciences, Sri Lanka. She holds an MBBS from Tver State Medical University, Russia, specializing in General Medicine. With over 1.5 years of experience, Dr. Tennakoon has made significant contributions to medical research and education, earning numerous accolades, including Innovator of the Year and Best Student Article of the Year. She has completed multiple online courses related to global health and patient safety. Additionally, she actively engages in research, has published various articles, and presented at international conferences.

Publication profile

Scholar

šŸŽ“ Education

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MD): 2nd Class Upper, Tver State Medical University, Russia
  • G.C.E. Ordinary Level: 8A and 1B (2012)
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level: Specialized in Bio Stream (3B in 2015) – Devi Balika Vidyalaya, Colombo, Sri Lanka

šŸ† Achievements

Innovator of the Year 2020: 2nd place for echolocation device project. Falling Walls Lab ā€“ Moscow: Top 20 finalist for echolocation project. Best Student Article of the Year 2020: 1st place for antiviral nutritional therapy to counter COVID-19. Best Research Practices 2020: 1st place for essential oil composition for rheumatoid arthritis. Student of the Year 2020 & 2021: Multiple recognitions for projects on mental health and maternal health during COVID-19. European Forum of Young Scientists 2021: 1st place for research on Saccharina japonica

šŸ”¬ Research Contributions

Research Projects: Completed and ongoing projects totaling 10 Citation Index: 68 (Russian e-library).Ā  Publications: Contributed to 8 journals in various indices; ongoing collaboration on 2 joint projects. Conferences: Active participation with 10 presentations, including at international conferences in Moscow, Ireland, and the UK. Volunteering: Served as a social media strategist and grant proposal writer for various organizations

šŸŒ Research Areas

  • Focus: Anatomy, Physiology, Pathological Physiology, Immunology, and Biochemistry

šŸ’¼ Professional Affiliations

  • Member of 4 professional bodies and held 2 editorial appointments in journals/conferences

 

Publication

  • The Importance of Maternal Nutrition for the Mental Health and Development of Infants
    • Author: T.D.D.T. Tennakoon
    • Year: 2022

 

  • The Relationship Between Maternal Catechin Consumption and Congenital Anomalies
    • Author: D.D.T.T. Tennakoon
    • Published In: Modern Achievements of Youth Science, pp. 161-171
    • Year: 2022

 

  • Managing Pregnancy and Childbirth During the COVID-19 Pandemic – Sri Lanka
    • Author: T.D.D.T. Tennakoon
    • Year: 2021

 

  • Saccharina Japonica Japanese Cuisine: Thyroid, Antioxidants, Biochemical, Psychological Aspects and Potential Effects
    • Author: D.D.T.T. Tennakoon
    • Year: 2021

 

  • Unique Composition of Essential Oil for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • Author: D.D.T.T. Tennakoon
    • Published In: The Best Research Practices, pp. 81-92
    • Year: 2020

 

  • Antiviral Nutritional Therapy to Combat COVID-19
    • Author: D.D.T.T. Tennakoon
    • Published In: Best Student Article 2020, pp. 40-50
    • Year: 2020

 

  • Modern Inhaler for Panic Attacks Induced by Depression
    • Author: D.D.T.T. Tennakoon
    • Published In: Student of the Year 2020, pp. 164-175
    • Year: 2020

 

Mohammad Khosravi | Immunotherapy | Excellence in Innovation

Assoc Prof Dr. Mohammad Khosravi | Immunotherapy | Excellence in Innovation

Assoc Prof Dr. Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz Iran

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ A highly skilled immunologist and veterinarian with a Ph.D. from Tehran University, specializing in molecular characterization and immunology techniques. Experienced in cell culture, gene characterization, protein analysis, and chromatography. Proficient in serology techniques, immunization, and animal handling. Skilled in bioinformatics analysis and extensive knowledge of SPSS and Microsoft Office Suite. Adept at teaching fundamental and advanced immunology to both D.V.M. and Ph.D. students. Demonstrated expertise in avian immunology and diagnostic techniques. Accomplished in research and teaching, contributing significantly to the field of immunology and veterinary medicine.šŸŒŸ

 

Profile

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Education šŸ“š

PhD in Immunology: Tehran University, Tehran, Iran, 2013.Thesis: Molecular characterization of chicken class II transactivator gene.DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine): Shahrekord University, Chaharmahal bakhteyari, Iran, 2007.Thesis: A comparison of ELISA and histopathology for the detection of paratuberculosis in dairy cattle.

Research Experience and Technical Skills šŸ”¬

Cell culture (primary and immortalized cell lines).Stem cell isolation technique.Isolation of leukocyte subsets.Purification of antibody subsets.Gene characterization: PCR, RT-PCR, QRT-PCR, Real Time-PCR, Gene cloning, Bioinformatics analysis.Protein and Oligosaccharide SDS-PAGE.Western blotting.Serology techniques: ELISA, Agglutination, Precipitation, Hemagglutination.Chromatographic techniques: Affinity, Ion-exchange, Gel-filtration.Purification of protein and carbohydrate.Immunization techniques.Animal handling.Extensive experience of SPSS, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Hapten immunization (Preparation of the hyper immune sera against drugs and metals).Synthesis of the metal nanoparticles (Fe, Cu, Au, Zn).Synthesis of the immunomagnetic beads for separation of the microorganisms, cells, drugs, and metals.Synthesis of the latex agglutination beads for detection of the cells, drugs, and metals.

Teaching Experience (2013-2022) šŸ“–

At Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Khuzestan, Iran:

  • Fundamental Immunology for D.V.M students.
  • Advanced Immunology for Ph.D students of bacteriology.
  • Serology Technique for D.V.M students.
  • Avian Immunology for PhD students of poultry hygiene and diseases.
  • Diagnostic Immunology for Ph.D students of clinical pathology.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Title: Quorum quenching probiotics modulated digestive enzymes activity, growth performance, gut microflora, haemato-biochemical parameters and resistance against Vibrio harveyi
    • Authors: R Ghanei-Motlagh, T Mohammadian, D Gharibi, M Khosravi, E Mahmoudi, …
    • Journal: Aquaculture
    • Volume: 531
    • Pages: 735874
    • Year: 2021

 

  1. Title: Quorum Quenching Properties and Probiotic Potentials of Intestinal Associated Bacteria in Asian Sea Bass Lates calcarifer
    • Authors: R Ghanei-Motlagh, T Mohammadian, D Gharibi, S Menanteau-Ledouble, …
    • Journal: Marine drugs
    • Volume: 18
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 23
    • Year: 2019

 

  1. Title: Feed supplementation with quorum quenching probiotics with anti-virulence potential improved innate immune responses, antioxidant capacity and disease resistance in Asian …
    • Authors: R Ghanei-Motlagh, D Gharibi, T Mohammadian, M Khosravi, E Mahmoudi, …
    • Journal: Aquaculture
    • Volume: 535
    • Pages: 736345
    • Year: 2021

 

  1. Title: Antibacterial effects of Aloe vera extracts on some human and animal bacterial pathogens
    • Authors: D Gharibi, M Khosravi, Z Hosseini, F Boroun, SK Barzgar, A Forughi Far
    • Journal: Journal of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
    • Volume: 3
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 6-10
    • Year: 2015