Majid Komijani | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Majid Komijani | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor, Arak University Iran

Majid Komijani is an Associate Professor of Microbiology at Arak University, specializing in viruses and bacteria’s role in neurological diseases. He has contributed to the microbiological understanding of environmental polluting bacteria and infectious diseases. With 33 published articles, two patents, and significant research on phage genomes, he holds a substantial citation index. Komijani is involved in both academic and industrial projects related to microbiology and environmental pollution, particularly focusing on bacteriophage therapy, antimicrobial resistance, and virus detection. His work spans books, journal articles, and patents, contributing to numerous fields, including human health and environmental science.

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πŸŽ“ Education

Majid Komijani earned his academic credentials through years of rigorous education. He completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at Arak University, where he later advanced to a Master’s in Microbiology. His dedication to microbiology culminated in a Ph.D. in a specialized field of microbial interactions and disease mechanisms. As an academic, he continues to inspire his students and the scientific community with his extensive knowledge and research contributions. His academic training in microbiology has been pivotal in shaping his deep involvement in research projects on viruses and bacteria, especially in environmental contexts. Throughout his career, he has balanced academic and applied research in both industrial and academic settings.

πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Experience

Majid Komijani has vast experience as an Associate Professor of Microbiology at Arak University. His work focuses on viruses, bacteriophages, and microbial pathology, especially their relationship with neurological diseases. He has published 33 articles, contributed to research journals, and developed several patented diagnostic tools. Komijani’s academic roles include teaching, mentoring students, and conducting innovative research. He is also involved in several industrial research projects, such as investigating environmental pollution through metagenomic analysis of bacteria in Khansar River and iron mine waters. Komijani’s industry work bridges the gap between academic knowledge and practical applications, particularly in the fields of microbiology, environmental health, and biotechnology. He serves as a key figure in academic and consulting roles related to microbial research, advancing scientific understanding in his field.

πŸ† Awards & Honors

Majid Komijani has earned multiple prestigious awards and honors throughout his career. He received recognition for his outstanding research in microbiology, particularly for his contributions to infectious disease studies. His accomplishments include two Iranian patents related to viral detection kits and multiple published books. His work has received widespread recognition, with a citation index of 482. Komijani was awarded the β€œResearch Excellence Award” by Arak University, and he has been honored with travel grants and funding for his contributions to scientific research. He has also been acknowledged for his impactful contributions to phage therapy, which addresses antibiotic resistance. His collaborations with international institutions reflect his expertise, and his ongoing work continues to receive acclaim for its practical applications in public health and microbiology.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus

Majid Komijani’s research focuses on the role of viruses and bacteria in neurological diseases and microbial ecology. His work investigates the microbial components involved in environmental pollution and their potential impacts on human health. Komijani has contributed to groundbreaking research in bacteriophage therapy, developing diagnostic kits for detecting viruses such as BK and CMV, and studying their role in various health conditions. His studies explore the relationship between infectious agents and conditions like multiple sclerosis, infertility, and breast cancer. Additionally, he is deeply involved in metagenomic analysis to identify environmentally polluting bacteria and assess their resistance to antibiotics. Komijani is committed to the application of his research for public health improvements, particularly in the realms of environmental microbiology and infectious diseases. His research aims to enhance disease detection methods and address emerging health threats through innovative biotechnological solutions.

πŸ†Conclusion 

Dr. Majid Komijani’s remarkable academic achievements, innovative research, and commitment to addressing global challenges in microbiology make him an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions to science, particularly in phage therapy and environmental microbiology, are commendable and demonstrate his dedication to advancing both basic and applied microbiological sciences. His continued pursuit of groundbreaking work in his field ensures his lasting impact on the scientific community.

Publication Top Notes

  • Heavy metal pollution promotes antibiotic resistance potential in the aquatic environment
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: M Komijani, NS Shamabadi, K Shahin, F Eghbalpour, MR Tahsili, …
    • Citation: 122

 

  • Prevalence of cytomegalovirus infection and its role in total immunoglobulin pattern in Iranian patients with different subtypes of multiple sclerosis
    • Year: 2011
    • Authors: N Sanadgol, N Ramroodi, GA Ahmadi, M Komijani, A Moghtaderi, …
    • Citation: 70

 

  • A New Phage Cocktail Against Multidrug, ESBL-Producer Isolates of Shigella sonnei and Shigella flexneri with Highly Efficient Bacteriolytic Activity
    • Year: 2020
    • Authors: K Shahin, M Bouzari, M Komijani, R Wang
    • Citation: 30

 

  • Isolation, characterization, and PCR-based molecular identification of a siphoviridae phage infecting Shigella dysenteriae
    • Year: 2019
    • Authors: K Shahin, H Bao, M Komijani, M Barazandeh, M Bouzari, A Hedayatkhah, …
    • Citation: 28

 

  • An in-vitro study on a novel six-phage cocktail against multi-drug resistant-ESBL Shigella in aquatic environment
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: K Shahin, L Zhang, H Bao, A Hedayatkhah, A Soleimani-Delfan, …
    • Citation: 26

 

  • Detection and characterization of a novel lytic bacteriophage (vB-KpneM-Isf48) against Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates from infected wounds carrying antibiotic-resistance genes
    • Year: 2017
    • Authors: M Komijani, M Bouzari, F Rahimi
    • Citation: 26

 

  • Effective control of Shigella contamination in different foods using a novel six-phage cocktail
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: K Shahin, L Zhang, AS Delfan, M Komijani, A Hedayatkhah, H Bao, …
    • Citation: 21

 

  • Detection of TEM, SHV and CTX-M antibiotic resistance genes in Escherichia coli isolates from infected wounds
    • Year: 2017
    • Authors: M Komijani, M Bouzari, F Rahimi
    • Citation: 20

 

  • Investigation into antibacterial and wound healing properties of platelets lysate against Acinetobacter baumannii and Klebsiella pneumoniae burn wound infections
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: A Shariati, A Moradabadi, E Ghaznavi-Rad, M Dadmanesh, M Komijani, …
    • Citation: 19

 

  • Synthesis of new environmentally friendly poly (urethane-imide) s as an adsorbent including Ξ²-cyclodextrin cavities and attached to iron nanoparticles for removal of gram-negative bacteria
    • Year: 2020
    • Authors: H Eibagi, K Faghihi, M Komijani
    • Citation: 19

 

 

 

 

Sara Uldry JΓΊlio | Neurophysiology and Pain Research| Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sara Uldry JΓΊlio | Neurophysiology and Pain Research| Best Researcher Award

 Dr at Spinal Cord Injury Center, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland 

Dr. Sara Uldry JΓΊlio is a postdoctoral researcher at the Spinal Cord Injury Center, Balgrist University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland. With dual citizenship in Switzerland and Portugal, she completed her Ph.D. in Neuroscience in 2024, focusing on the physiology and pathophysiology of intra-epidermal evoked potentials. Her research contributes to spinal cord injury recovery, blending her technical expertise with clinical applications. Beyond research, Dr. JΓΊlio has been an active medical technical assistant and has mentored students and interns. She is passionate about neurophysiology and has a strong record of international collaborations and scientific publications.

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πŸŽ“ Education

Dr. JΓΊlio earned her Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Zurich in 2024, researching intra-epidermal electrically evoked potentials. Before that, she completed a Master of Science in Biology, with a major in Neuroscience from ETH Zurich, Switzerland (2019), and conducted research in various renowned institutions like the City College of New York and Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown in Lisbon. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from ETH Zurich (2017) and graduated with an Abitur from the German School of Lisbon, Portugal (2013).

πŸ’Ό Experience

Dr. JΓΊlio has been a postdoctoral researcher at the Spinal Cord Injury Center since February 2024, continuing her groundbreaking research in spinal cord injury neurophysiology. She also worked as a medical technical assistant in the Neurophysiology department at Balgrist University Hospital since August 2020. Dr. JΓΊlio’s early experience includes research assistant positions at the Institute of Molecular Systems Biology at ETH Zurich, the Spinal Cord Injury Center, and IES Ltd. She has participated in diverse research projects across Switzerland, Portugal, and the USA.

πŸ† Awards and Honors

Dr. JΓΊlio was awarded the University of Zurich Candoc Grant (2022-2023), which funded her Ph.D. research with 57,546 CHF. She has co-authored several peer-reviewed publications and presented her work at prestigious international conferences, such as the European Pain Federation and the Zurich Neuroscience Center. Her research on intra-epidermal electrically evoked potentials has been widely recognized for its potential clinical applications in spinal disorders. Additionally, Dr. JΓΊlio has supervised master’s students and interns, contributing significantly to academic leadership.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus

Dr. JΓΊlio’s research is centered on neurophysiology, particularly intra-epidermal electrically evoked potentials and their application in spinal cord injury diagnostics and treatments. Her work investigates the nociceptive specificity and clinical applicability of these potentials in conditions like degenerative cervical myelopathy. Dr. JΓΊlio’s interdisciplinary studies also include the neurophysiological underpinnings of pain perception and student attentional engagement using eye tracking and brain activity. She aims to bridge basic research with clinical applications in spinal cord disorders.

πŸ“œ Conclusion

Dr. Sara Uldry JΓΊlio is a promising and accomplished researcher, whose work in neuroscience and spinal cord injury research has already garnered significant recognition. Her leadership, mentorship, and successful publication record make her an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award, especially in the field of neurophysiology. Continued expansion of her independent research projects and teaching portfolio could further solidify her reputation as a leading scientist in the field.

Publications Top Notes

  • Intra-epidermal electrically evoked potentials are sensitive to detect degenerative cervical myelopathy suggesting their spinothalamic propagation
    Authors: JΓΊlio, S.U., Schneuwly, M., Scheuren, P.S., Hubli, M., Schubert, M.
    Journal: Clinical Neurophysiology
    Year: 2024
    Cited by: 0

 

  • Intra-epidermal evoked potentials: A promising tool for spinal disorders?
    Authors: LΓΌtolf, R., JΓΊlio, S.U., Schubert, M., Hubli, M.
    Journal: Neurophysiologie Clinique
    Year: 2022
    Cited by: 4

 

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.

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πŸŽ“ 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

πŸ† Achievements

Innovator of the Year 2020: 2nd place for echolocation device project. Falling Walls Lab – 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

πŸ”¬ Research Contributions

Research Projects: Completed and ongoing projects totaling 10 Citation Index: 68 (Russian e-library).  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

🌍 Research Areas

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

πŸ’Ό 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