Sapna Khowal | Oncology | Women Researcher Award

Ā Dr. Sapna Khowal | Oncology | Women Researcher Award

Dr at Regional Centre for iotechnology, India

Dr. Sapna Khowal is a distinguished researcher with a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Jamia Hamdard. Specializing in molecular oncology, her work focuses on the role of human papillomavirus in oral cancers and the proteomic analysis of cancerous tissues. With over 12 years of experience, she excels in SOP design, data analysis, and research grant writing. Dr. Khowal has published 15 articles and garnered 107 citations. Her research includes a post-doctoral fellowship at UCLA and a recent role at the Regional Centre for Biotechnology. She has received multiple awards, including the First Prize for Science and Technology by Jamia Hamdard.

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šŸŽ“Education:

Ph.D. in Biotechnology (2019), Jamia Hamdard, India Thesis: Role of human papillomavirus in oral cancer and comparative analysis of secretory and cellular proteins in oral squamous cell carcinomaĀ  Supervisors: Dr. Saima Wajid & Prof. Swatantra K. Jain. M.Sc. in Biotechnology (2010), Jamia Hamdard, India. B.Sc. (H) in Microbiology (2008), Delhi University, India

šŸ§ŖExperience:

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (2022-2024), Endocrinology (Heaney Lab), David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA, USA. Project Assistant (2011-2013), Molecular Oncology Lab, Jamia Hamdard, India. Current Role: Project Research Associate-I, Regional Centre for Biotechnology (since June 2024)

šŸŒExpertise:

Techniques: PCR, electrophoresis, microbiological techniques, bio-molecule isolation, animal cell culture, high-throughput screening, immunofluorescence . Data Skills: Data analysis, manuscript writing, SOP designing . Additional Skills: Research grant writing, poster & oral presentations, mentoring

šŸ“šPublications:

Sapna has published 15 articles with over 107 citations, including work in Journal of Neuro-Oncology, Advances in Cancer Biology-Metastasis, and Biotechnology Letters

Awards & Recognitions:

CSIR-UGC NET LS (Multiple Ranks: 30, 38, 52), Research Fellowship in Sciences (BSR scheme, UGC, 2014-2019) , Certificates of Appreciation for publications in RSC Advances and Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution

Publication:šŸ“

  • Title: Mechanism of tumour microenvironment in the progression and development of oral cancer
    Authors: M. Mughees, A. Sengupta, S. Khowal, S. Wajid
    Journal: Molecular Biology Reports
    Year: 2021
    Volume: 48
    Issue: 2
    Pages: 1773-1786
    Citations: 26

 

  • Title: Assessment of cellular and serum proteome from tongue squamous cell carcinoma patient lacking addictive proclivities for tobacco, betel nut, and alcohol: Case study
    Authors: S. Khowal, S.H. Naqvi, S. Monga, S.K. Jain, S. Wajid
    Journal: Journal of Cellular Biochemistry
    Year: 2018
    Volume: 119
    Issue: 7
    Pages: 5186-5221
    Citations: 23

 

  • Title: Role of Smoking-Mediated molecular events in the genesis of oral cancers
    Authors: S. Khowal, S. Wajid
    Journal: Toxicology Mechanisms and Methods
    Year: 2019
    Volume: 29
    Issue: 9
    Pages: 665-685
    Citations: 20

 

  • Title: Assessment of the therapeutic potential of hesperidin and proteomic resolution of diabetes-mediated neuronal fluctuations expediting Alzheimerā€™s disease
    Authors: S. Khowal, M.M.A. Mustufa, N.K. Chaudhary, S.H. Naqvi, S. Parvez, S.K. Jain, …
    Journal: RSC Advances
    Year: 2015
    Volume: 5
    Issue: 58
    Pages: 46965-46980
    Citations: 13

 

  • Title: A report on extensive lateral genetic reciprocation between arsenic resistant Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus pumilus strains analyzed using RAPD-PCR
    Authors: S. Khowal, M.Z. Siddiqui, S. Ali, M.T. Khan, M.A. Khan, S.H. Naqvi, S. Wajid
    Journal: Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution
    Year: 2017
    Volume: 107
    Pages: 443-454
    Citations: 11

 

  • Title: In-silico scrutiny and molecular docking analysis for beta secretase-1 and presenilin-1
    Authors: S. Chandra, S. Khowal, S. Wajid
    Journal: International Journal of Pharma and Bio Sciences
    Year: 2014
    Volume: 5
    Issue: 4
    Pages: 274-292
    Citations: 8

 

  • Title: Prevalence of human papillomavirus type 16 in persistent oral lesions arising in patients with tobacco, areca nut, and alcohol habits
    Authors: S. Khowal, S.K. Jain, S. Wajid
    Journal: Oral Science International
    Year: 2019
    Volume: 16
    Issue: 3
    Pages: 155-166
    Citations: 7

 

  • Title: Molecular winnowing, expressional analyses and interactome scrutiny of cellular proteomes of oral squamous cell carcinoma
    Authors: S. Khowal, S. Monga, S.H. Naqvi, S.K. Jain, S. Wajid
    Journal: Advances in Cancer Biology-Metastasis
    Year: 2021
    Volume: 2
    Article ID: 100003
    Citations: 6

 

  • Title: Comparative genomic analyses of Bacillus subtilis strains to study the biochemical and molecular attributes of nattokinases
    Authors: R. Kapoor, S. Khowal, B.P. Panda, S. Wajid
    Journal: Biotechnology Letters
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 44
    Issue: 3
    Pages: 485-502
    Citations: 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

TANUMA MISTRY | CLINICAL ONCOLOGY | Best Researcher Award

Dr. TANUMA MISTRY | CLINICAL ONCOLOGY | Best Researcher Award

 

Ms at CHITTARANJAN NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE, India

Tanuma Mistry is a dedicated research fellow in the Department of Pathology and Cancer Screening at Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata, India. She holds a Master of Science in Zoology from the University of Calcutta, with extensive research experience in life sciences, specifically cancer research. Tanuma has received prestigious awards, including the SERB International Travel and CSIR-Foreign Travel Grant. She is a member of notable societies such as ESMO, ASCO, and AACR. Tanuma’s research focuses on molecular techniques and targeted therapeutics, contributing significantly to various high-impact publications in the field of oncology.

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Academic Qualification:šŸŽ“

Master of Science (2016): M.Sc. in Zoology from University of Calcutta, Kolkata, India. Ā Marks obtained: 75.1%. Bachelor of Science (2013):
B.Sc. in Zoology from University of Calcutta (Vidyasagar College for Women), Kolkata, India. Marks obtained: 68%. Higher Secondary Examination (10+2): West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE), Kolkata, India. Ariadaha Sarbamangala Balika Vidyalaya
Marks obtained (Best of 4): 70.75%. Secondary Examination (10): West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE), Kolkata, India.
Ariadaha Sarbamangala Balika VidyalayaĀ Marks obtained: 71.75%

Other Qualification:šŸ§¬

CSIR NET-JRF (June 2018) in Life Science (AIR-118). West Bengal State Eligibility Test (WBSET) 2018 in Life Science The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)-XL 2022 in Life Science

Awards:šŸ…

SERB International Travel: ESMO Asia Congress 2023, Singapore. CSIR-Foreign Travel Grant: EBCC-13; Barcelona, Spain. 13th East Zonal Oncology Symposium 2024: 2nd Position in Poster Presentation

Membership of Societies:

The Zoological Society, Kolkata, Ā European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) [Id: 561295], šŸ‡ŗšŸ‡ø American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) [Id: 7278374], Ā American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) [Id: 1304687]

Research Experience:šŸ”¬

2019 – Till Date: CSIR Research Fellow Department of Pathology & Cancer Screening, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute
Registered under Jadavpur University, Department of Life Science and Biotechnology, Kolkata, India

Skills in Laboratory Techniques:

Molecular techniques: Isolation of DNA, RNA, and Protein, PCR, RFLP, RT-PCR, Electrophoresis, Immunohistochemistry, Western Blotting, Northern Blotting, Southern Blotting, DNA sequencing, MTT assay. Computational skills: Operating systems: Windows, Mac Software: Microsoft Office, Statistical Software Sigma Graph & Plot, GraphPad Prism, SPSS, Mendeley, EndNote

Review during M.Sc:

Behavioral Ecology and Conservation Strategies of Greater One-horned Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis):
Under the Supervision of Dr. Rakesh Tamang

Project during M.Sc:

Localized Survey of Two Important Bio-resources (TEA & FISH) Types and Practices at Dooars Region of North Bengal:
Under the Supervision of Dr. Sumit Homechoudhury

Publications Top Notes

  • Title: Emerging futuristic targeted therapeutics: A comprising study towards a new era for the management of TNBC
    Authors: Mistry T, Nath A, Pal R, Ghosh S, Sahoo PK, Mahata S, Sarkar S, Choudhury T, Nath P, Alam N, Nasare VD
    Year: 2024
  • Title: Molecular targets and therapeutics in chemoresistance of triple-negative breast cancer
    Authors: Nath A, Mitra S, Mistry T, Pal R, Nasare VD
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Medical Oncology
    DOI: 10.1007/s12032-021-01610-x
  • Title: Mitotic checkpoint defects: en route to cancer and drug resistance
    Authors: Sarkar S, Sahoo PK, Mahata S, Pal R, Ghosh D, Mistry T, Ghosh S, Bera T, Nasare VD
    Year: 2021
  • Title: PIM1/STAT3 axis: a potential co-targeted therapeutic approach in triple-negative breast cancer
    Authors: Mahata S, Sahoo PK, Pal R, Sarkar S, Mistry T, Ghosh S, Nasare VD
    Year: 2022
    Journal: Medical Oncology
  • Title: Assessment of quality of life among advanced ovarian cancer patients in a tertiary care hospital in India
    Authors: Sarkar S, Sahoo PK, Pal R, Mistry T, Mahata S, Chatterjee P, Vernekar M, Mandal S, Bera T, Nasare VD
    Year: 2022
  • Title: Premalignant and malignant lesions of oral cavity in eastern India: a hospital-based study
    Authors: Sahoo PK, Sarkar S, Ghosh D, Mahata S, Pal R, Mistry T, Ghosh S, Roy A, Bucha H, Mandal S, Nasare VD
    Year: 2021
  • Title: Outcome of 3-year follow-up with induction vs first line chemotherapy in oral cancer patients: An observational hospital-based study
    Authors: Sahoo PK, Bhowmick AK, Sarkar S, Mahata S, Pal R, Mistry T, Ghosh S, Choudhury T, Kumar RS, Mandal S, Datta S, Nath P, Mukherjee KK, Nasare VD
  • Title: Polymorphism of transporter genes contributes to variations in treatment outcomes and adverse events in platinum-based chemotherapy-treated oral cancer patients
    Authors: Sahoo PK, Mistry T, Sarkar S, Ghosh D, Mahata S, Pal R, Ghosh S, Roy A, Bucha H, Mandal S, Datta S, Nasare VD
    Year: 2024
  • Title: Impact of Low BMI and Nutritional Status on Quality of Life and Disease Outcome in Breast Cancer Patients: Insights from a Tertiary Cancer Center in India
    Authors: Mistry T, Pal R, Ghosh S, Choudhury T, Mandal S, Nath P, Alam N, Nasare VD
    Year: 2024

 

Ebru Temiz | cancer research | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr . Ebru Temiz | cancer research | Best Researcher Award

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Profile Summary

A dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Medical Biology and Genetics, with extensive experience in cancer research and therapeutic investigations. Holds a Ph.D. and Master’s degree from Gaziantep University, specializing in miRNA and lncRNA therapies for cancer treatment. Currently serving as a faculty member at Harran University, contributing to educational programs and leading various research projects. Proficient in project management, molecular biology techniques, and data analysis. Passionate about advancing medical science and making meaningful contributions to cancer therapy.

šŸŒ Professional Profiles

šŸ“š Education Information

šŸŽ“ PhD in Medical Biology and Genetics Institution: Gaziantep University, Medical Faculty Department: Medical Biology and Genetics Thesis Title: Investigation of the Therapeutic Effects of miRNAs Targeting CCT3 Gene in Various Cancer Cell Lines Date: 01 September 2016 – 01 November 2020 (4 Years 3 Months) Thesis Advisor: Professor Emel Şahin šŸŽ“ Master’s Degree in Medical Biology and Genetics Institution: Gaziantep University, Medical Faculty Department: Medical Biology and Genetics Thesis Title: Investigation of the Therapeutic Effect of PINK1-AS lncRNA in HCT116 Colon Cancer Cell Line Date: 01 September 2013 – 01 June 2016 (2 Years 10 Months) Thesis Advisor: Professor Serdar Oztuzcu šŸŽ“ Bachelorā€™s Degree in Biology Institution: Gaziantep University Date: 01 September 2008 – 26 June 2012 (3 Years 10 Months) Cumulative Grade Point Average: 3.21 / 4.0

šŸ“ Experience Information

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Faculty Member, Dr. Institution: Harran University Şanlıurfa Health Services Vocational School Department: Medical Services and Techniques, Medical Promotion and Marketing Program Date: 07 September 2022 – Present (11 Months) šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Faculty Member Institution: Harran University Şanlıurfa Health Services Vocational School Department: Medical Services and Techniques, Medical Promotion and Marketing Program Date: 09 March 2017 – Present (6 Years 5 Months) šŸ‘Øā€šŸ”¬ PhD Fellow Institution: Gaziantep University Date: 01 January 2013 – 01 January 2017 (4 Years 1 Month)

šŸ“š Competency

šŸ“– Books Title: Cancer Genetics Authors: E. Temiz, R. Dikme, A. Sarpkaya, D. Taşdemir, C. Okudu, . Bozgeyik & E. Bozgeyik Publication: Nobel Publication, Turkey Date: 01 December 2021 Chapter In Book

šŸ”¬ Projects

Investigation Of Mmh-1’s Anti-Cancer Effect In 4T1 Breast Cancer Mouse Model Position: Project Manager Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Status: Ongoing Investigation Of The Protective Effects Of Green Pistachio (Pistacia Vera L.) Shell Extract On The Heart In Rats With Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiac Damage Position: Researcher Institution: Medical Faculty Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Status: Ongoing Protective Effects Of Fusilin On Heart Damage Induced By Dobutamine In Rats Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Status: Ongoing Effects Of Myo-Inositol And Oxytetracycline Added To The Diluter On Sperm Quality After Thawing Of Frozen Sperm Of Barbus Grypus Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Status: Ongoing Investigation Of Therapeutic Effects Of miRNAs Targeting CCT3 Gene In Various Cancer Cell Lines Position: Researcher Institution: Gaziantep University Sponsor Institution: Gaziantep University (Domestic) Date: 01 May 2019 – 01 November 2020 Investigation Of The Potential Use Of Green Antep Pistachio Shell As A Phytotherapeutic And Dietary Supplement Product Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Development Ministry (Domestic) Date: 01 February 2019 – 01 May 2020 Evaluation Of Polymorphisms In CX3CR1, UQCC And BMP-2 Genes And miR-96 Expression In Patients With Developmental Hip Dysplasia (DHD) Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Date: 01 October 2018 – 01 October 2019 Investigation Of The Anticancer Effect Of Haplophyllum Ptilostylum Plant On Liver Cancer (SNU-423) Cells Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Date: 01 July 2018 – 01 February 2019 Change In Micro-RNA During Cardiopulmonary Bypass Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Date: 01 February 2018 – 01 February 2019 Investigation Of Tissue And Plasma Free Amino Acid And Carnitine Profile In Patients With Pterygium Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Date: 01 January 2018 – 01 January 2019 Equation With Three Unknowns In The Pericardial Fluid And Plasma Of Patients Undergoing Open Heart Surgery: Interleukin 33 (IL33), Fetuin A, And Cytokeratin 18 Relationship Position: Researcher Institution: Harran University Sponsor Institution: Harran University (Domestic) Date: 01 February 2017 – 01 April 2018

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

  1. Title: Cardioprotective Effect Of Pistacia Vera L.(Green Pistachio) Hull Extract In Wistar Albino Rats With Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiac Damage
    • Authors: Ersƶz, M. S., Aydin, Y., Hacanli, N., KankiliƧ, N., Koyuncu, ., GĆ¼ldĆ¼r, M. E., Temiz, E., Ƈakmak, Y., Eč, K., Dikme, R., Padak, M.
    • Journal: Anatolian Journal Of Cardiology
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 27
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 2149-2263

 

  1. Title: Local Myelin Damage In The Hippocampus Fluctuates Gut Microbiome Profile And Memory
    • Authors: Bostancıoğlu, M., Kaplan, D. S., Temiz, E., Y, G. T.
    • Journal: Journal Of Psychiatric Research
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 158
    • Pages: 392-402

 

  1. Title: Novel Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Of Teucrium Polium Suppress The Malignant Progression Of Gastric Cancer Cells Through Modulating Apoptotic Signaling Pathways And Epithelial To Mesenchymal Transition
    • Authors: Elmastaş, E., Temiz, E., Koyuncu, ., Erdal, B., Koyuncu, ., Tem Z, C., Bozgeyik, E.
    • Journal: Gene
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 853
    • Pages: 147091

 

  1. Title: Protective Effects Of Fuziline On Dobutamine-Induced Heart Damage In Mice
    • Authors: Hacanli, Y., Aydin, M. S., Ersƶz, E. K., KankiliƧ, N., Koyuncu, ., GĆ¼ldĆ¼r, M. E., Temiz, E., Dikme, R., Eč, K., Ƈakmak, Y., Padak, M.
    • Journal: Brazilian Journal Of Cardiovascular Surgery
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 38
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: E20220251

 

  1. Title: Asprosin And Oxidative Stress Level In Covid-19 Patients
    • Authors: Seyhanlı, E. S., Koyuncu, I., Yasak, I. H., Dem, H. R., Temiz, E.
    • Journal: Clinical Laboratory
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 68
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1-6

 

  1. Title: Cedrus Libani Tar Prompts Reactive Oxygen Species Toxicity And Dna Damage In Colon Cancer Cells
    • Authors: Temiz, E., Eg, K., Koyuncu, I., Yuksekdag, O., Kurt, Y., Ken, M. T., Akmese, S.
    • Journal: Molecular Biology Reports
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume:
    • Pages:
    • DOI: 0301-4851

 

  1. Title: Examination Of Carnitine Metabolism In Different Breast Cancer Cell Lines
    • Authors: Akmeşe, Ş., Temiz, E., Koyuncu, ., Taşkıran, H., TĆ¼ysĆ¼z, M. Z.
    • Journal: Harran University Medical Faculty Journal
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 19
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 1-7

 

  1. Title: Intracellular Ph-Mediated Induction Of Apoptosis In Hela Cells By A Sulfonamide Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
    • Authors: Koyuncu, I., Temiz, E., Durgun, M., Kocy G T, A., Yuksekdag, O., Supuran, C. T.
    • Journal: International Journal Of Biological Macromolecules
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 201
    • Pages: 37-46

 

  1. Title: Examination Of The Anticancer Activity Of Pecan (Carya Illinoensis) Shell
    • Authors: Akkafa, F., Hayırlı, Z., Temiz, E., Koyuncu, .
    • Journal: Harran University Medical Faculty Journal
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 19
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 131-136

 

  1. Title: Silencing Of Tp73-As1 Impairs Prostate Cancer Cell Proliferation And Induces Apoptosis Via Regulation Of Tp73
  • Authors: Arslan, A., Batar, B., Temiz, E., Tozk R, H., Koyuncu, I., Bozgeyik, E.
  • Journal: Molecular Biology Reports
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 49
  • Issue: 7
  • Pages: 6859-6869