Mourad ELGOULLI | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mourad ELGOULLI | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Docteur Mourad ELGOULLI, Université Sultan Moulay Slimane, Morocco

Dr. Mourad Elgoulli is a microbiologist specializing in biofilm formation and water quality management. With expertise in biology, chemistry, and biochemical analysis, he applies quality standards in research and industry. His work focuses on microbial adhesion in drinking water systems, developing anti-biofilm strategies. As an Educational Specialist at the Ministry of National Education, he also contributes to academia. His research spans microbiological contamination, food safety, and industrial hygiene. Dr. Elgoulli has published extensively in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences. His contributions advance safe water practices and microbial contamination prevention.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

PhD in Biology/Microbiology (2022) – Sultan Moulay Slimane University; Research on biofilm formation in drinking water pipes. Master in Science & Technology (2017) – Specialization in food industry quality management and microbiological control. BSc in Food Technology (2015) – Focus on molecular biology, microbiology, and food quality control. DEUST in Biology, Chemistry & Geology (2014) – Strong foundation in biochemistry and microbiological analysis. High School Diploma in Life & Earth Sciences (2012).

💼 Experience

Educational Specialist (2021-Present) – Ministry of National Education, Preschool & Sport, managing educational administration. Research Intern (2017) – Bioprocesses & Biointerfaces Laboratory, studying milk contamination and bacterial adhesion. Industry Trainee (2015) – Safilait Dairy, investigating Cleaning In Place (CIP) system efficiency and microbiological hygiene.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Multiple high-impact publications in microbiology journals. Recognition at international microbiology conferences. Academic achievements in microbial adhesion and biofilm disruption research. Contributor to environmental health research projects.

🔍 Research Focus

Biofilm formation & prevention in drinking water systems. Microbial adhesion to industrial surfaces. Food industry contamination and hygiene. Water disinfection & pathogen control using chlorine-based methods. Microbial ecology & environmental microbiology applications.

Publication Top Notes

  • Theoretical adhesion of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli on some plumbing materials in presence of distilled water or tap water (2021) – M. Elgoulli, O. Aitlahbib, S. Tankiouine, A. Assaidi, M. E. Louali, H. Zahir, … – Folia Microbiologica 66, 607-613 (12 citations).

 

  • Effect of chemical compounds in water on surface properties and adhesion capacity of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli in turbulent conditions (2021) – M. Elgoulli, H. Zahir, O. Aitlahbib, M. Ellouali, H. Latrache – Water SA 47 (4), 430–436 (4 citations).

 

  • Influence of surface properties of resins used as binders for coatings on the theoretical and experimental adhesion of bacteria (2023) – M. Elgoulli, C. Zanane, S. Lekchiri, H. Zahir, M. El Louali, M. Mabrouki, … – Progress in Organic Coatings 175, 107374 (3 citations).

 

  • Effect of water temperature on surfaces’ physicochemical properties and adhesion of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in turbulence conditions (2020) – M. Elgoulli, S. Tankiouine, O. Aitlahbib, H. Zahir, M. El Louali, H. Latrache – Eurasian Journal of Biosciences 14 (2), 7245-7251 (3 citations).

 

  • Chlorination of Pseudomonas aeruginosa in potable water (2024) – M. Elgoulli, H. Zahir, M. Ellouali, H. Latrache – International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 1-8 (1 citation).

 

  • Disruption of Pseudomonas aeruginosa Adherent Cells by NaCl and NaOCl in Drinking Water (2023) – M. Elgoulli, H. Zahir, M. Ellouali, H. Latrache – Current Microbiology 80 (5), 138 (1 citation).

 

  • Biocontamination Risk of Staphylococcus aureus in Dairy Manufacturing Presence of Two Types of UHT Milk (2020) – S. Tankiouine, H. Zahir, M. El Goulli, K. El Fazazi, A. Assaidi, T. Hakim, … – Food and Nutrition Sciences 11 (8), 824-835 (1 citation).

 

  • Reversal of NaCl effect on Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli bacterial adherents (2025) – M. Elgoulli, S. Lekchiri, T. Hakim, C. Zanane, S. Mitro, M. Ellouali, … – International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives, 103947.

 

  • Control of Olive Tuberculosis Trees with Olive Mill Wastewater: Inhibition of Pseudomonas savastanoi Adhesion (2024) – S. Mitro, T. Hakim, O. Ameslek, C. Zanane, D. Mazigh, M. Elgoulli, M. El Louali, … – Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research 8 (6).

 

  • Study of conditioning film of 316L stainless steel treated with two types of UHT milk using contact angle method and infrared spectroscopy (2023) – S. Tankiouine, H. Zahir, M. El Goulli, K. El Fazazi, S. Soufiani, F. Hamadi, … – Moroccan Journal of Chemistry 11 (1), 11-1 (2023) 95-104.

 

Chandan Shivamalli | Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

Assoc Prof Dr. Chandan Shivamalli | Life Sciences | Excellence in Research

 

Assoc Prof Dr at JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research India

Assoc Prof Dr Chandan S is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Mysore and currently serves as an Assistant Professor and Coordinator at Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara University. Assoc Prof Dr. Chandan has extensive research experience, having worked on projects funded by prestigious agencies like DST-SERB and ICMR. He has led various projects, including studies on anti-mucosal inflammatory effects, Alzheimer’s disease therapy, and leptospiral peptidomimetics. Assoc Prof Dr. Chandan’s contributions to the field have earned him awards such as the DST-SERB Young Scientist Award and the ICMR Senior Research Fellowship.

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📚 Educational Qualification

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) University / College: University of Mysore, JSS College, Mysore Period: 2002-2005. M.Sc University / College: University of Mysore, JSS College, Mysore Period: 2005-2007 . Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) University / College: Vinayaka Missions University (Deemed), Vinayaka Missions University Period: 2007-2008 . Ph.D University / College: University of Mysore, University of Mysore Period: 2010-2013

💼 Work Experience

1. Project Directorate on Animal Disease Monitoring and Surveillance, ICAR Designation / Department: Post Graduate Research Assistant Period: June 02, 2007 – March 31, 2010 Duration: 2 Years 9 Months. 2. Department of Studies in Biotechnology Designation / Department: Project Fellow Period: May 17, 2010 – May 21, 2011 Duration: 1 Year 0 Months. 3. Indian Council for Medical Research Designation / Department: Senior Research Fellow Period: May 21, 2011 – December 13, 2013 Duration: 2 Years 7 Months. 4. Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara University Designation / Department: Lecturer, Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Period: December 13, 2013 – January 31, 2016 Duration: 2 Years 1 Month 5. Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara University Designation / Department: Assistant Professor & Coordinator, Biotechnology & Bioinformatics Period: February 01, 2016 – Till Date Duration: 5 Years 9 Months

🏆 Awards

1. DST-SERB Young Scientist Awarding Agency: DST-SERB, Purpose of Award: Sanction of Project, Award Type: National, Award Date: June 1, 2016 2. Senior Research Fellow Awarding Agency: ICMR, Purpose of Award: To pursue PhD, Award Type: National, Award Date: May 21, 2011

🔬 Projects

1. Evaluation of anti-mucosal inflammatory effect of Acacia fernesiana using Zebra fish as model organism Principal Investigator: Dr. Chandan S Duration: 1 Year(s) Institute: School of Life Sciences – Mysuru Department: Biotechnology & Bioinformatics 2. A prospective study of synergistic effect of combination therapy of FDA approved drugs and in silico characterization against Alzheimer’s disease Principal Investigator: Dr. Chandan S Duration: 2 Year(s) Institute: School of Life Sciences – Mysuru Department: Biotechnology & Bioinformatics 3. Genomic and proteomic analysis of outer membrane vesicles from clinical isolates of Leptospira and development of antileptospiral peptidomimetics Principal Investigator: Dr. Chandan SDuration: 3 Year(s) Institute: Faculty of Life Sciences [FLS] Department: Bioinformatics [BIOINFO]

Publications Top Notes📝

 

  • Title: A systematic review on ethnopharmacology, phytochemistry and pharmacological aspects of Thymus vulgaris Linn.
    Authors: SM Patil, R Ramu, PS Shirahatti, C Shivamallu, RG Amachawadi
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume and Issue: 7(5)
    Article Number: 134

 

  • Title: Antiviral and immunomodulatory activity of curcumin: A case for prophylactic therapy for COVID-19
    Authors: RK Thimmulappa, KK Mudnakudu-Nagaraju, C Shivamallu, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume and Issue: 7(2)
    Article Number: 133

 

  • Title: Bioactive compounds effective against type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review
    Authors: C Egbuna, CG Awuchi, G Kushwaha, M Rudrapal, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry
    Volume and Issue: 21(12)
    Pages: 1067-1095

 

  • Title: In silico evaluation of flavonoids as effective antiviral agents on the spike glycoprotein of SARS-CoV-2
    Authors: AS Jain, P Sushma, C Dharmashekar, MS Beelagi, SK Prasad, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences
    Volume and Issue: 28(1)
    Pages: 1040-1051

 

  • Title: Genetic typing of recent classical swine fever isolates from India
    Authors: SS Patil, D Hemadri, BP Shankar, AG Raghavendra, H Veeresh, …
    Year: 2010
    Journal: Veterinary Microbiology
    Volume and Issue: 141(3-4)
    Pages: 367-373

 

  • Title: Genistein: a potent anti-breast cancer agent
    Authors: SS Bhat, SK Prasad, C Shivamallu, KS Prasad, A Syed, P Reddy, CA Cull, …
    Year: 2021
    Journal: Current Issues in Molecular Biology
    Volume and Issue: 43(3)
    Pages: 1502-1517

 

  • Title: Palladium (II) complexes as biologically potent metallo-drugs: Synthesis, spectral characterization, DNA interaction studies and antibacterial activity
    Authors: KS Prasad, LS Kumar, S Chandan, RMN Kumar, HD Revanasiddappa
    Year: 2013
    Journal: Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
    Volume: 107
    Pages: 108-116

 

  • Title: Aqueous Extract of Saraca indica Leaves in the Synthesis of Copper Oxide Nanoparticles: Finding a Way towards Going Green
    Authors: KS Prasad, A Patra, G Shruthi, S Chandan
    Year: 2017
    Journal: Journal of Nanotechnology
    Volume and Issue: 2017(1)
    Article Number: 7502610

 

  • Title: Quinazolinones linked amino acids derivatives as a new class of promising antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents
    Authors: KP Rakesh, S Ramesh, HMM Kumar, S Chandan, DC Gowda
    Year: 2015
    Journal: European Journal of Chemistry
    Volume and Issue: 6(3)
    Pages: 254-260

 

  • Title: Diorganotin(IV) complexes of biologically potent 4(3H)-quinazolinone derived Schiff bases: Synthesis, spectroscopic characterization, DNA interaction studies and …
    Authors: KS Prasad, LS Kumar, S Chandan, B Jayalakshmi, HD Revanasiddappa
    Year: 2011
    Journal: Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
    Volume and Issue: 81(1)