Shakti Rath | Medical Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shakti Rath | Medical Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor (Microbiology & Research), Institute of Dental Sciences, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University) India

Dr. Shakti Rath is an Associate Professor in Microbiology & Research at the Faculty of Dental Sciences & Nursing, Siksha β€˜O’ Anusandhan, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. With over 16 years of teaching and 15 years of research experience, Dr. Rath specializes in antimicrobial resistance, oral microbiology, and medicinal plant-based therapies. As a PhD coordinator and research mentor, he has guided numerous theses and projects. Dr. Rath is a passionate educator and scientist, actively contributing to microbiology and biotechnology’s advancement in biomedical research.

Publication Profile

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πŸŽ“ Education

PhD in Microbiology, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar, 2015. M.Sc. in Microbiology, Bangalore University, 2008. PG Diploma in Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Jain Institute, Bangalore, 2006. B.Sc. in Microbiology, Bangalore University, 2005. 12th & 10th: BJEM School, CBSE, Bhubaneswar, 1999 & 2001

πŸ’Ό Experience

Associate Professor: Faculty of Dental Sciences, SOA University, 2020-present. Assistant Professor: Faculty of Dental Sciences, SOA University, 2018-2020. Course Coordinator: UG Biotechnology, MITS School, 2017. Research Fellow: CSIR, 2012-2015. Project Assistant: DST, 2011-2012

πŸ† Awards & Honors

Young Researcher Award: Institute of Scholars, 2020. Lifetime Membership: Microbiologist Society, India, 2022. Professional Membership: Institute of Scholars, 2020. Recognition for contributions to microbiology and biotechnology research.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus

Antimicrobial resistance and multidrug-resistant bacteria. Medicinal plant-based antibacterial therapies. Oral microbiology, focusing on bacterial infections. Molecular characterization of pathogenic microorganisms. Promoting translational research for biomedical innovation.

πŸ…Conclusion

Dr. Shakti Rath is undoubtedly a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. His substantial contributions to microbiology, especially in the study of multidrug-resistant bacteria and antimicrobial properties, have had a significant impact on both academia and the healthcare industry. His ongoing dedication to research, coupled with his role in guiding the next generation of researchers, makes him a deserving candidate for recognition. By expanding his research horizons and fostering more global collaborations, Dr. Rath can continue to lead and inspire innovations in biomedical science.

Publication Top Notes

    1. Surveillance of ESBL producing multidrug resistant Escherichia coli in a teaching hospital in India
      2014, S Rath, D Dubey, MC Sahu, NK Debata, RN Padhy
      Citations: 54

     

    1. Antimicrobials of plant origin against TB and other infections and Economics of plant drugs – Introspection
      2012, D Dubey, S Rath, MC Sahu, NK Debata, RN Padhy
      Citations: 51

     

    1. Growth, metabolism and yield of rice cultivated in soils amended with fly ash and cyanobacteria and metal loads in plant parts
      2016, RN Padhy, N Nayak, RR Dash-Mohini, S Rath, RK Sahu
      Citations: 44

     

    1. Antibacterial efficacy of five medicinal plants against multidrug-resistant enteropathogenic bacteria infecting under-5 hospitalized children
      2015, S Rath, RN Padhy
      Citations: 40

     

    1. Surveillance of multidrug resistance of 6 uropathogens in a teaching hospital and in vitro control by 25 ethnomedicinal plants used by an aborigine of India
      2012, S Rath, D Dubey, MC Sahu, NK Debata, RN Padhy
      Citations: 39

     

    1. A report on infection dynamics of inducible clindamycin resistance of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from a teaching hospital in India
      2013, D Dubey, S Rath, MC Sahu, S Rout, NK Debata, RN Padhy
      Citations: 34

     

    1. Probioticsβ€”A complete oral healthcare package
      2020, S Mishra, S Rath, N Mohanty
      Citations: 33

     

    1. Prevalence of fluoroquinolone resistance in Escherichia coli in an Indian teaching hospital and adjoining communities
      2015, S Rath, RN Padhy
      Citations: 31

     

    1. Prevalence of two multidrug-resistant Klebsiella species in an Indian teaching hospital and adjoining community
      2014, S Rath, RN Padhy
      Citations: 27

     

    1. Status of multidrug resistance in tubercle bacillus and phytochemicals for the control
      2013, D Dubey, S Rath, MC Sahu, N Nayak, NK Debata, RN Padhy
      Citations: 26

     

    1. Which value should be used as the lethal concentration 50 (LC50) with bacteria?
      2011, S Rath, MC Sahu, D Dubey, NK Debata, RN Padhy
      Citations: 26

     

    1. Monitoring in vitro antibacterial efficacy of Terminalia alata Heyne ex. Roth, against MDR enteropathogenic bacteria isolated from clinical samples
      2013, S Rath, RN Padhy
      Citations: 25

     

    1. Surveillance of multidrug resistance of 10 enteropathogens in a teaching hospital and in vitro efficacy of 25 ethnomedicinal plants used by an Indian aborigine
      2012, S Rath, RN Padhy
      Citations: 19

     

    1. Antagonism at combined effects of chemical fertilizers and carbamate insecticides on the rice-field N-fixing cyanobacterium Cylindrospermum sp. in vitro
      2014, RN Padhy, N Nayak, S Rath
      Citations: 18

     

    1. Probit analysis of carbamate-pesticide-toxicity at soil-water interface to N2-fixing cyanobacterium Cylindrospermum sp
      2015, RN Padhy, S Rath
      Citations: 15

     

    1. Analysis of oral health complications in diabetic patients–a diagnostic perspective
      2018, S Mohanty, N Mohanty, S Rath
      Citations: 12

     

    1. Prevalence of rotaviral diarrhoea in under-five hospitalized children in a tertiary care hospital of Eastern India
      2015, R Sarangi, S Rath, M Dash, B Rath, RK Lenka, RN Padhy
      Citations: 11

     

Zeinab Bolboli | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Β Dr. Zeinab Bolboli | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Shiraz University Iran

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Zeinab Bolboli is a distinguished researcher specializing in Plant Pathology, with a Ph.D. from Shiraz University. Their expertise encompasses mycology, plant virology, and advanced research methods. Zeinab’s innovative work includes identifying causal agents of plant diseases and evaluating crop susceptibility, earning recognition as the top Ph.D. student and for their dissertation. They’ve demonstrated excellence in teaching and have conducted various workshops, showcasing proficiency in bioinformatics and scientific photography. With a comprehensive skill set in microscopy, bioinformatics, and molecular characterization, Zeinab is poised to continue making significant contributions to the field of plant pathology.🌟

 

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Education and Academic Achievements πŸŽ“

πŸ“š Postdoctoral Researcher: Shiraz University, INSF (4016120)

  • PhD: Plant Pathology (Mycology), Department of Plant Protection, Shiraz University, Iran (2016-Present)
    • Dissertation: Identification of the Causal Agent of Fig Canker and Evaluation of Susceptibility of Iranian Fig Cultivars to the Disease.
    • Main courses: Advanced Mycology II, Advanced Applied Mycology, Genetics of Plant Pathogens, and more.
  • MSc: Plant Pathology (Mycology), Department of Plant Protection, Shiraz University, Iran (2013-2016)
    • Thesis: Phylogenetic relationships and taxonomic characteristics of Pythium spp. isolates in cereal fields of Fars Province.
    • Main courses: Advanced Mycology I, Plant Virology, Plant Disease Management, and more.
  • BSc: Plant Protection, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran (2007-2011)
    • Main courses: General and Advanced Plant Pathology, Mycology, Nematology, and more.
  • Diploma: Science, Alzahra High School, Kermanshah, Iran (2003-2006)

Teaching and Awards πŸ†

Received Top Student awards for both PhD and BSc.Recognized for having the top PhD dissertation at Shiraz University in 2023.Served as a Teaching Assistant for various courses including Advanced Mycology and General Plant Pathology.Supervised graduate theses and conducted workshops on scientific topics.

Workshops Attended and Skills πŸ’Ό

Participated in workshops on RNA-Seq data analysis, Real-time PCR, Primer Designing, and more.Held workshops on Scientific Digital Photography and Diagnosis of Plant Disease.Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Bioinformatics tools, and scientific photography.

Publications Top Notes πŸ“

  1. Title: Development of PCR-based assays for the detection of the evident and latent infection with Stilbocrea banihashemiana, the causal agent of fruit tree cankers
    • Journal: Crop Protection
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.cropro.2024.106677
    • Contributors: Hamed Negahban; Zeinab Bolboli; Reza Mostowfizadeh-Ghalamfarsa

 

  1. Title: First report of Peroneutypa scoparia associated with canker disease on Ficus carica in northern Iran
    • Journal: New Disease Reports
    • Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1002/ndr2.12201
    • Contributors: M. Ghaedi; Z. Bolboli; Reza Mostowfizadeh-Ghalamfarsa

 

  1. Title: Susceptibility of fig cultivars to Diaporthe canker in Iran
    • Journal: Plant Pathology
    • Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1111/ppa.13687
    • Contributors: Zeinab Bolboli; Reza Mostowfizadeh-Ghalamfarsa; Moslem Jafari; Ali Sarkhosh

 

  1. Title: Neocosmospora caricae sp. nov. and N. metavorans, two new stem and trunk canker pathogens on Ficus carica in Iran
    • Journal: Mycological Progress
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1007/s11557-022-01834-9
    • Contributors: Zeinab Bolboli; Reza Mostowfizadeh-Ghalamfarsa; Marcelo Sandoval-Denis; Moslem Jafari; Pedro W. Crous

 

  1. Title: Stilbocrea banihashemiana sp. nov. a New Fungal Pathogen Causing Stem Cankers and Twig Dieback of Fruit Trees
    • Journal: Journal of Fungi
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.3390/jof8070694
    • Contributors: Zeinab Bolboli; Behnaz Tavakolian; Reza Mostowfizadeh-Ghalamfarsa; Moslem Jafari; Santa Olga Cacciola