Dr. Mary Tsikitis | Intermediate Filaments | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mary Tsikitis | Intermediate Filaments | Best Researcher Award

Biomedical Research Foundation Academy of Athens | Greece

Dr. Mary Tsikitis is an accomplished molecular geneticist whose research bridges molecular oncology and regenerative medicine. She earned her B.S. in Biochemistry with a minor in Mathematics from Tufts University and completed her M.S. and Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where she developed pioneering mouse models to study the tumor suppressor function of INI1/hSNF5, contributing to a PNAS 2005 publication. Her postdoctoral work at New York University’s Cancer Institute explored the molecular mechanisms of myogenesis, revealing key interactions between MyoD1, NFkB, E2f3b, and XBP1 pathways. At the Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens, she advanced from Senior Research Associate to Independent Investigator, focusing on cardiac regeneration, the role of Desmin in cardiomyogenic differentiation, and the therapeutic potential of α-crystallin in cardiomyopathies. Dr. Tsikitis has supervised numerous graduate and postgraduate researchers and contributed to biotechnology education at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Her scientific excellence has been recognized with several honors, including the ELIDEK Postdoctoral Fellowship, ONASSIO Joint Grant, and multiple presentation awards. Through her interdisciplinary work, she continues to advance molecular insights into cardiac and muscular diseases, driving innovation in therapeutic regeneration.

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Featured Publications

Tsikitis, M., Diokmetzidou, A., Liakopoulos, P., Karipidou, M., Kokkinopoulos, I., Vatsellas, G., Kloukina, I., Kolovos, P., & Capetanaki, Y. (2025). “Molecular insights into the role of desmin intermediate filament network in chromatin landscape, cardiomyocyte differentiation, and maturation.” Cell Death & Disease.

Kerdidani, D., Chouvardas, P., Rocanin Arjo, A., Giopanou, I., Ntaliarda, G., Guo, Y. A., Tsikitis, M., Kazamias, G., Potaris, K., Stathopoulos, G. T., et al. (2019). “Wnt1 silences chemokine genes in dendritic cells and induces adaptive immune resistance in lung adenocarcinoma.” Nature Communications.

Capetanaki, Y., Papathanasiou, S., Diokmetzidou, A., Vatsellas, G., & Tsikitis, M. (2015). “Desmin related disease: a matter of cell survival failure.” Current Opinion in Cell Biology.

Prof. Inho Bae | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Inho Bae | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Chosun University | South Korea

Dr. Inho Bae is a distinguished Research Professor at Chosun University, renowned for his pioneering work in biomedical materials and cardiovascular stent technology. He earned his advanced degrees in materials science and biomedical engineering, building a strong foundation for his career in medical device innovation. Over the years, Dr. Bae has gained extensive research and academic experience, contributing significantly to the fields of biomaterials, polymer science, and cardiovascular therapeutics. His research focuses on developing advanced stent designs, drug delivery systems, and surface modification techniques to enhance anti-thrombogenicity and endothelialization. He has also led studies on polymer-free and biodegradable coating technologies, aiming to improve stent performance and patient safety through translational applications. His work bridges fundamental science with clinical impact, making meaningful advancements in biomedical engineering and healthcare innovation. Recognized for his achievements, Dr. Bae has received multiple honors including the Excellence in Biomedical Research Award, Patent Commercialization Award, Innovative Researcher Award, and Technology Transfer Achievement Award. His dedication to translational research and interdisciplinary collaboration continues to advance medical technology, shaping the future of cardiovascular treatment and biomaterials science.

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Featured Publication

Drug release control and anti-inflammatory effect of biodegradable polymer surface modified by gas phase chemical functional reaction, Biomedical Materials (Bristol).

Mr. Haymanot Tewabe | Medical Laboratory | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Haymanot Tewabe | Medical Laboratory | Best Researcher Award

Charles Darwin University | Australia

Mr. Haymanot Tewabe is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Clinical Chemistry, with a strong background in medical laboratory science and clinical diagnostics. He holds a Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (Clinical Chemistry) from Addis Ababa University, a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology from Jimma University, and a Higher Diploma in Teaching Education Program and Strategy from Debre Markos University. Since 2017, he has been serving as a Lecturer at Debre Markos University, College of Medicine and Health Science, where he teaches and conducts research in Clinical Chemistry, Endocrinology, Urinalysis, and Toxicology. His earlier professional experience includes serving as a Senior and Junior Medical Laboratory Technologist, where he gained extensive expertise in analytical techniques such as chromatography, electrophoresis, spectrophotometry, and qPCR. He has also actively participated in community service, including HIV VCT programs and COVID-19 RT-PCR testing initiatives. Mr. Tewabe has received several recognitions, including Best Oral Presenter at Wollega University’s National Research Conference, Best Poster Presenter at the Ethiopian Medical Laboratory Association Conference, and Best Performance as Quality Officer by ISO Accreditation. His research interests lie in biochemical diagnostics, molecular techniques, and laboratory quality systems, contributing significantly to healthcare advancement in Ethiopia.

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Featured Publications

Tewabe, H., Yenesew, A., & Mitiku, A. (2024). Gestational diabetes mellitus and its association with ABO blood group type among pregnant women with pregnancy-induced hypertension in Northwest Ethiopia: A comparative study. Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health, November 2024.

Tegegne, B. A., Adugna, A., Yenet, A., Belay, W. Y., Yibeltal, Y., Dagne, A., Teffera, Z. H., Amare, G. A., Abebaw, D., Tewabe, H., et al. (2024). A critical review on diabetes mellitus type 1 and type 2 management approaches: from lifestyle modification to current and novel targets and therapeutic agents. Frontiers in Endocrinology, October 18, 2024.

Tewabe, H., Mitiku, A., & Yenesew, A. (2024). Validation of the efficacy of pooled serum for serum glucose in-house quality control material in comparison with commercial internal quality control in clinical chemistry laboratory. Practical Laboratory Medicine, March 2024.

Mitiku, A., Solomon, Z., Gidisa, B., Gebeyhu, K., Tewabe, H., Shenkute, D., Kassa, M., & Gize, A. (2023). Prevalence, antibiotic susceptibility pattern, and associated factors of enteric bacterial pathogens among HIV-infected patients with diarrhea attending the ART Clinic of Dilla University Referral Hospital, Southern Ethiopia. Infection and Drug Resistance, June 2023.

Tewabe, H., Birhanu, M. Y., Habtegiorgis, S. D., Gietaneh, W., Alemu, S., Tsegaye, T. B., Bekele, G. M., Abebaw, A., Dilnessa, T., Elmneh, H. T., et al. (2022). Magnitude and associated factors of urinary tract infections among adults living with HIV in Ethiopia: Systematic review and meta-analysis. PLOS ONE, April 1, 2022.

Tewabe, H., Mitiku, A., & Worku, H. (2022). Assessment of blood transfusion utilization and patient outcomes at Yekatit-12 Hospital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Journal of Blood Medicine, March 2022.

Tewabe, H. (2021). Establishment of reference interval for selected clinical chemistry parameters in apparently healthy adults in Sekela and Burie woredas, Ethiopia. Clinical Practice, 2021.