Dr. Shanshan Lu | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Dalian University of Technology, China

Professional Profile

🎓 Academic and Professional Background

Shanshan Lu earned her degree from the Brain Science Center, Beijing Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, where she trained under the esteemed guidance of Yizheng Wang. Her work focuses on disease mechanisms related to ischemic stroke and the development of effective drug targets. Leveraging molecular docking techniques, she investigates interactions between small molecules and proteins, providing novel insights into disease progression and therapeutic strategies.

🔬Research Interests & Contributions

Dr. Lu’s research focuses on disease mechanisms related to ischemic stroke, aiming to explore new drug targets based on the underlying pathogenesis. One of her notable contributions is in the area of molecular docking, where she works to screen and predict interactions between small molecules and proteins and investigates how signaling pathways play a role in the development of diseases.

Her work also includes groundbreaking findings related to cortisol and its effects on sonic hedgehog (Shh)/SMO-mediated proliferation of lung fibroblasts. Dr. Lu showed how cortisol competes with cholesterol to bind the cysteine-rich domain (CRD) in SMO, ultimately inhibiting Shh/SMO signaling essential for cell proliferation. Her studies on Smoa/a(L116A) mice provided key insights into lung development, revealing abnormalities such as over-proliferation of fibroblasts and a reduction in surfactant proteins.

Publications Top Noted📝

Cortisol regulates neonatal lung development via Smoothened

Authors: Shanshan Lu, Yifei Chen, Jiawen Song, Liangliang Ren, Jun Du, Donglai Shen, Jiayin Peng, Yao Yin, Xia Li, Yuqing Wang et al.

Journal: Respiratory Research

Year: 2025

PKCα phosphorylation of GLT-1 at Ser562/563 induces glutamate excitotoxicity in ischemia in mice

Authors: Yuqing Wang, Jun Du, Shanshan Lu, Xia Li, Yifei Chen, Chao Yuan, Sheng-Tao Hou, Yizheng Wang

Journal: Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy

Year: 2022

Smoothened is a therapeutic target for reducing glutamate toxicity in ischemic stroke

Authors: Yuqing Wang, Shanshan Lu, Yifei Chen, Liang Li, Xia Li, Zhongwei Qu, Junbo Huang, Liu Fan, Chao Yuan, Nan Song et al.

Journal: Science Translational Medicine

Year: 2021

Sonic hedgehog induces GLT-1 degradation via PKC delta to suppress its transporter activities

Authors: Yuqing Wang, Shanshan Lu, Zhongwei Qu, Lin Wu, Yizheng Wang

Journal: Neuroscience

Year: 2017

Dr. Tamara Erceg, Biomolecules, Green Chemistry Advancement Award

Doctorate at Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, Serbia

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🌟Summary

Dr. Tamara Erceg is a dedicated Research Associate at the Faculty of Technology, University of Novi Sad, with extensive experience in polymer science and green chemistry. Her work focuses on the design, synthesis, and modification of polymer materials, emphasizing biodegradable solutions and circular economy principles. She is actively involved in various national and international research projects and conferences, making significant contributions to sustainable materials science.

Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Polymer Science
Department of Materials Engineering, Faculty of Technology, University of Novi Sad (2019)

MSc and Bachelor’s Degree
Department of Pharmaceuticals Engineering, Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, University of Novi Sad (2007-2012)

Professional Experience 🏫

Private Lecturer (2013 - Ongoing)
Subjects: Probability and Statistics, Chemistry

Educational and Pedagogical Work
Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, University of Novi Sad (2016 - Ongoing)
Courses: Synthetic Polymer Chemistry, Technology of Polycondensation Products, Plastic Processing Technology, Rheology and Rheometry, Recycling of Polymer Materials, Composite Materials

Research Associate
Faculty of Technology Novi Sad, University of Novi Sad (Current)
Engaged in research funded by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia. Active in reviewing for top journals and serving on scientific boards.

Research Interests 🔬

Design and synthesis of polymer materials

Green chemistry and circular economy

Recycling of polymeric materials

Biodegradable and edible active packaging

Characterization of polymer materials and stabilization of dispersive systems

Technical Proposals & Projects 💡

Jestivi aktivni filmovi for fresh cherry tomatoes (2023)

Optimization of Parameters for Biodegradable Bags (2024)

Enhancement of Heavy Metal Ion Binding (2020)

Publications📚

Updating the Status Quo on the Eco-Friendly Approach for Antioxidants Recovered from Plant Matrices Using Cloud Point Extraction

Authors: Travičić, V., Cvanić, T., Šovljanski, O., Stupar, A., Ćetković, G.

Journal: Antioxidants

Year: 2024

Comparison of the Properties of Pullulan-Based Active Edible Coatings Implemented for Improving Sliced Cheese Shelf Life

Authors: Erceg, T., Šovljanski, O., Tomić, A., Stupar, A., Baloš, S.

Journal: Polymers

Year: 2024

Preparation and Characterization of PHBV/PCL-Diol Blend Films

Authors: Erceg, T., Rackov, S., Terek, P., Pilić, B.

Journal: Polymers

Year: 2023

Progress in Fruit and Vegetable Preservation: Plant-Based Nanoemulsion Coatings and Their Evolving Trends

Authors: Cvanić, T., Šovljanski, O., Popović, S., Travičić, V., Ćetković, G.

Journal: Coatings

Year: 2023

Hydrolytic and Thermal Stability of Urea-Formaldehyde Resins Based on Tannin and Betaine Bio-Fillers

Authors: Ristić, M., Samaržija-Jovanović, S., Jovanović, V., Marković, G., Marinović-Cincović, M.

Journal: Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology

Year: 2023

Insight on Incorporation of Essential Oils as Antimicrobial Substances in Biopolymer-Based Active Packaging

Authors: Tomić, A., Šovljanski, O., Erceg, T.

Journal: Antibiotics

Year: 2023