Helton Santiago | Inflammation | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Helton Santiago | Inflammation | Research Excellence Award

Federal University of Minas Gerais | Brazil

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Helton Santiago is a distinguished immunologist whose career bridges clinical research, infectious disease immunology, and vaccine development. He earned his medical degree followed by a master’s and Ph.D. in Immunology of Infectious Diseases, later completing advanced postdoctoral training in leading U.S. institutions, where he deepened his expertise in parasitic diseases, allergy, and immune regulation. Over the years, he has held key academic and research positions, including roles at renowned universities and national research institutes, contributing to major programs in dengue, Zika, COVID-19, helminth infections, Chagas disease, and leishmaniasis. His experience spans directing clinical trials, leading Phase I–III vaccine studies, developing early-stage vaccine candidates, and conducting translational research on regulatory T cells, cytokines, biomarkers, allergy, inflammation, and cancer immunology. His scientific leadership is reflected in service on ethics committees, biosafety boards, IRBs, and clinical trial oversight groups. Dr. Santiago’s innovative contributions have earned multiple national and international awards, including recognitions for medical innovation, scientific merit, and outstanding doctoral research. His work continues to advance understanding of immune mechanisms and support the development of groundbreaking vaccines and therapeutic strategies, reinforcing his role as a prominent figure in global immunology and translational medicine.

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Featured Publications

Bafica, A., Santiago, H. C., Goldszmid, R., Ropert, C., Gazzinelli, R. T., & Sher, A. (2006). “TLR9 and TLR2 signaling together account for MyD88-dependent control of parasitemia in Trypanosoma cruzi infection” in The Journal of Immunology.

Diemert, D. J., Pinto, A. G., Freire, J., Jariwala, A., Santiago, H., Hamilton, R. G., Periago, M. V., Loukas, A., Tribolet, L., Mulvenna, J., Correa-Oliveira, R., Hotez, P. J., & Bethony, J. M. (2012). “Generalized urticaria induced by the Na-ASP-2 hookworm vaccine: implications for the development of vaccines against helminths” in Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

Canesso, M. C. C., Lemos, L., Neves, T. C., Marim, F. M., Castro, T. B. R., Veloso, É. S., Queiroz, C. P., Ahn, J., Santiago, H. C., Martins, F. S., Alves-Silva, J., Ferreira, E., Cara, D. C., Vieira, A. T., Barber, G. N., Oliveira, S. C., & Faria, A. M. C. (2018). “The cytosolic sensor STING is required for intestinal homeostasis and control of inflammation” in Mucosal Immunology.

Dos Santos, P. V. A., Roffê, E., Santiago, H. C., Torres, R. A., Marino, A. P. M. P., Paiva, C. N., Silva, A. A., Gazzinelli, R. T., & Lannes-Vieira, J. (2001). “Prevalence of CD8⁺ αβ T cells in Trypanosoma cruzi-elicited myocarditis is associated with acquisition of CD62L⁻LFA-1⁺VLA-4⁺ activation phenotype and expression of IFN-γ” in Microbes and Infection.

Santiago, H. C., Feng, C. G., Bafica, A., Roffe, E., Arantes, R. M., Cheever, A., Taylor, G., Vieira, L. Q., Aliberti, J., Gazzinelli, R. T., & Sher, A. (2005). “Mice deficient in LRG-47 display enhanced susceptibility to Trypanosoma cruzi infection associated with defective hemopoiesis and intracellular control of parasite growth” in The Journal of Immunology.

Bethony, J. M., Simon, G., Diemert, D. J., Parenti, D., Desrosiers, A., Schuck, S., Fujiwara, R., Santiago, H., & Hotez, P. J. (2008). “Randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial of the Na-ASP-2 hookworm vaccine in unexposed adults” in Vaccine.

Aléxia Thamara Gasparin | Diagnostic | Research Excellence Award

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Mrs. Aléxia Thamara Gasparin | Diagnostic | Research Excellence Award

Hilab | Brazil

Mrs. Aléxia Thamara Gasparin is a dedicated biotechnology and pharmacology professional whose academic and research journey reflects strong commitment to scientific advancement and health innovation. She holds a technical qualification in Biotechnology and Industrial Bioprocesses from SENAI-PR, a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR), and a Master’s degree in Pharmacology from UFPR. Throughout her education, she developed extensive laboratory expertise, particularly in evaluating the pharmacological potential and adverse effects of bioactive compounds, and she actively participated in specialized training programs in pharmacology, psychopharmacotherapy, epigenetics, and animal handling. Her professional experience includes significant contributions to research projects focused on antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory mechanisms, as well as the development of interactive and didactic scientific materials. She also played a key role in science outreach and health-related extension activities. Currently, she is part of the research and development team at Hilab, where she contributes to the innovation of remotely operated laboratory tests (RTL) and internationally patented products designed to expand access to healthcare technologies in Brazil. Her achievements include top rankings and awards in scientific presentation events, highlighting her proficiency and dedication. Aléxia continues to build a meaningful career focused on pharmacology, biotechnology, and health democratization.

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Pharmacological Interaction Between Cannabidiol and Tramadol on Experimental Diabetic Neuropathic Pain: An Isobolographic Analysis

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Year: 2024

Paola Cicatiello | Functional Amyloid Protein | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Paola Cicatiello | Functional Amyloid Protein | Best Researcher Award

Department of Chemistry University of Naples “Federico II” | Italy

Dr. Paola Cicatiello is a dedicated researcher in biotechnology and chemical sciences, recognized for her multidisciplinary expertise in protein biochemistry, molecular biology, and biosensing innovation. She completed her academic training, including a PhD at the University of Naples “Federico II,” where she specialized in surface-active proteins and enhanced her proteomic and analytical skills during a research period at Sheffield Hallam University. Her professional experience spans enzyme characterization, enzyme and antibody immobilization, nanomaterial-integrated biosensor platforms, and the development of functional protein biosurfactants with applications in bioremediation, biomedical detection, and drug delivery. She has contributed significantly to projects such as PON_INNOVATION_2021, focusing on self-assembling proteins for advanced biosensing, and has worked with CeRICT srl optimizing polymer- and fiber-based sensing interfaces. Dr. Cicatiello is actively involved in academic service, including research dissemination initiatives and participation in national scientific societies. Her research interests include biotechnology, surface-active and functional amyloid proteins, biocatalysis, and nano-enabled biosensing systems. She has also supported academic growth by supervising students and teaching in biotechnology and chemical sciences programs. Through her scientific contributions, collaborative work, and commitment to innovative biosensing technologies, she continues to advance the frontiers of biochemical research and applied biotechnology.

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Cicatiello, P., Della Ventura, B., Fichera, G., Velotta, R., Giardina, P., & Piscitelli, A. (2025). Gold Nanoparticles Coated With Hydrophobin-ProteinA Fusion Protein: Development of a Versatile Immunosensing Platform. Biotechnology and Bioengineering.

Pitocchi, R., Cicatiello, P., Illiano, A., Fontanarosa, C., Spina, F., Varese, G.C., Amoresano, A., Piscitelli, A., & Giardina, P. (2024). The essential role of aggregation for the emulsifying ability of a fungal CYS-rich protein. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology.

Cusano, A.M., Quero, G., Vaiano, P., Cicatiello, P., Principe, M., Micco, A., Ruvo, M., Consales, M., & Cusano, A. (2023). Metasurface-assisted Lab-on-fiber optrode for highly sensitive detection of vitamin D. Biosensors and Bioelectronics.

Pitocchi, R., Stanzione, I., Illiano, A., Amoresano, A., Tarallo, O., Cicatiello, P., Piscitelli, A., & Giardina, P. (2023). Evidence of Small Fungal Cysteine-Rich Proteins Acting as Biosurfactants and Self-Assembling into Large Fibers. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Harishchander | Biosensing | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Harishchander | Biosensing | Best Researcher Award

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | India

Dr. Harishchander is an accomplished academic and researcher in bioengineering and bioinformatics, recognized for his strong interdisciplinary expertise and impactful scientific contributions. He holds a B.Tech and M.Tech in Bioinformatics and earned his Ph.D. in Bioengineering, building a solid foundation in computational biology, systems biology, and biomedical data analysis. With extensive experience as a researcher, keynote speaker, session chair, judge, and committee member across numerous national and international scientific events, he has actively contributed to advancing research communities. His research interests span computational bioengineering, biomarker analytics, machine learning applications in biology, therapeutic peptide analysis, biological network modeling, microRNA-based regulation, infectious diseases, and integrative genomics. Dr. Harishchander has authored multiple Scopus-indexed publications and received numerous prestigious honors, including the AIRA Award, Outstanding Scientist Award, Best Innovation Award, Young Investigator Award, Best Researcher Award, Distinguished Professor Award, and several Best Paper Awards across diverse domains. His achievements also include global recognition in photography and excellence awards for academic service, innovation, peer reviewing, and scientific contributions. Driven by scientific curiosity and multidisciplinary thinking, he continues to contribute to the advancement of bioengineering research and remains committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and impactful knowledge dissemination.

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Featured Publications

Baseer, K. K., Reddy, N. R., Kumar, T. S., Anandaram, H., & Panthakkan, A. (2025). AI, IoT, and Cognitive Computing for Mental Health Enhancement and Object Detection.

Anandaram, H., Shreenidhi, K. S., Joshi, K., Sidhu, K. S., Kiruthigha, R., Singh, V., & Tripathi, A. (2025). A Case Study on Resource Management Industrial IoT Application.

Ashok, P., Bharati, A. P., Velpula, S., Krishna, K. M., Sridevi, S. L., Patchala, S., Gopinath, S., & Anandaram, H. (2025). Integrated 5G and Edge Computing Framework for Low-Latency IoT Applications.

Anandaram, H., Sidhu, K. S., Kiruthigha, R., Pathak, N., Sudhakar, A., Sharma, N., & Joshi, K. (2025). Analysis of the Human Brain Using Basic Computer Interface (BCI) System.

Pathak, N., Sharma, N., Sahoo, D. R., Alam, F., Anandaram, H., & Joshi, K. (2025). Fundamentals Approached Towards Artificial Neural Networks in Brain Computer Interface.

Kausar, M. T. A., Anandaram, H., Sidhu, K. S., Pathak, N., Sudhakar, A., Sharma, N., & Joshi, K. (2025). Introduction of a Cutting-Edge Technology Neural Networks Organization.

Sindhuja, L. S., Shreenidhi, K. S., Anandaram, H., Chandra, S., & Hari, B. S. (2025). Optimizing Composite Material Selection Using the Artificial Bee Colony Algorithm.

Prof. Dr. Ismail Zainol | Nano Collagen | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Ismail Zainol | Nano Collagen | Excellence in Research Award

Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris | Malaysia

Prof. Dr. Ismail Zainol is a distinguished researcher and academician specializing in polymer science, composites, and biomedical materials. He holds a Ph.D. in Polymer Science and Composites from the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST) and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. With extensive experience leading and contributing to numerous research projects, his work primarily focuses on the development of natural hydroxyapatite and collagen-based biomaterials, green chemistry applications, wound dressing scaffolds, dental composites, and polymeric drug delivery systems. He has spearheaded innovative studies on biogenic nano-hydroxyapatite from fish scales for biomedical and cosmetic applications, as well as chitosan-collagen composites for tissue engineering and water filtration. Prof. Dr. Zainol has been recognized internationally and nationally with multiple gold, silver, and bronze awards, including accolades from ITEX, PECIPTA, SIIF, and SIRIM Berhad, reflecting his contributions to sustainable materials, biomedical innovation, and chemical engineering. His research not only bridges scientific innovation and practical applications but also enhances environmental sustainability and human health. Through his pioneering work and dedication to academic excellence, he continues to make a significant impact on polymer science, biomaterials, and green technology, inspiring future research and innovation in these fields.

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Mudhafar, M.; Alsailawi, H.A.; Zainol, I.; Zorah, M.; Abdulraheem, M.N.; Hasan, M.M.; Lahhob, Q.R.; Oudha, H.A.A.; Ali, A.M. (2024). “Extraction, identification of chemical constituents, and in vitro evaluation against cells and bacterial pathogens of the leaves of Polyalthia rumphii.” Journal of Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry Research.

Mudhafar, M.; Zainol, I.; Alsailawi, H.A.; Karhib, M.M.; Zorah, M.; Alnagdi, F.H.; Hamzah, M.S. (2023). “Bioactive chemical constituents of three crude extracts of Polyalthia sclerophylla using GC-MS and phytochemical screening and their antibacterial and cytotoxicity activities.” Eurasian Chemical Communications.

Mudhafar, M.; Alsailawi, H.A.; Zorah, M.; Karhib, M.M.; Zainol, I.; Kadhim, F.K. (2023). “Biogenic synthesis and characterization of AgNPs using CEPS: Cytotoxicity and antibacterial activities.” Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences.

Anene, F.A.; Jaafar, C.N.A.; Mohamed Ariff, A.H.; Zainol, I.; Mohd Tahir, S.; Abdul Razak, B.; Salit, M.S.; Anene-Amaechi, J. (2023). “Biomechanical properties and corrosion resistance of plasma-sprayed fish scale hydroxyapatite (FsHA) and FsHA-doped yttria-stabilized zirconia coatings on Ti–6Al–4V alloy for biomedical applications.” Coatings.

Mudhafar, M.; Zainol, I.; Alsailawi, H.A.; Zorah, M.; Karhib, M.M.; Mahmood Mahdi, N. (2023). “Preparation and characterization of FsHA/FsCol beads: Cell attachment and cytotoxicity studies.” Heliyon.

Anene, F.A.; Jaafar, C.N.A.; Zainol, I.; Ariff, A.H.M.; Tahir, S.M. (2022). “Evaluation of corrosion inhibition of plasma sprayed FsHA/YSZ coating on β-titanium (Ti-13Nb-13Zr) alloy using electrochemical techniques.” Journal of Biomimetics, Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering.

Aiza Jaafar, C.N.; Zainol, I.; Izyan Khairani, M.I.; Dele-Afolabi, T.T. (2022). “Physical and mechanical properties of tilapia scale hydroxyapatite-filled high-density polyethylene composites.” Polymers.

Mudhafar, M.; Zainol, I.; Alsailawi, H.A.; Aiza Jaafar, C.N. (2022). “Synthesis and characterization of fish scales of hydroxyapatite/collagen–silver nanoparticles composites for the applications of bone filler.” Journal of the Korean Ceramic Society.

Dr. Véronique Eparvier | Chemistry of Natural Product | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Véronique Eparvier | Chemistry of Natural Product | Best Researcher Award

CNRS | France

Dr. Véronique Eparvier is a CNRS Research Director at the Institut de Chimie des Substances Naturelles (ICSN–CNRS) in France, where she leads the Functional Chemistry–Chemical Ecology team and serves as Deputy Coordinator of the Natural Substances–Medicinal Chemistry Department. She also established and manages the ICSN Symbiotic Microorganism Strain Library. She holds a PhD in Natural Products Chemistry and an Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR), along with Master’s degrees in Agro-resource Sciences and Anthropology. Her professional career spans over a decade of research at CNRS, including leading the “Chemodiversity of the Flora of French Guiana” program. Her research focuses on the interface of natural product chemistry, chemical ecology, and metabolomics, emphasizing interactions between microorganisms and plants or insects to identify bioactive metabolites of pharmacological and agrochemical interest and to elucidate their ecological roles. She applies integrative approaches combining analytical chemistry, metabolomic profiling, and ecological insights. Dr. Eparvier’s work has resulted in numerous publications, patents, conference presentations, and invited lectures. Her achievements have been recognized with awards such as the Air Liquide Trophy for Scientific Research. Through her research and outreach, she significantly advances knowledge in natural substances, chemical ecology, and interdisciplinary biotechnology.

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Levasseur, M.; Santerre, C.; Segret, J.; Elie, N.; Genty, C.; Estevez, Y.; Amusant, N.; Houël, E.; Eparvier, V.; Touboul, D. (2023). “Composition of antifungal volatile organic compounds in Sextonia rubra fruit by molecular networks.” Comptes Rendus Chimie.

Hebra, T.; Eparvier, V.; Touboul, D. (2023). “Nitrogen Enriched Solid-State Cultivation for the Overproduction of Azaphilone Red Pigments by Penicillium sclerotiorum SNB-CN111.” Journal of Fungi.

Levasseur, M.; Hebra, T.; Elie, N.; Guérineau, V.; Touboul, D.; Eparvier, V. (2022). “Classification of Environmental Strains from Order to Genus Levels Using Lipid and Protein MALDI-ToF Fingerprintings and Chemotaxonomic Network Analysis.” Microorganisms.

Hebra, T.; Pollet, N.; Touboul, D.; Eparvier, V. (2022). “Combining OSMAC, metabolomic and genomic methods for the production and annotation of halogenated azaphilones and ilicicolins in termite symbiotic fungi.” Scientific Reports.

Hebra, T.; Pollet, N.; Touboul, D.; Eparvier, V. (2022). “Combining OSMAC, Metabolomic and Genomic Methods on Termite Symbiotic Fungi for the Production and Annotation of Halogenated Azaphilones and Ilicicolins.” Research Square, preprint.

Houël, E.; Ginouves, M.; Azas, N.; Bourreau, E.; Eparvier, V.; Hutter, S.; Knittel-Obrecht, A.; Jahn-Oyac, A.; Prévot, G.; Villa, P.; et al. (2022). “Treating leishmaniasis in Amazonia, part 2: Multi-target evaluation of widely used plants to understand medicinal practices.” Journal of Ethnopharmacology.

Sorres, J.; Hebra, T.; Elie, N.; Leman-Loubière, C.; Grayfer, T.; Grellier, P.; Touboul, D.; Stien, D.; Eparvier, V. (2022). “Antiparasitic Ovalicin Derivatives from Pseudallescheria boydii, a Mutualistic Fungus of French Guiana Termites.” Molecules.

Dr. Chinenyenwa Fortune Chukwuneme | Computational Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chinenyenwa Fortune Chukwuneme | Computational Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

University of South Africa | South Africa

Dr. Chinenyenwa Fortune Chukwuneme is a dedicated researcher in biology and biotechnology whose work spans microbial ecology, metagenomics, and drug discovery. She earned her PhD in Biology from North-West University, South Africa, focusing on metagenomic analyses of microbial communities and functional genes in maize rhizosphere soils. She also holds an MSc in Biology (cum laude) from the same institution, where she studied the role of actinomycetes in alleviating drought stress in maize, and earlier completed degrees in Microbiology and Industrial Chemistry. Her professional journey includes roles as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of South Africa, where she investigates the therapeutic potential of Berberis vulgaris alkaloids against human and viral protein targets, and as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Vaal University of Technology, where she applied advanced sequencing technologies to cancer research. She has also contributed to malaria drug target discovery as a Research Associate at North-West University and published extensively in microbial biotechnology. Her research interests encompass metagenomics, microbial-plant interactions, molecular drug discovery, and computational biology. Recognized with several awards, including NRF postdoctoral grants and international travel fellowships, she continues to advance impactful research aimed at improving agriculture, health, and drug discovery.

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Chukwuneme, C.F., & Babalola, O.O. (2025). “Microbial diversity and function in the rhizosphere microbiome: Driving forces and monitoring approaches.” Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment.

Chukwuneme, C.F., & Gildenhuys, S. (2025). “Systems analysis of Berberis vulgaris alkaloids unveils their functional synergy and drug-like potential.” Computational Biology and Chemistry.

Adeniji, A.A., Chukwuneme, C.F., Conceição, E.C., Ayangbenro, A.S., Wilkinson, E., Maasdorp, E., de Oliveira, T., Babalola, O.O., & Núñez-Montero, K. (2025). “Unveiling novel features and phylogenomic assessment of indigenous Priestia megaterium AB-S79 using comparative genomics.” Microbiology Spectrum.

Rayise, S.S., Chukwuneme, C.F., Takaidza, S., & Ssemakalu, C. (2024). “A holistic view on erectile dysfunction: South African medicinal plants as sustainable alternative therapies.” Journal of Natural Remedies.

Chukwuneme, C.F., Ayangbenro, A.S., Venturi, V., Glick, B.R., & Babalola, O.O. (2024). “Potential innovations from the application of beneficial soil microbes to promote sustainable crop production.” Studia Universitatis Babeş-Bolyai Biologia.

Amoo, A.E., Olanrewaju, O.S., Babalola, O.O., Ajilogba, C.F., Chukwuneme, C.F., Ojuederie, O.B., & Omomowo, O.I. (2023). “The functionality of plant-microbe interactions in disease suppression.” Journal of King Saud University – Science.

Ayangbenro, A.S., Chukwuneme, C.F., Ayilara, M.S., Kutu, F.R., Khantsi, M., Adeleke, B.S., Glick, B.R., & Babalola, O.O. (2022). “Harnessing the rhizosphere soil microbiome of organically amended soil for plant productivity.” Agronomy.

Dr. Walmik Gaikwad | Conjugate Vaccines | Breakthrough Research Award

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Dr. Walmik Gaikwad | Conjugate Vaccines | Breakthrough Research Award

Inventprise Inc. Redmond, WA, US | United States

Dr. Walmik Gaikwad is a skilled biotechnologist and manufacturing leader with more than two decades of experience spanning academic research, industrial R&D, and large-scale vaccine production. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical and Biotechnology from Savitribai Phule Pune University, where his doctoral work focused on developing conjugation processes for Streptococcus pneumoniae capsular polysaccharides with carrier proteins. He earned his M.Tech. in Biotechnology from Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute for Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, specializing in bioremediation of phenolic compounds, and his B.Tech. in Chemical–Pharmaceutical and Fine Chemicals from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, where he explored the synthesis of chromenone derivatives. Professionally, Dr. Gaikwad has led projects across upstream, downstream, and conjugation process development with extensive expertise in cGMP and GLP environments. His career includes key roles at Inventprise Inc., Redmond, where he currently manages vaccine manufacturing operations, and the Serum Institute of India, where he contributed significantly to multivalent conjugate vaccine R&D and production, regulatory audits, and technology transfer. His research interests lie in vaccine development, process optimization, and bioprocess scale-up under stringent quality frameworks. Recognized for his strategic leadership, regulatory acumen, and scientific rigor, Dr. Gaikwad continues to advance innovation in global vaccine manufacturing.

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Simultaneous purification and depolymerization of Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype 2 capsular polysaccharides by trifluoroacetic acid

Purification of capsular polysaccharides isolated from S. pneumoniae serotype 2 by hydrogen peroxide and endonuclease

Effect of trifluoroacetic acid on the antigenicity of capsular polysaccharides obtained from various Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes

Partial depolymerization of capsular polysaccharides isolated from Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype 2 by various methods

Methods for simultaneous fragmentation and purification of bacterial polysaccharides

Method for obtaining purified bacterial polysaccharides

Prof. Jianli Liu | Chemical Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jianli Liu | Chemical Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

Liaoning University | China

Prof. Jianli Liu is a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of biotechnology and medical genetics, with a strong academic foundation spanning from a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biotechnology at Shenyang Agricultural University to a Ph.D. in Medical Genetics from China Medical University, where his doctoral work focused on CDK2 expression regulated by STK15 in laryngeal carcinoma. He began his academic career as a tutor at Liaoning University, advancing through the roles of lecturer and associate professor, and currently serves as a professor at the Life Science School of Liaoning University. Prof. Liu’s research interests lie in molecular mechanisms of disease, cellular signaling pathways, and the protective effects of natural products such as polysaccharides, anthocyanins, and polyphenols against environmental stressors including high glucose and PM2.5-induced damage. He has led multiple nationally funded projects, including those supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and regional innovation programs, focusing on lung disease, β-cell protection, heavy metal pollution control, and therapeutic potentials of bioactive compounds. Recognized for his impactful contributions, Prof. Liu continues to advance interdisciplinary research bridging biotechnology, medicine, and environmental health, while inspiring future scientists through his teaching and mentorship.

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Study on the causality of cathepsin on autoimmune diseases and cancer: evidence from mendelian randomization analysis

Cadmium induces the secretion of SASP factors regulated by MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways in HEK293 cells: A possible mechanism of acute kidney damage induced by cadmium

Genetic Association of Chronic Pains and Analgesics With Telomere Length: A Mendelian Randomization Study

Cadmium exposure induces inflammation, oxidative stress and DNA damage in HUVEC and promotes THP-1 adhesion: A possible mechanism on the formation of atherosclerotic plaque

Assessments of Pollution Status and Human Health Risk of Potentially Toxic Elements in Primary Crops and Agricultural Soils in Guanajuato, Mexico

Association between cadmium exposure and the risk of cardiovascular outcomes: a meta-analysis