Dr. Hewang Lee, Medicinal Chemistry, Outstanding Scientist Award

Dr. Hewang Lee, Medicinal Chemistry, Outstanding Scientist Award

Doctorate at George Washington University, United States

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🌟 Summary

  • Dr. Lihua is a seasoned Research Scientist at George Washington University, specializing in the metabolic mechanisms of hypertension and chronic kidney diseases. With a robust background spanning prestigious institutions like NIH and Max-Planck Institute, Dr. Lihua has made significant contributions to understanding renal regulation, energy metabolism, and neuropeptide functions.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Medical Science, Beijing Medical University, 1997
  • M.S. in Medical Science, Shanghai Medical University, 1993
  • M.D. in Clinical Medicine, Bengbu Medical College, 1990

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Research Scientist, George Washington University, 2020 – Present
    • Leading projects on NPFF, SNX19, PRDX4, and autophagy in hypertension.
  • Statistical Analyst and Programmer, Rang Technologies, 2019 – 2020
    • Clinical research in oncology, cardiovascular, and renal diseases.
  • Researcher, Dalian Medical University, 2015 – 2018
    • Investigated metabolic mechanisms in chronic kidney diseases.
  • Postdoc Scientist, University of Maryland and Children National Medical Center, 2009 – 2015
    • Explored sodium reabsorption regulation and GPCR trafficking in hypertension.

🔍 Research Interests

  • Hypertension mechanisms
  • Neuropeptides and dopamine interactions
  • Autophagy and renal diseases

Publication Top Noted📝

  • Article: Poly-(ADP-ribose) polymerases inhibition by olaparib attenuates activities of the NLRP3 inflammasome and of NF-κB in THP-1 monocytes
    • Authors: Mustafa, K., Han, Y., He, D., Lee, H., Qu, P.
    • Journal: PLoS ONE
    • Volume: 19
    • Issue: 2 (February)
    • Pages: e0295837
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Peroxiredoxin-4 and Dopamine D5 Receptor Interact to Reduce Oxidative Stress and Inflammation in the Kidney
    • Authors: Amatya, B., Yang, S., Yu, P., Lee, H., Jose, P.A.
    • Journal: Antioxidants and Redox Signaling
    • Volume: 38
    • Issue: 16
    • Pages: 1150–1166
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: RNA-Seq analysis of obese Pdha1fl/flLyz2-Cre mice induced by a high-fat diet
    • Authors: Geng, Z., Yuan, Y., He, D., Tang, Z., Qu, P.
    • Journal: Experimental Animals
    • Volume: 72
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 112–122
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: The Correlation between Increased Expressions of NLRP3 Inflammasome Components in Peripheral Blood Mono-Nuclear Cells and Plaque Vulnerability in Human Carotid Atherosclerosis
    • Authors: Xie, W., Shi, X., Lee, H., Niu, N., Qu, P.
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Public Health
    • Volume: 52
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 147–158
    • Year: 2023
  • Article: HIV-1 Vpr suppresses expression of the thiazide-sensitive sodium chloride cotransporter in the distal convoluted tubule
    • Authors: Shrivastav, S., Lee, H., Okamoto, K., Kino, T., Kopp, J.B.
    • Journal: PLoS ONE
    • Volume: 17
    • Issue: 9 (September)
    • Pages: e0273313
    • Year: 2022

Dr. Shehab Elbeltagi, Physical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry Innovation Award

Dr. Shehab Elbeltagi, Physical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry Innovation Award

Doctorate at New Valley University, Faculty of Science, Egypt

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Summary🌟

  • Dr. Shehab Elbeltagi Mahros Ahmed is a dedicated Lecturer at New Valley University, specializing in Medical Biophysics. With a profound background in biophysics and medical physics, Dr. Ahmed has made significant contributions to academic and research fields. His work spans the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials, cancer therapy, and teaching various biophysics and medical physics courses. He has received multiple awards and honors for his exceptional efforts in academia and research.

Education🎓

  • Ph.D. in Biophysics
    • Biophysics Department, Faculty of Science, Cairo University, Egypt (2019)
  • Master's in Medical Physics
    • Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Egypt (2008-2012)
  • B.Sc. in Science, Special Biophysics
    • Al-Azhar University, Egypt (2001-2005)

Professional Experience👨‍🏫

  • Lecturer (2022-present): Faculty of Science, New Valley University, Egypt
    • Courses: Biophysics, Nanomaterial Preparation and Applications, Basics of Physics
  • Assistant Lecturer (2015-2020): New Valley University, Egypt
    • Courses: Material Properties, Materials and Optics, Optics Physics and Laser
  • Lecturer (2013-2020): Inaya Medical College, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
    • Departments: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine
  • Medical Physicist (2005-2013): Sohag Cancer Institute, Egypt
    • Focus: Health physics, safety, and radiation protection

Research Interests🔬

  • Medical Biophysics: Exploring the physical principles underlying medical procedures and devices
  • Nanotechnology: Development and application of nanoparticles for medical use
  • Cancer Therapy: Innovative treatments using nanomedicine and hyperthermia

Skills and Qualifications🧠

  • Expertise in nanoparticle synthesis and characterization
  • In vitro and in vivo applications in cancer therapy
  • Strong background in quality and academic accreditation
  • Proficient in teaching and developing educational programs

Honors and Awards🏆

  • Honored by Inaya Medical Sciences College (2013, 2014, 2018)

Notable Publication📚

  • Paper Title: Preparation, characterization, and anticancer evaluation of polydatin conjugated with zinc MOF and encapsulated by liponiosomes as a potential nanotool-induce apoptosis
    • Authors: Asmaa Mohammed Fathy, Ghareb M. Soliman, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    • Volume: 336
    • Pages: 116353
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Biosynthesis, characterization, magnetic hyperthermia, and in vitro toxicity evaluation of quercetin-loaded magnetoliposome lipid bilayer hybrid system on MCF-7 breast cancer
    • Authors: Mohamed Taha, Mona Z. El-Sherbiny, et al.
    • Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutics
    • Volume: 582
    • Issue: 119333
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Synergistic effects of quercetin-loaded CoFe2O4@Liposomes regulate DNA damage and apoptosis in MCF-7 cancer cells: based on biophysical magnetic hyperthermia
    • Authors: Abdulaziz Alhaji Alshehri, Mohamed A. Khalil, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    • Volume: 342
    • Pages: 116534
    • Year: 2022
  • Paper Title: A novel quercetin-loaded NiFe2O4@Liposomes hybrid biocompatible as a potential chemotherapy/hyperthermia agent and cytotoxic effects on breast cancer cells
    • Authors: Ahmed I. Abd El-Mawgoud, Ibrahim M. El-Sherbiny, et al.
    • Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: C
    • Volume: 122
    • Pages: 111897
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Green synthesis of biocompatible Fe3O4 magnetic nanoparticles using Citrus Sinensis peels extract for their biological activities and magnetic-hyperthermia applications
    • Authors: Abeer H. Amin, Sherif A. Ramadan, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
    • Volume: 329
    • Pages: 115444
    • Year: 2021