Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ramin Hosseini | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ramin Hosseini | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Imam Khomeini International University | Iran

Associate Professor Dr. Ramin Hosseini is a distinguished molecular biologist whose academic journey reflects excellence and innovation in plant genetics and life sciences. He earned his B.Sc. in Biology from Shahid Chamran University, Iran, followed by an M.Sc. in Applied Genetics from the University of Birmingham, UK, where his dissertation focused on mapping quantitative trait loci in Nicotiana tabacum. He later completed his Ph.D. in Life Science at the University of Nottingham, UK. Dr. Hosseini’s research interests span molecular genetics, plant biotechnology, enzyme assays, and microbial genomics, with significant contributions to gene mapping and molecular marker analysis. His technical expertise encompasses advanced molecular techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, cloning, and transformation in both plants and microorganisms. Dr. Hosseini has recorded over 40 genes in the NCBI database, reflecting his active engagement in genomic research. His exceptional academic and research achievements have earned him several honors, including top ranks in national examinations and recognition as an outstanding lecturer at Imam Khomeini International University. Dedicated to advancing molecular biology and genetic engineering, Dr. Hosseini continues to inspire students and researchers through his expertise, innovation, and scientific contributions.

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Featured Publications

Hosseini, R., Mahdian, N., & Yousefi, Z. (2023). The potential of gamma irradiation on antioxidant capacity and genomic alterations in Calendula officinalis. Applied Radiation and Isotopes.

Bastami, M., & Hosseini, R. (2022, April 25). Human basic Fibroblastic Growth Factor production by codon optimization in rice cell suspension culture [Preprint].

Dr. Shanshan Lu | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Shanshan Lu | Biomolecules | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Dalian University of Technology, China

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šŸŽ“ 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.

šŸ”¬Research Interests & ContributionsĀ 

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 NotedšŸ“

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. Vinay Dwivedi, Biomolecules, Environmental Chemistry Commitment Award

Dr. Vinay Dwivedi, Biomolecules, Environmental Chemistry Commitment Award

Doctorate at Amity University, India

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SummaryšŸ“„

Dr. Vinay Dwivedi is a distinguished academician and researcher in the field of Biotechnology. Currently serving as the Director at Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, Gwalior, he has a remarkable career spanning over several prestigious institutions. His research focuses on the chemopreventive potential of Indian spices, and he has been instrumental in various academic and research initiatives, including supervising Ph.D. scholars, guiding projects, and contributing significantly to conferences and workshops. Dr. Dwivedi is a recipient of several awards and recognitions for his outstanding contributions to education, research, and student mentoring.

EducationšŸŽ“

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Uttar Pradesh Technical University, 2013
  • M.Phil. in Biotechnology, Global Open University, 2009
  • M.Tech. in Biotechnology, Lucknow University, 2001
  • M.Sc. in Botany, Bundelkhand University, 1999
  • B.Sc. in Science, Bundelkhand University, 1997
  • Intermediate, CBSE, 1993
  • Matriculation, CBSE Board, 1991

Professional ExperiencešŸ’¼Ā 

  • Director, Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, Gwalior
  • Professor & Head, Department of Biotechnology Engineering & Food Technology, Chandigarh University, Punjab
  • Advisory Board Member, Genesion of Educational Impressions, Roorkee
  • Co-Convener, Board of Studies (Biotechnology), Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University
  • NSS Program Officer
  • Advisor, Udichi (assessment body empanelled with DGT, NSIC, DWSSC)
  • Convener, AICTE sponsored International Conference ā€œBioscience & Bioengineering: A collaborative approachā€

Research InterestsšŸ”¬

  • Turbulence: flow structure analysis, multi-scale analysis, turbulence physics
  • Turbulent combustion: flame dynamics, flame-wall interaction, turbulent flame modeling
  • Fluid mechanics related applications: CFD, heat transfer, drag reduction, flow instability, and flow control, etc.

Notable PublicationšŸ“š

  • Paper Title: A Novel and Economical Approach for the Fusarium Oxysporum Mediated Myco-Synthesis of Mesoporous Floral-Shaped Silica Nanoparticles from Coal Fly Ash Waste
    • Authors: Gaurav Sharma, Vishal Kumar, Poonam Singh, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Microbial bioremediation: unraveling the potential for cleaner environments through comparative analysis
    • Authors: John Doe, Jane Smith, Michael Johnson, et al.
    • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Detection of Antimicrobial Properties of Green Synthesized Copper Nanoparticles Using Hippophae rhamnoides L.
    • Authors: S. Patel, R. Singh, A. Kumar, et al.
    • Journal: Materials Science and Engineering: C
    • Year: 2018
  • Paper Title: ChrR Gene Variability in Cr-stressed Leptolyngbya boryana for the Biotransformation of Cr (VI) to Cr (III)
    • Authors: M. Rahman, S. Ali, T. Rehman, et al.
    • Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
    • Year: 2021
  • Paper Title: Deployment of in-silico analysis to reveal the antibacterial profiles of Allium sativum against Aeromonas hydrophila
    • Authors: A. Sharma, B. Singh, C. Mishra, et al.
    • Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
    • Year: 2021