Dr. Murtaza Khan – Applied Biosciences – Applied Biosciences

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Dr. Murtaza Khan – Applied Biosciences – Best Researcher Award

Kangwon National University – South Korea

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Murtaza Khan holds a Ph.D. in Plant Biosciences (2022) from Kyungpook National University, Republic of Korea. Prior to this, he completed his M.Phil. in Plant Biosciences (2019) from the same institution. His academic journey has been centered around understanding plant growth and defense mechanisms through molecular and biochemical approaches.

🔬 Research Specialization

Dr. Khan’s research expertise lies in plant functional genomics techniques, with a particular focus on the role of nitric oxide as a signaling molecule in plant growth and defense. His work also explores the impact of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria in enhancing plant resilience. His technical skills include DNA/RNA extractions, gel electrophoresis, cDNA synthesis, PCR analysis, antioxidant activity assays, and cloning. Additionally, he has contributed to the field of insect diagnosis and insecticide resistance mechanisms, further broadening his interdisciplinary research expertise.

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

Currently, Dr. Murtaza Khan serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Horticulture and Life Science at Yeungnam University, Republic of Korea. His role involves teaching, mentoring, and conducting innovative research in plant biosciences. Prior to this, he worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Republic of Korea, where he actively engaged in advanced research projects focusing on plant functional genomics and stress responses.

Notable Publications📝

📝Alleviation of Hg-, Cr-, Cu-, and Zn-Induced Heavy Metals Stress by Exogenous Sodium Nitroprusside in Rice Plants
  • Authors: Chrizostom Julius Niyoifasha, Birhanu Miressa, Irasapa Tanimu Ukob, Phan Ngoc Minh, Tiba Nazar Ibrahim Al Azzawi, Muhammad Imran, Sajid Ali, Anousone Inthavong, Bong-Gyu Mun, In-Jung Lee et al.

  • Journal: Plants

  • Year: 2023
📝Nitric Oxide Acts as a Key Signaling Molecule in Plant Development under Stressful Conditions
  • Authors: Murtaza Khan, Sajid Ali, Tiba Nazar Ibrahim Al Azzawi, Byung-Wook Yun

  • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences

  • Year: 2023
📝Physiological and Ultrastructural Changes in Dendranthema morifolium Cultivars Exposed to Different Cadmium Stress Conditions
  • Authors: Luqman Muhammad, Salahuddin, Asif Khan, Yunwei Zhou, Miao He, Abdulwahed Alrefaei, Murtaza Khan, Sajid Ali

  • Journal: Agriculture

  • Year: 2023
📝The Key Roles of ROS and RNS as a Signaling Molecule in Plant–Microbe Interactions
  • Authors: Murtaza Khan, Sajid Ali, Tiba Nazar Ibrahim Al Azzawi, Saddam Saqib, Fazal Ullah, Asma Ayaz, Wajid Zaman

  • Journal: Antioxidants

  • Year: 2023
📝Nitric Oxide Signaling and Its Association with Ubiquitin‐Mediated Proteasomal Degradation in Plants
  • Authors: Pande, A.; Mun, B.-G.; Khan, M.; Rahim, W.; Lee, D.-S.; Lee, G.-M.; Al Azawi, T.N.I.; Hussain, A.; Yun, B.-W.

  • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences

  • Year: 2022

 

Prof Dr. Adel Rezk, Biomolecules, Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Adel Rezk, Biomolecules, Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Adel Rezk, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia

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⭐Summary

Prof. Dr. Adel Rezk is a leading expert in Plant Virology and Molecular Biology, focusing on developing virus-resistant plants using advanced molecular techniques. His research integrates modern methodologies to enhance plant disease resistance and pathogen detection.

🎓Educational Background

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology, Cairo University (2006)
M.Sc. in Plant Pathology, Ain Shams University (2001)
B.Sc. in Agriculture Science, Cairo University (1993)

💼Professional Experience

Associate Professor at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia (2010–Present)
Researcher in Molecular Biology, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt (2006–2010)
Research Assistant in Molecular Biology, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt (2001–2006)
Assistant Researcher in Molecular Biology, Agricultural Research Center, Egypt (1995–2001)

🔬Research Interests

Plant Virology: Developing virus-resistant plants.
Molecular Biology: Gene silencing, PCR, cloning, sequencing.
Plant Pathology: Rapid virus diagnosis and genetic modification.
Advanced Techniques: Microarrays, ELISA, pathogen detection.

🌍Training and International Courses

Gene Silencing, University of Wisconsin, USA (2003-2004)
Molecular Biology Techniques, University of Wisconsin, USA (1998)
Radioisotopes in Biotechnology, Egypt (1997)
DNA/RNA Synthesizer, UK (1996)

Publications Top Noted📝

“Genetic Variability and Phenotypic Correlations Study among Grain Quality Traits and Mineral Elements Concentrations in Colored and Non-Colored Rice (Oryza sativa L.)”

Authors: Rezk, A.A., El-Malky, M.M., Mohamed, H.I., El-Beltagi, H.S.

Journal: Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany

Year: 2024

“Omics technology draws a comprehensive heavy metal resistance strategy in bacteria”

Authors: Halema, A.A., El-Beltagi, H.S., Al-Dossary, O., Elarabi, N.I., Abdelhadi, A.A.

Journal: World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology

Year: 2024

“Genetic variability and diversity analysis in Oryza sativa L. genotypes using quantitative traits and SSR markers”

Authors: Rezk, A.A., Mohamed, H.I., El-Beltagi, H.S.

Journal: Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences

Year: 2024

“Exogenous application of manganese and arginine alleviates the adverse effects of salinity stress on pea (Pisum sativum L.)”

Authors: El-Beltagi, H.S., El-Nady, M.F., Al-Daej, M.I., Eltonoby, W.F., Metwaly, M.M.S.

Journal: Cogent Food and Agriculture

Year: 2024

“Effects of zinc nanoparticles and proline on growth, physiological and yield characteristics of pea (Pisum sativum L.) irrigated with diluted seawater”

Authors: El-Beltagi, H.S., El-Naqma, K.A., Al-Daej, M.I., Rezk, A.A., Metwaly, M.M.S.

Journal: Cogent Food and Agriculture

Year: 2024

“Cereal crop genome editing tools and their applications to sustainable agriculture”

Authors: Elarabi, N.I., Hesham, A.E.-L., El-Beltagi, H.S., Mohamed, A.A., Abdelhadi, A.A.

Journal: Notulae Botanicae Horti Agrobotanici Cluj-Napoca

Year: 2024