Suzana Šegota | Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Suzana Šegota | Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

Ruđer Bošković Institute | Croatia

Dr. Suzana Šegota is an accomplished scientist recognized for her extensive contributions to biocolloids, surface chemistry, and nanobiotechnology. She holds a PhD, Master’s, and Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Zagreb, building a strong academic foundation that shaped her multidisciplinary research career. Over the years, she progressed from Assistant and Research Assistant roles to becoming a Research Associate, Senior Research Associate, and ultimately a Senior Scientist at the Ruđer Bošković Institute, where she has led and contributed to numerous national and international scientific projects. Her work focuses on model lipid membranes, interfacial processes, nanoparticle–membrane interactions, and the development of nanocarriers for therapeutic applications, particularly studying flavonoids, lipid peroxidation, colloid systems, and nanoscale surface phenomena using advanced techniques such as atomic force microscopy. Dr. Šegota has served as Principal Investigator on several influential projects involving nanocarriers, lipid systems, biomimetic materials, and protective mechanisms of bioactive compounds. She is an active mentor to doctoral researchers and contributes significantly to global scientific networks through her memberships and leadership roles. Her excellence has been recognized with prestigious scientific awards. Dr. Šegota’s work continues to advance innovative approaches in physical chemistry, nanomedicine, and bionanotechnology.

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Featured Publications

Mandić, L., & Šegota, S. (2025). “Versatile magnetic nanocarriers for water-insoluble and low-stability drugs: enhanced controlled release by external magnetic fields” in Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology.

Vlašić, I., Krstačić-Galić, A., Horvat, A., Oršolić, N., Sadžak, A., Mandić, L., Šegota, S., & Jazvinšćak Jembrek, M. (2025). “Neurotoxic effect of myricitrin in copper-induced oxidative stress is mediated by increased intracellular Ca²⁺ levels and the ROS/p53/p38 axis” in Antioxidants.

Vinceković, M., Maslov Bandić, L., Oštarić, F., Kiš, M., Zdolec, N., Marić, I., Šegota, S., Zelić, H., & Mikulec, N. (2025). “Simultaneous encapsulation of probiotic bacteria (Lactococcus lactis and Lactiplantibacillus plantarum) in calcium alginate hydrogels” in Gels.

Ožegović, A., Dokli, I., Knežević, A., Šegota, S., & Lesac, A. (2024). “Bent-shaped dimers with chiral spacer: unravelling the potential of the naphthyl mesogenic unit” in Liquid Crystals.

Vinceković, M., Živković, L., Turkeyeva, E., Mutaliyeva, B., Madybekova, G., Šegota, S., Šijaković Vujičić, N., Pustak, A., Jurkin, T., Kiš, M., et al. (2024). “Development of alginate composite microparticles for encapsulation of Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis” in Gels.

Ožegović, A., Knežević, A., Novak, J., Šegota, S., Davidson, P., & Lesac, A. (2024). “The interplay of spacer chirality and parity in mesogenic dimers” in ChemPhysChem.

Šegota, S. (2023). “Application of atomic force microscopy in investigations of dental alloy surfaces” in Stomatološki Glasnik Srbije.

Moganesh G | Plant Nanoparticles for Medicine | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Dr. Moganesh G | Plant Nanoparticles for Medicine | Outstanding Scientist Award

Saveetha Engineering College | India

Dr. Moganesh G is a dedicated researcher and academician whose work spans physics, materials science, and nanotechnology, with a strong foundation built through advanced degrees including a Doctor of Philosophy in Physics from Sacred Heart College, Thiruvalluvar University. His research career began with contributions at DTR Research Foundation, followed by roles as Lecturer, Research Professor, Assistant Professor, and Director at various reputed institutions, and he currently serves as Research Faculty at Saveetha Engineering College. His expertise centers on nanomaterials synthesis, green synthesis approaches, photocatalysis, nuclear physics, solar cell device fabrication, and the development of energy-storage materials with emerging applications in anti-cancer and anti-diabetic studies. He has made notable scientific contributions, including the development of a Photon-Induced Method for material synthesis and innovative AC TIMER research highlighted in local media. Dr. Moganesh has been honoured with multiple recognitions, such as the Best Researcher Award at the 2nd International Research Awards on Science, Health and Engineering and the International Plant Scientist Award. Through his extensive teaching, research leadership, and continuous innovation, he remains committed to advancing sustainable materials and interdisciplinary solutions that address scientific and societal challenges.

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Featured Publications

Govindhan, M., Selvaraj, S., & Sukumar, K. (2025). Fluorometric detection of CIP and bioimaging employing a fluorescent nanoprobe with blue emission using carbon quantum dots from papaya seeds (Carica papaya). Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering.

Govindhan, M. (2025). Green synthesis of structural and bandgap engineering nickel oxide nanostructure for visible light photocatalyst. Catalysis Letters.

Tamilarasu, S., & Govindhan, M. (2025). Phase stability and band-gap engineering of pure TiO₂ for visible light photocatalyst via photon-induced method. Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology.

Govindhan, M. (2025). Structural and optical engineering of MgO–ZnO nanocomposite via photon-induced method. Ceramics International.

Sasikumar, P., Chinnaiah, K., Kannan, K., Alqahtani, M. S., Abbas, M., Govindhan, M., & Gurushankar, K. (2024). Evaluating the antimicrobial and electrochemical performance of phenytoin nanoparticles from Catharanthus roseus plant. Chemical Physics Letters.

Selvam, P. P., Rathinam, V., Arunraj, A., Ali Baig, A. B., & Govindhan, M. (2023). Synthesis effect of Mg-doped ZnO nanoparticles for visible light photocatalysis. Ionics.

Nagaraj, G., Chinnaiah, K., Kannan, K., & Gurushankar, K. (2022). Nano-sized neem plant particles as an electrode for electrochemical storage applications. Ionics.