SafdarAli Amur | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mr. SafdarAli Amur | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Research Student at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, China.

Safdar Ali Amur is a biochemistry professional with extensive experience in research, laboratory management, and quality control. He has contributed to quality assurance in the food industry and led research in drug synthesis, natural products, and nanotechnology. With a strong publication record in international journals, he is committed to applying innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Currently pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering & Technology at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, he brings a results-driven approach suited for roles in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, food, and chemical industries. His diverse expertise bridges academia and industry for impactful scientific advancements.

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Academic Background

Safdar Ali Amur is currently pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering & Technology at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, focusing on bioactive material encapsulation for antibacterial applications. He holds an M.Phil. in Biochemistry from the University of Sindh, where he researched lipid alterations in cancer patients. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry from the same institution. With a strong foundation in natural sciences, chemistry, and biotechnology, he has developed expertise in analytical instrumentation, molecular modeling, and nanotechnology, contributing to his research in drug delivery and biomaterials innovation.

Professional Background

Safdar Ali Amur has a diverse professional background spanning academia, research, and industry. He is currently a PhD student at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, focusing on scientific research and publications. Previously, he served as a Lecturer in Biochemistry at Beachwood Institute of Nursing and as a Medical Technologist & Lab In-charge at Ghazi Pathology Laboratory. His experience includes roles in microbiology, quality control in the food industry, and administrative support at WHO. His multidisciplinary expertise enables him to contribute effectively to biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and chemical sciences.

Awards and Honors

Safdar Ali Amur has received numerous recognitions, including a participation certificate for the Anatomical Art Gallery at Beachwood Institute of Nursing. He completed a Starter Nutrition Course from The Health Sciences Academy, UK, and an English Typing Speed Certificate from gnDiploma.net. Additionally, he earned an academic internship certificate from the Pakistan Council of Scientific & Industrial Research Laboratories. His contributions to scientific research have been acknowledged through high-impact publications, reflecting his commitment to advancing biochemistry, drug synthesis, and nanotechnology.

Research Focus

Safdar Ali Amur’s research focuses on drug delivery systems, biomaterials, and nanotechnology. He specializes in the encapsulation of bioactive compounds into metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for antibacterial and therapeutic applications. His work extends to natural product extraction, pharmaceutical analysis, and computational chemistry, including density functional theory (DFT) studies. With a strong background in biochemistry and materials science, he explores innovative solutions for sustainable drug release, molecular docking, and food safety. His contributions aim to enhance drug efficacy and improve health outcomes through cutting-edge biotechnological advancements.

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Conclusion

Safdar Ali Amur is a distinguished researcher with a strong background in biochemistry, nanotechnology, and drug synthesis, demonstrated by his extensive publication record in high-impact international journals. His interdisciplinary expertise, spanning microbiology, chemical engineering, and food quality control, highlights his versatility in scientific research. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Beijing University of Chemical Technology, he has gained significant international exposure, further enhancing his academic network. His research on drug delivery systems and antibacterial applications underscores the real-world significance of his work. To further solidify his candidacy for the β€œBest Researcher Award,” he could benefit from additional publications in top-tier journals, increased citations, patents, and collaborations with renowned international research groups. His strong research portfolio, global academic contributions, and laboratory expertise make him a compelling contender for this prestigious recognition.

 

Hyunsook Lee | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr Hyunsook Lee | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Head of SNU AI-Bio Research Center,Seoul National University/College of Natural Sciences/Dept. of Biological Sciences, South Korea 

Dr. Hyunsook Lee is a distinguished professor in the Department of Biological Sciences and the Institute of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Seoul National University (SNU) πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬πŸ“š. As the Head of the AI-Bio Research Center at SNU πŸ§ πŸ”¬, she is a leading figure in integrating artificial intelligence with molecular biology to advance personalized medicine and cancer research πŸ§¬πŸ€–. Dr. Lee holds a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge, where her research on cell cycle checkpoints and the BRCA2 gene significantly contributed to our understanding of breast cancer πŸ”¬. She has held esteemed positions at Harvard Medical School and the University of Washington during her postdoctoral studies and has received numerous awards, including the Wellcome Trust International Prize and the POSCO Chungam Science Award πŸ†. Beyond her research, Dr. Lee serves on multiple advisory committees for the Korean government and various scientific organizations πŸ“ˆπŸ›οΈ. Her dedication to science, education, and innovative research has established her as a highly respected leader in her field 🌟.

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Education

Dr. Hyunsook Lee πŸŽ“ embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Ewha Womans University (1986. Mar – 1990. Feb) 🏫. She then pursued a Master’s degree in Biology at Seoul National University (1990. Mar -1992. Feb) πŸŽ“. Her passion for molecular biology led her to the University of Cambridge in the UK, where she earned her Ph.D. (1996. Oct – 1999. Sept) πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§. Her doctoral research focused on β€œCell cycle checkpoints and the breast cancer susceptibility gene, Brca2” πŸ“–, under the supervision of Prof. Ashok Venkitaraman and Dr. Michael Neuberger, FRS. Her thesis was examined by Sir Tim Hunt, a Nobel Laureate (2001), and Prof. Jonathan Pines 🧬. Following her Ph.D., she received the Wellcome Trust Postdoctoral Fellowship (Wellcome Trust International Prize) πŸ†, working with Prof. Frank McKeon at Harvard Medical School (2000. Jan ~ 2000. Aug) πŸ₯ and Prof. David Kimelman at the University of Washington, Seattle (2000. Aug ~ 2002. Sept) 🧫.

Professional Experience

Dr. Hyunsook Lee has had a distinguished professional career in academia and research πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬. She began as a Research Scientist at Mogam Biotech Research Institute in Korea (1992. Mar – 1994. May) πŸ”¬ and was promoted to Senior Research Scientist (1994. May – 1996. Aug) 🧬. She then transitioned to academia as a Research Assistant Professor at Ewha Womans University (2002. Sept – 2003) πŸ§ͺ. In 2004, she joined the Dept. of Biological Sciences at Seoul National University (SNU) as an Assistant Professor πŸ“š, advancing to Associate Professor in 2008 and earning early tenure in 2010 🌟. By 2012, she became a full Professor at SNU 🌍. Dr. Lee has also served in several key administrative roles, including Vice Dean of Planning for the College of Natural Sciences (2015 July – 2017 June) πŸ“…, and Dean for Research Affairs at SNU (2021. Feb – 2023. Feb) πŸŽ“. She has been the Head of the AI-Bio Research Center since 2023 πŸ§ πŸ”¬ and co-founded Next & Bio in 2019, which later merged with Kolmar Holdings in 2022 πŸ’Ό. Her visiting scientist positions include stints at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute (2010. Aug – 2011. July) 🧬 and Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (2020. Aug – 2021. Feb) πŸ₯.

Certificates

Dr. Hyunsook Lee holds prestigious certificates including the Wellcome Trust International Prize for her postdoctoral fellowship πŸ†, and recognition from the POSCO Bessemer Science Fellowship and POSCO Chungam Science Award πŸ…. Her expertise and contributions to molecular biology and cancer research have been widely acknowledged through these esteemed honors πŸŽ–οΈ.

Research Interest

Dr. Hyunsook Lee’s research interests are centered on the intersection of molecular biology, cancer research, and artificial intelligence πŸ§¬πŸ€–. She is particularly focused on cell cycle checkpoints and the roles of genes such as BRCA2 in breast cancer susceptibility πŸ”¬. Her work aims to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying cancer development and progression, with the ultimate goal of identifying new therapeutic targets and strategies for cancer treatment πŸ₯. Additionally, as the Head of the AI-Bio Research Center at Seoul National University πŸ§ πŸ”¬, Dr. Lee is at the forefront of integrating AI technologies with biological research to advance personalized medicine and enhance predictive models for disease outcomes πŸ“ˆ. Her innovative approach combines traditional molecular biology with cutting-edge AI, striving to push the boundaries of what is possible in biomedical research and healthcare innovation 🌟.

Award and Honor

Dr. Hyunsook Lee has been the recipient of numerous prestigious awards and honors throughout her illustrious career πŸŽ–οΈ. She was awarded the Wellcome Trust International Prize for her postdoctoral fellowship, recognizing her outstanding contributions to molecular biology πŸ†. Her groundbreaking research has earned her accolades from various scientific organizations, including the POSCO Chungam Science Award and the POSCO Bessemer Science Fellowship πŸ…. In 2021, she was appointed to several high-profile advisory committees, such as the Advisor Committee for STEPI, the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of SMEs & Startups in Korea πŸ“ˆπŸ«. Additionally, Dr. Lee has been honored with leadership roles, including her tenure as Dean for Research Affairs at Seoul National University and her current position as Head of the AI-Bio Research Center πŸ§ πŸ”¬. Her contributions to science and education have made her a highly respected figure in the academic and research communities 🌟.

Research Skill

Dr. Hyunsook Lee possesses a diverse and robust skill set in research, particularly in molecular biology, cancer biology, and the application of artificial intelligence in biomedical research πŸ§¬πŸ€–. She is adept in techniques such as cell cycle analysis, gene cloning, and protein expression and purification πŸ”¬. Her expertise extends to advanced genomic technologies, including CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing and next-generation sequencing (NGS) 🧫. Dr. Lee is also skilled in bioinformatics and computational biology, employing AI and machine learning algorithms to analyze complex biological data and develop predictive models for disease outcomes πŸ“Š. Her proficiency in these areas enables her to conduct cutting-edge research that bridges traditional experimental biology with modern computational approaches, driving forward innovative solutions in cancer treatment and personalized medicine πŸ₯🌟.

Publications

  • Kim, H., Jang, J., Choi, J.H., … Lee, J.K., Park, J.K.
    • Title: Establishment of a patient-specific avatar organoid model derived from EUS-guided fine-needle biopsy for timely clinical application in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (with video)
    • Journal: Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, 2024
    • Volume: 100
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 85–96.e9
  • Lee, J.J., Kim, H., Park, H., … Han, W., Lee, H.
    • Title: Disruption of G-quadruplex dynamicity by BRCA2 abrogation instigates phase separation and break-induced replication at telomeres
    • Journal: Nucleic Acids Research, 2024
    • Volume: 52
    • Issue: 10
    • Pages: 5756–5773
  • Youk, J., Kwon, H.W., Lim, J., … Son, T.G., Ju, Y.S.
    • Title: Quantitative and qualitative mutational impact of ionizing radiation on normal cells
    • Journal: Cell Genomics, 2024
    • Volume: 4
    • Issue: 2
    • Article: 100499
  • Koh, Y., Kim, H., Joo, S.Y., … Yoon, S.-S., Park, J.K.
    • Title: Genetic assessment of pathogenic germline alterations in lysosomal genes among Asian patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
    • Journal: Journal of Translational Medicine, 2023
    • Volume: 21
    • Issue: 1
    • Page: 730
  • Lee, J., Sung, K., Joo, S.Y., … Kim, S.K., Lee, H.
    • Title: Dynamic interaction of BRCA2 with telomeric G-quadruplexes underlies telomere replication homeostasis
    • Journal: Nature Communications, 2022
    • Volume: 13
    • Issue: 1
    • Page: 3396
  • Kim, Y., Park, J., Joo, S.Y., … Lee, H., Cho, Y.
    • Title: Structure of the Human TELO2-TTI1-TTI2 Complex
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Biology, 2022
    • Volume: 434
    • Issue: 2
    • Page: 167370
  • Park, J., Yeu, S.Y., Paik, S., … Koh, Y., Lee, H.
    • Title: Loss of BubR1 acetylation provokes replication stress and leads to complex chromosomal rearrangements
    • Journal: FEBS Journal, 2021
    • Volume: 288
    • Issue: 20
    • Pages: 5925–5942
  • The, F., Lee, H.
    • Title: Editor Profile: Hyunsook Lee
    • Journal: FEBS Journal, 2021
    • Volume: 288
    • Issue: 15
    • Pages: 4439–4441
  • Lee, J.J., Lee, J., Lee, H.
    • Title: Alternative paths to telomere elongation
    • Journal: Seminars in Cell and Developmental Biology, 2021
    • Volume: 113
    • Pages: 88–96
  • Ma, X., Song, S., Kim, S., … Park, W., Sim, S.J.
    • Title: Single gold-bridged nanoprobes for identification of single point DNA mutations
    • Journal: Nature Communications, 2019
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 1
    • Page: 836