Ms. Beenish Noureen | Biophysics | Young Scientist Award
Ms. Beenish Noureen, Xi’an Jiaotong University, China
Dr. Beenish Noureen holds a Bachelor’s in Chemistry (2014) and a Master’s in Biochemistry (2018) from Kohat University of Science and Technology, Pakistan. She completed her MS/M.Phil. at Xi’an Jiaotong University, China, and is currently pursuing her Ph.D. under the prestigious Chinese Government Scholarship. Her research focuses on developing electrochemical aptasensors for the detection of pathogens, biomarkers, and pollutants. She has contributed to several publications on biosensor technologies, particularly in label-free detection and the application of nanomaterials in biosensors. Dr. Noureen’s broader interests include wearable biosensors, environmental monitoring, and the integration of nanomaterials into biosensor platforms.
Publication Profile
Work Experience
Ms. Beenish Noureen focuses on organic electrochemical transistors for label-free detection of biomarkers. She has authored three research papers in SCI journals, contributing as both a first author and co-author. She operates advanced equipment, including FTIR, SEM, AFM, TEM, DLS, XPS, fluorescence spectroscopy, and Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy. Earlier, as a Teacher Assistant at Kohat University of Science and Technology (2014-2016), she assisted in lessons, graded assignments, and managed classroom logistics, fostering a productive learning environment. 🎓📚🔬
Education and Training
Ms. Beenish Noureen completed her M.S./M.Phil. in Biochemistry from Xi’an Jiaotong University (2019-2022), focusing on label-free detection of saxitoxin using field-effect device-based biosensors. She developed surface-modified aptasensors and PAH-based electrolytes for toxin detection, contributing to multiple funded biosensor projects. Prior to this, she earned her M.Phil. in Biochemistry at Kohat University of Science and Technology (2016-2018), studying the physico-chemical evaluation of handpumps in Kohat. She also holds a Bachelor of Science from the same institution, where she gained hands-on experience in biochemical research and laboratory techniques. 🔬🧪
Research Interests
Ms. Beenish Noureen’s research focuses on advancing biosensor technologies. She explores novel biorecognition elements like antibodies, aptamers, and molecularly imprinted polymers for enhanced biosensor specificity. Her work integrates nanomaterials, such as nanoparticles and graphene, to improve signal transduction and detection. She also investigates microfabrication techniques for miniaturized, portable biosensors, as well as diverse signal transduction mechanisms, including electrochemical and optical methods. Her research spans disease-specific biosensors, implantable sensors for continuous monitoring, flexible wearable sensors, and environmental monitoring for sustainability. Additionally, she works on biosensor applications in biosecurity and defense. 🌍🧬🩺
Awards and Training
Ms. Beenish Noureen has earned several prestigious awards and training certifications throughout her academic journey. She was granted the Chinese Government Scholarship for her PhD studies at Xi’an Jiaotong University (2022-2026) and the Xi’an Jiaotong Road & Belt Scholarship for her M.Phil. studies (2019-2022). She actively contributed to university life as a volunteer during orientation activities. Ms. Noureen also participated in the FuSEP Global Online Summer Camp 2022 and won the Best Photography Award in 2021. Additionally, she completed multiple WHO training programs on COVID-19 prevention and response. 🌍🎓📸
Research Focus
Ms. Beenish Noureen’s research primarily focuses on the development of biosensors for the detection of marine biological toxins and biomarkers using innovative techniques like aptasensors and organic electrochemical transistors. Her work includes label-free detection methods, enhancing sensitivity and selectivity in environmental and biomedical applications. She is also involved in integrating nanomaterials, such as mesoporous silica nanoparticles, to improve signal amplification in detection systems. Additionally, her studies explore field-effect device-based biosensors and fluorescent sensors for accurate and real-time monitoring of toxins and diseases. 🌊🧪💡
Publication Top Notes 
- “An Electrochemical Ti3C2Tx Aptasensor for Sensitive and Label-Free Detection of Marine Biological Toxins” (Cited by: 27, Year: 2021) 🌊
- “An Electrochemical PAH-modified Aptasensor for the Label-Free and Highly-Sensitive Detection of Saxitoxin” (Cited by: 23, Year: 2022) 🧪
- “Label-Free Detection of Saxitoxin with Field-Effect Device-Based Biosensor” (Cited by: 13, Year: 2022) ⚡
- “A Novel Fluorescent Aptasensor Based on Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for Selective and Sensitive Detection of Saxitoxin in Shellfish” (Cited by: 6, Year: 2023) 🦐
- “Triple-Helix Molecular Switch-Based Light-Addressable Potentiometric Aptasensor for Multi-Channel Highly Sensitive Label-Free Detection and Spatiotemporal Imaging” (Cited by: 2, Year: 2023) 🔬
- “Functional Organic Electrochemical Transistor-Based Biosensors for Biomedical Applications” (Cited by: 0, Year: 2024) 🏥