Baskaran Nagarethinam | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Baskaran Nagarethinam | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Baskaran Nagarethinam, National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T), India

Dr. N. Baskaran is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Academics and HRD at the National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-T), under the Ministry of Food Processing Industry, Thanjavur, India 🇮🇳. With a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Annamalai University (2013) and postdoctoral experience at Madurai Kamaraj University, he has a robust academic background 📘. His achievements include the Research Excellence Award (2023), Young Investigator Award (2011), and multiple UGC fellowships 🎖️. Dr. Baskaran’s expertise spans biochemistry and food technology, reflecting his dedication to advancing research and innovation in his field. ✨

 

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Academic Qualifications 📜

Dr. N. Baskaran’s academic journey in biochemistry began with a B.Sc. from Govt. Arts College, Paramakudi, under Madurai Kamaraj University (2005). He further pursued an M.Sc. in Biochemistry at MR College of Arts & Science, Bharathidasan University, earning an impressive 77% in 2008. His academic excellence continued with an M.Phil. from Annamalai University (2009), scoring a 7.73 OGPA, followed by a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the same university, awarded in 2013. 🧬

Work Experience 💼

Dr. N. Baskaran has a well-rounded academic and research career spanning various reputable institutions. He began as a Guest Lecturer at Government Arts College, Paramakudi (Dec 2012 – Apr 2014), where he gained foundational teaching experience 🧑‍🏫. From July 2014 to June 2016, he served as a UGC Post-Doctoral Fellow at Madurai Kamaraj University, receiving a monthly fellowship of Rs. 38,800, which allowed him to advance his research work 🔬. He then joined SASTRA University, Kumbakonam, as an Assistant Professor (2016–2019), progressing in both position and pay. Currently, he holds an Assistant Professorship at NIFTEM-T, Thanjavur, contributing significantly to food technology and biochemistry research since July 2019 🌾.

 

Professional Recognition & Awards 🏆

Dr. N. Baskaran’s academic and research contributions have earned him multiple accolades over the years. In 2023, he received the prestigious Research Excellence Award at an international conference recognizing multidisciplinary advancements in agricultural and life sciences 🌍. His academic journey was bolstered early on with UGC Junior and Senior Research Fellowships in 2008 and 2010, respectively, and he was honored as a Young Investigator at the 16th WCCN in 2011 🥇. Additionally, he was awarded a UGC Post-Doctoral Fellowship in 2014 and secured second place in his M.Sc. examinations at Bharathidasan University in 2007, underscoring his dedication to excellence 📜.

 

Research Focus

Dr. N. Baskaran’s research primarily focuses on the chemopreventive properties of natural compounds in various cancer models, particularly those induced by 7,12-dimethylbenz[a]anthracene (DMBA) in oral, mammary, and skin carcinogenesis models. His work emphasizes investigating the anti-proliferative, pro-apoptotic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-angiogenic effects of bioactive agents like ferulic acid, carnosic acid, lupeol, and genistein, showing potential as cancer preventive agents. Additionally, his studies explore the genotoxic protection of compounds such as coumarin and chrysin. Dr. Baskaran also examines nutritional profiling and the antioxidant activities of various plant extracts, contributing to fields of oncology, pharmacology, and functional foods. 🌱🧬💊

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Chemopreventive potential of ferulic acid in mammary carcinogenesis in rats
    Cited by: 132 · Published: 2010
  • Carnosic acid: a potent agent against oral carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 104 · Published: 2010
  • Chemopreventive potential of apigenin in oral carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 56 · Published: 2011
  • Proapoptotic, anti-inflammatory potential of carnosic acid in hamster buccal pouch carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 54 · Published: 2013
  • Modulating effect of lupeol in oral carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 36 · Published: 2012
  • Genistein and daidzein protect during mammary carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 34 · Published: 2011
  • Lupeol prevents tumor formation in oral carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 33 · Published: 2012
  • Anti-cell proliferative efficacy of ferulic acid in buccal pouch carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 29 · Published: 2012
  • Anti-tumor potential of andrographolide in hamster buccal pouch carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 25 · Published: 2012
  • Chemopreventive potential of coumarin in buccal pouch carcinogenesis
    Cited by: 23 · Published: 2012

 

 

 

 

 

Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Scholar Award

Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU | Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | Best Scholar Award

Prof Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU, Tlemcen University, Algeria

🌿Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU is the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA) since 2021. A permanent teacher researcher at Tlemcen University, she leads the Phytochemistry of Bioactive Substances and Microbial Ecology team in the Natural Products Laboratory. She oversees the Master’s training in Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV). Notably, she has a pending patent for a powerful Anabasis articulata extract targeting breast cancer. Her education includes a PhD in Biology and a Magister in Natural Substances, Biological Activities, and Syntheses. 🧪👩‍🔬

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Academic Background

Dr.Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU has a distinguished academic and professional background in biology. She secured the first position at the national level for promotion to the Professor grade at the University of Tlemcen on July 15, 2020. She earned her University Habilitation in Biology on January 10, 2014. Dr. [Name] completed her Magister of Biology, specializing in Natural Substances, Biological Activities, and Syntheses (NSBAS) from the Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Abou Bekr Belkaid University in 2006. She also holds a diploma as an Engineer of State in Analysis and Quality Control (AQC) from the same university, obtained in 2003. Her academic journey began with a Baccalaureate in Natural Science and Life (NSL) from College Yagmouracen, Tlemcen, Algeria, in 1997. 📚🔬🎓

Research Projects

From 2007 to 2009, He participated in a CNEPRU project at the University of Tlemcen, guided by Professor Atik-Bekkara Fawzia, studying the antioxidant power of plant extracts from the Tlemcen region (Code: F 02020060040) 🌿. From 2010 to 2013, He joined another CNEPRU project under Professor Bendimered Nassima, focusing on the constituents of medicinal and aromatic plant extracts from Western Algeria (Code: E02020090065) 🌺. From 2016 to 2020, I worked on a CNEPRU project with Professor Atik-Bekkara Fawzia, exploring the biological and pharmacological potential of algae in Algerian environments (Code: D01N01UN130120150028) 🪸. From 2020 to 2023, I contributed to a PRFU project led by Professor Belyagoubi-Benhammou Nabila, investigating the biological, pharmacological, and cosmetic potential of Pistacia atlantica metabolites (Code: D01N01UN130120200006) 🌳. In 2023, I participated in a PRFU project with Dr. Badid Naima, addressing environmental pollution from olive by-products and their bio-therapeutic and cosmetological potential 🍈.

Research focus

Dr. Nabila Belyagoubi-Benhammou’s research focuses on the bioactivity of plant extracts, particularly in the areas of enzyme inhibition, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities. She has conducted in vitro, in vivo, and in silico studies on various plants like Anabasis articulata and Pistacia atlantica. Her work also extends to the potential uses of plant extracts in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. She collaborates extensively, contributing to studies on topics like oxidative stress, cancer cell metastasis, and the phytochemical properties of Algerian olive pomace. Her research emphasizes sustainable use of natural resources. 🌿🧬🔬💊

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Enzyme inhibitory, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of Anabasis articulata phenolic-rich extract; in vitro, in vivo, and in silico studies

Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. food aqueous extract triggers oxidative stress-induced senescence and reduces metastatic power in MDA-MB-231 cells

Potential bioactivity of Algerian olive pomace hydro-ethanolic extract: phytochemical investigation, antioxidant activity, and acute toxicity

Nutraceutical Content and Biological Properties of Lipophilic and Hydrophilic Fractions of the Phytocomplex from Pistacia atlantica Desf. Buds, Roots, and Fruits

Bioactivity and applications of saffron floral bio-residues (tepals): a natural by-product for the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries

Leaf-buds of Pistacia atlantica: a novel source of bioactive molecules with high anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tyrosinase and antimicrobial properties

Echinops spinosissimus Turra Root Methanolic Extract: Characterization of the Bioactive Components and Relative Wound Healing, Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Properties

From Traditional Knowledge to Modern Formulation: Potential and Prospects of Pistacia atlantica Desf. Essential and Fixed Oils Uses in Cosmetics

Identification of Sterols from Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. (Chenopodiaceae) Growing in Algeria and Study of Their Potential Bioactivity

Valorization of Algerian Saffron: Stigmas and Flowers as Source of Bioactive Compounds