Young Jun Kim | Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim | Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

professor, Korea university, South Korea

๐Ÿ“Œ Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim is a distinguished food scientist ๐Ÿฅผ specializing in functional food, biotechnology, and nutrition. He is a Professor at Korea University (2013โ€“present) and serves as Dean of the Dept. of Food and Biotechnology. He earned his Ph.D. in Food Science from Cornell University (2001), focusing on conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) in dairy products. He has held key positions, including Business Director at Caregen Co., Ltd. and Executive Vice Chairman of the Dietary Supplement Review Board. His research spans cholinergic compounds, antioxidants, and bioflocculants. Recognized with multiple awards, he continues to shape food science and regulatory policies. ๐Ÿ†

Publication Profile

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๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim holds a Ph.D. in Food Science ๐Ÿฅผ from Cornell University (2001), where his research focused on the production of conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) by rumen bacteria ๐Ÿฆ  and their enhancement in dairy products ๐Ÿฅ›. He earned his M.S. in Food Science and Technology from Korea University (1996), investigating bioflocculant production by Corynebacterium sp. K-199 ๐Ÿงช. His academic journey began with a B.S. in Food Biotechnology from Korea University (1994), where he developed expertise in biotechnological applications in food science ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ. His research has significantly contributed to nutrition and functional food innovations. ๐Ÿš€

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Experience

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim has an extensive research background in food science, biotechnology, and functional compounds ๐Ÿงช. As a Visiting Professor at the University of Saskatchewan (2023โ€“2024), he explored cholinergic compounds for health, muscle strength improvement ๐Ÿ’ช, and ฮฑ-GPC functionality. His postdoctoral research at Cornell University (2002โ€“2004) involved cellulosome construction and polyphenol recovery from apple peel ๐Ÿ. He also worked on Arg-CLA’s antioxidant and anticancer properties at Seoul National University (2002). Earlier, at Boyce Thompson Institute, he contributed to edible vaccine development ๐Ÿฅ. His graduate research at Cornell and Korea University focused on CLA-enriched dairy ๐Ÿฅ› and bioflocculants for wastewater treatment. ๐ŸŒฟ

๐Ÿ† Honors and Awards

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to food science and nutrition ๐Ÿงช. He was honored with the Minister of Science and ICT Commendation (2023) for fulfilling national R&D missions and received the Best Paper Award at the Korean Society of Food and Nutrition Science Conference (2023) ๐Ÿ“œ. His contributions to public health and nutrition earned him recognition from the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (2021) ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ. He has also been listed in Marquis Whoโ€™s Who in Medicine and Healthcare (2009โ€“2010) and won multiple research and lecture awards from Cornell University, Korea University, and IFT ๐ŸŽ“.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Y.J. Kim specializes in food science, nutrition, and bioactive compounds ๐Ÿฅ—๐Ÿงช. His research explores functional foods, fermentation, antioxidants, and muscle atrophy prevention. Recent studies focus on Arriheuk wheat sprout extract for muscle health, ฮฑ-Glycerylphosphorylcholine production in fermented foods, and anti-inflammatory effects of barley sprout fermentation ๐ŸŒฑ. Additionally, he investigates sleep-enhancing compounds, food sensory optimization, and bioactive extracts from plants ๐Ÿ๐ŸŒฟ. His expertise extends to flavor chemistry, browning prevention in fresh produce, and interleukin inhibition for health applications ๐Ÿฅ. His work significantly contributes to nutritional science and functional food development.

Publication Top Notes

  • Suppressive Effects of Arriheuk Wheat Sprout Extract on Muscle Atrophy in Dexamethasone-Induced C2C12 Myotubes and a Mouse Model
    Year: 2024 ๐Ÿงฌ
  • Production of ฮฑ-Glycerylphosphorylcholine in Fermented Roots, Tubers, and Fruits
    Year: 2024 ๐Ÿ 
  • UP165, Standardized Corn Leaf Extract and its Active Component 6-Methoxybenzoxazolinone Induce Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep through Melatonergic and GABAergic Mechanisms
    Year: 2024 ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Characterization of Taste and Aroma Profile in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Seed Oil Using Electronic Sensors, GC-MS/Olfactometry
    Year: 2024 ๐ŸŽ
  • Validation of Optimization Methods for Sensory Characteristics Using Rate-All-That-Apply and Intensity Scales: A Case Study of Apple Juice
    Year: 2024 ๐Ÿ
  • Antioxidant Activity of Extracts of Balloon Flower Root (Platycodon Grandiflorum), Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume), and Grape (Vitis Vinifera) and Their Effects on Beef Jerky Quality
    Year: 2024 ๐Ÿ‡
  • Prediction Model of Browning Inhibitor Concentration and its Optimal Composition for Mass Processing of Ready-to-Eat Fresh-Cut โ€˜Fujiโ€™ Apple (Malus Domestica Borkh.) Strains
    Year: 2024 ๐Ÿ
  • Identification of Interleukin (IL)-33 Inhibitory Constituents from Canavalia Gladiata Pods
    Cited by: 0
    Year: 2024 ๐ŸŒฟ
  • The Inhalation Effect of Osmanthus Fragrans var. Aurantiacus on Physiological Parameters in Chronically Stressed Rats
    Cited by: 1
    Year: 2024 ๐ŸŒธ
  • Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Barley Sprout Fermented by Lactic Acid Bacteria in RAW264.7 Macrophages and Caco-2 Cells
    Cited by: 3
    Year: 2024 ๐ŸŒพ

Xintian Shao | Pharmaceutical Science Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Xintian Shao | Pharmaceutical Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xintian Shao, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, China

Dr. Xintian Shao earned her PhD in Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmacy from Shandong University, China, under the guidance of Prof. Peixue Ling. She expanded her expertise as a Visiting Scholar in Cancer Biology at the University of Cincinnati, USA, mentored by Prof. Jiajie Diao. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Shandong First Medical University, her research has yielded 10 impactful publications and secured numerous grants. With two patents to her name, she’s been honored with prestigious awards including the Shandong Medical Science and Technology Award and the Science and Technology Award of Shandong Pharmaceutical Association.

 

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Education and Academic Achievements ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ…

Dr. Xintian Shao completed her PhD in Microbiology and Biochemical Pharmacy at the School of Pharmacy, Shandong University, China, under the guidance of Prof. Peixue Ling. She further enriched her expertise as a visiting scholar in Cancer Biology at the University of Cincinnati, USA, mentored by Prof. Jiajie Diao. Her prolific research has resulted in 10 publications, including notable contributions to journals such as Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews and Advanced Science. With multiple patents and prestigious grants to her credit, she has earned recognition including the Shandong Medical Science and Technology Award (2021) and the Science and Technology Award of Shandong Pharmaceutical Association (2022).

Work Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

Dr. Xintian Shao has served as an Associate Professor at the School of Life Sciences, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, China. Her role involves not only teaching and mentorship but also continued research contributions in her field.

Research Focus

Dr. Xintian Shao’s research primarily focuses on subcellular imaging and targeted drug delivery systems. Her work delves into the intricate dynamics of organelle interactions, particularly within mitochondria and lysosomes, employing cutting-edge super-resolution imaging techniques. She explores novel methods for visualizing drug molecules within living organisms, enhancing our understanding of drug distribution and efficacy. With a keen interest in membrane biology and organelle-specific targeting, her contributions shed light on fundamental cellular processes and hold promise for advancements in drug delivery and therapeutics.

Publication Top Notesย 

  1. “Single-organelle localization-based super-resolution imaging for subcellular molecules micro-dynamics” by Fang, G. et al., Coordination Chemistry Reviews, 2024.
  2. “Enhanced optical imaging and fluorescent labeling for visualizing drug molecules within living organisms” by Sun, T. et al., Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B, 2024.
  3. “Mitochondrial nucleoid condensates drive peripheral fission through high membrane curvature” by Chen, Q. et al., Cell Reports, 2023.
    Cited by: 1
  4. “Graphene Oxide Nanosheets Induce Mitochondrial Fragmentation by Cutting through Membrane” by Shao, X. et al., ACS Materials Letters, 2023.
    Cited by: 4
  5. “Subcellular visualization: Organelle-specific targeted drug delivery and discovery” by Shao, X. et al., Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews, 2023.
    Cited by: 7
  6. “Recent advances in fluorescent probes of peroxynitrite: Structural, strategies and biological applications” by Sun, J. et al., Theranostics, 2023.
    Cited by: 8
  7. “Single Image Capture of Bioactive Ion Crosstalk within Inter-Organelle Membrane Contacts at Nanometer Resolution” by Fang, G. et al., Small Methods, 2022.
    Cited by: 8
  8. “Lysosome-Targeted Biosensor for the Super-Resolution Imaging of Lysosomeโ€“Mitochondrion Interaction” by Wang, H. et al., Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2022.
    Cited by: 4
  9. “Super-resolution image-based tracking of drug distribution in mitochondria of a label-free naturally derived drug molecules” by Wei, Y. et al., Chemical Engineering Journal, 2022.
    Cited by: 19
  10. “Prefused lysosomes cluster on autophagosomes regulated by VAMP8” by Chen, Q. et al., Cell Death and Disease, 2021.
    Cited by: 24