Young Jun Kim | Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

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

professor, Korea university, South Korea

📌 Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim is a distinguished food scientist 🥼 specializing in functional food, biotechnology, and nutrition. He is a Professor at Korea University (2013–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. 🏆

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🎓 Academic Background

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim holds a Ph.D. in Food Science 🥼 from Cornell University (2001), where his research focused on the production of conjugated linoleic acids (CLA) by rumen bacteria 🦠 and their enhancement in dairy products 🥛. He earned his M.S. in Food Science and Technology from Korea University (1996), investigating bioflocculant production by Corynebacterium sp. K-199 🧪. 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 🍽️. His research has significantly contributed to nutrition and functional food innovations. 🚀

🔬 Research Experience

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim has an extensive research background in food science, biotechnology, and functional compounds 🧪. As a Visiting Professor at the University of Saskatchewan (2023–2024), he explored cholinergic compounds for health, muscle strength improvement 💪, and α-GPC functionality. His postdoctoral research at Cornell University (2002–2004) involved cellulosome construction and polyphenol recovery from apple peel 🍏. 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 🏥. His graduate research at Cornell and Korea University focused on CLA-enriched dairy 🥛 and bioflocculants for wastewater treatment. 🌿

🏆 Honors and Awards

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to food science and nutrition 🧪. 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) 📜. His contributions to public health and nutrition earned him recognition from the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (2021) 🇺🇸. He has also been listed in Marquis Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare (2009–2010) and won multiple research and lecture awards from Cornell University, Korea University, and IFT 🎓.

🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Y.J. Kim specializes in food science, nutrition, and bioactive compounds 🥗🧪. His research explores functional foods, fermentation, antioxidants, and muscle atrophy prevention. Recent studies focus on Arriheuk wheat sprout extract for muscle health, α-Glycerylphosphorylcholine production in fermented foods, and anti-inflammatory effects of barley sprout fermentation 🌱. Additionally, he investigates sleep-enhancing compounds, food sensory optimization, and bioactive extracts from plants 🍏🌿. His expertise extends to flavor chemistry, browning prevention in fresh produce, and interleukin inhibition for health applications 🏥. 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 🧬
  • Production of α-Glycerylphosphorylcholine in Fermented Roots, Tubers, and Fruits
    Year: 2024 🍠
  • UP165, Standardized Corn Leaf Extract and its Active Component 6-Methoxybenzoxazolinone Induce Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep through Melatonergic and GABAergic Mechanisms
    Year: 2024 🌿
  • Characterization of Taste and Aroma Profile in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Seed Oil Using Electronic Sensors, GC-MS/Olfactometry
    Year: 2024 🍎
  • Validation of Optimization Methods for Sensory Characteristics Using Rate-All-That-Apply and Intensity Scales: A Case Study of Apple Juice
    Year: 2024 🍏
  • 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 🍇
  • Prediction Model of Browning Inhibitor Concentration and its Optimal Composition for Mass Processing of Ready-to-Eat Fresh-Cut ‘Fuji’ Apple (Malus Domestica Borkh.) Strains
    Year: 2024 🍏
  • Identification of Interleukin (IL)-33 Inhibitory Constituents from Canavalia Gladiata Pods
    Cited by: 0
    Year: 2024 🌿
  • The Inhalation Effect of Osmanthus Fragrans var. Aurantiacus on Physiological Parameters in Chronically Stressed Rats
    Cited by: 1
    Year: 2024 🌸
  • Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Barley Sprout Fermented by Lactic Acid Bacteria in RAW264.7 Macrophages and Caco-2 Cells
    Cited by: 3
    Year: 2024 🌾

Marzieh Rashedinia | Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

Marzieh Rashedinia | Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr Marzieh Rashedinia, Shiraz university of medical sciences, Iran

Based on the provided information, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marzieh Rashedinia appears to be a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Here’s a summary of her qualifications and contributions:

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Education

  • Ph.D. in Toxicology (2013), School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
  • M.Sc. in Toxicology (2009), School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran.
  • B.Sc. in Cell and Molecular Biology (2005), School of Sciences, Shiraz University, Iran.

Research Focus

  • Ph.D. Thesis: Evaluation of neuroprotective effects of Crocin on Acrolein-induced neurotoxicity in rats.
  • M.Sc. Thesis: The effect of ATP supplier compounds on Zinc phosphide toxicity in HepG2 Cells.

Research Techniques and Experiences

  • Cell culture, Toxicology screening tests, Animal behavior testing, Western blotting, Proteomics, Real-Time PCR, Immunoprecipitation, HPLC, In vivo and in vitro toxicity testing, Food contaminant analysis, Cell and molecular mechanisms of toxicity.

Notable Publications

  • “Silymarin: A promising pharmacological agent for treatment of diseases”Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences, 2011.
  • “Evaluation of diazinon-induced hepatotoxicity and protective effects of crocin”Toxicology and Industrial Health, 2015.
  • “Effects of sodium benzoate on learning, memory, and oxidative stress in mice”Journal of Biochemical and Molecular Toxicology, 2018.
  • “Identification of possible cytotoxicity mechanism of polyethylenimine by proteomics analysis”Human & Experimental Toxicology, 2016.

Abstracts and Congress Presentations

  • Syringic acid effects on oxidative stress in diabetic rats – 3rd World Congress and Expo on Traditional and Alternative Medicine, Berlin, 2019.
  • Syringic acid for renal oxidative stress management – 9th World Congress on Targeting Mitochondria, Berlin, 2018.
  • Glycyrrhizic acid modulates aluminium-induced oxidative stress – 6th National Congress on Medical Plants, Tehran, 2017.

Summary

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marzieh Rashedinia has made significant contributions to the field of toxicology through her research on neuroprotection, oxidative stress, and food contaminants. Her extensive experience with advanced research techniques and impactful publications underlines her suitability for the Best Researcher Award.

Publication top notes

“Silymarin”, a promising pharmacological agent for treatment of diseases

Evaluation of diazinon-induced hepatotoxicity and protective effects of crocin

Effects of sodium benzoate, a commonly used food preservative, on learning, memory, and oxidative stress in brain of mice

Identification of possible cytotoxicity mechanism of polyethylenimine by proteomics analysis

Antioxidant activity of Pistacia vera fruits, leaves and gum extracts

Design and development of vitamin C-encapsulated proliposome with improved in-vitro and ex-vivo antioxidant efficacy

Vortex-assisted dispersive liquid-liquid microextraction based on hydrophobic deep eutectic solvent for the simultaneous identification of eight synthetic dyes in jellies and …

Neuroprotective effect of syringic acid by modulation of oxidative stress and mitochondrial mass in diabetic rats

Ellagic acid improves muscle dysfunction in cuprizone-induced demyelinated mice via mitochondrial Sirt3 regulation

Effect of sodium benzoate on liver and kidney lipid peroxidation and antioxidant enzymes in mice