Asif shahzad | Medical Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Asif shahzad | Medical Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Asif shahzad, Kunming Medical University Yunnan China

Dr. Asif Shahzad is a Research Associate in Medical Biochemistry at Kunming Medical University, China, specializing in metabolic reprogramming of clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC). With 15+ international publications, his research also focuses on natural compounds in oncology and synbiotic feed supplements for poultry growth. He previously worked on HCV treatment and poultry nutrition at Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan. Dr. Shahzad actively collaborates with global researchers and is a member of several scientific organizations, contributing significantly to advancements in biochemistry and oncology. 🌱🧪🔬

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Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Asif Shahzad is a Research Associate in Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Kunming Medical University, Yunnan, China, under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Zhang Qiao. His work focuses on metabolic reprogramming in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC), with 15+ publications in high-impact journals. Previously, he contributed to research at Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan, exploring serine protease inhibitors for HCV treatment and developing synbiotic feed supplements for poultry under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Shagufta Kamal. He is an active member of various biochemistry and oncology societies, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

Research and Innovations

Dr. Shahzad has participated in numerous research projects. He was a Research Associate on an HEC-funded project that explored serine protease inhibitors as a novel therapeutic approach for HCV. He also contributed to a PHEC project developing a synbiotic feed supplement for poultry. Currently, he leads a project on bioactive peptides from plant species and their potential therapeutic effects against HCV. His ongoing research includes a study on Moringa oleifera’s anti-ccRCC properties. His work exemplifies a versatile research portfolio that bridges human health and animal nutrition innovations.

Areas of Research

Dr. Shahzad’s research interests span several fields, including metabolic reprogramming in cancer, natural compounds in oncology, synbiotics in animal nutrition, amino acid analysis, and biocatalysis. His multidisciplinary research combines both human and animal health sciences, showcasing his ability to contribute to diverse scientific fields.

Publication Top Notes

  • An overview of free Radicals & antioxidants and its Deleterious actions 🧪📚 A Shahzad, S Hussain, N Anwar, A Karim, U Aeman, MJ Iqbal | Cited by 4 | 2021
  • Modulation of Metabolic Pathways and Protection against Cadmium-Induced Disruptions with Taxifolin-Enriched Extract 🧬🛡️ MF Khalid, MSH Akash, K Rehman, A Shahzad, A Nadeem | Cited by 1 | 2024
  • Biochemical investigation of association of arsenic exposed polymorphic variants and disease susceptibility 🔬🧬 SM Shoaib, S Afzal, MSH Akash, K Rehman, A Hussain, A Nadeem, A Shahzad | 2025
  • Innovative lipid nanoparticles: A cutting-edge approach for potential renal cell carcinoma therapeutics 💊🧫 A Shahzad, Z Teng, M Yameen, W Liu, K Cui, X Liu, Y Sun, Q Duan | 2024
  • Therapeutic Intervention of Serine Protease Inhibitors against Hepatitis C Virus 🦠💊 S Kamal, A Shahzad, K Rehman, K Tariq, MSH Akash, M Imran, MA Assiri | 2024
  • Biochemical Investigation of Therapeutic Efficacy of Berberine-Enriched Extract in Streptozotocin-Induced Metabolic Impairment 🧪🩺 MSH Akash, S Yaqoob, K Rehman, A Hussain, Z Chauhdary, A Nadeem, A Shahzad | 2024
  • Biosynthesis and Multifaceted Characterization of Breynia nivosa-Derived Silver Nanoparticles: An Eco-Friendly Approach for Biomedical Applications 🌿⚗️ K Irshad, MSH Akash, K Rehman, A Nadeem, A Shahzad | 2024
  • The Impact of Gut Bacterial Metabolites on Brain Disorder 🧠🦠 A Shahzad, S Hussain, R Mehmood, MN Jaan | 2022
  • A Medical Approach for Rhinoplasty 👃🩺 A Shahzad, S Hussain, A Karim, HMA Farooq, S Azam, U Hameed | 2022
  • Impact of Obesity in Male and Female Infertility ⚖️🧬 DEM Razia, A Shahzad, S Hussain, NB Qureshi, N Anwaar, A Aftab | 2021


Conclusion

Dr. Asif Shahzad’s innovative research in cancer metabolism and animal nutrition, combined with his editorial, collaborative, and professional contributions, makes him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His research’s impact on both human and animal health sectors aligns with the award’s recognition of excellence and innovation in scientific inquiry.

 

Chloe FERAL | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Chloe FERAL | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mrs Chloe FERAL, INSERM, France

Based on Mrs. Chloé Féral’s impressive credentials and contributions, she appears to be a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Research Excellence and Achievements

Current Position: Research Director (DR2) at INSERM, France, with significant roles in leading the “Epithelial homeostasis and tumorigenesis” team at IRCAN. Education: Acquired a PhD with honors and Habilitation (HDR), showcasing a strong foundation in Cell and Molecular Pharmacology. Awards and Fellowships: Received prestigious awards such as the Sanofi iAward and multiple grants from INCA and ARC, highlighting her contributions to translational research and cancer studies.

Research Contributions

Publications: Authored numerous high-impact journal articles, including in Scientific Reports, Cell Death & Differentiation, and International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Her research spans critical areas like epithelial homeostasis, tumorigenesis, and cancer biology. Patents: Holds a patent for methods and compositions for treating skin afflictions, demonstrating her innovative approach in research.

Leadership and Impact

Organizational Roles: Organized major scientific meetings and held several institutional responsibilities, such as serving on scientific advisory boards and council boards. Teaching Activity: Actively involved in teaching and training, including lecturing at prestigious institutions like the École Polytechnique Paris.

Scientific Community Engagement

Memberships and Committees: Engaged in various scientific societies and committees, contributing to the evaluation and guidance of research and academic activities.

Notable Research Highlights

Her work on epithelial stem cell fate and tumorigenesis, as well as advancements in cancer research, underlines her role as a leading figure in her field.

Awards

Dr. Chloe FERAL has been recognized for significant contributions in translational research. As Principal Investigator (PI), they led the Sanofi iAward EUROPE for Translational Research (2020-2021) and secured the PL-Bio Grant from INCA (2019-2023), collaborating with a team consortium. They also received the IDEX-UCAJEDI Prematuration grant from the University Côte d’Azur (2019-2020). The Excellency Program from “La Ligue Contre le Cancer” (2014-2018) and the COPOC2018 Inserm Transfert Award (2018) further highlight their achievements. Additionally, Dr. [Name] received ARC Project Awards in 2016-2017 and 2018-2019. 🏆🔬🧬

Publication top notes

The biophysical property of the limbal niche maintains stemness through YAP

Fibroblast growth factor-2 bound to specific dermal fibroblast-derived extracellular vesicles is protected from degradation

Lung Adenocarcinoma Tumor Origin: A Guide for Personalized Medicine

Fibronectin meshwork controls epithelial stem cell fate

Soft limbal niche maintains stem cell compartmentalization and function through YAP

A ganglioside-based senescence-associated immune checkpoint

A small-molecule P2RX7 activator promotes anti-tumor immune responses and sensitizes lung tumor to immunotherapy.

 

 

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. 🌿🧬🔬💊

Publication top notes

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