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

πŸ“Œ Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim is a distinguished food scientist πŸ₯Ό 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. πŸ†

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πŸŽ“ Academic Background

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim holds a Ph.D. in Food Science πŸ₯Ό 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 πŸ₯›. He earned his M.S. in Food Science and Technology from Korea University (1996), investigating bioflocculant production by Corynebacterium sp. K-199 πŸ§ͺ. 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. πŸš€

πŸ”¬ Research Experience

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim has an extensive research background in food science, biotechnology, and functional compounds πŸ§ͺ. As a Visiting Professor at the University of Saskatchewan (2023–2024), he explored cholinergic compounds for health, muscle strength improvement πŸ’ͺ, and Ξ±-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 πŸ₯. His graduate research at Cornell and Korea University focused on CLA-enriched dairy πŸ₯› and bioflocculants for wastewater treatment. 🌿

πŸ† Honors and Awards

Prof. Dr. Young Jun Kim has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to food science and nutrition πŸ§ͺ. 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) πŸ“œ. His contributions to public health and nutrition earned him recognition from the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services (2021) πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ. 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 πŸŽ“.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Y.J. Kim specializes in food science, nutrition, and bioactive compounds πŸ₯—πŸ§ͺ. His research explores functional foods, fermentation, antioxidants, and muscle atrophy prevention. Recent studies focus on Arriheuk wheat sprout extract for muscle health, Ξ±-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 πŸ₯. 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 Ξ±-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 πŸ‡
  • Prediction Model of Browning Inhibitor Concentration and its Optimal Composition for Mass Processing of Ready-to-Eat Fresh-Cut β€˜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 🌾

Nurşen Sarı | Pharmaceutical Science | Best Faculty Award

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Prof. Dr. Nurşen Sarı | Pharmaceutical Science | Best Faculty Award

Prof. Dr. Nurşen Sarı, GAZI UNIVERSITY, Turkey

Prof. Dr. Nurşen SarΔ± is a distinguished academic in Inorganic Chemistry with a focus on Polymeric Complexes, Bioinorganic Chemistry, and Transition Metals. She has authored 63 articles in SCI/SCI-Expanded journals and over 200 conference proceedings. Prof. SarΔ± has supervised 17 graduate theses and taught various courses such as Supramolecular Chemistry and Metallurgical Chemistry at Gazi University, where she served as Vice Chair and Erasmus Coordinator. She is passionate about chemistry, seeing it as the key to understanding life. πŸŒπŸ”¬πŸ“š

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Academic and Administrative Leadership

Prof. Dr. Nurşen SarΔ± has held key academic and administrative roles at Gazi University. She served as a Board Member at the Institute of Science and Technology (2018-2021) and as Vice Chair of the Department of Chemistry (2013-2020). She led the Chemistry Community as Academic Leader (2016-2019) and coordinated the Erasmus Program for the department (2013-2016). Additionally, Prof. SarΔ± was the Farabi Department Coordinator (2013-2016). Her leadership has significantly shaped the university’s academic direction. πŸ“šπŸŒπŸŽ“πŸ‘©β€πŸ«

 

Research Areas

Prof. Dr. Nurşen SarΔ±’s research spans diverse areas of Inorganic Chemistry and Bioinorganic Chemistry, focusing on Polymeric Complexes, Transition Metals, and Inorganic Polymers. Her work explores the structure and behavior of Inorganic Ring Compounds, Coordination Chemistry, and the mechanisms and kinetics of inorganic reactions. Prof. SarΔ±’s research contributes significantly to the understanding of the interactions between metals and organic ligands, which has applications in various scientific fields. Her passion for Natural Sciences drives her to uncover new insights into the molecular world. πŸŒπŸ”¬πŸ§ͺ🧬

 

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Nurşen Sarı’s research focuses on several key areas within Inorganic and Bioinorganic Chemistry. Her work includes the synthesis and biological activities of polymeric complexes, Schiff bases, and their transition metal complexes, exploring their antimicrobial and antifungal properties. She also investigates coordination chemistry, inorganic polymers, and reaction mechanisms. Her studies contribute to the development of new materials with applications in biosensors, antimicrobial agents, and medical diagnostics. These endeavors have led to significant publications in prestigious journals. πŸ§ͺπŸ”¬βš—οΈπŸŒπŸ§«

 

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πŸ” Antimicrobial activities of N-(2-hydroxy-1-naphthalidene)-amino acid (glycine, alanine, phenylalanine, histidine, tryptophane) Schiff bases and their manganese (III) complexes
Cited by: 195
Year: 2004

πŸ” ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITES OF SOME NEW AMINO ACID-SCHI BASES
Cited by: 160
Year: 2003

πŸ” Synthesis and biological activity of new cycloalkylthiophene-Schiff bases and their Cr (III) and Zn (II) complexes
Cited by: 57
Year: 2010

πŸ” Synthesis, potentiometric and antimicrobial activity studies on 2-pyridinilidene-DL-amino acids and their complexes
Cited by: 55
Year: 2003

πŸ” Structural, electrochemical and optical properties of hydrothermally synthesized transition metal oxide (Co3O4, NiO, CuO) nanoflowers
Cited by: 46
Year: 2020

πŸ” Synthesis of Some Polymer‐Metal Complexes and Elucidation of their Structures
Cited by: 46
Year: 2006

πŸ” Spectroscopic characterization of novel d-amino acid-Schiff bases and their Cr(III) and Ni(II) complexes as antimicrobial agents
Cited by: 37
Year: 2013

πŸ” Preparation of carbon paste electrodes including poly (styrene) attached glycine–Pt (IV) for amperometric detection of glucose
Cited by: 34
Year: 2014

πŸ” Nanospheres caped Pt (II) and Pt (IV): synthesis and evaluation as antimicrobial and Antifungal Agent
Cited by: 31
Year: 2017

πŸ” Ni (II)-tetrahedral complexes: Characterization, antimicrobial properties, theoretical studies and a new family of charge-transfer transitions
Cited by: 31
Year: 2013

πŸ” Some novel amino acid-schiff bases and their complexes synthesis, characterization, solid state conductivity behaviors and potentiometric studies
Cited by: 29
Year: 2004

πŸ” Synthesis, antimicrobial and antimutagenic effects of novel polymeric-Schiff bases including indol
Cited by: 27
Year: 2019

πŸ” Polystyrene attached Pt (IV)–azomethine, synthesis and immobilization of glucose oxidase enzyme
Cited by: 27
Year: 2012

πŸ” Synthesis, potentiometric and antimicrobial activity studies on DL-amino acids-Schiff bases and their complexes
Cited by: 27