Dr. Ziba Najmi | Antimicrobial | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ziba Najmi | University of Piemonte Orientale | Italy

Dr. Ziba Najmi is a dedicated microbiologist and postdoctoral fellow at the Università del Piemonte Orientale, Italy. With a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Shahid Beheshti University, Iran, her work explores antimicrobial peptides, biofilm management, and OMICS-based biomaterial evaluation. Dr. Najmi’s expertise in genetic analysis, proteomics, and advanced microscopy has led to over 20 peer-reviewed articles and a growing h-index of 9. Her collaborative research spans esteemed institutions worldwide. Fluent in Persian, English, and Italian, she continues to advance knowledge in microbiology and biomaterial sciences with a focus on real-world health applications. 🧫🔬📚

Professional Profile

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Education and Experience 🎓💼

Education:

🎓 Ph.D. in Microbiology (2012–2018)
- Shahid Beheshti University, Iran
- Thesis: Optimization and characterization of biosurfactants.
🎓 M.Sc. in Microbiology (2008–2011)
- Shahid Beheshti University, Iran
- Thesis: Biodesulfurization of dibenzothiophene.
🎓 B.Sc. in Microbiology (2003–2007)
- Tehran University, Iran

Experience:

💼 Postdoctoral Fellow (2020–Present)
- Università del Piemonte Orientale, Italy
- Research on antimicrobial peptides and biofilm management.
🧪 Visiting Ph.D. Researcher (2015–2016)
- Milano-Bicocca University, Italy
- Project on rubber devulcanization using biosurfactants.

Professional Development 🌟🔬

Dr. Ziba Najmi has excelled in advancing microbiology research, particularly in antimicrobial peptides and biofilm management. Her hands-on expertise includes bacterial cultivation, histological assays, genetic analysis (qPCR), and OMICS-based techniques. Utilizing cutting-edge microscopy, Dr. Najmi evaluates bioactive biomaterials for medical applications. With collaborations across Europe and over 20 scientific articles, she is a leading voice in antibacterial research and biomaterial innovation. Dr. Najmi is also multilingual and actively bridges scientific communities. Her work is paving the way for safer, more effective antimicrobial technologies with practical healthcare applications. 🧫🦠🔍

Research Focus 🔍📚

Dr. Ziba Najmi’s research revolves around designing antimicrobial materials, managing biofilms, and advancing OMICS-based biomaterial evaluations. She specializes in antimicrobial peptides and bioactive glass, focusing on biomaterial regeneration and infection control. By combining proteomics, advanced microscopy, and genetic analysis, Dr. Najmi investigates the interplay between pathogens and biomaterials. Her work contributes to the development of innovative solutions to combat microbial resistance and enhance material biocompatibility. Her contributions hold promise for applications in medicine, bioengineering, and environmental health. 🌟🧪🧬

Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️

🏅 Postdoctoral Fellowship at Università del Piemonte Orientale (2020–Present)
🌍 Erasmus Visiting Researcher Grant at Milano-Bicocca University (2015–2016)
📜 Top Ph.D. Thesis Award from Shahid Beheshti University (2018)
🔬 Young Scientist Travel Grant for International Microbiology Congress (2017)
📚 Publication Recognition Award for high-impact articles (2019)

Publication Top Notes

3D-Printed Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffolds with Vitrimeric Properties Reinforced by Tellurium-Doped Bioactive Glass
Exploring the In Vitro Antibacterial Potential of Specific Probiotic Strains against Oral Pathogens
Exploring the In Vitro Antibacterial Potential of Specific Probiotic Strains Against Oral Pathogens
UV-Cured Bio-Based Acrylated Soybean Oil Scaffold Reinforced with Bioactive Glasses
Development, Analytical Characterization, and Bioactivity Evaluation of Boswellia serrata Extract-Layered Double Hydroxide Hybrid Composites
Functionalization of a Chemically Treated Ti6Al4V-ELI Alloy with Nisin for Antibacterial Purposes

Dr. Marwa Jardak ,University Laboratory of Biodiversity and Microbial Ecology, Quimper,France

Marwa Jardak, a Doctor-Engineer in Biological Engineering, is a researcher specializing in microbiology, particularly in the study of bacterial biofilms. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at the University Laboratory of Biodiversity and Microbial Ecology in Quimper, France, she is conducting research on the resistance of bacterial spores within biofilms. She has also worked at the Biotechnology Center of Sfax in Tunisia, where she developed formulations to combat biofilms in the dairy industry. Marwa Jardak has expertise in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics, and has contributed to several scientific publications and patents.

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Summary of Suitability

Marwa Jardak is a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award due to her impressive academic background, extensive research experience, and significant contributions to the field of microbiology, particularly in the study and control of bacterial biofilms.

🎓Education:

Marwa Jardak holds a Doctorate in Biological Engineering with a focus on Microbiology from the École Nationale d’Ingénieurs de Sfax, Tunisia, where she completed her thesis on the inhibition of bacterial biofilms using Staphylococcus epidermidis as a model (2014 – 2019). She also earned an Engineering Degree in Biological Engineering from the same institution, where her project involved screening endophytic microorganisms for the production of biomolecules with pharmaceutical interests (2011 – 2014). Prior to these, she completed preparatory studies in Biology-Geology at the Institut Préparatoire aux Études d’Ingénieurs in Sfax, Tunisia (2009 – 2011), and obtained her Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences from Lycée Majida Boulila in Sfax (2008 – 2009).

🏢Work Experience:

Marwa Jardak is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University Laboratory of Biodiversity and Microbial Ecology in Quimper, France, where she has been working since November 2022 on a project studying thermophilic spore-forming bacteria and spore resistance within biofilms. Prior to this, she was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Biotechnology Center of Sfax in Tunisia from September 2019 to September 2022, focusing on the development of new formulations to combat biofilms in the dairy industry. She also served as a Part-Time Instructor at the Ecole Supérieure de Technologie in Meknès, Tunisia, from 2017 to 2019, teaching Computer Science and Mechanics. Additionally, she completed a research internship at the University of Porto, Portugal, under the ERASMUS+ program from 2016 to 2017, and participated in a training internship at Mohammed 6 Polytechnic University in Ben Guérir, Morocco, in 2014.

Publication Top Notes:

“Control of Staphylococcus epidermidis Biofilm by Surfactins of an Endophytic Bacterium Bacillus sp. 15 F”

“A Novel Perspective on Eugenol as a Natural Anti-Quorum Sensing Molecule Against Serratia sp.”

“Prodigiosin from Serratia: Synthesis and Potential Applications”

“Antibacterial, Antibiofilm and Cytotoxic Properties of Prodigiosin Produced by a Newly Isolated Serratia sp. C6LB from a Milk Collection Center”

“Endophytic Fungi: Important Source of Biologically Active Molecules”

“Chemical Composition, Antibiofilm Activities of Tunisian Spices Essential Oils and Combinatorial Effect Against Staphylococcus epidermidis Biofilm”

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