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KOUSALYA LAVUDI , Ohio State University, United States

Dr. Kousalya Lavudi, a Postdoctoral Fellow at Ohio State University in the United States, has been honored with the prestigious Cancer Nanotechnology Award, recognizing her outstanding contributions to the field. Her groundbreaking research has garnered her the title of Best Researcher, reflecting her dedication and innovation in cancer nanotechnology. Dr. Lavudi’s work promises significant advancements in cancer treatment through the application of nanotechnology, offering hope for improved therapies and outcomes. 🏆🔬 Her achievements underscore her commitment to excellence and her potential to make lasting contributions to the fight against cancer.

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Education

Dr. Kousalya Lavudi’s academic journey reflects her unwavering commitment to advancing cancer research. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Oncology and Cancer Biology from KIIT University in Bhubaneswar, India, and The Ohio State University in Columbus, USA. Her thesis, “Role of Aldehyde dehydrogenase 1A1 in maintaining PARP inhibitor resistance in Ovarian cancer,” demonstrates her expertise in this critical area. Prior to her Ph.D., she completed a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) with a major in Biology from Andhra University and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology from Pondicherry University. Her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biotechnology from Andhra University laid the foundation for her remarkable academic journey. 🎓

Work Experience

From June 2019 to May 2022, Dr. Kousalya Lavudi served as a Visiting Research Fellow at the Department of Radiation Oncology, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA. During this period, she contributed significantly to the research endeavors of the department, showcasing her expertise and dedication to advancing oncology. In June 2022, Dr. Lavudi transitioned into the role of Research Associate 1B/H within the same department, continuing her impactful work in the field of radiation oncology. Her ongoing commitment to research and her tenure at Ohio State University reflect her passion for exploring innovative solutions in cancer treatment. 🌟🔬

Awards

Dr. Kousalya Lavudi’s academic achievements highlight her exceptional dedication and prowess in the field of biotechnology. She secured the 1st position in her district in the 10th class, setting the stage for her remarkable journey. Throughout her undergraduate years, she consistently excelled, topping her university with an impressive overall score of 88%. Dr. Lavudi’s passion for biotechnology led her to actively participate in workshops, such as the Workshop on Beauty of Biotechnology, during her graduation. Her academic excellence was further acknowledged through her successful qualifications in prestigious examinations, including GATE Life Sciences 2016, APSET 2017, and CSIR-LS 2017. 🏅📚

Publications Top Notes

“Cytotoxic potential of biogenic zinc oxide nanoparticles synthesized from Swertia chirayita leaf extract on colorectal cancer cells” (2021) – 25 citations

Co-authors: HM Berehu, MI Khan, R Chakraborty, J Penchalaneni

“Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles by leaf extracts of Boerhavia erecta and spectral characterization and their antimicrobial, antioxidant and cytotoxic studies on ovarian cancer” (2020) – 19 citations

Co-authors: SR Palle, J Penchalaneni, SA Gaddam, VS Kotakadi

“A novel estrogen receptor β agonist diminishes ovarian cancer stem cells via suppressing the epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition” (2022) – 10 citations

Co-authors: A Banerjee, S Cai, G Xie, N Li, X Bai, K Wang, X Zhang

“ERK inactivation enhances stemness of NSCLC cells via promoting Slug-mediated epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition” (2022) – 10 citations

Co-authors: S Cai, N Li, X Bai, L Liu, A Banerjee, X Zhang, J Zhao

“A bioinformatic approach of targeting SARS-CoV-2 replication by silencing a conserved alternative reserve of the orf8 gene using host miRNAs” (2022) – 8 citations

Co-authors: VR Goud, R Chakraborty, A Chakraborty, S Patnaik, S Sharma

Dr. Fen Zou: Nanaomterials fo Cancer Therapy

Dr. Zou Fen is a dedicated Laboratory Engineer at South China University of Technology, School of Medicine. Holding a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from SCUT, with earlier academic achievements including a Master’s from Central South University and a Bachelor’s from Hunan Agricultural University. With a robust background in biomedical engineering, Dr. Zou has been actively involved in research since 2016, specializing in the generation mechanism and phase transformation process of calcium phosphate crystals in matrix vesicles. Passionate about advancing medical science, Dr. Zou’s commitment is evident through ongoing contributions to the field. 🧪🔬

📚 Education:

🎓 Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, South China University of Technology (2011-2016). 🎓 Master’s in Biomedical Engineering, Central South University (2005-2008). 🎓 Bachelor’s in Biotechnology, Hunan Agricultural University (2000-2004)

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience:

🏢 South China University of Technology, School of Medicine. 🧪 Laboratory Engineer (2016-present). 🏢 Zhongshan South China Modern Traditional Chinese Medicine City Development Co., Ltd. 📊 Administration Department (2008-2011)

National Natural Science Foundation of China Project:

🌐 Hosted and participated in the General Project titled “Generation mechanism and phase transformation process of calcium phosphate crystals in matrix vesicles” (2018-2021, Grant: 51772105).

Achievements:

🏆 Acknowledged for contributions to the field of Biomedical Engineering. 📚 Actively involved in scientific research, aiming to advance understanding in the generation and transformation of calcium phosphate crystals.

Professional Affiliation:

🔬 South China University of Technology, School of Medicine.

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The impact of her research is evident in citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar:

Cited by: All – 211.
Citations – 211.
h-index – 5.
Documents – 12.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

👩‍🔬 Research Focus

The researcher’s primary focus lies in the interdisciplinary field of biomaterials and nanotechnology for medical applications, particularly in the development of scaffolds for bone regeneration and cancer treatment. 🦴🔬 Their work spans diverse topics such as optimal pore sizes in 3D-plotted Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate scaffolds, enhancing osteogenic differentiation on β-TCP robocast scaffolds modified with collagen nanofibers, and investigating the antitumor effects of carbon nanospheres on prostate cancer. Additionally, the researcher explores thermodynamics of micellization for sustained drug release, using Folate-targeted capecitabine loaded nanomicelles. They delve into oncotherapeutic approaches, combining chemotherapy and ferroptosis using Ferrocene-Based Polymeric Nanoparticles carrying doxorubicin. 🧪 Their expertise extends to manipulating mesenchymal stem cell differentiation through nanopatterns constructed via cell-mediated mineralization.

KOUSALYA LAVUDI | Cancer Nanotechnology Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. KOUSALYA LAVUDI | Cancer Nanotechnology Award | Best Researcher Award

KOUSALYA LAVUDI , Ohio State University, United States