Mr. José Robério de Oliveira Netto | Nanobiotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. José Robério de Oliveira Netto | Nanobiotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. José Robério de Oliveira Netto at Universidade Potiguar – UnP, Brazil

José Robério de Oliveira Netto is a Brazilian biotechnologist and doctoral candidate at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) through the Northeast Biotechnology Network (RENORBIO). He holds a bachelor’s degree from Universidade Potiguar (2014–2018) and a postgraduate specialization in Clinical and Toxicological Analyses from UFRN (2019–2021). His research focuses on the biotechnological decontamination of water and the development of nanoformulations for drug delivery. José Robério has contributed to several notable scientific works, including publications on the bioavailability of natural compounds like trans-dehydrocrotonin and the applications of copaiba oil in pharmacology and nanotechnology. His academic and professional journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing health-focused biotechnological solutions through innovative research.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Mr. José Robério de Oliveira Netto

Mr. José Robério de Oliveira Netto is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award in recognition of his academic excellence, impactful research in biotechnology and toxicology, and dedication to addressing critical issues in environmental and public health. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Universidade Potiguar, a postgraduate specialization in Clinical and Toxicological Analysis (DACT/UFRN), and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Biotechnology through the esteemed RENORBIO program at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN). His doctoral research focuses on biotechnological solutions for water decontamination and health applications — a field with immense societal relevance.

🎓 Education

  1. Ph.D. Candidate in Biotechnology (Biotecnologia em Saúde)
    🏛️ Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) – RENORBIO
    📍 Natal, Brazil | ⏳ 2020 – Present
    🔬 Focus: Biotechnology applied to health, nanotechnology, and biosystems

  2. Graduate Specialization in Clinical and Toxicological Analysis
    🏛️ UFRN – DACT/CCS
    📍 Natal, Brazil | ⏳ 2019 – 2021
    🧪 Clinical biochemistry, toxicological testing, and environmental diagnostics

  3. Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedicine
    🏛️ Universidade Potiguar (UnP)
    📍 Natal, Brazil | ⏳ 2014 – 2018
    🧬 Emphasis on biomedical sciences and lab research

💼 Work Experience & Research Contributions

  • Doctoral Researcher – UFRN / RENORBIO
    🔬 Investigating biotechnological solutions for health applications, including nanoemulsions and natural compounds like Copaiba oil.
    🧪 Focus on drug delivery systems and water decontamination.

  • Co-author of Peer-Reviewed Scientific Articles & Book Chapters
    ✍️ Published works in International Journal of Molecular Sciences, and co-authored chapters in books on nanotechnology and environmental sciences.

🏆 Key Publications & Scientific Contributions

  1. “Bioavailability for the Improved Therapeutic Profile of trans-Dehydrocrotonin…”
    📰 International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2025
    📌 Involves self-nanoemulsifying drug delivery systems and antioxidant testing
    🔗 DOI: 10.3390/ijms26104469

  2. “Copaiba oil as a natural product challenge…”
    📘 Applications and Industrialisation of Nanotechnology, 2022
    🌱 Explores Copaiba oil in pharmacology and biotechnology

  3. “Medições de índices de contaminantes em água…”
    📕 Águas potáveis: padrões de qualidade…, 2022
    🚰 Studies on water contamination and purification techniques
    🔗 DOI: 10.51859/amplla.app2385-7

🏅 Achievements & Honors

  • 🧪 Recognized Contributor to Brazilian biotechnology research in health and environmental applications

  • 📚 Author in interdisciplinary fields merging natural product chemistry, pharmacology, and nanotech

  • 💧 Environmental Advocate through water purification research in Brazilian urban areas

Publication Top Notes

Bioavailability for the Improved Therapeutic Profile of <i>trans</i>-Dehydrocrotonin Incorporated into a Copaiba Oil Self-Nanoemulsifying Drug Delivery System: Formulation, Physicochemical Characterizations, and Antioxidant In Vitro Effect

Copaiba oil as a natural product challenge in the chemistry, pharmacological and biotecnological fields

PROBLEMÁTICA DA OCORRÊNCIA DE NITRATO NAS ÁGUAS DO AQUÍFERO DUNAS-BARREIRAS DA CIDADE DE NATAL/RN

TECNOLOGIAS DESENVOLVIDAS PARA REMOÇÃO DE NITRATO EM ÁGUAS POTÁVEIS

ÁGUAS POTÁVEIS: PADRÕES DE QUALIDADE E SUSTENTABILIDADE

 

Dr. Priyanka Singh | Nanobiotechnology Awards | Most Cited Paper Award

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Dr. Priyanka Singh | Nanobiotechnology Awards | Most Cited Paper Award

Dr. Priyanka Singh , Denmark Technical University , Denmark

Dr. Priyanka Singh is a Senior Researcher at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability, Technical University of Denmark. With over seven years of post-doctoral experience, she specializes in green nanoscience and medical biology, focusing on innovative drug development for cancer and infections. Dr. Singh holds a Ph.D. in Nanoscience from Kyung Hee University and has secured substantial external funding for her pioneering research in nanomaterials. She is also committed to mentoring Ph.D. students and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to advance cell biology and translate research into impactful outcomes.

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Education:

Dr. Priyanka Singh earned her Ph.D. in Nanoscience from Kyung Hee University, South Korea, in 2016, where she designed nanoparticles and drug conjugates/nanoformulations to enhance the pharmacokinetics of poorly water-soluble drugs for cancer and infectious cells. She holds a Diploma in Transformational Leadership Programme-Leading Women from CBS, Denmark, completed in November 2020. Dr. Singh has acquired several certifications from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA, including physiological characterization, solubilization, and solid form screening for drugs (2022), biologics (2021), drug development processes and CMC aspects (2021), and preclinical and phase 1 oral drug formulations (2021). Additionally, she completed a Teaching Lab course at DTU in January 2022, focused on university-level teaching and learning. Her academic background also includes a Master’s in Microbiology from CSJMU, India (2008-2010), and a Bachelor’s in Microbiology from Kachchh University, India (2005-2008).

Work Experience:

Dr. Priyanka Singh is a Senior Researcher at the Center for Biosustainability, Technical University of Denmark, since December 2023. She leads studies on developing nanomaterials for anticancer and antimicrobial drugs, publishing in high-impact journals, and supervises Ph.D. students in hands-on development of these materials. She is also leading a project on “graphene-based solutions for marine biofilm inhibition” and employs advanced techniques like Flow cytometry, SEM, TEM, and Incucyte for characterizing nanomaterials in various disease models. From January 2021 to November 2023, as a Researcher at the same center, she led a team advancing nanomaterials in medical applications, focusing on biologics formation and characterization, investigating their impact on cancer cells, and enhancing their therapeutic potential.

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