Saeed Shanehsazzadeh | Molecular imaging | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Saeed Shanehsazzadeh | Molecular imaging | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Saeed Shanehsazzadeh, UNSW, Australia

Dr. Saeed Shanehsazzadeh 🎓 is a renowned medical physicist and researcher specializing in molecular imaging, radiopharmaceuticals, and advanced data analysis. With over a decade of experience 🌏 across Australia, Singapore, Canada, Belgium, and Iran, he has contributed significantly to Alzheimer’s disease detection using magnetic nanoparticles 🧠✨. Currently a Fellow at the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHEBA) at UNSW Sydney 🏫, Dr. Shanehsazzadeh has published 52 papers 📄, received 1,475 citations 📊, and achieved an H-index of 24 📈. His expertise includes Python-based imaging analysis 🐍 and nanotracer development 🧪, earning him global recognition and numerous awards 🏆.

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Summary of Suitability

Dr. Saeed Shanehsazzadeh is an exemplary researcher whose innovative contributions, technical expertise, and global collaborations make him a prime candidate for the “Best Researcher Award”. His work bridges the gap between fundamental science and clinical applications, offering transformative solutions to healthcare challenges.

Education and Experience

  • 🎓 PhD in Medical Physics – Tehran University of Medical Sciences
  • 🏫 Fellow – Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHEBA), UNSW Sydney
  • 🌏 Fellow – National Imaging Facility, Australia
  • 📡 Research Positions – National University of Singapore, University of Saskatchewan, Belgium institutions
  • 🧪 Postdoctoral Research – Molecular imaging and radiopharmaceutical development
  • 🐾 Expertise in Preclinical Imaging – PET, MRI, CT

Professional Development 

Dr. Shanehsazzadeh is a versatile researcher 🎯 with technical mastery in molecular imaging 🧬, nanotracer quality control 🧪, and radiopharmaceutical development 🧫. He excels in Python and MATLAB programming 🐍 for imaging data analysis and pharmacokinetic modeling 📈. His preclinical imaging expertise 🐾 spans PET, MRI, and CT technologies, alongside radiomics and biostatistical programming. A dedicated mentor 👩‍🏫, he has supervised PhD and MSc students, contributing to professional growth 🌟. Through innovation and collaboration 🤝, he has secured competitive grants 💰 and driven impactful research, solidifying his position as a leader in medical physics and translational science 🔬.

Research Focus

Dr. Shanehsazzadeh’s research centers on molecular imaging 🧬 and nanotechnology applications 🧪 in medicine, particularly for neurological disorders 🧠. His pioneering work includes Alzheimer’s disease detection through magnetic nanoparticles ✨, radiopharmaceutical development for cancer imaging 🎗️, and advanced pharmacokinetic modeling 📊. He explores radiomics 🖼️ to enhance diagnostic accuracy and drug delivery systems 🚀 for therapeutic interventions. Animal imaging (PET, MRI, CT) 🐾 forms the backbone of his preclinical investigations, complemented by his proficiency in Python-based data analysis 🐍. His research advances precision medicine 🎯, ensuring innovative solutions for complex healthcare challenges 🌍.

Awards and Honors 

  • 🏆 Best Presentation Awards – Multiple international conferences
  • ✈️ Prestigious Travel Grants – Recognized for global collaborations
  • 🌟 Research Excellence Awards – Acknowledged for impactful contributions
  • 📚 Competitive Grant Recipient – Funding for cutting-edge projects
  • 👨‍🏫 Mentorship Recognition – For nurturing future scientists

Publication Top Notes:

  • Blood-Nanoparticle Interactions Create a Brain Delivery Superhighway for Doxorubicin 🧠💊
    Cited by: 2.
  • Small Zinc-Doped Iron Oxide Tracers for Magnetic Particle Imaging 🧲📡
    Cited by: 3.
  • Nanomedicine Ex Machina: Between Model-Informed Development and Artificial Intelligence 🤖🧬
    Cited by: 16.
  • Predicting Drug Release and Degradation Kinetics of Long-Acting Microsphere Formulations of Tacrolimus for Subcutaneous Injection 🔬💉
    Cited by: 29.
  • Preliminary Studies of 68Ga-NODA-USPION-BBN as a Dual-Modality Contrast Agent for Use in Positron Emission Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Imaging 🧪🖼️
    Cited by: 8.

 

 

Dr. Agustina Alaimo | Pathology Awards | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Agustina Alaimo | Pathology Awards | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Agustina Alaimo ,University of Buenos Aires, Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences,Argentina

Agustina Alaimo, PhD, is a dedicated cellular and molecular biologist from Argentina, currently affiliated with the Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Cellular Dynamics and Nano-tools at the University of Buenos Aires (FCEN-UBA), where she holds a position as an Adjunct Researcher in the CONICET Research Career. Her current research focuses on developing chitosan nanogels as bioactive delivery systems for treating ocular diseases, a project she has been involved in since November 2020. Prior to this, Agustina spent five years as an Assistant Researcher in the same lab, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Oscar E. Pérez, investigating mitochondrial dynamics in neurodegenerative diseases like Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. She completed her PhD in Biological Chemistry at the University of Buenos Aires, exploring manganese-induced neurotoxicity and apoptotic pathways in cell death, and conducted postdoctoral research on mitochondrial fusion and fission in motor neuron apoptosis. Agustina’s academic journey also includes a research fellowship in neurodegenerative diseases at the University of Cagliari, Italy. With expertise in mitochondria biology, cell biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutics, and nanotechnology, she excels as a team leader and effective communicator in interdisciplinary scientific endeavors.

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🎓Education:

Agustina Alaimo, PhD, is a distinguished cellular and molecular biologist from Argentina, with a robust academic background rooted in Biological Chemistry. She completed her PhD at the University of Buenos Aires from 2007 to 2012, focusing on “Manganese-induced neurotoxicity and apoptotic pathways in cell death,” with a specialization in mitochondrial dynamics under the supervision of Dr. Kotler. Following her doctoral studies, Agustina pursued postdoctoral training at the Department of Biological Chemistry, FCEN-UBA, Argentina, from 2012 to 2015. During this period, she investigated the “Role of mitochondrial fusion and fission events in apoptotic cell death of motor neurons in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) models,” under the guidance of Dr. M. Kotler and Dr. O. Uchitel.

🏢Work Experience:

Agustina Alaimo, PhD, is an accomplished cellular and molecular biologist based in Argentina, currently serving as an Adjunct Researcher at the Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Cellular Dynamics and Nano-tools at FCEN-UBA. Since November 2020, her research has focused on developing chitosan nanogels as bioactive delivery systems for treating ocular diseases, aiming to enhance therapeutic outcomes in biomedical and nutritional contexts.Prior to her current role, Agustina held the position of Assistant Researcher at the same laboratory from March 2015 to October 2020. During this period, she conducted pioneering research on mitochondrial dynamics in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly in understanding the role of mitochondrial fusion and fission events in apoptotic cell death of motor neurons, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Oscar E. Pérez. Her investigations have contributed significantly to advancing knowledge in cellular dynamics and nano-tools, underscoring her expertise in applying biological chemistry principles to address complex biomedical challenges.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Title: Mitochondrial quality control in non-exudative age-related macular degeneration: From molecular mechanisms to structural and functional recovery
    • Cited By: 1
  • Title: Broad-Spectrum Antiviral Effect of Cannabidiol Against Enveloped and Nonenveloped Viruses
    • Cited By: 2
  • Title: Gellan gum-based dermatological formulations
  • Title: Chitosan-Based Nanogels Designed for Betanin-Rich Beetroot Extract Transport: Physicochemical and Biological Aspects
    • Cited By: 1
  • Title: Chitosan-based nanosuspensions for ocular diagnosis and therapy
    • Cited By: 1