Rafael Oliveira | Microbiology | Advanced Nanomaterials Research Award

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Dr. Rafael Oliveira | Microbiology | Advanced Nanomaterials Research Award

Dr. Rafael Oliveira, Northeast Strategic Technologies Center – CETENE, Brazil

Rafael José Vilela de Oliveira is a Brazilian biologist and mycologist, specializing in endophytic fungi and microbiology. He earned his Ph.D. in Botany from UFPE, with a sandwich program at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, focusing on microbial diversity in Sorghum bicolor. Rafael has extensive postdoctoral experience at UFPE and CEPLAC, contributing to microbiological and nanotechnological research. With numerous publications and active participation in academic journals, his work advances the understanding of fungal biodiversity and biotechnology applications. 🌿🔬✨

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability

Dr. Rafael José Vilela de Oliveira is an exceptional candidate for the “Advanced Nanomaterials Research Award” as his interdisciplinary expertise bridges microbiology, fungal biodiversity, and nanotechnology, contributing significantly to sustainable innovations and advanced materials research.

Education and Experience

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Botany – UFPE & Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena (2014–2018)
  • 🎓 Master’s in Botany – UFPE (2012–2014)
  • 🎓 Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences – UFPE (2007–2011)
  • 🧑‍🔬 Postdoctoral Fellow – UFPE (2019–2022)
  • 🧑‍🔬 Postdoctoral Fellow – CEPLAC (2018–2019)
  • 🧑‍🏫 Researcher – CETENE (2023–Present)

Professional Development

Rafael has actively pursued knowledge in cutting-edge areas such as nanotechnology, microbiology, and bioinformatics. He completed certifications in Nanotechnology & Nanotoxicology 🧪, Applied Nanotechnology to Microbiology 🌐, and Molecular Phylogeny 🧬. His dedication extends to learning biosafety measures and advanced sequencing techniques to enhance research accuracy and impact. His professional development underscores his commitment to integrating traditional biological research with innovative technologies for multidisciplinary solutions. 🚀📚🌟

Research Focus

Rafael’s research is rooted in fungal biodiversity and its applications in microbiology and biotechnology. 🌱🔬 He explores endophytic fungi in crops like Cocos nucifera and Sorghum bicolor, advancing sustainable agricultural practices and biocontrol methods. Rafael also delves into nanotechnology’s intersection with microbiology, studying microbial interactions at the nanoscale. His work contributes to understanding fungal physiology, molecular phylogeny, and the broader ecological roles of fungi, aiming to innovate in food security, nanotoxicology, and bioresources. 🍄🧬🌍

Awards and Honors

  • 🏆 CNPq Scholarship – Doctoral and Master’s Programs
  • 🎖️ FACEPE Fellowship – Postdoctoral Researcher at UFPE
  • 🌟 CEPLAC Fellowship – Postdoctoral Researcher in Brasília
  • 🌍 ERASMUS+ Fellowship – Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
  • 📜 Journal Reviewer – Renowned journals like Journal of Fungi, Mycological Progress, and Plant Disease

Publication Top notes:

  • First Report of Pythium aphanidermatum Causing Damping Off, Collar and Root Rot of Coriander in Brazil 🌱🇧🇷
    Cited by: 1.
  • Metarhizium pingshaense Photolyase Expression and Virulence to Rhipicephalus microplus After UV-B Exposure 🦠☀️
    Cited by: 3.
  • First Report of Colletotrichum tropicale Causing Leaf Spot on Cariniana legalis in Brazil 🍃🇧🇷
    Cited by: 3.
  • A Polyphasic Approach to the Taxonomy of Backusella Reveals Two New Species 🧬🍄
    Cited by: 3.
  • Sooty Mould Caused by Capnodium alfenasii on Azadirachta indica 🌳⚫
    Cited by: 3.

 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen | Microbiology Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen | Microbiology Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen , National Chiayi University , Taiwan

Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen is an esteemed Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemical Science and Technology at National ChiaYi University, Chiayi City, Taiwan. He earned his Ph.D. from the Institute of Molecular Biology, National Chung Hsing University, in 2011. With a robust background in molecular microbiology, biochemistry, medical technology, and clinical research, Dr. Chen has held various prominent positions, including Associate Research Fellow at Chiayi Christian Hospital and Senior R&D Researcher at GeneReach Biotech Corp. He is also a certified medical technologist and has been on the editorial boards of BMC Infectious Diseases and Processes. Dr. Chen’s contributions to the field are well-regarded, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and research

Professional Profile:

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🎓Education:

Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from National Chung Hsing University in Taichung, Taiwan, completing his studies from July 2005 to February 2011. His doctoral research laid a strong foundation for his expertise in molecular microbiology, biochemistry, and medical technology, contributing significantly to his subsequent academic and professional accomplishments.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen has accumulated extensive professional experience throughout his career. Since August 2019, he has served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemical Science and Technology at National ChiaYi University in Chiayi City, Taiwan. Prior to this, he was a Project Faculty Assistant Professor in the same department from August 2016 to July 2019. From December 2014 to July 2016, Dr. Chen worked as an Associate Research Fellow in the Department of Internal Medicine at Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chiayi Christian Hospital. Before that, he was a Senior R&D Researcher at GeneReach Biotech Corp. in Taichung City from August 2014 to November 2014. His postdoctoral fellowship at the National Institute of Infectious Diseases and Vaccinology at the National Health Research Institutes in Miaoli City, from June 2011 to August 2014, further honed his research skills and expertise in the field.

🏆Awards:

Dr. Yih-Yuan Chen is recognized for his professional certifications, having been certified as a Medical Technologist in Taiwan since 1998. Additionally, he attained certification as an Assistant Professor in Taiwan in 2016, further validating his expertise and qualifications in the field of biochemical science and technology.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Bioprospecting of a Thermostable L-Methioninase from Alcaligenes aquatilis BJ-1 in Agro-Industrial Waste
    • Journal: Microbiology Research
    • Year: 2023
  2. Whole Genome Sequencing and Pan-Genomic Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Vibrio cholerae VC01 Isolated from a Clinical Sample
    • Journal: Microorganisms
    • Year: 2023
  3. Pathological Granuloma Fibrosis Induced by Agar-Embedded Mycobacterium abscessus in C57BL/6JNarl Mice
    • Journal: Frontiers in Immunology
    • Year: 2023
  4. Microbiota Dysbiosis in Odontogenic Rhinosinusitis and Its Association with Anaerobic Bacteria
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2022
  5. Suppression of SREBP-1 Expression by Simvastatin Decreases Visfatin-Induced Chemoresistance to Sunitinib in Human Renal Carcinoma 786-O Cells
    • Journal: Life
    • Year: 2022

 

 

 

Suriya Rehman | Microbiology | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Suriya Rehman | Microbiology| Women Researcher Award

Dr. Suriya Rehman, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Suriya Rehman is a distinguished microbiologist and educator, holding a PhD in Microbial Toxicology from Jamia Hamdard University, India. With over a decade of teaching expertise, she currently serves as a faculty member at Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia. Her research spans diverse areas, including microbial screening, drug discovery, and molecular typing of MRSA. Dr. Rehman has been recognized globally, listed among the top 2% world scientists in 2022 and 2023. Passionate about community engagement, she delivers insightful lectures on topics like nanotechnology and climate change. 🧪🌍🔬

🎓 Academic Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Microbial Toxicology, Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi, India (2010). M.Sc. in Microbiology, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, UP, India (2002).

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

Institute of Research and Medical Consultations, IAU, Dammam, Saudi Arabia – Master course in Biotechnology (Sep 2019 – Present). Bangladesh International Higher Secondary, Dammam, KSA – IGCSE O and GCE A level (Apr 2011 – Apr 2014). Department of Bioresources, University of Kashmir, India – Master course in Bioresources (Jan 2009 – Sep 2010). NMC – SKY Institute of Medical & Allied Sciences, Noida, UP, India – Bsc Nursing (part-time) (Dec 2006 – Jan 2008).

🔬 Research Experience:

Notable research includes screening lipase-producing microbes, isolation and characterization of endophytes and extremophiles, and molecular typing of MRSA. Awarded as Among the Top 10 Researchers of the year 2020 by Imam AbdulRahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, KSA.

🏅 Awards/Medals:

Listed in the top 2% world scientists in 2023 and 2022 by Elsevier and Stanford University. Awarded as one of the Top 10 Researchers of the year 2020 by Imam AbdulRahman Bin Faisal University.

💼 Funded Research Projects (Selected):

Green synthesis of nanoparticles for bioactivity against multidrug-resistant human pathogens. Designing ZnO/alginate-hierarchical silica biocomposite for biomedical applications. Laboratory Scale In-Situ Petroleum Hydrocarbon Bioremediation using geotextile filter, bacteria, and nutrients. Various COVID-19 research projects focusing on immune and thymus response, antiviral drugs, and targeted drug delivery.

🎙️ Invited Lectures:

Renowned speaker at international conferences on Nanotechnology and Climate Change. Guest lecture on “Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)” at the Institute for Research and Medical Consultation.

Professional Profiles:

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

  • Cited by: All – 2457.
  • Citations – 2457.
  • h-index – 29.
  • Documents – 111.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

Research Focus 🌐🧪

Dr. Suriya Rehman’s research spans diverse areas with a primary focus on the isolation and identification of bioactive compounds from endophytic strains. Her pioneering work includes the isolation of a podophyllotoxin-producing strain of Fusarium oxysporum from Juniperus recurva and a camptothecin-producing Neurospora sp. from Nothapodytes foetida. She has delved into the therapeutic potential of Tanshinone IIA and explored the green synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles using Bacillus haynesii. Dr. Rehman’s contributions extend to the fields of antimicrobial and anticandidal activities, highlighted by her work on bioinspired ZnO NPs and spinel chromium-substituted copper ferrite nanoparticles. Additionally, she has made significant strides in understanding the molecular aspects of MRSA isolates and exploring the anti-cancer properties of nanoparticles like Mn0.5Zn0.5SmxEuxFe1.8−2xO4. 🌱🧪🔬

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