Nirhvana Silva | Nanoscale Characterisation | Excellence in Research

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Mrs. Nirhvana Silva | Nanoscale Characterisation | Excellence in Research

Mrs. Nirhvana Silva, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, Brazil

Mrs. Nirhvana Silva, a dedicated Brazilian biologist, is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Biodiversity at Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, building on her Master’s degree in the same field. Under the guidance of Jacqueline Santos Silva-Cavalcanti, she explores environmental dynamics. Nirhvana’s journey began with a Bachelor’s in Biological Sciences from UFPE, followed by diverse certifications in water analysis, spatial health analysis, and sustainable practices. She contributes significantly to UFRPE, engaging in projects like Petroquímica Suape and Golfinho Rotador. Recognized for her excellence, Nirhvana received the Young Scientist Awards nomination in 2023 and secured the 2020 Best Presentation in Oceanography Socioenvironmental. 🌿🔬🏆

🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in progress in Biodiversity, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco (UFRPE), Brazil, 2023 (Grantee of CAPES). Master’s in Biodiversity, UFRPE, Brazil, 2023 (Grantee of CAPES). Graduation in Biological Sciences, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco (UFPE), Brazil, 2019.

📚 Complementary Education:

Various courses including Water Analysis, Spatial Analysis in Health, and Environmental Planning.

💼 Professional Experience:

Currently a Bolsista (Scholar) at UFRPE. Previous experience at ARVUT Sinergia em Meio Ambiente and FADE/UFPE.

🔬 Research Projects:

Participated in projects like Monitoring of Biotic Environment and Sediment at Petrochemical Suape Outfall and Projeto Golfinho Rotador.

🏆 Awards and Titles:

Nominated for the Young Scientist Awards. Recognized for Best Presentation in Socio-environmental Oceanography.

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🔬 Research Focus:

Mrs. Nirhvana Silva’s research revolves around environmental contamination, specifically addressing plastic caps and cigarette butt pollution on urban beaches. Her work delves into understanding the spatio-temporal distribution of these pollutants, taking into account the varying levels of beach usage. Through rigorous studies, she aims to shed light on the alarming global threat posed by cigarette butt pollution. Mrs. Silva’s dedication to unraveling the impact of these contaminants contributes valuable insights to the field of environmental science and advocates for sustainable solutions to mitigate their detrimental effects on our ecosystems. 🌿🚬🏖️

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Wieslaw Nowinski | Nanoscale Characterisation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Wieslaw Nowinski | Nanoscale Characterisation | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Wieslaw Nowinski, Sano Center for Computational Personalised Medicine, Poland

Prof. Dr. Wieslaw Nowinski is a visionary in nanotechnology and a recipient of numerous accolades, including the title of Titular Professor awarded by the President of Poland. With a robust academic background, including a Ph.D. in Electronics, he has held diverse roles globally, contributing significantly to neuroinformatics, medical imaging, and brain atlases. Currently serving as a Visiting Scientist at the Sano Center for Computational Personalized Medicine in Krakow, Poland, Dr. Nowinski is renowned for his 71 granted patents and over 90 technology transfers. His groundbreaking work spans from brain anatomy to innovative medical image processing, leaving an indelible mark on the intersection of science, medicine, and technology. 🧠🌐🏆

🎓Academic/Research Record:

Titular (full) Professor awarded by the President of Poland, 2015. D.Sc. (habilitation), Polish Academy of Sciences, 1994. Ph.D. with distinction, Lodz University of Technology, 1985. MSc, Warsaw University of Technology, 1977.

🔬 Present Appointment:

Visiting Scientist/Senior Postdoctoral Researcher, Sano Center for Computational Personalised Medicine, Krakow, Poland (2022-present).

🌐 Previous Positions:

Various roles in Poland, Singapore, and the USA spanning neuroinformatics, medical imaging, and academia.

🚀 Innovation and Contributions:

71 granted patents and 68 patent applications. Notable discoveries in subthalamic nucleus function, brain morphology, and cerebrovasculature. Formulation of concepts like atlas-assisted processing, helical stereotaxy, and operating room of the future.

🌟 Awards and Honors:

Recognition in Singapore for impact on neuroanatomy and white matter integrity in schizophrenia. National Technology Award Ministerial Citation for electronic human brain atlases. Honorary Pearl in Science, Badge of Honor for “Merits for Inventiveness” in Poland, and more.

🌱 Biographical Highlights:

Founding Director of John Paul II Center for Virtual Anatomy and Surgical Simulation. Established the NOWinBRAIN human brain repository. Founding Director at Sano Center for Computational Personalized Medicine.

Professional Profiles:

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

  • Cited by: All – 4,523.
  • Citations – 3,069.
  • h-index – 36.
  • Documents – 244.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

🔬 Research Focus:

Prof. Dr. Wieslaw Nowinski’s pioneering work converges on advancing neuroinformatics and neuroradiology, focusing on morphological atlasing of the human brain at the nanoscale. His research spans diverse domains: from defining and presenting cerebral sulci, bridging neuroanatomy and neuroradiology, to creating a vast repository (NOWinBRAIN) of correlated planar-surface neuroimages. Additionally, his contributions extend to establishing an operative anatomy atlas for the skull base and envisioning a multi-purpose, user-extendable reference human brain atlas. Prof. Nowinski’s pursuit towards a nanoscale connectome underscores a transformative shift in understanding neuronal morphology, storage requirements, and the evolution of human brain atlases. 🌐👨‍🔬

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Pallavi Vawhal | Nanoscale characterisation | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Pallavi Vawhal | Nanoscale characterisation | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Pallavi Vawhal, Inference INC, India

👩‍💼 Ms. Pallavi Vawhal is a Clinical Data Manager I at Inference Inc., India, with over 3 years of expertise in core Clinical Data Management (CDM) and a rich academic background spanning 12+ years. Armed with a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, she excels in project and observational management, showcasing strong decision-making abilities and innovation. Adept at navigating tight timelines, she contributes to end-to-end study activities and collaborates seamlessly with diverse teams. Driven by a commitment to process improvement, Ms. Vawhal combines her academic proficiency with hands-on experience in therapeutic areas like diabetes, cardiovascular, and neurology. 🌐💼📊

🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry (2018-2022) from Savitribai Phule Pune University, India. Master of Pharmacy (2007-2009) from The Tamilnadu, Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai, India. Bachelor of Pharmacy (2000-2004) from the University of Pune, India.

💼 Professional Experience:

Clinical Data Manager I at Inference Inc., Pune, India (Dec. 2019 – Present): Over 3 years of experience in core Clinical Data Management. Responsible for end-to-end study activities, client and project management, and process improvement. Represents the Data Management team in key meetings. Academic Experience: Assistant Professor in Pharmaceutical Chemistry: SGMSPM’S Dnyanvilas College of Pharmacy, Dudulgaon, Pune (Aug. 2018 to Dec. 2019). JSPM’S Jayawantrao Sawant College of Pharmacy & Research, Pune (Dec. 2009 to July 2018). Research Pharmacist at the National AIDS Research Institute, Pune (Feb. 2007 to Oct. 2007).

🔍 Roles and Responsibilities:

Expert in data management operations, ensuring data integrity in clinical trial databases. Proficient in project management, observational and analytical skills, and process improvement. Experienced in academic activities, lecturing, and mentoring students in research projects. Well-versed in therapeutic areas like Diabetes, Cardiovascular, Infectious Diseases, Neurology, and more. Skilled in CDMS/Tools, including Medidata Rave, Medrio, and DSG.

🌟 Achievements:

Awarded a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Received Top Cited Paper Award for Advanced Engineering Materials (2020/2021).

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🔬 Research Focus:

 🌱💻🧪 Ms. Pallavi Vawhal’s research primarily centers on the design and exploration of coumarin-based sulfonamide derivatives as potential DPP-IV inhibitors. Her work spans various critical aspects, including pre-ADME analysis, toxicity profiling, computational analysis, and in vitro enzyme assays. By delving into the molecular intricacies, she aims to uncover promising candidates for inhibiting DPP-IV, a significant enzyme in diabetes management. This interdisciplinary approach combines medicinal chemistry, computational modeling, and enzymatic studies, showcasing her commitment to advancing therapeutic interventions. Ms. Vawhal’s research aligns with drug discovery and development, emphasizing the pursuit of novel compounds with potential clinical applications. 💊👩‍🔬✨

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