Dr. Ziyad Gunga | Bio Materials | Best Innovation Award

Dr. Ziyad Gunga | Bio Materials | Best Innovation Award

Chef de Clinique at Cardiac Surgery Department | CHUV | Lausanne | Switzerland

Dr. Ziyad Gunga is a cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgeon based at Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois, serving as Chef de Clinique Adjoint with specialization in advanced cardiac surgery, structural heart interventions, minimally invasive techniques, transplantation, ECMO, and complex valve procedures. Trained at Sorbonne Université and currently affiliated with Université de Lille for interventional and structural cardiology, he has authored 22 peer-reviewed publications with 135 citations and an h-index of 6, and is internationally recognized for innovative approaches in bioprosthetic valve thrombosis and advanced cardiovascular surgical care.

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Nahid Ghasemi | Bio materials | Editorial Board Member

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nahid Ghasemi | Bio materials | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor at Islamic Azad University Arak Branch | Iran

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nahid Ghasemi is an accomplished Associate Professor of Applied Chemistry whose academic career spans extensive teaching, research, and scientific supervision across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels at the Islamic Azad University, Arak Branch. With foundational training from the University of Tehran and advanced degrees in Applied Chemistry from the Islamic Azad University system, she has built deep expertise in analytical chemistry, environmental chemistry, nanomaterials, chemical modeling, and reactor systems. Her scholarly work reflects a sustained commitment to innovative methods in adsorption, biosynthesis of nanoparticles, membrane technology, environmental remediation, microextraction techniques, neural-network-based modeling, and green chemistry. She has contributed significantly to research through projects on simultaneous spectrophotometric determination of uranium and thorium using genetic algorithm–PLS regression, CFD simulation of impinging reactors, QSAR-based prediction of non-peptidic inhibitors of human neutrophil elastase, and extensive studies on sorption kinetics, thermodynamics, and micromixer design. Her publication record is equally strong, including research on kinetic and thermodynamic studies of methylene blue adsorption by MIL-101(Cr)@ZnO nanostructure, electricity generation enhancement using SPEEK-based proton exchange membranes modified with goethite nanoparticles, adsorption behavior of Pb(II) on pumpkin-derived adsorbents, biosynthesis and catalytic activity of silver nanoparticles produced from various plant extracts, optimization of antifouling nanofiltration PES membranes, heat transfer prediction in helically coiled tubes with nano-fluids, trace analysis of pharmaceutical compounds using solvent bar microextraction, green synthesis of nanoparticles from diverse botanical sources, modeling of nanofluid viscosity using ANN and SOM systems, optimization of cyanide removal using ZnO-MOF/Cu nano-adsorbents, development of graphene oxide–based nanocomposites, and innovative methods combining perceptron and self-organizing neural networks for heat transfer prediction. Through extensive supervision of Ph.D. and M.Sc. students and a prolific record of multidisciplinary research, she has established herself as a respected scientist whose contributions continue to advance applied chemistry, environmental technologies, and nano-enabled analytical methodologies.

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Ghasemi, M., Naushad, M., Ghasemi, N., & Khosravi-Fard, Y. (2014). Adsorption of Pb (II) from aqueous solution using new adsorbents prepared from agricultural waste: Adsorption isotherm and kinetic studies. Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 20(4), 2193–2199.

Khodaie, M., Ghasemi, N., Moradi, B., & Rahimi, M. (2013). Removal of methylene blue from wastewater by adsorption onto ZnCl₂ activated corn husk carbon: Equilibrium studies. Journal of Chemistry, 2013(1), Article 383985.

Ghasemi, M., Naushad, M., Ghasemi, N., & Khosravi-Fard, Y. (2014). A novel agricultural waste-based adsorbent for the removal of Pb (II) from aqueous solution: Kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamic studies. Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 20(2), 454–461.

Abbaszadeh, S., Alwi, S. R. W., Webb, C., Ghasemi, N., & Muhamad, I. I. (2016). Treatment of lead-contaminated water using activated carbon adsorbent from locally available papaya peel biowaste. Journal of Cleaner Production, 118, 210–222.

Mohammadi, F. M., & Ghasemi, N. (2018). Influence of temperature and concentration on biosynthesis and characterization of zinc oxide nanoparticles using cherry extract. Journal of Nanostructure in Chemistry, 8(1), 93–102.

 

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary | Bio materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary | Bio materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary is an Associate Professor at the College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He earned his Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Jamia Hamdard, India, where he focused on developing molecular markers for authenticating medicinal plants. His academic journey includes positions as Assistant Professor at the College of Medicine and earlier roles as a DST Young Scientist and CSIR-SRF in India. Dr. Chaudhary has contributed significantly to research in plant biotechnology and pharmacognosy, combining molecular biology with traditional medicine. His work reflects a strong commitment to teaching, research, and academic excellence.

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Education and Experience

Dr. Chaudhary holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi; an M.Sc. in Biotechnology  from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi; and a B.Sc. in Biological Science  from CCS University, Meerut. He is currently serving as an Associate Professor at the College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University. Before his academic tenure in Saudi Arabia, he worked as a DST Young Scientist at Jamia Millia Islamia, and as a Senior and Junior Research Fellow at Jamia Hamdard.

Summary Suitability

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his exemplary contributions in the field of molecular biology and biotechnology, particularly in the authentication of medicinal plants using LAMP-based molecular markers. As an Associate Professor at the College of Science, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University, Riyadh, Dr. Chaudhary has consistently demonstrated excellence in research, academic leadership, and innovation. His research bridges traditional medicine and advanced molecular diagnostics, addressing key issues in herbal drug standardization and quality control, which are of immense relevance in both academic and industrial spheres.

Professional Development

Dr. Chaudhary’s professional growth showcases a consistent dedication to biotechnology and pharmacognosy. He began his scientific career in India, undertaking research fellowships that focused on molecular diagnostics. His award under the DST Young Scientist program highlighted his expertise in developing rapid and accurate methods for medicinal plant authentication. Transitioning to academia in Saudi Arabia, he has contributed to both teaching and research while mentoring students and guiding innovative projects. His work integrates traditional herbal medicine with cutting-edge molecular tools, underscoring his role in advancing quality assurance and standardization in natural product research.

Research Focus 

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary’s research focuses on plant molecular biology, particularly the development of LAMP-based molecular markers for the authentication of medicinal plants. His work aims to merge the fields of traditional herbal medicine with modern biotechnological approaches. He specializes in DNA barcoding, molecular diagnostics, and herbal drug standardization, ensuring the traceability and purity of plant-based formulations. His interdisciplinary research contributes to the fields of pharmacognosy, genetic marker development, and biotechnology for natural product analysis. Dr. Chaudhary’s research has significant relevance in both academic and industrial settings, particularly in ensuring the authenticity and safety of herbal medicines.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary has been honored with the DST Young Scientist Award by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, in recognition of his contributions to molecular diagnostics. He has also been awarded the Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), and the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) at Jamia Hamdard. His innovative research in the field of plant authentication and pharmacognosy has earned him national recognition. In addition to his fellowships, he has authored several research publications and remains a respected figure in the field of biotechnology.

Publication Top Notes

1. Global burden of bacterial antimicrobial resistance 1990–2021: a systematic analysis with forecasts to 2050

Authors: M Naghavi, SE Vollset, KS Ikuta, LR Swetschinski, AP Gray, EE Wool, et al.
Journal: The Lancet
Volume: 404
Issue: 10459
Pages: 1199–1226
Year: 2024
Citations: 1068

2. Burden of disease scenarios for 204 countries and territories, 2022–2050: a forecasting analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

Authors: SE Vollset, HS Ababneh, YH Abate, C Abbafati, R Abbasgholizadeh, et al.
Journal: The Lancet
Volume: 403
Issue: 10440
Pages: 2204–2256
Year: 2024
Citations: 452

3. Global, regional, and national burden of stroke and its risk factors, 1990–2021: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

Authors: VL Feigin, MD Abate, YH Abate, S Abd ElHafeez, F Abd-Allah, et al.
Journal: The Lancet Neurology
Volume: 23
Issue: 10
Pages: 973–1003
Year: 2024
Citations: 326

4. Down‐Regulation of Hypothalamic Kisspeptin and its Receptor, Kiss1r, mRNA Expression is Associated with Stress‐Induced Suppression of Luteinising Hormone

Authors: JS Kinsey‐Jones, XF Li, AMI Knox, ES Wilkinson, XL Zhu, AA Chaudhary, et al.
Journal: Journal of Neuroendocrinology
Volume: 21
Issue: 1
Pages: 20–29
Year: 2009
Citations: 229

5. Novel approach: Herbal remedies and natural products in pharmaceutical science as nano drug delivery systems

Authors: D Yadav, S Suri, AA Choudhary, M Sikender, BN Hemant, NM Beg
Journal: International Journal of PharmTech Research
Volume: 3
Issue: 3
Pages: 3092–3116
Year: 2011
Citations: 174

6. FNDC5/Irisin: physiology and pathophysiology

Authors: R Waseem, A Shamsi, T Mohammad, MI Hassan, SN Kazim, et al.
Journal: Molecules
Volume: 27
Issue: 3
Article Number/Page: 1118
Year: 2022
Citations: 157

7. Global, regional, and national prevalence of adult overweight and obesity, 1990–2021, with forecasts to 2050: a forecasting study for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021

Authors: M Ng, E Gakidou, J Lo, YH Abate, C Abbafati, N Abbas, M Abbasian, et al.
Journal: The Lancet
Volume: 405
Issue: 10481
Pages: 813–838
Year: 2025
Citations: 133

Conclusion

Dr. Anis Ahmad Chaudhary’s scholarly achievements, innovative methodologies, and dedication to research excellence make him a highly deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award. His work addresses globally significant challenges in health and natural product sciences, and his commitment to academic development continues to inspire students and peers alike. Recognizing him with this award would not only honor his contributions but also encourage continued excellence in the fields of molecular biotechnology and medicinal plant research.