Sunil Ghatge | Biotransformation | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Sunil Ghatge | Biotransformation | Young Scientist Award

Post-Doc at Biotransformation, Gwangju Institute of science and technology, Iraq

Rand Al-Obaidi is a highly accomplished dentist with a strong academic background and extensive professional experience. She holds a Certificate in Dental Surgery from Baghdad University, where she ranked 45th out of 304 students. Rand also earned a Master of Science in Preventive Dentistry from the same university, achieving an impressive average of 87.33%. Her academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Cariology and Comprehensive Care from the University of Montpellier, France, in 2018. Throughout her career, Rand has gained valuable experience through various roles, including training at the Alliwia Dental Center, serving as a general dental practitioner at the Diyala Health Center, and working as a lecturer at Al-Mustansiria University. She is a member of several prestigious dental associations and has made significant contributions to the field through her research, presentations, and publications. Rand’s dedication to dentistry is evident in her continuous pursuit of knowledge and her commitment to improving oral health care practices.

Professional Profiles:

Technical and experimental skills:

Dr. Sunil Ghatge is experienced in various molecular biology and biochemistry techniques. He is proficient in electrophoresis techniques such as SDS-PAGE, PAGE, agarose gel electrophoresis, Southern and Western blotting. He also has expertise in PCR-related techniques including random mutagenesis, site-directed mutagenesis, screening of metagenomic libraries, RT-PCR, QPCR, and overlap PCR. Dr. Ghatge is skilled in molecular biology and recombinant DNA techniques such as cloning, restriction digestion, restriction mapping, transformation, electroporation, homologous recombination, and gene knockout. Additionally, he is experienced in protein purification techniques such as adsorption, ion exchange, and affinity chromatography using Akta prime, purifier, and explorer systems. He is also proficient in various biophysical techniques including calorimetry, UV-visible spectrophotometry, viscometry, SEM, XRD analysis, flame photometry, HPLC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS, and FTIR. In enzymology, Dr. Ghatge has expertise in biochemical characterization, rational engineering for desired properties, assay development, enzyme kinetics, computational analysis, and understanding enzyme mechanisms and modes of action.

Trainee Officer:

During his tenure as a Trainee-Officer at Gennova Biopharmaceuticals Ltd in Pune, India, from June 2010 to January 2011, Dr. Sunil Ghatge worked in the Downstream/Upstream processing and quality control unit of the Process and Development Department. His responsibilities likely included supporting the development and optimization of biopharmaceutical processes, ensuring quality control measures were met, and gaining valuable hands-on experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.

Research Experience:

Dr. Sunil Ghatge has extensive research experience in biodegradation and biotransformation processes. Since May 2015, he has been involved in projects such as the biodegradation of polyethylene and pesticides using the bio-photo Fenton approach, production of biomass-derived flavor or fragrance compounds through lignin valorization using thermophilic laccase, biodegradation and biotransformation of herbicides using nitroreductase, and engineering substrate selectivity of ferulic acid decarboxylase. Prior to his postdoctoral work, Dr. Ghatge completed his Ph.D. at the Division of Applied Life Sciences, Synthetic Biotechnology Lab, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea, with a dissertation titled “Characterization of recombinant cellulases and the role of carbohydrate binding modules in the hydrolysis of crystalline cellulose.” He also holds a Master of Science from Shivaji University, focusing on the isolation and characterization of glucose isomerase from Streptomyces griseus, and a Bachelor of Biotechnology from Lokmangal Biotechnology College, where he studied antimicrobial substrate-producing microorganisms.

Awards and Recognition:

Dr. Sunil Ghatge has received several prestigious awards for his research contributions. On 20 Feb 2014, he was honored with the Best Research Paper Presentation Award at Gyeongsang National University for his exceptional work. Additionally, on 06 Nov 2014, he received the Young Pioneer Research Award, further highlighting his significant contributions to the field. Earlier in his academic career, Dr. Ghatge was awarded the Merit Scholarship of Shivaji University, Kolhapur in April 2009, recognizing his outstanding academic performance and dedication to his studies.

Research Conferences:

Dr. Sunil Ghatge has actively participated in various international conferences and symposiums, showcasing his research through poster presentations and contributing to the scientific community. He presented a poster at ASM Microbe on June 15-19, 2023, in Houston, TX, highlighting his recent work in microbiology. In June 2022, Dr. Ghatge presented an on-demand poster at the FEMS Conference on Microbiology held in Belgrade, Serbia, further demonstrating his commitment to sharing knowledge and advancing the field. His contributions also include poster presentations at the International Symposium of the Federation of Korean Society of Microbiology and Biotechnology in Yeosu, Korea, in June 2018, and at a conference organized by the Microbiological Society of Korea at the Kimdaejung Convention Center in Gwangju, Korea, in April 2016. Dr. Ghatge’s dedication to microbial biotechnology is evident through his participation in the International Symposium and Annual Meeting titled “Recent Breakthroughs in Microbial Biotechnology: from Bench to Industry” in July 2013 in Alpensia, Pyeongchang, Korea, and in the Annual Meeting and Exhibition of the Society for Industrial Microbiology in August 2012 in Washington Hilton, Washington, DC, USA. His involvement also extends to the Korea Bioengineering Conference in April 2011 in Jeju, Korea, showcasing his commitment to professional development and collaboration in the field of microbiology.

Extracurricular Activities and Hobbies:

During his Bachelor of Science (BSc), Dr. Sunil Ghatge was an active participant in the National Service Scheme (NSS) and served as the University representative, showcasing his commitment to community service and leadership. Outside of academia, he enjoys playing cricket, listening to silent songs and music, and watching historical TV programs. Dr. Ghatge also has a passion for culinary experimentation and spends time in the kitchen creating new dishes. Additionally, he finds joy in visiting natural beauty places, highlighting his appreciation for the outdoors and exploration.

Publications:

  1. Biodegradation of polyethylene: a brief review
    • S Ghatge, Y Yang, JH Ahn, HG Hur
    • Applied Biological Chemistry 63, 1-14, 2020
    • Citations: 313
  2. Construction and characterization of chimeric cellulases with enhanced catalytic activity towards insoluble cellulosic substrates
    • AA Telke, SS Ghatge, SH Kang, S Thangapandian, KW Lee, HD Shin, …
    • Bioresource technology 112, 10-17, 2012
    • Citations: 39
  3. Characterization of modular bifunctional processive endoglucanase Cel5 from Hahella chejuensis KCTC 2396
    • SS Ghatge, AA Telke, SH Kang, V Arulalapperumal, KW Lee, …
    • Applied microbiology and biotechnology 98, 4421-4435, 2014
    • Citations: 36
  4. Multifunctional cellulolytic auxiliary activity protein HcAA10-2 from Hahella chejuensis enhances enzymatic hydrolysis of crystalline cellulose
    • SS Ghatge, AA Telke, TR Waghmode, Y Lee, KW Lee, DB Oh, HD Shin, …
    • Applied microbiology and biotechnology 99, 3041-3055, 2015
    • Citations: 35
  5. Thermoalkaliphilic laccase treatment for enhanced production of high-value benzaldehyde chemicals from lignin
    • Y Yang, WY Song, HG Hur, TY Kim, S Ghatge
    • International journal of biological macromolecules 124, 200-208, 2019
    • Citations: 29
  6. Degradation of sulfonated polyethylene by a bio-photo-fenton approach using glucose oxidase immobilized on titanium dioxide
    • S Ghatge, Y Yang, Y Ko, Y Yoon, JH Ahn, JJ Kim, HG Hur
    • Journal of hazardous materials 423, 127067, 2022
    • Citations: 28
  7. Biodegradation of polyethylene: a brief review
    • S Ghatge, Y Yang, JH Ahn, HG Hur
    • Appl Biol Chem 63: 27, 2020
    • Citations: 28
  8. A novel laccase from thermoalkaliphilic bacterium Caldalkalibacillus thermarum strain TA2.A1 able to catalyze dimerization of a lignin model compound
    • S Ghatge, Y Yang, WY Song, TY Kim, HG Hur
    • Applied microbiology and biotechnology 102, 4075-4086, 2018
    • Citations: 28
  9. Engineering of family-5 glycoside hydrolase (Cel5A) from an uncultured bacterium for efficient hydrolysis of cellulosic substrates
    • AA Telke, N Zhuang, SS Ghatge, SH Lee, A Ali Shah, H Khan, Y Um, …
    • PLoS One 8 (6), e65727, 2013
    • Citations: 23
  10. Characterization of a novel thermostable carboxylesterase from thermoalkaliphilic bacterium Bacillus thermocloaceae
    • Y Yang, S Ghatge, HG Hur
    • Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry 83 (5), 882-891, 2019
    • Citations: 17

 

Dr. Prashant Regmi | Clinical Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Prashant Regmi | Clinical Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Clinical Biochemistry, Charles Darwin University, Australia

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

PhD in Medicine from The University of Adelaide, Australia (2017-2021) with a research focus on the Impact of Time-restricted feeding on glucose metabolism and metabolic health. M.Sc. in Clinical Biochemistry from the Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University, Nepal (2009-2012) with a Gold Medal. B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology from BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, Nepal (2005-2008).

Experience:

Since March 2023: Lecturer-Biomedical Science at the Faculty of Health, Charles Darwin University, Australia. Responsibilities include teaching medical biochemistry, clinical biochemistry, and diagnostic haematology at both the bachelor’s and master’s levels, as well as conducting research projects and supervising research students. From October 2021 to March 2023: Clinical Trial Associate at Avance Clinical Research, Adelaide, Australia. Responsibilities included coordinating and managing clinical trials in Australia and New Zealand. From July 2013 to March 2017: Lecturer and Clinical Biochemist at Nepal Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal. Responsibilities included… (please provide the specific responsibilities for this position).

Prashant Regmi ‘s citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar are as follows:

  • Cited by: All: 859, Since 2018: 682
  • Citations: 859 (All), 682 (Since 2018)
  • h-index: 9 (All), 8 (Since 2018)
  • i10-index: 9 (All), 7 (Since 2018)

These metrics showcase the impact of Regmi ‘s work within the academic community, demonstrating the number of citations his publications have received and the influence of his research output.

Skills:

Dr. Prashant Regmi is highly proficient in various aspects of biochemistry, including real-time PCR, clinical chemistry, Western blotting, problem-based and case-based learning, metabolism, immunohistochemistry, pathophysiology, ELISA, cell and molecular biology, immunofluorescence, blood banking, endocrinology, flurometry/spectrophotometry, quality control of laboratory procedures, diagnostic biomarker interpretation, laboratory techniques, metabolic disease research, project management, clinical trials, curriculum design, as well as supervision/mentorship, student evaluation, education pedagogy, and scientific & succinct writing.

Award and Honors:

  • Nepal Vidhyabhusan ‘KHA’ (Nepal Education Medal ‘B’) from President Dr. Ram Baran Yadav of Nepal.
  • Society of Endocrinology Journal Award 2022, Harrogate, UK.
  • Top 12 highest scoring research, the Obesity week 2019, Las Vegas, USA.
  • Australian Permanent Residency as a Global Talent in Medical Science (Australian Government).

Memberships:

Dr. Prashant Regmi is a professional member (MAIMS) of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists and a founder member of the Nepalese Association for Clinical Chemistry. They are also a professional member of the Nepal Health Professional Council (NHPC), specializing in Medical Biochemistry (registration No: 71) since October 29, 2015, and Diagnostic Health Laboratory (registration No: A-361) since May 10, 2009. Dr. Prashant Regmi served as the Treasurer of the Nepalese Association for Clinical Chemistry from January 2015 to February 2017 and has been a lifetime member of the Nepal Association for Medical Laboratory Science (NAMLS) since July 2009.

Publications:

Time‐Restricted Feeding Improves Glucose Tolerance in Men at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Crossover Trial

  • Published in Energy in 2019 with 339 citations.

Association between glycaemic control and serum lipid profile in type 2 diabetic patients: Glycated haemoglobin as a dual biomarker.

  • Published in Energy in 2011 with 235 citations.

Time-restricted eating: benefits, mechanisms, and challenges in translation

  • Published in Energy in 2020 with 106 citations.

Pattern of dyslipidemia in type-2 diabetic subjects in Eastern Nepal

  • Published in Energy in 2009 with 40 citations.

Early or delayed time-restricted feeding prevents metabolic impact of obesity in mice

  • Published in Energy in 2021 with 33 citations.

Non-high density lipoprotein cholesterol versus low density lipoprotein cholesterol as a discriminating factor for myocardial infarction

  • Published in Energy in 2012 with 24 citations.

Hepatic involvement with elevated liver enzymes in Nepalese subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus

  • Published in Energy in 2017 with 17 citations.

Product of serum calcium and phosphorus (Ca× PO4) as predictor of cardiovascular disease risk in predialysis patients

  • Published in Energy in 2014 with 17 citations.

Will delaying breakfast mitigate the metabolic health benefits of time‐restricted eating?

  • Published in Energy in 2020 with 16 citations.

 

 

 

Dr. Dan Zhou | Catalysis

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Dr. Dan Zhou : Leading Researcher in Catalysis

SAssociate Researcher at Microbiology, Taiyuan University of Science and Technology, china

Your remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 Your successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

That’s wonderful news! Congratulations on your nomination for the Best Researcher Award! Your academic journey, from Hefei University of Technology to Dalian University of Technology, has clearly been filled with significant achievements and a deep commitment to your field. Your focus on supercritical CO2 microemulsions and biodiesel during your master’s studies at Dalian University of Technology ignited your passion for green energy research, setting the stage for your impactful contributions in the future.

Your Ph.D. research at Dalian University of Technology, under the guidance of Professor Jianzhong Yin, and your collaboration at the Key Laboratory of Catalysis and New Materials, Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, with Chief Researcher Aiqin Wang, have undoubtedly shaped your expertise in industrial catalysis and single-atom catalysis.Your impressive list of first-authored publications in esteemed journals such as the Journal of Cleaner Production, ACS Catalysis, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Nano Research is a testament to your scholarly excellence and the significance of your research contributions.

Furthermore, your granted invention patents for innovative methods related to nitrogen-doped carbon-supported non-precious metal single-atom catalysts showcase your ability to translate your research into practical applications with real-world impact.Your dedication to advancing research in chemical engineering, particularly in the areas of green energy and catalysis, is truly admirable and makes you a deserving nominee for this prestigious award. Best of luck, and I hope your contributions continue to make a meaningful impact in your field!

RESEARCH, INNOVATIONS AND EXTENSION:

The user has completed 5 research projects and is currently involved in ongoing research. Their citation index in Scopus/Web of Science or PubMed/Indian Citation Index is 523. They have not been involved in any consultancy or industry-sponsored projects. Additionally, they have not published any books with ISBN, and the total cost of all their projects is 200,000 USD. The user has 4 patents published or under process and has published 20 journals in SCI and SCIE indexes, with a cumulative impact factor of 53.978 in the last 3 years. They have also published 2 journals in other indexes and have made 4 conference presentations. Currently, they have 2 ongoing research scholars. The user has an H-index of 13 based on Scopus/Web of Science. They have been an invited speaker/resource person 3 times and have organized 0 research conferences/workshops. They have been involved in 2 collaborative activities for research (joint publication/project) and have received 1 award or recognition. The user has not established any functional MoUs with other universities/industries/corporates but is a member of 1 professional body. Their areas of research include single-atom catalysis, supercritical fluid, and CO2 utilization.

Innovations, and Extension Activities:

In my research and development journey, I’ve authored pivotal papers spanning from supercritical CO2 microemulsions to single-atom catalysis in high-impact journals. Pioneering the creation of graphene-supported ionic liquid catalysts, I achieved a remarkable 40.5% grafting rate with exceptional yields in batch reactors (90.4%). Notably, continuous catalysis success was demonstrated, achieving a 55.6% yield over 8 hours. My leadership in continuous biodiesel production and the coupling of extraction with transesterification under supercritical conditions has garnered widespread attention. Additionally, I’ve successfully invented novel catalyst preparation methods, reflected in multiple granted patents. By modulating the coordination environment of novel catalysts, I achieved selective hydrogenation of functionalized nitroarenes, making critical breakthroughs in chemical reaction kinetics and phase behavior in supercritical CO2. This body of research not only profoundly impacts academia but also provides valuable insights for practical industrial production and green energy development. My work showcases unwavering commitment to academic excellence and practical application, making substantial contributions to research, development, innovation, and extension activities.

PUBLICATION:

1.Potassium-promoted single-atom Co-N-C catalyst for direct dehydrogenation of ethylbenzene

  • Published in Energy in 2023 with 2 citations.

2.An extraction-based facile method for measuring the solubility of organic solid compounds in supercritical carbon dioxide

  • Published in Energy in 2023 with 2 citations.

3.Preparation of Pd-ZIF-8 single-atom catalyst with supercritical CO2 deposition method

  • Published in Energy in 2022 with 4 citations.

4.Introducing Co-O Moiety to Co-N-C Single-Atom Catalyst for Ethylbenzene Dehydrogenation

  • Published in Energy in 2022 with 16 citations.

5.Synthesis of single-atom dispersed Co-NC catalytic materials in supercritical CO2environment with inorganic salt precursor

  • Published in Energy in 2022 with 3 citations.