Xue-Qiang Wang | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Xue-Qiang Wang | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate Director at Hangzhou Insitutte of Medicine, CAS, China

Prof. Dr. Xue-Qiang Wang is a distinguished researcher and group leader at the Hangzhou Institute of Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). His expertise lies in developing innovative molecular tools and therapies for precision medicine, particularly in cancer treatment and bioimaging. With a strong academic foundation from leading institutions in China, Spain, and the United States, he has established himself as a leader in chemical and biomedical research. His work focuses on multi-specific aptamer construction, targeted radionuclide drugs, and chemiluminescence probe design. Over the years, he has authored more than 30 high-impact journal publications and received numerous prestigious awards, highlighting his contributions to science and technology. His research has significant implications for precision medicine, offering novel solutions for disease detection and treatment.

Professional Profile

Education

Prof. Dr. Xue-Qiang Wang earned his master’s degree from the Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, in 2012. He then pursued his Ph.D. at the Institute of Chemical Research of Catalonia, Spain, completing it in 2015. Following his doctoral studies, he engaged in postdoctoral research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States from 2016 to 2017. His educational background reflects extensive interdisciplinary training, combining organic chemistry, biomedical sciences, and advanced analytical techniques. This diverse academic experience has enabled him to contribute to cutting-edge research in chemical biology and medical science.

Professional Experience

Dr. Wang’s professional journey began with his postdoctoral research at MIT, where he worked on advanced molecular technologies. In 2017, he joined the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Hunan University, where he contributed significantly to the Laboratory of Molecular Science and Biomedicine. His tenure at Hunan University allowed him to develop key research projects and mentor young scholars. In 2023, he transitioned to the Hangzhou Institute of Medical Sciences, CAS, where he currently leads a research group dedicated to developing novel biomedical applications. His leadership in this field has positioned him as an influential scientist, driving innovation in targeted therapies and diagnostic tools.

Research Interests

Dr. Wang’s research interests focus on the intersection of chemistry, molecular biology, and medicine. His work primarily revolves around multi-specific aptamer construction for precision cancer therapy, which involves designing nucleic acid-based molecules for targeted drug delivery. Another key area of his research is the development of targeted radionuclide drugs, which use radioactive compounds for cancer treatment. Additionally, he specializes in chemiluminescence probe design, enabling precise bioimaging techniques for disease detection and monitoring. These research interests contribute to advancing molecular medicine, providing new therapeutic and diagnostic solutions.

Research Skills

Dr. Wang possesses extensive expertise in molecular design, synthetic chemistry, and biomedical applications. His skills include nucleic acid aptamer development, radiopharmaceutical synthesis, and chemiluminescence probe engineering. He is proficient in advanced analytical techniques such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), mass spectrometry, and fluorescence imaging. His experience in interdisciplinary collaboration allows him to integrate chemistry, biology, and medical sciences to develop innovative solutions. He also has strong leadership and mentorship skills, guiding research teams and fostering academic excellence. His ability to translate laboratory findings into practical applications makes him a key figure in precision medicine research.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Wang’s contributions to science have earned him several prestigious awards and recognitions. In 2019, he was selected for the Huxiang Young Talents Program, which acknowledges promising researchers. In 2021, he was honored with the Hunan Province Furong Scholars Award Program – Distinguished Professor, recognizing his academic excellence. He received the 2022 Hunan Province Outstanding Youth Project grant, supporting his innovative research. Additionally, he was awarded the 2022 Thieme Chemistry Journals Award for his significant contributions to chemistry. In 2023, he was recognized as a Ministry of Education Young Yangtze Scholar, further solidifying his status as a leading researcher in China.

Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Xue-Qiang Wang is an accomplished scholar with a remarkable academic and professional trajectory. His contributions to molecular science and biomedical research have led to significant advancements in targeted cancer therapy and bioimaging. Through his leadership roles, impactful research publications, and numerous accolades, he has demonstrated excellence in his field. His interdisciplinary expertise in chemistry and medical sciences positions him as a key innovator, driving progress in precision medicine. As he continues to expand his research and collaborations, his work is set to have a lasting impact on healthcare and molecular diagnostics.

Publication Top Notes

  1. Title: “Development of Polymeric Aptamer Probes for In Vivo Continuous Precision Cancer Targeting”

    • Authors: Silin Huang, Yu-Ting He, Xiao-Jing Zhang, Xue-Qiang Wang, Qiang Guo
    • Year: 2025
    • Source: Materials Chemistry Frontiers
    • DOI: 10.1039/D4QM00731J
  2. Title: “Bisboronic Ester-Enabled Redox-Targeted Cancer Therapy: A Cascade ROS Consumption Approach for Efficient Elimination of Cancer Cells”

    • Authors: Silin Huang, Yue Cui, Boqiang Wang, Fang-Jie Liu, Jia-Yi Liu, Wen Shao, Xue-Qiang Wang, Qiang Guo
    • Year: 2025
    • Source: Journal of Medicinal Chemistry
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.5c00038
  3. Title: “A Bicyclic Dioxetane Chemiluminescence Nanoprobe for Peroxynitrite Imaging In Vivo”

    • Authors: Min Shi, Yun Zhang, Jia-Xing Chen, Yanyuan Wu, Zongping Wang, Peng-Fei Shi, Xudong Jin, Xue-Qiang Wang
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: Analytical Chemistry
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.4c04510
  4. Title: “An Aptamer Glue Enables Hyperefficient Targeted Membrane Protein Degradation”

    • Authors: Guo-Rong Zhang, Chi Zhang, Ting Fu, Weihong Tan, Xue-Qiang Wang
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: JACS Au
    • DOI: 10.1021/jacsau.4c00260
  5. Title: “Polyfluoroalkyl Tag Decoration Enables Significantly Enhanced Tumor Penetration Ability of a PTK7 Targeting Aptamer”

    • Authors: Yingying Li, Chi Zhang, Ting Fu, Xue-Qiang Wang, Weihong Tan
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: Bioconjugate Chemistry
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.bioconjchem.4c00131
  6. Title: “Ni-Catalyzed Csp2 and Csp3 Coupling for Divergent Bisboronic Ester Synthesis”

    • Authors: Yue Cui, Shi-Tang Xu, Cheng-Yu Long, Shen-Huan Li, Jie Shen, Ting Fu, Xin-Hua Xu, Xue-Qiang Wang
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: Organic Letters
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.4c00904
  7. Title: “Cobalt-Catalyzed Selective Hydroboration of 1,3-Enynes with HBpin toward 1,3-Dienylboronate Esters”

    • Authors: Yining Jia, Liu Yang, Xueqiang Wang, Wen Yang, Wanxiang Zhao
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: Organic Letters
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.4c00899
  8. Title: “High Contrast Bioimaging of Tumor and Inflammation with a Bicyclic Dioxetane Chemiluminescent Probe”

    • Authors: Qian Shang, Shen-Huan Li, Yu-Ting He, Yun Zhang, Ting Fu, Shi-Song Han, Wenshan Huang, Xue-Qiang Wang, Jie-Hua Xu
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: Analytical Chemistry
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.3c05062
  9. Title: “Correction to ‘Ni-Catalyzed Protecting Group Free Diphenic Acid Analog Synthesis'”

    • Authors: Bo-Wei Zhao, Liu Yang, Cheng-Yu Long, Han-Lu Li, Yu-Ting He, Xue-Qiang Wang
    • Year: 2023
    • Source: Organic Letters
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.orglett.3c02514
  10. Title: “Emission Wavelength-Tunable Bicyclic Dioxetane Chemiluminescent Probes for Precise In Vitro and In Vivo Imaging”

    • Authors: Shen-Huan Li, Guo-Rong Zhang, Yu-Ting He, Liu Yang, Han-Lu Li, Cheng-Yu Long, Yue Cui, Xue-Qiang Wang
    • Year: 2023
    • Source: Analytical Chemistry
    • DOI: 10.1021/acs.analchem.3c02126

 

Assoc Prof Dr. Mary N L | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Mary N L | Green Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Department of Chemistry at Green Chemistry, Stella Maris College, India

This summary outlines the academic and professional background of Prof. Said Kamel Elsayed Salem. He is a Professor at the Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Engineering at Suez University, Egypt. Additionally, he has affiliations with Texas A & M University and Suez Canal University through a channel system. Prof. Salem holds a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, which he obtained in 1997. His dissertation focused on the experimental and theoretical determination of physical properties of CO2/Hydrocarbon Mixtures for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR).

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Hassan Osman Hassan has achieved significant milestones in their academic journey. They completed their M.Sc. with First Class honors from the University of Calicut in 1987, followed by an M.Phil. from Cochin University of Science and Technology in 1989, also with First Class honors. Subsequently, they earned a PhD from the University of Calicut in 1992, with a rating of Highly Recommended. After completing their PhD, Hassan pursued a Post-Doctoral CSIR – RA Fellowship at the Central Leather Research Institute (CSIR Fellow) from 1992 to 1995. This fellowship provided them with valuable research experience and further enriched their academic qualifications.

Academic:

Hassan Osman Hassan has had a distinguished career in academia, starting as a Lecturer at Christ College, Kerala, from 1995 to 1998. They then progressed to the role of Assistant Professor at Stella Maris College (Autonomous) in Chennai, where they served from 1998 to 2019. Currently, Hassan holds the position of Associate Professor at Stella Maris College (Autonomous), Chennai, a role they have held since 2019. Their tenure in academia reflects their commitment to education and their expertise in their field.

Area of Research:

Hassan Osman Hassan’s research interests span the fields of Polymer Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry, and Nanomaterials. Their work in these areas demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach, exploring the synthesis, characterization, and application of polymers, coordination compounds, and nanomaterials. Their research contributes to advancements in materials science, with potential applications in various industries and technologies.

Publications:

Chakraborty, S., Simon, R., Vadakkekara, A., Mary, N.L. (2023). Synergistic Effect of ZnO and Acid-Functionalised Carbon Nanotubes on Improving the Specific Capacitance of Poly(ortho-Phenylenediamine-co-Aniline)-Based Wearable Electronics. ChemistrySelect, 8(18), e202204567.

Simon, R., Chakraborty, S., Anoop, V., Elias Jesu Packiam, D., Mary, N.L. (2023). Graphene oxide-doped poly(styrene-co-maleic anhydride) for high-energy supercapacitors. Nanomaterials and Energy, 12(1), 30–43.

Anoop, V., Sankaraiah, S., Chakraborty, S., Mary, N.L. (2022). Enhanced mechanical, thermal and adhesion properties of addition cured polydimethylsiloxane nanocomposite adhesives. International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives, 117, 103177.

George, N., Subha, R., Mary, N.L., George, A., Anoop, V. (2022). Functionalized electrospun nanofibers integrated with Ag/Au nanoparticles as a platform for enhanced nonlinearity. Optical and Quantum Electronics, 54(3), 198.

Chakraborty, S., Mary, N.L. (2022). Review-An Overview on Supercapacitors and Its Applications. Journal of the Electrochemical Society, 169(2), 020552.

Chakraborty, S., Simon, R., Vadakkekara, A., Mary, N.L. (2022). Microwave assisted synthesis of poly(ortho-phenylenediamine-co-aniline) and functionalised carbon nanotube nanocomposites for fabric-based supercapacitors. Electrochimica Acta, 403, 139678.

Chakraborty, S., Simon, R., Antonia Trisha Zac, R., Anoop, V., Mary, N.L. (2022). Microwave-assisted synthesis of ZnO decorated acid functionalized carbon nanotubes with improved specific capacitance. Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, 52(1), 103–114.

Sohini Chakraborty, Mathew, M.M., Simon, R., Vadakkekara, A., Mary, N.L. (2021). Antibacterial Activity of Polymer Blend Nanocomposites with the Incorporation of Bentonite and Gold Nanorods. Polymer Science – Series B, 63(5), 598–605.

Chakraborty, S., Simon, R., Mary, N.L. (2021). Modification of polystyrene maleic anhydride for efficient energy storage applications. Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry, 25(1), 327–337.

V, A., Sankaraiah, S., Jaisankar, S.N., Chakraborty, S., N.L, M. (2021). Enhanced mechanical, thermal and adhesion properties of polysilsesquioxane spheres reinforced epoxy nanocomposite adhesives. Journal of Adhesion, 97(1), 1–18.