Research Excellence Award
Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi
Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Iran
Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi is an Iranian researcher and academic professional affiliated with Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences. His academic and scientific activities primarily focus on food biotechnology, biosensing technologies, phytochemical analysis, food quality assessment, and analytical device fabrication. His work has contributed to the advancement of paper-based analytical systems and enzymatic colorimetric detection methods for microbial monitoring in food and biomedical applications.[1] The research profile associated with the researcher demonstrates interdisciplinary engagement across food science, biotechnology, biosensing, and laboratory sciences, with emphasis on practical analytical methodologies and translational scientific applications.[2]
Abstract
This article presents an academic overview of Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi, highlighting his contributions to food biotechnology, biosensor engineering, phytochemical extraction, and analytical sciences. His scholarly profile reflects participation in laboratory-based research involving colorimetric biosensing technologies, antioxidant evaluation, phytochemical characterization, and food quality analysis. The researcher has contributed to studies involving paper-based analytical devices and biosensing systems intended for microbial detection and biochemical monitoring.[3] His work additionally includes investigations into antioxidant compounds, pomegranate peel bioactives, and antimicrobial applications in food and biomedical systems.[4]
Keywords
Food Biotechnology; Biosensing; Bioimaging; Paper-based Analytical Devices; Colorimetric Detection; Food Analysis; Phytochemical Extraction; Antioxidant Activity; Biosensor Development; Public Health Research; Analytical Chemistry; Microbial Detection.
Introduction
Scientific research in food biotechnology and biosensing technologies has increasingly emphasized rapid analytical systems, sustainable diagnostic tools, and low-cost microbial detection platforms. Researchers working within this interdisciplinary domain contribute to public health, food safety, and biomedical diagnostics through the integration of analytical chemistry, biotechnology, and applied laboratory sciences.[5] Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi has engaged in research activities associated with analytical device development, phytochemical investigation, and food quality sciences, particularly through experimental approaches related to colorimetric sensing technologies and antioxidant evaluation.[6]
His academic background includes advanced studies in food biotechnology and laboratory sciences, with doctoral research focusing on the design and fabrication of a paper-based analytical tool for the colorimetric detection of Escherichia coli. This research direction aligns with broader international efforts toward portable biosensing technologies and rapid microbial detection systems suitable for environmental and food safety applications.
Research Profile
Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi obtained academic training in Food Science and Technology and later pursued doctoral studies in Food Biotechnology at Shiraz University. His research profile includes expertise in laboratory analysis, phytochemical extraction, biosensor fabrication, food chemistry, and statistical interpretation of scientific data.[1] The researcher’s laboratory competencies include proficiency in HPLC methodologies, antioxidant assays, analytical extraction techniques, and the use of statistical and reference management software for scientific investigations.
The academic profile further demonstrates involvement in teaching activities and laboratory supervision at Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences. Responsibilities have included instruction in practical food chemistry and laboratory sciences, reflecting integration between research and higher education activities. His professional experiences also extend to applied food industry management and technical laboratory operations within dairy and pharmaceutical sectors.
Research Contributions
The research contributions of Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi encompass several interdisciplinary themes in biotechnology and analytical sciences. One major area involves paper-based analytical devices for optical and electrochemical detection systems. These technologies are increasingly recognized for their portability, low cost, and applicability in decentralized diagnostic environments.
Another important contribution relates to phytochemical and antioxidant analysis of pomegranate peel extracts. His published investigations examined anthocyanin identification, phenolic compounds, antioxidant activity, and extraction methodologies associated with Iranian pomegranate varieties.[3] Such research contributes to broader scientific understanding regarding nutraceutical compounds and functional food ingredients derived from agricultural by-products.
The researcher has additionally participated in studies related to anti-leishmanial activity derived from green algae extracts and investigations involving the preservation and sensory evaluation of traditional Iranian confectionery products. These contributions demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement across microbiology, food science, and biomedical applications.[6]
Publications
Selected scholarly publications associated with Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi include the following:
- Mehrizi RZ, Majdinasab M, Eskandari MH, Mozaffari-Khosravi H. Component optimization in optical and electrochemical paper-based analytical devices. Clinica Chimica Acta. 2026;578:120571. DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cca.2025.120571
- Mehrizi RZ, Majdinasab M, Eskandari MH, Mozaffari-Khosravi H. Design and Fabrication of an Analytical Device for Enzymatic Colorimetric Detection of Escherichia coli. Food Bioscience. 2025. DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2025.107548
- Zarezadeh Mehrizi R, Emam-Djomeh Z, Shahedi M, Loni E, Keramat J, Rezae K. Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity of Dried Peel of Iranian Pomegranate. Journal of Food Quality and Hazards Control. 2017;4:103-108.
- Zarezadeh Mehrizi R., Emam-Djomeh Z, Shahedi M, Loni E, Alighourchi H, Biabani J. Identification and quantification of anthocyanins in pomegranate peel extract. Journal of Food Science and Technology. 2015;12(49):31-40.
- Akhavan H, Zarezadeh Mehrizi R. Effects of Damask Rose Extract on Chemical, Microbial, and Sensory Properties of Sohan During Storage. Journal of Food Quality and Hazards Control. 2016;3:97-106.
Research Impact
The documented research impact of Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi includes indexed publications, scholarly citations, and interdisciplinary collaboration in biotechnology and analytical sciences. According to the associated Scopus author profile, the researcher has publications indexed within internationally recognized scientific databases and has contributed to emerging research in biosensing and analytical device engineering.[15]
The research emphasis on low-cost analytical systems, food safety monitoring, and phytochemical analysis aligns with broader scientific priorities in sustainable healthcare technologies and food biotechnology innovation. His contributions to paper-based analytical devices are relevant to ongoing developments in portable diagnostics and rapid microbial screening systems used within public health and food science environments.[6]
Award Suitability
The academic profile of Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi demonstrates suitability for recognition within the International Research Data Analysis Excellence & Awards framework due to his interdisciplinary scientific engagement, applied laboratory research, and contributions to biosensing and food biotechnology. His research activities incorporate analytical innovation, experimental methodology, and translational scientific applications relevant to public health and food safety.
The combination of academic instruction, laboratory expertise, biosensor development, and publication activity reflects sustained involvement in scientific research and applied biotechnology. His contributions to analytical device optimization and phytochemical characterization provide evidence of continued participation in emerging scientific fields associated with diagnostic technologies and food quality sciences.
Conclusion
Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi represents an academic researcher whose work integrates food biotechnology, biosensor engineering, analytical chemistry, and phytochemical sciences. His scholarly contributions demonstrate practical engagement with paper-based analytical systems, food quality analysis, antioxidant evaluation, and microbial detection technologies. Through research publications, laboratory instruction, and interdisciplinary scientific activity, he has contributed to ongoing developments in biosensing and applied biotechnology research.
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References
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- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Rahmatollah Zarezadeh Mehrizi, Author ID 60078993500. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=60078993500
- Mehrizi RZ, Majdinasab M, Eskandari MH, Mozaffari-Khosravi H. (2026). Component optimization in optical and electrochemical paper-based analytical devices. Clinica Chimica Acta, 578, 120571.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cca.2025.120571
- Mehrizi RZ, Majdinasab M, Eskandari MH, Mozaffari-Khosravi H. (2025). Design and Fabrication of an Analytical Device for Enzymatic Colorimetric Detection of Escherichia coli. Food Bioscience.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fbio.2025.107548
- Zarezadeh Mehrizi R., Emam-Djomeh Z, Shahedi M, Loni E, Alighourchi H, Biabani J. (2015). Identification and quantification of anthocyanins in pomegranate peel extract. Journal of Food Science and Technology.
https://fsct.modares.ac.ir/article_24808_en.html
- Zarezadeh Mehrizi R, Bafghi AF, Nasiri V, Sarafraz Ardakani MR, Meybodi MN, Zare-Zardini H. (2025). Evaluation of the Anti-Leishmanial Activity of the Hydroalcoholic Extract of Green Algae (Spirogyra). Acta Parasitologica.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11686-025-00994-4
- International Research Data Analysis Excellence & Awards. (2026). Award evaluation framework and academic recognition standards.
https://researchdataanalysis.com/