Neda Fayyazi | Bioinformatics | Excellence in Innovation

Dr. Neda Fayyazi | Bioinformatics | Excellence in Innovation

ogen/ medical iincubator, Iran

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Early Academic Pursuits 🎓

Dr. Neda Fayyazi’s academic journey is marked by significant achievements, beginning with her Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry from Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, which she completed between February 2015 and October 2019. Her outstanding academic performance earned her a top rank (A) with a GPA of 3.60. Dr. Fayyazi’s thesis, titled Molecular modeling, synthesis, and biological evaluation of hybrid multi-target iron chelators for anticancer and antimalarial applications, was highly regarded, securing an Excellent Rank (A). Her interdisciplinary focus on combining computational techniques and medicinal chemistry positions her as an emerging leader in the field.

Professional Endeavors 💼

Dr. Fayyazi’s professional experience spans academia and industry, with roles in pharmaceutical companies and research institutions. She has worked with leading organizations, including TPCO Holding, Pars Darou Pharmaceutical Company, and Barkat Holding. Her roles involved product development, technology transfer, and research in the areas of pharmaceutical formulations, softgel production, and drug discovery. As a board member of Ozhan Pharma Group and an active participant in various projects, Dr. Fayyazi continues to bridge the gap between scientific research and commercial application.

Contributions and Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Fayyazi’s research contributions are primarily in the field of Medicinal Chemistry, with a focus on drug design, molecular modeling, and hybrid molecule synthesis. Her work on molecular dynamics simulations and protein-ligand interactions using cutting-edge tools like Gromacs, GOLD, and Discovery Studio has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of drug interactions at the molecular level. Additionally, she is passionate about developing novel drug delivery systems, particularly in sustained-release formulations, and exploring natural products for therapeutic potential. Her research integrates AI and machine learning approaches in drug discovery, a testament to her forward-thinking methodology.

Impact and Influence 🌍

Dr. Fayyazi has had a significant impact on the pharmaceutical industry and academia through her work in drug discovery, technology transfer, and industry collaboration. Her expertise in bioassay-guided screening and cancer therapy research has led to breakthroughs in medicinal chemistry, especially in the development of multi-target anticancer agents. As a member of various prestigious associations such as the European Bioinformatics Association and the American Chemical Society, she has contributed to the global advancement of biotechnology and pharmaceutical sciences. Her work has garnered recognition, including a prize for innovative ideas in drug research at the Euro Chemistry Conference in Berlin (2019).

Academic Cites and Research Recognition 📑

Dr. Fayyazi’s academic publications and research outputs are highly cited in the fields of molecular modeling and pharmaceutical sciences. Her collaborations with research institutions and pharmaceutical companies have cemented her reputation as a thought leader in medicinal chemistry. Notably, her research on iron chelators and cancer treatment has positioned her as a pivotal figure in advancing drug discovery methodologies. Her work is frequently referenced in studies related to drug design, molecular dynamics, and natural product research.

Technical Skills and Expertise 🧑‍🔬

Dr. Fayyazi’s technical proficiency extends across a broad spectrum of advanced scientific methods and tools. She is highly skilled in QSAR (Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship), molecular dynamics simulations, and protein-ligand interactions. Her ability to synthesize hybrid compounds, coupled with her expertise in computational chemistry and machine learning, allows her to investigate complex biochemical interactions and design novel therapeutic agents. Furthermore, her knowledge of Linux environments, scripting, and drug discovery processes in natural products underscores her broad technical competence.

Teaching Experience 📚

Dr. Fayyazi’s passion for teaching is evident in her role as an educator at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, where she has taught undergraduate students in organic chemistry, pharmacology, and computational chemistry. She has also supervised and mentored numerous master’s and Ph.D. students in the fields of medicinal chemistry and bioassays. Her teaching methods emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, integrating cutting-edge technology and scientific research into practical applications.

Legacy and Future Contributions 🌟

Looking ahead, Dr. Fayyazi’s future contributions are poised to continue shaping the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. Her ongoing projects in controlled release formulations, softgel technology transfer, and sustained-release drug delivery systems demonstrate her commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative therapeutic solutions. As she works to bridge the gap between academic research and industry applications, Dr. Fayyazi aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and continue her impactful work in drug design and natural product research.

Honor and Awards 🏆

Dr. Fayyazi’s career has been punctuated with numerous accolades, including the Best Score in the National Entrance Exam for Pharmaceutical Projects in 2001, the Productivity Management Prize at Soha Pharmaceutical Company (2010), and the prestigious PhD Scholarship for Medicinal Chemistry at Isfahan University. These awards reflect her unwavering dedication to excellence and innovation in both academic and industrial settings.

 

Top Noted Publications 📖

Molecular dynamics simulation and 3D-pharmacophore analysis of new quinoline-based analogues with dual potential against EGFR and VEGFR-2
    • Authors: N. Fayyazi, A. Fassihi, S. Esmaeili, S. Taheri, J.B. Ghasemi, L. Saghaie
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
    • Year: 2020
Pharmacophore modeling, synthesis, scaffold hopping and biological β-Hematin inhibition interaction studies for anti-malaria compounds
    • Authors: N. Fayyazi, S. Esmaeili, S. Taheri, F.F. Ribeiro, M.T. Scotti, L. Scotti, …
    • Journal: Current Topics in Medicinal Chemistry
    • Year: 2019
Molecular dynamics simulation, 3D-pharmacophore and scaffold hopping analysis in the design of multi-target drugs to inhibit potential targets of COVID-19
    • Authors: N. Fayyazi, T. Mostashari-Rad, J.B. Ghasemi, M.M. Ardakani, F. Kobarfard
    • Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
    • Year: 2022
Design, synthesis, in silico studies, and antiproliferative evaluations of novel indolin-2-one derivatives containing 3-hydroxy-4-pyridinone fragment
    • Authors: P. Shirvani, N. Fayyazi, S. Van Belle, Z. Debyser, F. Christ, L. Saghaie, …
    • Journal: Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters
    • Year: 2022
Phytochemical analysis and purification of chief components of Ononis spinosa
    • Authors: N. Fayyazi, F. Naghibi, S. Taheri
    • Journal: N/A
    • Year: 2014
A new insight into the mechanism of loading of Granisetron, Naltrexone and Risperidone in poly (ortho ester) and poly (lactic-co-glycolic acid) as the controlled release drug
    • Authors: L. Karami, N. Fayyazi, M. Akbari, A. Molaei-Baghbanan, M. Maaza
    • Journal: Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology
    • Year: 2024

Medhat Saleh | Genomic Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Medhat Saleh | Genomic Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Bari University, Italy

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👨‍🔬 Summary

Dr. Medhat Saleh is a dedicated Ph.D. student at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Bari, Italy, and an Assistant Lecturer at Benha University, Egypt. His academic expertise includes quantitative genetics, animal breeding, genomics, and bioinformatics. His research focuses on studying genomic diversity, the genetic architecture of complex traits, and conducting GWAS analyses to identify SNPs and functional genes that influence economic traits in livestock species.

🎓 Education

Dr. Saleh holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Bari, Italy (2021 – Present). He completed his M.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences (Biotechnology) at Benha University, Egypt (2016 – 2019), and earned his B.Sc. in Agricultural Science (Animal Production) from Benha University, Egypt (2011 – 2015).

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Saleh’s academic career includes roles such as a Ph.D. Student at the University of Bari (2021 – Present), an Assistant Lecturer in Poultry Breeding and Genetics at Benha University, Egypt (2019 – Present), and a Demonstrator at Benha University (2015 – 2019). He has also served as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Bari in 2017 and as a Visiting Researcher at Wageningen University, Netherlands (2023 – 2024).

🔧 Technical Skills

Dr. Saleh has expertise in molecular techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and PCR-RFLP. He is proficient in bioinformatics tools including Plink, R, GENALEX, SAS, and BLUPF90 for data analysis. He also applies bioinformatics databases to genomic research, focusing on genetic analysis and statistical techniques for animal breeding.

🏅 Teaching Experience

Dr. Saleh has contributed significantly to teaching as an Assistant Lecturer in Poultry Breeding and Genetics at Benha University, where he also organized workshops on poultry incubation and brooding techniques. His dedication to enhancing the practical knowledge of students is evident through his active participation in curriculum development and student mentoring.

🔬 Research Interests

His primary research interests lie in exploring genomic diversity and the genetic architecture of complex traits in livestock species, with a particular focus on GWAS analyses. He is dedicated to identifying SNPs and functional genes that influence important economic traits, with applications in animal breeding and genomics.

 

📖Top Noted Publications

Poisoning by Nerium oleander L. in Franconia Geese

Authors: Nicola Pugliese, Antonella Tinelli, Giuseppe Crescenzo, Maria Nieddu, Elena Baralla, Antonella Schiavone, Zizzo Nicola, Rossella Samarelli, Filomena Dessì, Elena Circella et al.

Journal: Animals

Year: 2024

A Safe and Effective Atovaquone-Proguanil Therapeutic Protocol for the Treatment of Avian Malaria by Plasmodium relictum in Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus)

Authors: Nicola Pugliese, Rossella Samarelli, Roberto Lombardi, Antonella Schiavone, Giuseppe Crescenzo, Elena Circella, Claudia Zizzadoro, Olimpia Lai, Medhat S. Saleh, Michela Prioletti et al.

Journal: Animals

Year: 2023

Pilot Study on the Action of Thymus vulgaris Essential Oil in Treating the Most Common Bacterial Contaminants and Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica Serovar Derby in Poultry Litter

Authors: Michela Galgano, Francesco Pellegrini, Giuseppe Fracchiolla, Daniela Mrenoshki, Aya Attia Koraney Zarea, Angelica Bianco, Laura Del Sambro, Loredana Capozzi, Antonella Schiavone, Medhat S. Saleh et al.

Journal: Antibiotics

Year: 2023

Vertical Transmission of Salmonella enterica ser. Gallinarum in Dermanyssus gallinae by the Mean of the Baudruche-Based Artificial Feeding Device

Authors: Antonella Schiavone, Nicola Pugliese, Ifra Siddique, Rossella Samarelli, Medhat S. Saleh, Roberto Lombardi, Elena Circella, Antonio Camarda

Journal: Applied Sciences

Year: 2023

Crossbreeding Impacts on Caecal Bacterial Count and Antibody Titres in Chickens

Authors: M. S. Saleh, M. H. Khalil, M. M. Iraqi, A. Camarda

Journal: British Poultry Science

Year: 2022

Polymorphic Characterisation of Gallinacin Candidate Genes and Their Molecular Associations with Growth and Immunity Traits in Chickens

Authors: M. S. Saleh, M. H. Khalil, M. M. Iraqi, A. Camarda

Journal: British Poultry Science

Year: 2021

Shuaa S. Alharbi | Bioimage informatics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Shuaa S. Alharbi | Bioimage informatics | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Department of Information Technology, College of Computer, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia

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👩‍💻 Summary

Dr. Shuaa S. Alharbi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Technology at the College of Computer, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia. With a strong interdisciplinary background, she specializes in machine learning and image processing, particularly their applications in biomedical fields. Her research focuses on leveraging deep learning techniques to analyze medical images and improve diagnostic accuracy. Dr. Alharbi is dedicated to advancing bioinformatics and medical image analysis using cutting-edge technology.

🎓 Education

Dr. Alharbi holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Durham University, UK (2020), and both an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Computer Science from Qassim University (2007) and King Saud University (2014), respectively. Her academic journey has provided her with a solid foundation in computer science, further augmented by extensive research in machine learning and bioimaging.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Alharbi has accumulated years of academic experience. She started as a Teaching Assistant at Qassim University in 2008, then progressed to Lecturer in 2015. Since 2020, she has served as an Assistant Professor at the same institution. Throughout her career, she has mentored students and contributed significantly to the academic environment at Qassim University, particularly in the Information Technology Department.

📝 Academic Committees & Administrative Roles

Dr. Alharbi has been deeply involved in various administrative roles at Qassim University. She served as E-content Supervisor (2020-2022), and currently coordinates the IT Department (2020-present). She is also a Postgraduate Supervisor (2023-present) and has been a Permanent Member of the Standing Committee for Assistance in the Scientific Council since 2023, contributing to the advancement of educational practices and research policies at the university.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Alharbi’s research interests are at the intersection of machine learning, image processing, and bioinformatics. She focuses on the application of deep learning for medical image analysis, working to enhance disease detection and diagnostic precision. Her work includes developing novel deep learning architectures and data-driven models to solve complex problems in medical and biological imaging.

🖥️ Technical Skills

Dr. Alharbi is proficient in a range of technical skills, including machine learning and deep learning frameworks, image and signal processing, computer graphics, and bioinformatics. She is experienced with programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, C++, and Java, and is adept at using these tools to solve complex problems in medical image analysis and other interdisciplinary fields.

📚 Teaching Experience

In addition to her research, Dr. Alharbi has taught several graduate-level courses, including Data Science, Computer Graphics, and Health Information Systems. She has also supervised Master’s theses in fields like cybersecurity, blockchain, and medical image processing, contributing to the academic growth of students in the Information Technology and Cybersecurity programs.

🌍 Conferences & Seminars

Dr. Alharbi has presented her work at prestigious international conferences, such as the IEEE BIBM International Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedicine (Spain) and the Medical Image Computing Summer School at UCL (London). These platforms have allowed her to collaborate with global experts and stay at the forefront of research in bioimaging and machine learning.

💡 Research Grants

Dr. Alharbi was awarded a Coffee Research Grant from the Saudi Ministry of Culture, under the Saudi Heritage Preservation Society, showcasing her active involvement in research funding and promoting innovation in her fields of expertise.

 

📖 Top Noted Publications

Ravi Shankar Bellala – Bioinformatics – Excellence in Research 

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Bellala Ravishankar initiated his academic journey with an MBBS from SriDevarajurs Medical College (1986-1992). He later pursued a Master's in Molecular Oncology from the renowned European School and earned advanced certification in the same from Jefferson University. His academic dedication was further showcased with an MBA in Hospital Administration from Andhra University.

Professional Endeavors

With an illustrious 26-year career in clinical oncology, Dr. Ravishankar has demonstrated expertise in both Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology. His professional journey spans across esteemed institutions like Lions Cancer Hospital, Visakhapatnam, and Omega Hospitals, Vizag, where he currently serves as the Head of Clinical Oncology & Managing Director.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Ravishankar's contributions to oncology are manifold, with participation in over 20 clinical trials and numerous publications in national and international journals. His research has focused on various aspects, including PET-CT in radiotherapy planning and targeted therapies in solid tumors. As a principal investigator, he has significantly influenced advancements in cancer care modalities.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Ravishankar's pioneering efforts have earned him several accolades, including being the First Indian Oncologist to receive the Fellow ESTRO from Geneva in 2013 and the First Indian Oncologist with a Molecular Oncology Master from the European School of Oncology in 2019. His exemplary contributions have been acknowledged with awards like the Times Health Excellence Award and the Indian Glory Award for Excellence in Oncology.

Impact and Influence

As an esteemed figure in the oncology community, Dr. Ravishankar's impact extends beyond clinical practice. His global exposure, collaborations with renowned oncology centers worldwide, and mentorship roles underline his influence in shaping the future of oncological care and research.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Ravishankar's legacy is characterized by a blend of clinical excellence, research advancements, and educational contributions. His future endeavors aim to further innovate cancer treatment modalities, mentor the next generation of oncologists, and continue fostering collaborations to advance global oncology care.

This summary encapsulates Dr. Bellala Ravishankar's multifaceted career, highlighting his academic pursuits, professional accomplishments, research contributions, accolades, impact, and future aspirations in the field of clinical oncology.

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