Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award | Organic chemistry and polymer Science | University Abu Bekr Belkaid | Algeria

Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui is a distinguished researcher with a strong foundation in chemistry and materials science, recognized for his innovative contributions to molecular fluorescence and formulation science. He completed his higher education at the University of Abou Bekr Belkaid, where he earned his advanced degrees in chemistry, establishing a solid grounding in both theoretical and applied aspects of chemical research. Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui has amassed extensive experience in both academic and research settings, focusing on the design, synthesis, and characterization of molecular compounds and functional materials. His research interests encompass molecular fluorescence, surfactant chemistry, and the development of bioactive formulations, particularly in cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. Equipped with advanced research skills, Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui demonstrates expertise in chemical synthesis, analytical characterization techniques, spectroscopic analysis, and formulation optimization, which he applies to explore novel functional materials and their bioactivities. His dedication to excellence has been recognized through several awards and honors in both national and international scientific communities, reflecting his commitment to advancing knowledge in chemistry and material sciences. Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui is also actively engaged in collaborative projects, bridging interdisciplinary research that integrates chemistry, biology, and materials science to develop solutions with real-world applications. His contributions have been widely disseminated through high-impact publications and conference presentations, highlighting his role as a thought leader in his field. Overall, Mr. Islam Mohammed Charaf Eddine Hasnaoui embodies a dynamic combination of academic rigor, innovative thinking, and professional dedication, making significant strides in both fundamental research and applied science, and his work continues to influence emerging trends in molecular materials, bioactive formulations, and functional chemistry.

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Flocculation of Clay Suspensions Using Copolymers Based on Acrylamide and Biopolymer

A. Belaid, B. Bouras, T. Hocine, L. Tennouga
Physical Chemistry Research, 11(2), 221–230, 2023

Modified Biopolymer as Adsorbent for Methylene Blue Dye Removal

B. Abdelaali, H. Tayeb, B. Brahim, T. Lahcene, B. Kamel Ismet, K. Benhabib
Physical Chemistry Research, 12(1), 189–204, 2024

In-situ Polymerization of (Acrylamide/Bisacrylamide)/Bentonite Composites and Their Application for Dye Removal

O. Bouras, T. Hocine, K. I. Benabadji, B. Bouras, C. Kahouadji, A. Belaid, et al.
Physical Chemistry Research, 14(1), 29–42, 2025

Préparation de nouveaux copolymères à base d’acrylamide, propriétés et applications

B. Abdelaali
Université Abou-Bekr Belkaid – Tlemcen, 2024

Roland Bruderer | Tech Innovations | Outstanding Scientist Award

Dr. Roland Bruderer | Tech Innovations | Outstanding Scientist Award

Dr. Roland Bruderer | Tech Innovations | Outstanding Scientist Award | Vice President | Biognosys AG | Switzerland

Dr. Roland Bruderer is an internationally recognized proteomics scientist and mass spectrometry expert with over a decade of leadership experience in advanced LC-MS technology development for biomedical research and clinical applications. Dr. Roland Bruderer earned his Dr. sc. ETH in Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology from ETH Zurich, where his doctoral research on cell cycle regulation in mammalian cells led to a Nature publication and was honored with the prestigious ETH Medal. He also completed the Zurich Ph.D. Program in Molecular Life Sciences and obtained a Diploma in Biochemistry from ETH Zurich, building a strong interdisciplinary foundation in molecular biology and analytical chemistry. Professionally, Dr. Roland Bruderer has held progressive scientific and leadership roles across academia and industry, including postdoctoral research positions at ETH Zurich and the University of Dundee, where he developed innovative mass spectrometry-based subproteome analysis methods that resulted in both high-impact publications and commercial products. He later served as Senior Scientist at Dualsystems Biotech AG, contributing to affinity purification mass spectrometry platforms for pharmaceutical research. Since joining Biognosys Group, Dr. Roland Bruderer has played a pivotal role in the development and commercialization of cutting-edge proteomics workflows, advancing from Senior Scientist to Principal Scientist, Head of R&D LC-MS and Workflows, and currently Vice President Research and Development for LC-MS and Workflows. His research interests center on quantitative proteomics, SWATH mass spectrometry, immunopeptidomics, large-scale protein identification, and translational proteomics for medicine. Dr. Roland Bruderer possesses advanced research skills in mass spectrometry, proteomics workflow optimization, molecular biology, data-driven LC-MS strategy development, and technology commercialization. He is fluent in English and German and is widely recognized for bridging fundamental research with industrial innovation. His awards and honors include the ETH Medal for outstanding doctoral research, underscoring his scientific excellence and lasting impact on proteomics. In conclusion, Dr. Roland Bruderer exemplifies scientific leadership at the interface of technology, biology, and medicine, continuing to shape the future of large-scale proteomics through innovation, mentorship, and translational research.

 

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Unveiling proteomic and peptide-level modifications in cerebrospinal fluid and plasma in normal cognitive aging
Communications Medicine, 2025

A Flexible End-to-End Automated Sample Preparation Workflow Enables Standardized and Scalable Bottom-up Proteomics
Analytical Chemistry, 2025

Exosomes released from senescent cells and circulatory exosomes isolated from human plasma reveal aging-associated proteomic and lipid signatures
Aging, 2025

Alex Gautier Tsopgo | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo | Engineering and Technology | Research Excellence Award | PhD candidate | Northwest University | China

Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo is a Renewable Energy Engineer and emerging scholar whose work integrates advanced engineering, community-centered development, and policy innovation to accelerate sustainable electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa. Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Renewable Energy from the University of Maroua (2012–2015), a Master of Engineering in Renewable Energy from the National Advanced School of Engineering, Cameroon (2015–2017), and is currently a PhD Researcher in Solar Thermal Energy Storage at Northwest University, China (2023–Present), where he is developing a comprehensive computational model for comparing and optimizing solar thermal energy storage systems to mitigate intermittency challenges in utility-scale renewable deployment. Professionally, Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo has accumulated over four years of hands-on experience delivering last-mile electrification solutions, notably serving as a Renewable Energy Engineer at Renewable Energy Innovators Cameroon, where he led the deployment of more than 237 kWp of distributed solar systems with 433 kWh of battery storage, electrifying over 500 households, powering micro-enterprises and social infrastructure, and achieving high system availability through community-based operations and maintenance frameworks. His work also contributed directly to Cameroon’s first mini-grid licensing framework, demonstrating his capacity to bridge technical design and regulatory advancement. Earlier, as an Energy Consultant for multiple municipalities, Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo conducted techno-economic feasibility studies for hydrokinetic systems and pioneered inclusive village savings models that mobilized over 300 members to finance productive energy assets, while his consulting roles with TAGUS Drone, ELYON Polytechnique, and ERECE SARL focused on optimizing grid-tied solar installations and conducting energy audits that reduced consumer costs. His research interests span solar thermal energy storage, multi-objective optimization, renewable energy systems modeling, mini-grid and off-grid electrification, and the socio-technical dynamics of energy access in emerging markets, supported by strong research skills in computational modeling, optimization frameworks, techno-economic analysis, and interdisciplinary systems design. Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo’s research skill set is complemented by technical competencies in PVSyst, HOMER, RETScreen, Aspen Plus, and project development methodologies, alongside demonstrated leadership through global youth ambassadorships, academic facilitation, and humanitarian engagement. His awards and recognitions include certifications from international institutions, leadership acknowledgments, and professional training in environmental and social impact assessment and public–private partnerships, collectively underscoring a career defined by technical rigor, ethical engagement, and scalable impact. In conclusion, Mr. Alex Gautier Tsopgo represents a new generation of renewable energy leaders whose integrated expertise positions him to contribute meaningfully to global energy transitions and sustainable development.

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Tsopgo, A. G., Teng, H., Duan, Q., & Zheng, H. A. (2026). Probability-based multi-objective optimization framework for the selection of molten salts in thermal energy storage systems. Composites Part B: Engineering.

Thirumalairajan Subramaniam | Nanotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam | Nanotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam | Nanotechnology | Outstanding Scientist Award | Faculty Fellow | Tamil Nadu Agricultural University | India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam is an accomplished nanoscience researcher and academic currently serving as a GOI-DBT Ramalingaswami Re-entry Faculty Fellow and Assistant Professor at the Centre for Agricultural Nanotechnology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, India, with more than twelve years of post-Ph.D. research experience and eight years of teaching experience in interdisciplinary nanoscience and nanotechnology. Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam earned his Ph.D. in Physics (Nano Science and Technology) from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, with his thesis being highly commended, following an M.Phil. and M.Sc. in Physics from the same institution, where he received the Prof. Raman Award for Best Student, and a B.Sc. in Physics from Erode Arts and Science College with a Certificate of Merit. Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam has extensive international research exposure, having completed postdoctoral fellowships at IFSC-USP, Brazil under FAPESP, Hanyang University, South Korea, and National Changhua University of Education, Taiwan, along with serving as a Visiting Scientist in Indonesia and participating in an exchange program at Boston University, USA. Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam’s professional experience spans advanced nanomaterial synthesis, sensor device development, and translational research, with leadership as Principal Investigator on funded projects from DBT, FAPESP, CSIR, and the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund, managing a cumulative project budget exceeding Rs. 2.80 Crores and submitting national and international project reports totaling Rs. 6.10 Crores. Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam’s research interests focus on nanostructured metal oxides, SERS-based sensing platforms, electrochemical biosensors, gas sensors, nano-enabled food safety technologies, pesticide residue detection, and agri-nanotechnology applications. Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam possesses strong research skills in nanomaterial synthesis, surface functionalization, spectroscopic and electrochemical characterization, device fabrication, and analytical sensing, and has contributed to the development of scientific instruments and the design of nano research laboratories in Brazil, Indonesia, and India. Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam has been recognized with two granted patents, six published patents, six books with ISBN, ten book chapters, thirty-eight international journal publications, an h-index of 20, approximately 2059 citations, and numerous invited lectures and conference contributions. In conclusion, Assist. Prof. Dr. Thirumalairajan Subramaniam stands as a globally experienced researcher whose work bridges fundamental nanoscience and real-world applications in food safety, sensing, and sustainable technologies.

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Shape tunable synthesis of highly sensitive Ag/metal oxide nanostructures as SERS substrates for pesticide detection on surface of fruits and vegetables


Microchemical Journal, 2025

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Critical Review on Multifunctional Nanostructure Based Electrochemical Immunosensors for Foodborne Pathogens

 

 

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Development of Promising Flower-like Ag/SrFeO3 Nanosheet Electrode Materials: An Efficient and Selective Electrocatalytic Detection of Caffeic Acid in Coffee and Green Tea


ACS Omega, 2023


Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri | Neuroscience | Research Excellence Award | Faculty member | University of Zanjan | Iran 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri is an accomplished Iranian behavioral neuroscientist whose academic and research career centers on understanding the complex neurobiological mechanisms underlying learning and memory, anxiety, fear conditioning, depression, sleep deprivation, and reward processes, and she has significantly contributed to translational research involving animal models of neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, hepatic encephalopathy, and Alzheimer’s disease while also advancing experimental electrophysiology techniques such as patch-clamp recording. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri completed her B.S. in Biology at Shiraz University in 2002, followed by an M.S. and Ph.D. in Animal Physiology at Kharazmi University, Tehran, where her graduate research explored dopaminergic and opioidergic mechanisms in reward, motivation, and morphine-related behaviors, guided by leading neuroscientists Dr. Parvin Rostami and Dr. Mohammad-Reza Zarrindast. Professionally, she began her academic path as a teaching scholar and laboratory instructor at the University of Zanjan, later joining the Department of Biology as an Assistant Professor in 2013 and advancing to Associate Professor in 2019, where she teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in biological sciences and behavioral neuroscience. Her mentoring contributions extend to pharmacology programs at Tehran University of Medical Sciences and cognitive neuroscience programs at the Institute for Cognitive Science Studies. Her research interests encompass behavioral neuroscience, emotional regulation, fear circuitry, neuropharmacology, electrophysiological mechanisms, and disease modeling, and she possesses strong research skills in neurobehavioral testing, psychopharmacology, neurochemical pathway analysis, animal surgery, disease induction models, memory assessment paradigms, and advanced electrophysiological recording. Throughout her career, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals across behavioral neuroscience, psychopharmacology, and neurobiology, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary scientific advancement. She has been recognized for her sustained research productivity, impactful collaborations, and contributions to understanding brain–behavior relationships in both normal and pathological states. With a strong combination of teaching excellence, research innovation, and academic leadership, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri continues to expand her scientific footprint by addressing emerging questions in neural circuitry, emotional processing, and neuropharmacological interventions. In conclusion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohaddeseh Ebrahimi-Ghiri’s academic trajectory, diverse research competencies, and continued dedication to neuroscience education underscore her role as a distinguished scholar whose work contributes significantly to advancing neurobehavioral science and developing potential therapeutic insights for neurological and psychiatric conditions.

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Maryam Khavarpour | Tech Innovations | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maryam Khavarpour | Tech Innovations | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maryam Khavarpour | Tech Innovations | Associate Professor at Islamic Azad University, Amol | Iran 

Assoc. Prof. Dr Maryam Khavarpour is an accomplished Iranian chemical engineer and academic leader serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Ayatollah Amoli Branch of the Islamic Azad University, Amol, Iran, where she has established a distinguished career in advanced bioprocess engineering, environmental biotechnology, catalysis, and nanomaterials research. Dr Maryam Khavarpour completed her B.Sc. (2011), M.Sc. (2006), and Ph.D. (2003) in Chemical Engineering at the highly reputed Noshirvani University of Technology, Babol, Iran, demonstrating an early and consistent trajectory of academic excellence. Throughout her professional journey, she has taught a wide range of core and interdisciplinary courses, including Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Separation Processes, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Microbiology, and Separation Processes in Biological Systems, contributing significantly to student development and curriculum advancement. Her research interests span biochemical engineering, bioseparation, biodesulfurization, environmental remediation, wastewater treatment, nanoparticle applications, membrane technologies, kinetic modeling, natural gas purification, nanofluids, and biocatalysis, while her research skills include chromatographic analysis, hydrodynamic modeling, reaction kinetics, bioprocess optimization, nanomaterial synthesis, microbial bioremediation, thermophysical characterization, and advanced analytical techniques for environmental systems. Over the years, Assoc. Prof. Dr Maryam Khavarpour has produced impactful scientific contributions across respected journals, working extensively on topics such as plasmid DNA purification, phenol biodegradation, membrane performance enhancement using nanoparticles, kinetic evaluation of biodesulfurization, and environmental pollutant removal using nano-adsorbents and novel composite materials. She has also collaborated on innovative studies involving antioxidant extraction, mathematical modeling of food and biological drying systems, and the development of multifunctional wound-healing matrices and biomedical scaffolds. Her academic dedication has earned her recognition for high-quality research, continuous publication output, and contributions to clean technologies, sustainable engineering, and industrial biotechnology. Through her strong record of teaching, research, and mentorship, Assoc. Prof. Dr Maryam Khavarpour continues to influence the fields of chemical and biochemical engineering, inspiring a new generation of engineers and researchers committed to solving environmental, industrial, and biomedical challenges. In conclusion, Dr Khavarpour’s comprehensive expertise, scholarly productivity, and commitment to innovative research position her as a leading figure whose work continues to advance both scientific understanding and practical applications in chemical engineering and sustainability-focused technologies.

 

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Ping Yuan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Prof Ping Yuan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Prof Ping Yuan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Research Excellence Award | Principle Investigator | The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University | China 

Prof. Ping Yuan is a distinguished researcher and professor currently serving as Principal Investigator at the Guangdong Institute of Gastroenterology, The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University (since January 2017), with prior appointments including Assistant Professor at the Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, Chinese University of Hong Kong (2010–2016); Postdoctoral Fellow (Stem Cell) at the Genome Institute of Singapore (2006–2010); Research Associate in Molecular Biology at Princeton University (2004–2006); and Visiting Research Fellow in Pathology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston (2001). He earned his Ph.D. from the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, National University of Singapore (completed 2004), after completing an M.S. in Microbiology at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and a B.S. from the School of Biological Sciences, Central China Normal University. Over his career, Prof. Ping Yuan has secured multiple competitive research grants — including support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China for work on YAP-associated super-enhancers in stem cells (Grant 31970674, 2020–2023), inhibition of glioblastoma stem cell proliferation (Grant 8177110391, 2018–2021), and the role of DNA repair factor Rif1 in teratocarcinoma formation (Grant 81372162, 2014–2017), as well as funding from the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong for building an in-vitro system to reconstitute female germ-lineage cells (Grant 479512, 2013–2016). His research interests center on cancer stem cells, pluripotent stem cells, epigenetic modification, and single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), with research skills spanning molecular biology, stem cell biology, epigenetics, in vitro and in vivo functional assays, bioinformatics and genomics. Prof. Ping Yuan has contributed significantly to our understanding of how pathways such as Hippo-YAP regulate stem cell differentiation and how dysregulation may underlie cancer, particularly colorectal and other cancers. His recent work includes demonstration that interference with CAPG induces apoptosis and ferroptosis via the p53 pathway in colorectal cancer cells, and that UCKL1 plays a non-canonical role in ferroptosis defense in colorectal cancer, highlighting potential therapeutic targets. Through his sustained funding, leadership roles, and prolific output, Prof. Ping Yuan has established himself as a leading figure in the intersection of stem cell biology, epigenetics, and cancer research, influencing both basic stem cell science and translational oncology.

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Featured Publications

  1. CAPG interference induces apoptosis and ferroptosis in colorectal cancer cells through the P53 pathway. (2023). Molecular and Cellular Probes.

  2. Non-canonical role of UCKL1 on ferroptosis defence in colorectal cancer. (2023). EBioMedicine.

  3. Silence of a dependence receptor CSF1R in colorectal cancer cells activates tumor-associated macrophages. (2022). Journal for Immunotherapy of Cancer.

  4. Lin28 inhibits the differentiation from mouse embryonic stem cells to glial lineage cells through upregulation of Yap1. (2021). Stem Cells International.

  5. Hippo-YAP signaling controls lineage differentiation of mouse embryonic stem cells through modulating the formation of super-enhancers. (2020). Nucleic Acids Research, 48(13), 7182–7196.

  6. CFTR constrains the differentiation from mouse embryonic stem cells to intestine lineage cells. (2019). Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications.

  7. Differentiation of female Oct4-GFP embryonic stem cells into germ lineage cells. (2018). Cell Biology International

Laurie Margolies | Medicine and Health Sciences | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Laurie Margolies | Medicine and Health Sciences | Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Laurie Margolies | Medicine and Health Sciences | Excellence in Research Award | MD | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | United States

Dr. Laurie Margolies is a distinguished radiologist and internationally respected leader in breast imaging, currently serving as Professor and Vice Chair for Breast Imaging in the Department of Diagnostic, Molecular, and Interventional Radiology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where she has made transformative contributions to breast cancer detection, digital imaging, and women’s health. Dr. Laurie Margolies completed her undergraduate studies in Biomedical Ethics at Brown University, earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, and pursued advanced clinical training through an internal medicine internship at Griffin Hospital, a radiology residency at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, and a comprehensive fellowship in CT, ultrasound, and MRI at Yale University/Yale New Haven Hospital. Her professional experience spans decades of academic appointments, including Instructor at Yale, rising through faculty ranks at Mount Sinai from Assistant Professor to full Professor, while simultaneously serving as System Chief of Breast Imaging across multiple hospitals, Director of Breast Imaging at Mount Sinai Hospital, and Chief of Breast Imaging at the Dubin Breast Center. Dr. Laurie Margolies’s research interests center on breast cancer screening optimization, digital mammography, cardiovascular risk evaluation through mammographic arterial calcifications, health disparity reduction, culturally targeted education programs, imaging physics, AI-driven diagnostic tools, and cross-disciplinary cancer detection methods. Her research skills include expertise in multimodality breast imaging, tomosynthesis assessment, radiologic quality control, population-based screening program development, clinical guideline evaluation, and participation in collaborative research teams across oncology, epidemiology, psychology, and medical physics. She has contributed to impactful studies published in reputable journals such as the Journal of Breast Imaging, Clinical Imaging, Journal of Cancer Education, and PEC Innovation, and she has served on multiple advisory boards for leading medical technology companies, advancing AI-assisted imaging development. Dr. Laurie Margolies has received numerous honors, including Fellowship in the American College of Radiology, Fellowship in the Society of Breast Imaging, multiple RSNA Merit Awards, Mount Sinai Innovation Awards, Clinical Imaging Outstanding Reviewer recognition, and repeated selection as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. She has served on key institutional committees, leadership panels, and mentoring programs, significantly shaping radiologic quality improvement and cancer screening strategies. Dr. Laurie Margolies continues to influence clinical practice through her dedication to research, patient-centered care, and educational advancement, embodying excellence in academic radiology and demonstrating ongoing potential to elevate global breast imaging standards.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Margolies, L. R., Spear, G. G., Payne, J. I., Iles, S. E., & Abdolell, M. (2025). Artificial intelligence for assessment of digital mammography positioning reveals persistent challenges.

  2. Rossi, J., Cho, L., Newell, M. S., Venta, L. A., Montgomery, G. H., Destounis, S. V., Brem, R. F., Parghi, C., & Margolies, L. R. (2025). Breast arterial calcifications on mammography: A review of the literature.

  3. Mullen, L. A., Ambinder, E. B., Talati, N., & Margolies, L. R. (2023). Mammography information systems: A survey of breast imaging radiologist satisfaction and perspectives.

  4. Head, K. J., Harrington, N. G., Schnur, J. B., Margolies, L., & Montgomery, G. H. (2022). Examining gain- and loss-framed messages in a novel breast cancer screening/cardiovascular context: Does framing matter.

  5. Vang, S., Margolies, L. R., & Jandorf, L. (2022). Screening mammogram adherence in medically underserved women: Does language preference matter.

  6. Fung, J., Vang, S., Margolies, L. R., Li, A., Blondeau-Lecomte, E., Li, A., & Jandorf, L. (2021). Developing a culturally and linguistically targeted breast cancer educational program for a multicultural population.

  7. Margolies, L. R., Salvatore, M., Yip, R., Tam, K., Bertolini, A., Henschke, C., & Yankelevitz, D. (2018). The chest radiologist’s role in invasive breast cancer detection.

 

Zeb Hussain | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Hypothesis Excellence Award

Dr. Zeb Hussain | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Hypothesis Excellence Award

Dr. Zeb Hussain | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Hypothesis Excellence Award | Lecture | Dow university of health sciences | Pakistan

Dr. Zeb Hussain is an accomplished microbiologist, medical laboratory scientist, and researcher whose work bridges advanced diagnostic microbiology, infectious disease surveillance, molecular epidemiology, and clinical laboratory quality systems. Dr. Zeb Hussain holds an M.Phil. in Pathology (Microbiology) from Dow University of Health Sciences and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Microbiology at the University of Karachi with a research focus on the molecular characterization and phylogenetic analysis of carbapenemase-producing bacteria associated with ventilator-acquired pneumonia. His academic foundation also includes a BS in Medical Laboratory Technology, a BSc in Chemistry and Biology, an Executive MBA in Health Management, and professional certification in ISO-15189:2012 assessor training from the Pakistan National Accreditation Council, equipping him with both scientific depth and managerial competence. Professionally, Dr. Zeb Hussain has extensive experience as a Medical Technologist and Shift Supervisor at the Dow Diagnostic and Research Complex, where he oversees microbiology operations including bacterial and fungal culture interpretation, parasitology, serology, PCR-based molecular diagnostics, biosafety practices, quality assurance, ISO compliance, and laboratory workflow management. His managerial expertise extends to inventory oversight, vendor coordination, LIS operations, staff supervision, and patient-physician issue resolution, ensuring efficient clinical service delivery. As an educator, he has taught medical and health sciences students at Malir University of Science and Technology and conducted MBBS/BDS tutorials at Dow University of Health Sciences, contributing to academic capacity building in laboratory sciences. His research interests include antimicrobial resistance, multidrug-resistant gram-negative pathogens, genotyping of bacterial and viral organisms, clinical-environmental surveillance, and epidemiological modelling of infectious diseases. Dr. Zeb Hussain’s research skills encompass molecular diagnostics, PCR, DNA/RNA extraction, immunoassay evaluation, culture and sensitivity testing, laboratory biosafety, and use of automated biochemical and hematology analyzers. He has presented his research internationally, including at the European Congress of Immunology in Vienna, and has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications in Scopus-indexed journals in areas such as measles sero-surveillance, invasive blood culture pathogens, uropathogens, and antimicrobial resistance patterns. His awards and recognitions include international poster and oral presentation selections, reflecting his active role in global scientific exchange. Dr. Zeb Hussain continues to advance clinical microbiology through his dedication to infectious disease research, laboratory quality enhancement, and academic mentorship, demonstrating strong commitment to improving public health outcomes and clinical microbiological practices within Pakistan and beyond.

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Featured Publications

  1. Hussain, Z., Farooqui, F., Ibrahim, A., & Baig, S. (2025). Patients and surfaces: Integrated clinical–environmental surveillance of MDR gram-negative bacteria in critical-care units (Karachi). Microorganisms.

  2. Hussain, Z., Naim, A., Fatima, A., Karim, A., Uddin, F., & Shams, S. (2025). Distribution of MBL and serine-β-lactamase-producing pathogens in ventilator-associated pneumonia: Insights into MDR and XDR strains. Iranian Journal of Microbiology.

  3. Hussain, Z. (2024). Sero-surveillance of measles virus seropositivity amongst vaccinated children of rural areas of Sindh. Microbiological & Immunological Communications.

  4. Fatima, A., Iffat, W., Dawood, K., Sarfaraz, S., Hussain, Z., Siddiqui, H. Z., & Gajdács, M. (2023). Prevalence and antimicrobial resistance of uropathogens in Karachi, Pakistan. Acta Biologica Szegediensis.

  5. Fatima, A., Gohar, H., Dawood, K., Sajjad, M., Fasih, F., & Hussain, Z. (2022). Distribution of invasive pathogenic isolates in blood culture with their antimicrobial susceptibility pattern in a diagnostic lab in Karachi. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association.

  6. Hussain, Z. (2020). Measles in Sindh, Pakistan. Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Submission ID: JPMA-2020-2312).

  7. Hussain, Z. (Year not specified). Sero-surveillance of measles virus amongst vaccinated children of rural areas of Sindh, Pakistan. Unpublished conference research.