Prof. Dr. Seema Zargar | Hypothesis Fundamentals | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Seema Zargar | Hypothesis Fundamentals | Best Researcher Award | Professor | College of Science King Saud university | Saudi Arabia

Prof. Dr. Seema Zargar, an eminent Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, College of Science, King Saud University, Riyadh, is an internationally acclaimed scholar in the fields of Biochemistry, Biotechnology, and Bioinformatics. She holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, where her doctoral research explored the molecular mechanisms of dengue virus pathogenesis and host protein interactions. With extensive academic and research experience, she has served King Saud University for over a decade, progressing from Assistant Professor to Full Professor, and has played a pivotal role in shaping the university’s research landscape. Prof. Dr. Seema Zargar’s research interests encompass molecular biology, genetic regulation, cancer therapeutics, drug discovery, bioinformatics modeling, and toxicity studies. Her scientific expertise extends to advanced techniques in gene manipulation, bioanalytical methods, and computational molecular docking, integrating both wet-lab experimentation and in silico analyses. She has guided numerous undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral students, contributing significantly to student development and academic excellence. Her professional skills include experimental design, molecular diagnostics, genomic analysis, protein modeling, and advanced bioinformatics applications, complemented by her editorial expertise as Assistant Editor for Heliyon (Cell Press) and Editorial Board Member for BioMed Research International and Molecules. Prof. Dr. Seema Zargar’s remarkable achievements include over 100 research publications indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, several book chapters, and a U.S. patent on chemopreventive nanoparticle systems. She has been recognized among Stanford University’s top 2% scientists for consecutive years, reflecting her global research impact and academic influence. Her collaborative research projects span across international borders, contributing to advancements in cancer therapeutics, toxicological evaluations, and environmental biochemistry. As a member of numerous academic committees—including research cooperation, postgraduate, accreditation, and curriculum development—she has strengthened academic governance and scientific innovation at King Saud University. Her distinguished honors include CSIR Junior and Senior Research Fellowships, Assistant Editor Excellence Award from Heliyon (2023), and recognition for her leadership in fostering Indo-Saudi academic partnerships. In conclusion, Prof. Dr. Seema Zargar stands as a visionary scientist whose interdisciplinary research, mentorship, and dedication to scientific progress exemplify excellence in academia. Her commitment to innovation, collaborative research, and biotechnological advancement continues to inspire future generations and position her as a global leader in the field of Biochemistry and Molecular Sciences.

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Featured Publications 

1. Ahmed, M., Ahmad, M., Sohail, A., Sanaullah, M., Saeed, A., Qamar, S., Wani, T. A., & Zargar, S. (2024). Multivariate statistical analysis of cosmetics due to potentially toxic/heavy metal(loid) contamination: Source identification for sustainability and human health risk assessment. Sustainability, 16(14), 6127. Citations: 3

2. Naz, M., Ahmed, M., Aftab, F., Ali, M. A., Sanaullah, M., Ahmad, W., Alshammari, A. H., Khalid, K., Wani, T. A., & Zargar, S. (2024). Contamination of trace, non-essential/heavy metals in nutraceuticals/dietary supplements: A chemometric modelling approach and evaluation of human health risk upon dietary exposure. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 114806. Citations: 3

3. Ejaz, S. A., Aziz, M., Fayyaz, A., Wani, T. A., & Zargar, S. (2024). Computer-aided approach for the identification of lead molecules as inhibitors of cholinesterase’s and monoamine oxidases: Novel targets for Alzheimer’s disease treatment. Journal of the Serbian Chemical Society, 89(3), 441–442. Citations: 1

4. Irshad, M., Ahmed, M., Ramzan, M., Fatima, M., Aftab, F., Sanaullah, M., Qamar, S., Iftikhar, Z., Wani, T. A., & Zargar, S. (2024). Appraisal of potentially toxic metals contamination in protein supplements for muscle growth: A chemometric approach and associated human health risks. Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology, 127481. Citations: 2

5. Saeed, A., Ejaz, S. A., Aziz, M., Channar, P. A., Sumreen, L., Ujan, R., Wani, T. A., Zargar, S., Hökelek, T., & Flörke, U. (2024). Efficient synthesis of 1-(bromomethyl)-3,5-dimethoxybenzene: X-ray structure, Hirshfeld surface analysis, DFTs, and molecular modelling investigations as tyrosinase inhibitor. Química Nova, 47, e-20230131. Citations: 2

6. Zargar, S., Alqarni, A., & Ashrafuzamman, M. (2019). Colchicine-induced ion channel formation into membranes as mechanism behind chemotherapy drug cytotoxicity of cancer cells. In Lipid Bilayers (pp. 151–189). Nova Medicine and Health. Citations: 5

7. Zargar, S., & Wani, T. A. (2017). Transcription and its regulation. In Quick Revision of Molecular Biology (pp. 19–30). Research India Publications. Citations: 4