Ki Hyun Yoo | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Ki Hyun Yoo | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

CTO | Simple Planet Inc | South Korea

Dr. Ki Hyun Yoo, PhD, is an Adjunct Professor of Bioengineering at Hanyang University and CTO of Simple Planet Inc., specializing in cellular engineering, cultured-meat biotechnology, and regenerative medicine. He holds BS, MS, and PhD degrees in Biotechnology and Applied Biological Chemistry from Kyung Hee University, with advanced postdoctoral training in oncology, pediatrics, and neurosurgery at leading U.S. medical institutions. His professional experience spans faculty and research leadership roles, directing multidisciplinary projects in stem-cell engineering, neuroregeneration, metabolic pathways, and translational biomaterials while overseeing technology development in the biotechnology industry. Dr. Yoo’s research focuses on pluripotent stem-cell platforms, tissue differentiation, 3D bioprinting, and molecular mechanisms underlying aging and disease, contributing to federal and industry-funded grants, peer-reviewed publications, and innovative applications in food biotechnology and regenerative therapeutics. He has been recognized with competitive paper awards, prestigious fellowships, and service as a journal reviewer, and has maintained active membership in major scientific societies in cancer research, applied biological chemistry, and medical crop science.

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Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Editorial Board Member

Modupe Stella Ayilara | North-West University | South Africa

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara is a distinguished researcher and academic in the field of microbiology and biological sciences, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Extraordinary Senior Lecturer in the Food Security and Safety Research Area at North-West University, South Africa, and as a Course Tutor at the University of the People, United States. She holds advanced degrees in Biology and Microbiology, complemented by extensive research and leadership experience across academic and industrial environments. Her professional background includes significant contributions as a Senior Research Officer at the Environmental Pollution Science and Technology (ENPOST) Nigeria and as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Energy Research and Development, Obafemi Awolowo University, where she has engaged in projects focused on microbial diversity, antimicrobial potentials of tropical plants, nitrogen fixation, biofertilizer formulation, sustainable bioenergy, and environmental safety. Dr. Ayilara’s research excellence is reflected in her numerous publications and citations, as well as her recognition among the top two percent of scientists globally by Elsevier and Stanford University. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing sustainable solutions in food security, environmental microbiology, and bioresource management, mentoring students and contributing to science policy development. Her outstanding achievements, academic leadership, and dedication to impactful, interdisciplinary research make her a deserving candidate for distinguished recognition and future advancement in scientific innovation and global sustainability.

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Featured Publications

1. Ayilara, M. S., Olanrewaju, O. S., Babalola, O. O., & Odeyemi, O. (2020). Waste management through composting: Challenges and potentials. Sustainability, 12(11), 4456.

2. Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Akinola, S. A., Fayose, C. A., Adeyemi, U. T., et al. (2023). Biopesticides as a promising alternative to synthetic pesticides: A case for microbial pesticides, phytopesticides, and nanobiopesticides. Frontiers in Microbiology, 14, 1040901.

3. Ayilara, M. S., & Babalola, O. O. (2023). Bioremediation of environmental wastes: The role of microorganisms. Frontiers in Agronomy, 5, 1183691.

4. Adeleke, B. S., Ayilara, M. S., Akinola, S. A., & Babalola, O. O. (2022). Biocontrol mechanisms of endophytic fungi. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control, 32(1), 46.

5. Akanmu, A. O., Babalola, O. O., Venturi, V., Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Amoo, A. E., et al. (2021). Plant disease management: Leveraging on the plant-microbe-soil interface in the biorational use of organic amendments. Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, 700507.

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara’s research advances sustainable solutions in environmental microbiology, food security, and waste management through innovative microbial applications. Her work bridges science and society by promoting eco-friendly biotechnological approaches that enhance agricultural productivity, environmental safety, and global sustainability.

Mahmoud Sitohy | Biochemical Modification and Bioactivity | Best Research Article Award

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Prof. Mahmoud Sitohy | Biochemical Modification and Bioactivity | Best Research Article Award

Professor Emeritus | Zagazig University | Egypt

Professor Mahmoud Zaky Sitohy is a distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biochemistry at the Faculty of Agriculture, Zagazig University, Egypt, and Director of the Technology, Innovation and Commercialisation Office. He holds advanced degrees in Biochemistry and has dedicated over five decades to research, teaching, and leadership in agricultural and biochemical sciences. His extensive professional experience includes managing international and national research and education projects, serving as Head of the Biochemistry Department, Director of the Central Laboratory, and Executive Manager of the University Project Management Unit. A prolific scholar, he has authored more than one hundred forty international publications indexed in Scopus, with thousands of citations and a high h-index, reflecting his lasting impact on scientific research. His studies have pioneered advances in protein modification, antibacterial and antiviral bioactive compounds, and applications of biochemistry in food preservation and plant resilience. Professor Sitohy has served as Editor-in-Chief of the Zagazig Journal of Agricultural Research, peer reviewer for numerous international journals, and expert evaluator for the European Commission and national higher education quality projects. He is also certified as an ISO9001 Lead Auditor and recognized as a national and international expert in the Bologna and ECTS systems. His academic excellence has been honored with awards for outstanding applied research and contributions to basic sciences, affirming his leadership, innovation, and enduring influence in the advancement of biochemistry and agricultural biotechnology.

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Featured Publications

1. Hashish, E., Merwad, A., Elgaml, S., Amer, A., Kamal, H., Elsadek, A., Marei, A., & Sitohy, M. Z. (2018). Mycobacterium marinum infection in fish and man: Epidemiology, pathophysiology and management; a review. Veterinary Quarterly, 38(1), 35–46.

2. El-Saadony, M. T., Yang, T., Korma, S. A., Sitohy, M., Abd El-Mageed, T. A., Selim, S., … (2023). Impacts of turmeric and its principal bioactive curcumin on human health: Pharmaceutical, medicinal, and food applications: A comprehensive review. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9, 1040259.

3. Sitohy, M. Z., Mahgoub, S. A., & Osman, A. O. (2012). In vitro and in situ antimicrobial action and mechanism of glycinin and its basic subunit. International Journal of Food Microbiology, 154(1–2), 19–29.

4. Hamad, E. M., Taha, S. H., Abou Dawood, A. G. I., Sitohy, M. Z., & Abdel-Hamid, M. (2011). Protective effect of whey proteins against nonalcoholic fatty liver in rats. Lipids in Health and Disease, 10(1), 57.

5. Chobert, J. M., Sitohy, M. Z., & Whitaker, J. R. (1988). Solubility and emulsifying properties of caseins modified enzymatically by Staphylococcus aureus V8 protease. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 36(1), 220–224.

Professor Mahmoud Zaky Sitohy’s pioneering research in biochemistry and agricultural biotechnology has advanced sustainable food systems and human health through innovative applications of bioactive proteins and natural compounds. His work bridges scientific discovery with real-world impact, driving progress in food security, environmental resilience, and global innovation.

Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara | Microbial Biotechnology | Young Researcher Award

Modupe Stella Ayilara | North-West University | South Africa

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara is a distinguished researcher and academic in the field of microbiology and biological sciences, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Extraordinary Senior Lecturer in the Food Security and Safety Research Area at North-West University, South Africa, and as a Course Tutor at the University of the People, United States. She holds advanced degrees in Biology and Microbiology, complemented by extensive research and leadership experience across academic and industrial environments. Her professional background includes significant contributions as a Senior Research Officer at the Environmental Pollution Science and Technology (ENPOST) Nigeria and as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Energy Research and Development, Obafemi Awolowo University, where she has engaged in projects focused on microbial diversity, antimicrobial potentials of tropical plants, nitrogen fixation, biofertilizer formulation, sustainable bioenergy, and environmental safety. Dr. Ayilara’s research excellence is reflected in her numerous publications and citations, as well as her recognition among the top two percent of scientists globally by Elsevier and Stanford University. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing sustainable solutions in food security, environmental microbiology, and bioresource management, mentoring students and contributing to science policy development. Her outstanding achievements, academic leadership, and dedication to impactful, interdisciplinary research make her a deserving candidate for distinguished recognition and future advancement in scientific innovation and global sustainability.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Ayilara, M. S., Olanrewaju, O. S., Babalola, O. O., & Odeyemi, O. (2020). Waste management through composting: Challenges and potentials. Sustainability, 12(11), 4456.

2. Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Akinola, S. A., Fayose, C. A., Adeyemi, U. T., et al. (2023). Biopesticides as a promising alternative to synthetic pesticides: A case for microbial pesticides, phytopesticides, and nanobiopesticides. Frontiers in Microbiology, 14, 1040901.

3. Ayilara, M. S., & Babalola, O. O. (2023). Bioremediation of environmental wastes: The role of microorganisms. Frontiers in Agronomy, 5, 1183691.

4. Adeleke, B. S., Ayilara, M. S., Akinola, S. A., & Babalola, O. O. (2022). Biocontrol mechanisms of endophytic fungi. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control, 32(1), 46.

5. Akanmu, A. O., Babalola, O. O., Venturi, V., Ayilara, M. S., Adeleke, B. S., Amoo, A. E., et al. (2021). Plant disease management: Leveraging on the plant-microbe-soil interface in the biorational use of organic amendments. Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, 700507.

Dr. Modupe Stella Ayilara’s research advances sustainable solutions in environmental microbiology, food security, and waste management through innovative microbial applications. Her work bridges science and society by promoting eco-friendly biotechnological approaches that enhance agricultural productivity, environmental safety, and global sustainability.

Sharadamma Narayanaswamy | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sharadamma Narayanaswamy | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at REVA University | India

Dr. Sharadamma Narayanaswamy is an accomplished researcher and academician with extensive expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology. Her career spans significant contributions in enzyme studies, microbial research, and the biochemical characterization of nucleoid-associated proteins in Mycobacterium tuberculosis. With strong experience in advanced techniques such as protein purification, cloning, expression, site-directed mutagenesis, and immunological assays, she has established herself as a skilled experimentalist and mentor. She has guided numerous postgraduate students, successfully completed funded projects, and actively engaged in developing innovative research initiatives with societal and scientific relevance. Her teaching experience across leading institutions has enriched her ability to integrate research with pedagogy, inspiring students to pursue scientific inquiry. Recognized with awards such as Best Researcher, she has consistently demonstrated excellence and dedication to her field. Her commitment to research, teaching, and mentorship highlights her as a valuable contributor to advancing knowledge in biochemistry.

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Education

Dr. Sharadamma Narayanaswamy has pursued a strong academic foundation in the field of biochemistry and allied sciences. She earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Bangalore University, where she worked extensively on enzyme studies and microbial research. She also holds a Post-Doctoral Research Associate fellowship from the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, where she gained advanced training in molecular biology and protein chemistry. Her academic qualifications further include an M.Sc. in Biochemistry, B.Ed., and successful completion of SLET/NET, which reflect her comprehensive preparation for both teaching and research. Through her academic journey, she developed a strong expertise in enzymology, protein chemistry, and microbial biochemistry. Her advanced education and specialized training in cutting-edge techniques have enabled her to establish a career combining research, teaching, and mentoring. These academic achievements laid the groundwork for her impactful contributions in higher education and scientific research.

Experience

Dr. Sharadamma Narayanaswamy has over two decades of teaching and research experience across reputed institutions. She has served as a guest faculty, assistant professor, and now as an associate professor in the Department of Biochemistry at REVA University. In these roles, she has handled diverse subjects including biomolecules, clinical biochemistry, molecular biology, recombinant DNA technology, and endocrinology, while mentoring postgraduate students in research projects. Her career has also involved guiding seminars, practical training, and organizing academic activities, which demonstrate her ability to integrate classroom teaching with applied scientific skills. In addition to her teaching, she has actively contributed as a research mentor by supervising funded projects and student research initiatives. Her rich professional experience reflects a balance of pedagogy, research, and leadership, enabling her to influence both academic learning and scientific advancement. She continues to be a committed educator and researcher, shaping future scientists.

Research Focus

Dr. Sharadamma Narayanaswamy’s research interests lie at the intersection of biochemistry, enzymology, and molecular biology, with a focus on protein characterization and microbial biochemistry. Her early research included purification and kinetic studies of enzymes such as β-amylase, followed by doctoral work on tannin-degrading enzymes from soil microorganisms. As a postdoctoral researcher, she advanced to studying nucleoid-associated proteins from Mycobacterium tuberculosis, exploring their roles in DNA interactions and cellular regulation. She has developed expertise in molecular cloning, protein purification, EMSA, mutagenesis, and advanced biochemical assays. More recently, her work has expanded into applied research addressing challenges such as pest management using biochemical approaches. She has successfully completed institutional and externally funded projects, emphasizing both fundamental and applied dimensions of science. Her research reflects a deep commitment to solving scientific problems with societal impact, while contributing to the broader understanding of biochemical mechanisms and microbial systems.

Award and Honor

Dr. Sharadamma Narayanaswamy has been recognized for her significant contributions to research and education through several awards and honors. She received the Research Associate fellowship from the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, which allowed her to undertake advanced postdoctoral work at the Indian Institute of Science. She has been honored with the Best Student Research Project Award by InSc and multiple recognitions for guiding innovative postgraduate research, including the Best M.Sc. Student Project under government-funded programs. Notably, she was awarded the Best Researcher Award at REVA University, acknowledging her sustained excellence in research and mentorship. These achievements reflect her ability to contribute to both academic and applied research while nurturing young scientists. Her recognition at institutional, state, and national levels highlights her reputation as a dedicated researcher and teacher. The awards stand as a testament to her hard work, innovation, and lasting impact in the field of biochemistry.

Publication Top Notes

  • Title: Biochemical profiling of plant latex Euphorbia hirta and Croton bonplandianum: Unveiling the nuclease and protease activity

  • Authors: Sharadamma Narayanaswamy, Nagesh Babu Rangappa, B M Chaithanya Rai, Likhitha J, Debasree Basu Mukherjee

  • Year: 2025

Conclusion

The publication “Biochemical profiling of plant latex Euphorbia hirta and Croton bonplandianum: Unveiling the nuclease and protease activity” highlights the potential of plant latex as a natural source of bioactive enzymes with significant biochemical applications. By uncovering nuclease and protease activities, this research contributes to the growing body of evidence supporting the therapeutic and industrial relevance of plant-derived biomolecules. Though still in the early stages of citation and recognition, the study demonstrates innovation and provides a foundation for future exploration into medicinal plant biochemistry. It reflects the authors’ commitment to advancing knowledge in enzyme research and opens new avenues for biotechnological and pharmaceutical applications.