Manisha Bansal | Medicinal Research | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Manisha Bansal | Medicinal Research | Best Researcher Award

Punjabi University Patiala | India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Manisha Bansal serves as Assistant Professor (Stage III) in the Department of Chemistry, Punjabi University, Patiala, India. She holds a Ph.D. in Synthetic and Medicinal Chemistry with a thesis on antihypertensive agents and has over 17 years of teaching and 15 years of research experience. Her expertise lies in synthetic organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and photochemistry, with extensive work in drug design, molecular modeling, and bioactive compound synthesis. Assist. Prof. Dr. Manisha Bansal has published 20 research papers, accumulating 92 citations and an h-index of 6, with publications in reputed journals like Molecular Diversity, Bioorganic Chemistry, and Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics. She has guided multiple M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars, presented at numerous national and international conferences, and contributed as a reviewer for leading journals. Her current research explores multi-targeted drug design against inflammatory, microbial, and cancer pathways.

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Featured Publications

1. Jain, R., & Bansal, M. (1995). A fascile synthesis and central nervous system activities of fluorine containing spiro-[3H-indole-3, 4′(4H)-pyran]-2 (1H)-ones. Pharmazie, 50(3), 224–225. (Cited by 18)

2. Kaur, G., Kaur, M., Sharad, L., & Bansal, M. (2020). Theoretical molecular predictions and antimicrobial activities of newly synthesized molecular hybrids of norfloxacin and ciprofloxacin. Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, 57(1), 225–237. (Cited by 13)

3. Bansal, M., & Kaur, R. (2015). Electromeric effect of substitution at 6th position in 2-(Furan-2-yl)-3-hydroxy-4H-chromen-4-one (FHC) on the absorption and emission spectra. Journal of Chemical Sciences, 127(3), 405–412. (Cited by 13)

4. Kaur, M., Rehman, H. M., Kaur, G., Kaur, A., & Bansal, M. (2023). Switching of newly synthesized linker-based derivatives of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs toward anti-inflammatory and anticancer activity. Bioorganic Chemistry, 133, 106406. (Cited by 12)

5. Kaur, G., Kaur, M., & Bansal, M. (2021). New insights of structural activity relationship of curcumin and correlating their efficacy in anticancer studies with some other similar molecules. American Journal of Cancer Research, 11(8), 3755–3769. (Cited by 9)

 

William Trogler | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. William Trogler | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Prof. William Trogler, University of California San Diego, United States

Prof. William C. Trogler is Professor Emeritus of Chemistry and Biochemistry at UCSD. 🎓 He earned B.A. and M.A. degrees from Johns Hopkins University (1974) and a Ph.D. from Caltech. 🧪 His research spans inorganic chemistry, photochemistry, catalysis, and environmental science, with recent work on luminescent sensors, vapor detectors, and nanoparticles. 🔬 He has authored 200+ papers, 15 patents, and two books. 💡 A mentor to 35+ Ph.D. students, he’s also served on national advisory boards for explosives detection. 🎖 Honors include AAAS Fellow, Sloan Fellowship, and Phi Beta Kappa. 📚 He taught from intro chemistry to advanced kinetics.

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🎓 Educational Background

Prof. William C. Trogler is a distinguished chemist with an impressive academic journey. 🎓 He earned both his B.A. and M.A. degrees in Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University in 1974, followed by a Ph.D. from Caltech. 🧪 His academic career began at Northwestern University in 1977 before he joined the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) in 1983. 🏫 He also demonstrated leadership by serving as interim associate chancellor at UCSD from 2004 to 2005. 📊 His path reflects not only scholarly excellence but also strong administrative capabilities, contributing significantly to both research and academic governance.

🏅 Honors & Recognition

Prof. William C. Trogler has received numerous prestigious honors throughout his career. 🏆 He was awarded the Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship, the du Pont Young Faculty Fellowship, and the Rohm and Haas Faculty Fellowship, recognizing his early promise and impactful contributions. 🌟 He is also a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), a testament to his excellence in scientific research. 🧠 His leadership extends to national service, having served on NRC committees and science advisory boards, influencing research directions in explosives detection and science policy at the national level.

🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Trogler’s research spans diverse areas of inorganic and materials chemistry, with strong emphasis on explosives detection 💣 using luminescent polymers, nanoparticle-based biomedical sensors 🧫, and chemiresistive gas sensors 🌫️. He is renowned for pioneering work on photoluminescent polymer sensing, surface functionalization of nanoparticles 🧪, and environmental chemistry 🌍. His studies on chemical warfare agents ☣️, nitrous oxide emissions 🧭, and organometallic reaction mechanisms ⚗️ have had wide-reaching scientific and societal impact. With highly cited work and interdisciplinary collaboration, his research bridges chemistry, nanotechnology, and public safety

Publication Top Notes

📘 Polymer sensors for nitroaromatic explosives detection – Cited by: 1159 (📅 2006)
📘 Detection of nitroaromatic explosives based on photoluminescent polymers containing metalloles – Cited by: 787 (📅 2003)
📘 Synthesis and surface functionalization of silica nanoparticles for nanomedicine – Cited by: 635 (📅 2014)
📘 Detection of fluorophosphonate chemical warfare agents by catalytic hydrolysis – Cited by: 407 (📅 2000)
📘 Nylon production: an unknown source of atmospheric nitrous oxide – Cited by: 403 (📅 1991)
📘 Luminescent silole nanoparticles as chemoselective sensors for Cr (VI) – Cited by: 384 (📅 2005)
📘 Detection of TNT and picric acid on surfaces and in seawater using polysiloles – Cited by: 375 (📅 2001)
📘 Explosives sensing with silole- and silafluorene-based polymers – Cited by: 333 (📅 2007)
📘 Comparative gas sensing with phthalocyanine chemiresistors – Cited by: 323 (📅 2009)
📘 Gas sensing mechanism in cobalt and metal-free phthalocyanine films – Cited by: 265 (📅 2007)
📘 Detection of nitrobenzene, DNT, and TNT via porous silicon photoluminescence – Cited by: 247 (📅 2000)
📘 Blue-emitting silafluorene–fluorene polymers for explosives detection – Cited by: 239 (📅 2008)
📘 Properties and formation mechanisms of nitrous oxide – Cited by: 223 (📅 1999)

Xaio-Lian Zhang | Immunology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Xaio-Lian Zhang | Immunology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Xaio-Lian Zhang at Wuhan University, China

Dr. Xiao-Lian Zhang 🎓 is the Hongyi and Luojia Distinguished Professor and Chair of Immunology at Wuhan University 🧬. A leading expert in infection, glyco-immunity, and vaccine development 💉, she focuses on immune evasion by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Hepatitis C/B viruses 🦠. With a PhD from HKUST and postdoc at the University of Maryland , she has published 190+ papers in top journals 📚 and holds 46 patents 🧪. A recipient of China’s Outstanding Young Scientist Fund 🌟, her innovative research in intracellular pathogens and glycan-targeted therapies has been globally recognized and ranked in the top 2% by Faculty of 1000 🌍.

Publication Profile📚

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Academic Background🎓

Dr. Xiao-Lian Zhang 🎓 earned her PhD in Biochemistry from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (1993–1997) and completed her postdoctoral training at the University of Maryland, USA  (1997–2001). She is currently the Hongyi and Luojia Distinguished Professor and Chair of Immunology at Wuhan University 🧬. Her research focuses on infection, glyco-immunity, and vaccine development 💉, especially against Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Hepatitis B/C viruses 🦠. With over 190 publications 📚, 46 patents 🧪, and numerous national awards 🌟, her work ranks in the top 2% globally 🌍 for its impact and innovation.

Professional background💼

Dr. Xiao-Lian Zhang 💼 is a Hongyi and Luojia Distinguished Professor at Wuhan University and serves as the Chair of the Immunology Department 🧬. She also leads the Hubei Provincial Key Laboratory of Allergic and Immune-related Diseases 🔬. Her research expertise includes infection, glyco-immunity, immune evasion, and vaccine development 💉, particularly targeting Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Hepatitis B/C viruses 🦠. She has led major national programs such as the 973 Program and received the National Outstanding Young Scientist Fund 🌟. With over 190 top-tier publications 📚 and 46 granted patents 🧪, she is recognized globally 🌍 for scientific excellence.

Awards and Honors🏅

Dr. Xiao-Lian Zhang 🏅 has received numerous prestigious awards for her outstanding contributions to biomedical research 🌟. She is a recipient of the National Outstanding Young Scientist Fund 🧬 and was selected for China’s “New Century” National Talent Program . As a Hongyi and Luojia Distinguished Professor, she also leads national-level research projects including the 973 Program and Major Infectious Disease Initiatives 🧪. Her innovative work in infection and glyco-immunity has earned over 190 publications 📚 and global recognition, ranking her among the top 2% of scientists worldwide 🌍 according to Faculty of 1000 🏆.

Research Focus🔬

Dr. Xiao-Lian Zhang 🔬 is a leading researcher in infection and immunity, with a special focus on intracellular pathogens like Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Hepatitis B/C viruses 🦠. Her groundbreaking work explores glyco-immunity, immune evasion mechanisms, and the development of glycan-targeted vaccines, drugs, and diagnostics 💉🧪. She has pioneered novel approaches in immunotherapy and molecular diagnostics, enhancing both understanding and treatment of infectious diseases 🧬. Her research has been published in prestigious journals 📚 and frequently cited in leading reviews, earning her recognition among the top 2% of global scientists 🌍 for impactful, innovative scientific contributions.

Publication Top Notes🌟

🔬 Mycobacterial EST12 activates a RACK1-NLRP3-gasdermin D pyroptosis-IL-1β immune pathway
Year: 2020 | Published in: Science Advances

🧬 Binding of cellular nucleolin with the viral core RNA G-quadruplex structure suppresses HCV replication
Year: 2019 | Published in: Nucleic Acids Research

🧪 Detection of circulating Mycobacterium tuberculosis specific DNA by droplet digital PCR for vaccine evaluation
Year: 2018 | Published in: Emerging Microbes & Infections

💉 A Single ssDNA Aptamer Binding to Mannose-Capped Lipoarabinomannan Enhances Immunoprotection against TB
Year: 2016 | Published in: JACS

🧫 Knockdown of Mgat5 Inhibits Breast Cancer Cell Growth with Activation of CD4⁺ T Cells and Macrophages
Year: 2015 | Published in: Journal of Immunology

🧬 Aptamer against mannose-capped lipoarabinomannan inhibits Mycobacterium tuberculosis in mice and monkeys
Year: 2014 | Published in: Molecular Therapy

🧪 CFP10 and ESAT6 aptamers as effective Mycobacterial antigen diagnostic reagents
Year: 2014 | Published in: Journal of Infection

🧬 Ficolin-2 inhibits HCV infection, Apolipoprotein E3 mediates viral immune escape
Year: 2014 | Published in: Journal of Immunology

Conclusion

Professor Xiao-Lian Zhang is a globally recognized leader in infection biology, immunology, and vaccine research 🧬🦠. With a PhD from HKUST and postdoctoral training at the University of Maryland , she currently holds prestigious positions as Hongyi and Luojia Distinguished Professor and Chair of Immunology at Wuhan University 💼. Her research on glyco-immunity, intracellular pathogens like Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Hepatitis B/C viruses, and glycan-targeted therapies has led to 190+ high-impact publications 📚 and 46 granted patents 🧪. Widely cited and ranked in the top 2% globally 🌍, she has secured major national grants and made transformative contributions to science, making her a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award 🏆.