Jiansheng Huang | Clinical microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jiansheng Huang | Clinical microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jiansheng Huang, Department of clinical laboratory, The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, China

Dr. Jiansheng Huang is the Chief Technologist and Director of the Clinical Laboratory at Lishui Central Hospital. 🎓 He earned his PhD from Fudan University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Zhejiang University. As a Master’s Supervisor at Wenzhou Medical University, he mentors future researchers. 🧪 He has led 8 research projects funded by NSFC and provincial foundations, published 36 peer-reviewed papers 📚 (17 SCI), and holds 3 national patents 🧬. His accolades include the High-Level Health Talent of Zhejiang 🌟 and Zhijiang Outstanding Young Scholar Award. He also serves on the editorial board of Laboratory Medicine and Clinical Practice

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🎓 Education & Training

Dr. Jiansheng Huang has a distinguished academic background that underpins his expertise in clinical diagnostics and laboratory medicine. 🧠 He earned his PhD from Fudan University, one of China’s top research institutions, where he gained in-depth knowledge in biomedical sciences. Following this, he pursued a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Zhejiang University, further refining his research skills and expanding his contributions to the medical field. 🧬 His rigorous academic training has laid a strong foundation for his leadership in clinical research and innovation. 📘 These credentials position Dr. Huang as a highly qualified expert in experimental diagnostics.

🏥 Professional Experience

Dr. Jiansheng Huang serves as the Director of the Department of Clinical Laboratory at Lishui Central Hospital, where he leads clinical testing services, ensures quality control, and drives research innovation. 🧪 He plays a pivotal role in developing Lishui’s Key Discipline in Experimental Diagnostics and manages a team of skilled laboratory scientists and technicians. 👨‍🔬 As a Master’s Supervisor at the Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, he mentors graduate students in biomedical research. 🎓 Additionally, he contributes to scientific literature as a Young Editorial Board Member of Laboratory Medicine and Clinical Practice, supporting peer review and editorial decisions.

🏆 Honors & Awards

Dr. Jiansheng Huang has received multiple prestigious honors in recognition of his exceptional contributions to medical science and clinical research. 🌟 He was named a High-Level Health Talent of Zhejiang Province, highlighting his influence in advancing healthcare quality and innovation. 🏥 His dedication to research and leadership earned him a place among the Top Ten Outstanding Youths of Lishui, celebrating his impact on the local medical community. 🧬 Additionally, he was awarded the Zhijiang Outstanding Young Scholar Award, a testament to his academic excellence and promise as a leading researcher in the field of laboratory medicine.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Jiansheng Huang’s research centers on the intersection of clinical hepatology and immunology, with a focus on vaccine safety and efficacy in patients with chronic liver diseases. 🦠 His study, published in Hepatology International, examines the safety and immunogenicity of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines in Chinese patients with cirrhosis, highlighting his interest in infectious disease response in vulnerable populations. 💉 His work bridges public health, virology, and liver pathology, offering critical insights into COVID-19 vaccination strategies for immunocompromised patients. 🧫 This positions Dr. Huang within the clinical translational medicine and liver immunology research categories.

Publication Top Notes

📄 “Safety and immunogenicity of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines in Chinese patients with cirrhosis” – Hepatology International, 2022 | 🧬 Cited by: 1 | 🔗 DOI: 10.1007/s12072-022-10332-9 📚

 

Xuemeng Ji | Food Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xuemeng Ji | Food Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Research Technician at Nankai University, China

Mr. Xuemeng Ji is an accomplished research technician at the School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China 🇨🇳. With a strong academic foundation in bioengineering and pathogenic microbiology, he holds an M.Sc. from Zhejiang University and a B.Eng. from Jiangnan University 🎓. Ji specializes in microbial stress tolerance, proteomics, and translational microbiology. He has co-authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications 📚 and contributed to more than 10 patents, several as the first inventor 🧪. His research focuses on foodborne pathogens and probiotic systems. Ji’s dedication and technical expertise make him a leading figure in biomedical research. 🏅

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🎓 Education Background

Mr. Xuemeng Ji holds a Master of Science in Pathogenic Biology from Zhejiang University, China (2015–2018) 🧫, where he was honored with the prestigious National Graduate Scholarship 🏅 and recognized as an Outstanding Graduate of Zhejiang Province 🌟. Prior to that, he earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Bioengineering from Jiangnan University, China (2011–2015) 🧬. His academic journey laid a solid foundation for his expertise in microbiology and biotechnology, combining rigorous scientific training with honors that reflect both academic excellence and research potential. 🎖️

🧪 Professional Experience

Since July 2018, Mr. Xuemeng Ji has served as a Research Technician at the School of Medicine, Nankai University 🔬. He has led or supported over 15 high-impact microbiological research projects, showcasing his expertise in proteomics, gene knockout, bacterial stress assays, and plasmid curing 🧬. His contributions include co-authoring more than 40 peer-reviewed journal articles in renowned publications such as AEM, JAFC, and Food Microbiology 📚. He has also played a key role in over 10 patent applications, several as the first inventor 🧾, and has mentored numerous student researchers and visiting scholars 👨‍🏫

🏆 Honors and Awards 🎓

Mr. Xuemeng Ji has been recognized for his academic excellence and research contributions through several prestigious honors 🥇. In 2017, he was awarded the National Graduate Scholarship by the Ministry of Education, China, acknowledging his outstanding academic performance 📖. The following year, he was named an Outstanding Graduate of Zhejiang Province 🌟, reflecting his distinction among peers. Additionally, during his postgraduate studies, he was honored as a “Three Good Student” at Zhejiang University in 2017 🏅, celebrating his well-rounded achievements in academic performance, moral conduct, and physical well-being. These accolades underscore his dedication and scholarly merit

🔬 Research Expertise 🧪

Mr. Xuemeng Ji possesses extensive expertise in microbial stress tolerance, particularly focusing on desiccation, oxidative, acid, and heat resistance mechanisms in Cronobacter sakazakii, Staphylococcus aureus, and Bifidobacterium spp. 🌡️🦠. His skills span proteomics and metabolomics, including LC-MS/MS analysis and functional data interpretation 💻🔍. He is highly proficient in molecular microbiology techniques such as gene knockout, plasmid curing, random mutagenesis, and two-component system analysis 🧬. Additionally, his work includes designing translational research tools like immunoassays, paper-based microfluidics, wearable biosensors, and advanced probiotic culture systems ⚙️📊—demonstrating a strong commitment to bridging basic science with applied biomedical innovations.

🧫 Research Focus

Mr. Xuemeng Ji’s research primarily focuses on microbial pathogenesis, stress tolerance, and foodborne pathogens, especially Cronobacter sakazakii 🦠. His work explores bacterial survival under harsh conditions like desiccation, oxidation, and heat stress 🌡️, using advanced proteomics, gene deletions, and metabolomics 🔬. He has contributed significantly to identifying core stress-resistance proteins and metabolic pathways disrupted by genetic mutations 🧬. Additionally, he has developed innovative detection systems, including nano-luciferase-based biosensors for in vivo pathogen tracking 🧪✨. His research spans applied microbiology, probiotic development, and immune modulation—bridging food safety, translational science, and host-pathogen interaction.

Conclusion

Xuemeng Ji is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her extensive research contributions, technical expertise, patent innovations, and commitment to academic excellence make her exceptionally well-qualified. Her profile exemplifies what this award seeks to honor: impactful, innovative, and sustained research achievement.

Publication Top Notes

  • Hydrophilic Guardians: Putative Core Proteins Unaltered by 22 Gene Deletions Mediate Desiccation Resistance in Cronobacter sakazakii – Food Microbiology, 2025, DOI: 10.1016/j.fm.2025.104814 🔬

  • RecA Deletion Disrupts Protein Homeostasis, Leading to Deamidation, Oxidation, and Impaired Glycolysis in Cronobacter sakazakii – Applied and Environmental Microbiology, 2025, DOI: 10.1128/aem.01971-24 🔬

  • Maltodextrin-binding Protein as a Key Factor in Cronobacter sakazakii Survival Under Desiccation Stress – Food Research International, 2024, DOI: 10.1016/j.foodres.2023.113871 🍽️

  • Impact of DnaK on Protein Expression and Deamidation Modification in Cronobacter sakazakii: Insights from Proteomic Analysis – Microbiology Resource Announcements, 2023, DOI: 10.1128/MRA.00516-23 🔬

  • (-)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) Modulates Polarized Macrophages to Suppress M1 Phenotype and Promote M2 Polarization In Vitro and In Vivo – Journal of Functional Foods, 2021 🍵

  • A Novel Universal Nano-luciferase-involved Reporter System for Long-term Probing Food-borne Probiotics and Pathogenic Bacteria in Mice by In Situ Bioluminescence Imaging – RSC Advances, 2020, DOI: 10.1039/d0ra01283a 🔬

 

Mulat Erkihun | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Mulat Erkihun | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mulat Erkihun, Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia

Mr. Mulat Erkihun Agaje is a passionate lecturer and clinical microbiologist at Debre Tabor University, Ethiopia. With extensive experience in teaching, research, and diagnostics, he also serves at Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. Previously, he contributed significantly as a clinical microbiologist and laboratory technologist at Felege Hiwot Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. His expertise spans infectious disease microbiology, laboratory quality assurance, and academic curriculum development. He is deeply committed to enhancing medical education, public health diagnostics, and antimicrobial resistance research. Mr. Mulat is also actively engaged in community service and has served on university committees focused on quality assurance and curriculum review. 🧫📘👨‍⚕️

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🎓 Education

Mr. Mulat holds a Master of Science in Medical Microbiology from Bahir Dar University (2019), graduating with “Very Great Distinction.” His curriculum included advanced bacteriology, virology, immunology, molecular techniques, and clinical microbiology. His thesis focused on Helicobacter pylori and antimicrobial resistance. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from Haramaya University (2016), also with “Very Great Distinction.” His undergraduate program covered diagnostic microbiology, parasitology, hematology, pathology, genetics, molecular biology, and biostatistics, incorporating research and community training. Both degrees were taught in English and emphasized practical, clinical, and research-based learning. 🎓🧪📊

🧪 Experience

Mr. Mulat has been a lecturer at Debre Tabor University since March 2022, teaching medical microbiology, supervising assessments, conducting research, and offering clinical services. From 2020 to 2022, he worked as a clinical microbiologist at Felege Hiwot Hospital, managing SOPs, inter-institutional collaborations, and antimicrobial testing. Between 2016 and 2020, he served as a medical laboratory technologist at the same hospital, performing microbiological diagnostics, microscopy, chemical analyses, and sterilization procedures. His work integrates laboratory proficiency with community engagement and academic mentorship. His commitment to diagnostic excellence and quality assurance highlights his leadership in medical microbiology. 🧬🧑‍🏫🔍

🏆 Awards and Honors

Mr. Mulat was awarded “Very Great Distinction” for both his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees, recognizing his academic excellence. He received recognition from Bahir Dar University for his outstanding research thesis on Helicobacter pylori resistance. In 2024, he successfully secured and completed a research grant from Debre Tabor University on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies in clinical laboratory services. His contributions to committee work in curriculum review, quality assurance, and problem-based learning at Debre Tabor University have earned institutional appreciation. His dedication to clinical service and academic contribution continues to distinguish his professional journey. 🏅📜🧑‍🔬

🔍 Research Focus

Mr. Mulat’s research centers on microbial pathogens causing infectious diseases and their mechanisms of pathogenesis. His focus includes antimicrobial resistance (AMR), vaccine development, microbial genetics, and molecular diagnostics. He is particularly interested in applying nanomaterials in medical microbiology, especially concerning AMR. His expertise includes clinical bacteriology, molecular techniques like PCR, and infection control strategies. His research also explores laboratory quality improvement using methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma. Through interdisciplinary approaches, he aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy, reduce healthcare-associated infections, and combat global health challenges posed by resistant microorganisms. 🦠🧬💉

Publication Top Notes

  • 📘 Medical scope of biofilm and quorum sensing during biofilm formation: Systematic review – 11 citations, 2024

  • 🧬 Recent application of DNA microarray techniques to diagnose infectious disease – 9 citations, 2023

  • 🚽 Catheter-associated urinary tract infections in Africa: systematic review and meta-analysis – 7 citations, 2024

  • 🧫 Current Updates on Variants of SARS‐CoV‐2: Systematic Review – 6 citations, 2024

  • 🧍 Tuberculosis treatment outcome and associated factors… in Ethiopia – 4 citations, 2023

  • 🧪 Antimicrobial‐Resistance Profile of Helicobacter pylori… in Bahir Dar – 3 citations, 2023

  • 💊 Antimicrobial resistance and ESBL production in uropathogenic E. coli… in Ethiopia – 2 citations, 2024

  • 🧾 Common bacterial isolates and antibiotic susceptibility… at Felege Hiwot Hospital – 2 citations, 2023

  • 🧴 The role of extracorporeal photopheresis in graft versus host disease – 1 citation, 2024

  • 🧯 Antimicrobial resistance profile from hospital wastewater in Bahir Dar – 1 citation, 2024