Alexander Bukreyev | Virology | Excellence in Research

Published on 30/04/202530/04/2025 by Academic Awards

Prof. Dr. Alexander Bukreyev | Virology | Excellence in Research

Prof. Dr. Alexander Bukreyev, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, Excellence in Research

Prof. Dr. Alexander Bukreyev is a Distinguished Professor of Virology and Vaccinology at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). He serves in the Departments of Pathology and Microbiology & Immunology and holds senior roles in multiple UTMB research centers, including the Sealy Institute for Vaccine Sciences and the Center for Biodefense. An expert in emerging infectious diseases, he is a Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology. With decades of experience in RNA virus research and BSL-4 pathogen handling, he contributes globally through advisory roles, WHO collaborations, and international vaccine initiatives. 🇺🇸

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🎓 Education

Prof. Bukreyev earned his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology in 1993 from the State Research Center of Virology and Biotechnology “Vector” in Russia, where he completed the full nucleotide sequencing of the Marburg virus genome. He obtained his M.S. in Pharmacy from Pyatigorsk Pharmaceutical Institute in 1984. His postgraduate education includes extensive biosafety, immunology, and virology training at institutions such as NIH and UTMB. His education reflects a lifelong commitment to combating viral diseases and advancing vaccine science through foundational knowledge and specialized high-containment lab training. 🧬📘

💼 Experience

Prof. Bukreyev currently serves as a professor at UTMB and has been affiliated with the university since 2010. Prior to this, he was a Staff Scientist and Research Fellow at the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases from 1995 to 2010, working under Dr. Robert Chanock and Dr. Peter Collins. His early career in Russia included senior research roles at the Vector Institute, where he specialized in RNA viruses and high-level biosafety. Across his career, he has led multiple research teams, mentored fellows, and managed work in BSL-3 and BSL-4 labs. 🧪🔬

🏆 Awards and Honors

Prof. Bukreyev was elected Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology in 2025 and received the UT System STAR Award in 2024. He has convened and co-chaired major international workshops on RNA vaccines and host defense, including for the International Society for Vaccines and the American Society for Virology. He has served on the WHO COVID-19 Animal Model Expert Group and numerous scientific planning committees. His honors reflect global recognition of his leadership in vaccine development, viral immunology, and infectious disease research. 🌍🥇

🔬 Research Focus

Prof. Bukreyev’s research centers on the molecular biology, immunopathology, and vaccinology of emerging RNA viruses, including filoviruses (e.g., Ebola and Marburg), respiratory syncytial virus, and SARS-CoV-2. He develops and evaluates novel vaccine candidates, focusing on live-attenuated and vector-based platforms, and studies viral mechanisms that interfere with host immunity. His lab also explores immune correlates of protection and animal model development. With extensive expertise in BSL-4 pathogens, his work supports global biodefense and pandemic preparedness. 🦠💉

Publication Top Notes

📚 Taxonomy of the order Mononegavirales: update 2016 – 568 citations, 2016
🦠 Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus spike protein expressed by attenuated vaccinia virus protectively immunizes mice – 532 citations, 2004
🧬 2020 taxonomic update for phylum Negarnaviricota… – 398 citations, 2020
📖 Taxonomy of the order Mononegavirales: update 2019 – 380 citations, 2019
🧫 Infection of ciliated cells by human parainfluenza virus type 3… – 372 citations, 2005
🧪 Recombinant respiratory syncytial virus with deleted SH gene… – 337 citations, 1997
🧍‍🦍 Recombinant RSV with deletion of NS2 or SH gene attenuated in chimpanzees – 333 citations, 1999
💉 Mucosal immunisation in African green monkeys using attenuated parainfluenza virus… – 332 citations, 2004
🛡 Structural proteins of SARS-CoV contribute to protective immunity – 314 citations, 2004
🔬 Taxonomy of the order Mononegavirales: update 2017 – 275 citations, 2017

Nithyadevi Duraisamy | Virology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 12/02/202512/02/2025 by Academic Awards

Dr. Nithyadevi Duraisamy | Virology | Best Researcher Award

Research Scientist, Long Island University, United States

Dr. Nithyadevi Duraisamy is a dedicated nano-biomedical scientist with expertise in nanomaterial synthesis, drug delivery systems, and analytical instrumentation. She has over five years of experience in developing novel biopolymer-based drug formulations for targeted therapy. Currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY, she is working on orthopedic knee implantation and drug-molecule interactions. Her previous roles include research fellowships at UCONN Health Center and an Assistant Professor at Erode Builders Educational Trusts, India. Dr. Duraisamy holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Physics-Material Science from Bharathiar University, India. Her work spans nanotechnology, photocatalysis, biomedical applications, and water purification. She has received the UGC Fellowship for Meritorious Students (2013) and the Best Faculty Award (2016).

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🔬 Professional Experience

Dr. Nithyadevi Duraisamy is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Long Island University, leading projects on orthopedic knee implantation using electrospinning and 3D printing. She collaborates on drug interaction studies with Dassault Systems’ Living Heart Model. As a Research Fellow at UCONN Health, she contributed to NIH-funded studies on ionically conducting biopolymers for tissue regeneration. Previously, she was an Assistant Professor and Doctoral Researcher at Bharathiar University, specializing in biopolymer-induced nanoparticles for targeted breast cancer therapy. Her expertise spans photocatalysis, biomaterials, and regenerative medicine, driving advancements in nanomedicine and drug delivery. ⚛️💊🦾

🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Nithyadevi Duraisamy holds a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Physics-Material Science (2015) from Bharathiar University, focusing on biopolymer-induced nanoparticles for cancer therapy. She earned an M.Phil. in Physics (2010) and a PG Diploma in Nanoscience and Technology (2010) from the same university. Her academic journey began with an M.Sc. in Physics (2009) from PSG College of Arts and Science and a B.Sc. in Physics (2007) from Vellalar College for Women. Her education has equipped her with expertise in nanomaterials, biomaterials, and advanced analytical techniques for biomedical applications. ⚛️📚🔬

🏆 Honors & Awards

Dr. Nithyadevi Duraisamy has been recognized for her academic excellence and contributions to research. In 2016, she received the Best Faculty Award for her dedication to teaching and mentoring students. She was also awarded the prestigious University Grants Commission (UGC) Fellowship for Meritorious Students in 2013 by UGC, India, for her outstanding research in nanoscience and material science. These accolades highlight her commitment to innovation, education, and scientific advancements in interdisciplinary physics and biomedical applications. 🌟🎖️🔬

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Nithyadevi Duraisamy’s research spans biomedical materials, nanotechnology, and electrochemical sensing. Her work in bioactive polymers and electrical stimulation strategies contributes to musculoskeletal tissue regeneration 🦴. She has developed electrochemical platforms for detecting dopamine 🧠 and pesticides 🌿 using advanced nanocomposites. Her expertise includes functional biomaterials for spinal repair, metal/metal oxide nanoparticles for antimicrobial applications 🦠, and photocatalytic materials for environmental remediation 🌍. Recently, she has explored machine learning in virology 🦠💻 and graphitic carbon nitride for electrocatalysis ⚡. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates material science, biotechnology, and engineering for healthcare and environmental applications. 🚀

Publication Top Notes

🦴 Bioactive polymeric materials & electrical stimulation for musculoskeletal repair – 152 citations, 2020
🧠 Electrochemical platform using Y₂O₃/BN for dopamine detection – 88 citations, 2021
🌿 ZrP/GO-based nanoarchitecture for fenitrothion detection – 61 citations, 2021
🦴 Functional biomaterials for intervertebral disc regeneration – 53 citations, 2020
⚡ TiO₂-SnO₂ composite nanoparticles for photocatalysis – 19 citations, 2013
🦠 Ag/TiO₂ core-shell nanoparticles for biological applications – 18 citations, 2017
🦠 Bio-surfactant induced Ag–TiO₂ core-shell nanoparticles for microbial inhibition – 15 citations, 2015
🧬 Protein synthesis & characterization – 6 citations, 2020
🦠💻 Machine learning for BCoV epitope mapping – Published 2024
⚡ Graphitic carbon nitride for electrocatalysis – Published 2022
🔩 Composition & optical microstructure of gray cast iron – Published 2013

Hamideh Najafi | Virology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 28/12/202428/12/2024 by Academic Awards

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Najafi | Virology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Najafi, University of Tehran, Iran

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Najafi is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Iran. Her research focuses on viral epidemiology in poultry and fish populations, metagenomics of newly detected viruses, and in-silico studies for effective antiviral compounds. She has also worked on molecular characterization of Newcastle disease virus and foot-and-mouth disease virus. Dr. Najafi holds a PhD in Virology from the University of Tehran, where she studied avian coronaviruses. Her academic background includes a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine and experience at the University Autonoma of Barcelona. 🦠🐔📚

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Professional Experience 🦠👩‍🔬

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Najafi is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, where her research focuses on viral epidemiology in poultry and fish populations, metagenomics, and in-silico studies for antiviral compounds, especially against coronaviruses. Previously, at Shiraz University, she conducted molecular characterization of viruses such as Newcastle disease and foot-and-mouth disease viruses. She also worked on detecting bovine viruses in water buffaloes. During her sabbatical at the University Autonoma of Barcelona, she developed a real-time PCR method to detect avian infectious bronchitis virus. 🐔💉🌍

Education 🎓📚

Dr. Hamideh Najafi earned her PhD in Virology from the University of Tehran (2012-2016), where her thesis focused on the isolation and pathogenicity study of Iranian avian coronaviruses under the supervision of Dr. Arash Ghalyanchilangeroudi. Prior to this, she completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at the same university (2006-2012), researching the molecular prevalence of feline herpesvirus-1 and feline calicivirus in Iran, supervised by Dr. Omid Madadgar. Her academic journey has equipped her with a deep understanding of viral diseases affecting both animals and poultry. 🦠🐱📖

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Hamideh Najafi’s research is centered on veterinary virology with a particular focus on avian and animal viruses. Her work includes the molecular characterization and genotyping of viruses such as Infectious Bronchitis Virus (IBV), Newcastle Disease Virus (NDV), and Foot-and-Mouth Disease Virus (FMDV) in Iran. She investigates viral epidemiology, pathogenicity, and genetic diversity to understand disease transmission in poultry and livestock. Dr. Najafi also conducts metagenomics studies on newly emerging viruses and works on in-silico approaches for antiviral compound discovery. 🐔🐄🦠

Publication Top Notes

Molecular characterization of infectious bronchitis viruses isolated from broiler chicken farms in Iran, 2014-2015 🦠 – Cited by: 67, Year: 2016
Emergence of a virulent genotype VIIi of Newcastle disease virus in Iran 🐔 – Cited by: 55, Year: 2018
Genotyping of Avian infectious bronchitis viruses in Iran (2015–2017) reveals domination of IS-1494 like virus 🦠 – Cited by: 39, Year: 2017
Molecular and clinical study on prevalence of feline herpesvirus type 1 and calicivirus in correlation with feline leukemia and immunodeficiency viruses 🐱 – Cited by: 36, Year: 2014
Seroprevalence and genotyping of avian infectious bronchitis virus detected from Iranian unvaccinated backyard chickens 🐓 – Cited by: 16, Year: 2018
Pathogenicity characteristics of an Iranian variant-2 (IS-1494) like infectious bronchitis virus in experimentally infected SPF chickens 🦠 – Cited by: 15, Year: 2016
The first full genome characterization of an Iranian foot and mouth disease virus 🐄 – Cited by: 11, Year: 2020
The emergence of Q1 genotype of avian infectious bronchitis virus in Iran, 2019: the first report 🦠 – Cited by: 8, Year: 2020
Molecular and Serological Evaluation of Bovine Leukemia Virus in Water Buffaloes of Southern Iran 🐄 – Cited by: 8, Year: 2020
Molecular detection of gamma coronaviruses in bird parks of Iran 🦠 – Cited by: 8, Year: 2019

Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández | Biological Sciences Award | Best Researcher Award

Published on 13/03/202413/03/2024 by Academic Awards

Prof Dr. Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández | Biological Sciences Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández, Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo, Mexico

Dr. Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández is a versatile scientist with expertise spanning from plant physiology to psychotherapy. With a Ph.D. in Plant Sciences from Purdue University, he explored gene regulation in tomatoes. He later delved into psychotherapy, earning a Master’s in Gestalt Therapy. Dr. Tiznado-Hernández’s research intersects at the nexus of nutrition, technology, and psychology, evident in his studies on fruit physiology and diabetes symptoms. A prolific presenter, he shares his findings globally, showcasing his dedication to advancing science. 🌱🔬🧠

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Education and qualifications

Dr. Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández pursued his doctoral studies at Purdue University, Indiana, USA, from August 15, 1993, to May 10, 1999. There, he obtained a Ph.D. in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, delving into the intricate world of plant sciences. His time at Purdue University marked a significant phase in his academic journey, where he focused on understanding the nuances of gene regulation in plants. This period laid the foundation for his subsequent research endeavors and solidified his expertise in horticulture. 🌿📚

Employment

Dr. Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández has been a Professor-Researcher at Centro de Investigación en Alimentación y Desarrollo, A.C. in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. Specializing in Plant-Based Food Technology, he has contributed significantly to the institution’s Coordination of Plant-Based Food Technology. His tenure underscores his dedication to advancing knowledge in food science and development. Dr. Tiznado-Hernández’s ongoing commitment to research and education at CIAD exemplifies his passion for exploring the intersection of food, technology, and nutrition, ensuring a brighter future for agricultural innovation. 🌾🔬🍽️

Research Focus

The article “Changes in the expression of genes encoding xanthophyll acyltransferases during the postharvest ripening of avocado (Persea americana) fruit” was published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture on March 9, 2024. The contributors to this article are Elhadi-M Yahia, Miguel-Angel Hernández-Oñate, Angel-Javier Ojeda-Contreras, Jorge Mercado-Ruiz, Larissa Cordero-Chávez, Eduardo-Antonio Trillo-Hernández, and Martín-Ernesto Tiznado-Hernández. The article focuses on the expression analysis of genes encoding xanthophyll acyltransferases during the postharvest ripening of avocado fruit. Xanthophyll acyltransferases are enzymes involved in the biosynthesis of carotenoids, which are important pigments responsible for the coloration of fruits and vegetables. The study aims to understand how the expression of these genes changes during the ripening process of avocado fruit, which could have implications for the development of postharvest handling strategies to maintain fruit quality.

Publication Top Notes

Changes in the expression of genes encoding xanthophyl acyltransferases during the postharvest ripening of avocado (Persea americana) fruit

RNA-Seq of Tomato Fruit-Alternaria Chitin Oligomer Interaction Reveals Genes Encoding Chitin Membrane Receptors and the Activation of the Defense Response

EXPRESSION ANALYSIS OF GENES ENCODING RHAMNOGALACTURONAN LYASE ISOENZYMES DURING TOMATO FRUIT DEVELOPMENT AND RIPENING

Toward Understanding the Molecular Recognition of Fungal Chitin and Activation of the Plant Defense Mechanism in Horticultural Crops

Adaptation mechanism of mango fruit (Mangifera indica L. cv. Chaunsa White) to heat suggest modulation in several metabolic pathways

Cytotoxic evaluation of antioxidant and gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA) enriched mango (Mangifera indica cv. Chaunsa) mesocarp extract on HER2-positive breast cancer cells