SYED AHMED SHAH | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. SYED AHMED SHAH | Biomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan

Dr. Syed Ahmed Shah is an accomplished pharmaceutical scientist and biomaterials researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor (Research) at the Institute of Fundamental Technological Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland, and as an Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics at the Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan. His academic and research trajectory reflects a consistent focus on interdisciplinary biomedical applications, particularly in developing stimuli-responsive hydrogels and drug delivery systems. Through his leadership in research, teaching, and international collaboration, Dr. Shah has made impactful contributions in the fields of pharmaceutics, tissue engineering, and wound healing.

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Education

Dr. Shah earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology in 2014, followed by a Master’s in Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) in 2017, where he developed novel gastroprotective drug delivery systems. He further obtained a Ph.D. in Pharmacy from COMSATS University Islamabad in collaboration with the University of Twente, Netherlands, focusing on injectable hydrogels for diabetic wound healing. Currently, he is a postdoctoral fellow under the prestigious PASIFIC MSCA program in Poland, developing biopolymer-based injectable hydrogels for bone tissue engineering.

Experience

With over a decade of academic and research experience, Dr. Shah has held several teaching and research positions. He has taught undergraduate and graduate courses at institutions such as COMSATS University and The Superior University, where he also serves as a member of the Research Advisory and Ethics Committee. His research journey includes roles as a doctoral researcher in HEC-funded projects and international guest fellowships in the Netherlands. He is also a principal investigator in the European Horizon-funded HydroBoneReg project. Dr. Shah actively supervises M.Phil. theses and leads research training for students in pharmaceutical technology and biomaterials.

Research Interest

Dr. Shah’s research interests encompass the design and application of multifunctionalized hydrogels, in situ injectable systems, thermoresponsive and enzymatically crosslinked materials, and targeted drug delivery. His work extends into chronic wound healing, bone regeneration, and bioavailability enhancement of poorly soluble drugs. He employs a wide range of analytical and biological tools to optimize these systems, contributing to advanced therapeutic platforms that align with clinical needs.

Awards

Dr. Shah has received multiple prestigious recognitions, including the Best Oral Speaker Award at the 5th International Conference on Biomaterials & Biodevices in London (2024), the Research Excellence Awards from Superior University in both 2022 and 2023, and the Erasmus+ Staff Mobility Award for international research collaboration. He has been a recipient of the HEC IRSIP Fellowship and various national grants totaling over PKR 5.5 million for developing advanced hydrogel-based therapies. His ongoing MSCA postdoctoral fellowship is valued at over €170,000, highlighting his global recognition as a leading early-career researcher.

Publications

Dr. Shah has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals. Below are seven notable papers:

  1. Shah, S.A. et al. (2024). Integrating Micro- and Nanostructured Platforms for Biomaterial-Based Bone Regeneration. Biomacromolecules. [Cited by 5]

  2. Zargarian, S. et al. (2024). Green photothermal materials from organic waste. Nanotechnology Reviews, 13(1). [Cited by 3]

  3. Haghighat Bayan, M.A. et al. (2024). Nanofiber-Based Face Masks with Photothermal Properties. Advanced Materials Technologies, p.2400450. [Cited by 2]

  4. Jabeen, N. et al. (2024). Nanocrystals-loaded collagen/alginate hydrogels for hydrophobic drugs. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 91, 105291. [Cited by 6]

  5. Haroon, B. et al. (2023). κ-carrageenan-based hydrogels for bone regeneration. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 251, 126380. [Cited by 9]

  6. Shah, S.A. et al. (2023). 3D multifunctional bioactive hydrogels with nano-curcumin. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 227, 203–220. [Cited by 12]

  7. Shah, S.A. et al. (2021). Curcumin-laden hyaluronic acid-co-pullulan biomaterials for diabetic wounds. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 185, 350–368. [Cited by 22]

Conclusion

Dr. Syed Ahmed Shah stands out as an innovative, impactful, and internationally recognized researcher in the field of pharmaceutical sciences and biomaterials. His consistent output, global collaborations, mentoring contributions, and technical mastery clearly position him as a top-tier candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His career trajectory is not only impressive in terms of output but also inspiring in its dedication to addressing pressing global healthcare challenges through research.

Andreimar Soares | Biomimetic and Bio-inspired Composites | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Andreimar Soares | Biomimetic and Bio-inspired Composites | Best Researcher Award 

Senior Researcher at FIOCRUZ RO, Brazil

Dr. Andreimar Martins Soares is an esteemed Brazilian scientist recognized globally for his contributions to biochemistry, toxicology, and biotechnology. He serves as a senior researcher at Fiocruz Rondônia and holds several influential academic and administrative positions across institutions such as the Federal University of Rondônia (UNIR), the Rede BIONORTE, and the Catholic Faculty of Rondônia. With over two decades of prolific academic and scientific engagement, Dr. Soares has established himself as a leading figure in venom toxicology, the biochemical analysis of natural products, and public health research in the Amazon. He is consistently ranked among the top 3% of scientists in Brazil and the world by multiple scientific indexes.

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Education

Dr. Soares earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from the Federal University of Uberlândia in 1994. He proceeded to pursue his Master’s and Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the University of São Paulo, completing both with a research focus on myotoxins derived from snake venoms. His doctoral thesis centered on the structure and inhibition mechanisms of phospholipase A2 toxins. In 2007, he achieved the distinguished title of Livre-Docente (habilitation), emphasizing animal toxins and structural-functional characterization, solidifying his academic credentials.

Experience

With a career spanning over 30 years, Dr. Soares has held teaching, research, and leadership roles at prestigious institutions including the University of São Paulo, UNAERP, and currently at Fiocruz Rondônia. He has coordinated major scientific programs such as PPSUS, DCR/CNPq/FAPERO, and initiatives under the Amazônia+10 agenda. His administrative expertise is reflected in his roles as Scientific Director of FAPERO and institutional research coordinator across several universities. In parallel, he has supervised postgraduate programs and mentored numerous master’s and doctoral theses, shaping future generations of scientists.

Research Interest

Dr. Soares’s research interests revolve around toxinology, bioprospecting of Amazonian biodiversity, protein biochemistry, and the development of therapeutic agents from natural sources. His multidisciplinary work bridges biochemistry and pharmacology, with a focus on the functional and structural characterization of animal toxins and their biomedical applications. Recently, he has expanded his investigations into molecular docking and interaction assays to explore antiprotozoal drug targets, venom-based antimicrobial therapies, and light-emitting therapy for tissue repair.

Award

Dr. Soares has received numerous national and international accolades. Notable among them are the 2023 FAPERO CT&I Award for Distinguished Researcher, the 2023 Stanford University & Elsevier ranking as one of the most influential scientists globally, and multiple top rankings in biology and biochemistry from AD Scientific Index and Research.com. He was honored with the “Universidad de La Habana” Award in 2010 and the “Professor Francisco Matos” Best Research Award in 2005, among others.

Publications

Dr. Soares has published over 500 scientific articles, with citation counts exceeding 13,000 and an h-index above 60. Noteworthy recent publications include:

  1. “Assessment of the Toxicity of Free and PLGA-Encapsulated Phospholipase A2 CB” (2025, Current Medicinal Chemistry), exploring encapsulation strategies to reduce venom toxicity.

  2. “Characterization of a Novel Acidic Phospholipase A2” (2025, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules), focusing on snake venom proteins—cited by related studies in structural toxicology.

  3. “Cystatin from Austrelaps Superbus as Cruzain Inhibitor Model” (2025, Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins), contributing to drug discovery for Chagas disease.

  4. “Larvicidal Potential of Trattinnickia burserifolia Oil” (2025, Pharmaceuticals), addressing vector control in malaria-endemic regions.

  5. “LED Photobiomodulation Reduces Myonecrosis” (2025, Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B), merging phototherapy with toxin-induced injury models.

  6. “In Silico Interaction of Crotapotin with Trypanothione Reductase” (2025, Journal of Venomous Animals and Toxins), aiding therapeutic screening for leishmaniasis.

  7. “Production of Novel Antifungal Peroxidase Isoenzymes” (2025, Phytochemistry), recognized for advancing plant-based biotechnology—each article contributes to a growing citation network across biopharmaceutical fields.

Conclusion

Dr. Andreimar Martins Soares is more than a prolific scientist—he is a catalyst for scientific development, particularly in the Amazonian context. His multi-faceted impact—from cutting-edge research and education to regional development and scientific diplomacy—makes him a stellar candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His career exemplifies how science can serve both knowledge advancement and societal needs.