Rustem Uzbekov | Biomedical Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rustem Uzbekov | Biomedical Sciences | Research Excellence Award

PhD, HDR, IR | Tours University / Moscow University | France

Dr. Rustem E. Uzbekov is a distinguished cell biologist whose research has significantly advanced global understanding of centrosome architecture, centriole biology, and microtubule-based cellular organization. With 3,079 citations, 136 publications, and an h-index of 32, his scholarly record reflects a sustained and influential contribution to the fields of cytology, ultrastructural biology, and cell cycle regulation. Dr. Uzbekov’s work, conducted at Lomonosov Moscow State University, spans a comprehensive exploration of the centrosome—its structure, anomalies, functional dynamics, and its role in human diseases. His extensive body of work includes influential book chapters and editorial contributions that map the historical evolution of centrosome research and highlight emerging frontiers such as insect centrioles and pericentriolar material organization. His strong collaborative footprint—evident through over 340 co-authors—demonstrates his central role in international scientific networks and interdisciplinary cytobiology research. Dr. Uzbekov’s studies provide critical insights into the mechanisms of centrosome splitting, mitotic spindle formation, and microtubule system organization, forming foundational knowledge relevant to cancer biology, developmental defects, and structural cell pathology. With a presence across preprints, co-authored works, and citation-rich publications, his research continues to shape current understanding of cellular ultrastructure and its biomedical implications. Dr. Uzbekov’s academic impact reflects not only scientific rigor and depth but also a strong commitment to advancing cell structural biology at a global scale.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Anomalies of the centrosome and its derivatives in human diseases.

  2. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Structures associated with the centriolar cylinder.

  3. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Centrosome structure in mitotic cells. [Book chapter].

  4. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Pericentriolar material and intercentriolar connections: Mechanisms of centrosome splitting and separation.

  5. Uzbekov, R. E. (n.d.). Ultrastructure of the centrioles and basal bodies.

Song-Lin Zhou | Biomedical Sciences | Nanotechnology Innovation Award

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Dr. Song-Lin Zhou | Biomedical Sciences | Nanotechnology Innovation Award

Research scientist |  School of Tropical Medicine, Hainan Medical University, Haikou, Hainan | China

Dr. Songlin Zhou is a highly productive and influential researcher whose work spans biomedical sciences, network pharmacology, molecular modeling, and bio-nanotechnology. His scholarly contributions demonstrate a sustained commitment to addressing complex medical and biological challenges through integrative, technology-driven approaches. With 576 citations, 37 peer-reviewed publications, and an h-index of 13, Dr. Zhou has established a meaningful presence in the global scientific community. His recent research includes advanced network pharmacology and molecular simulation studies uncovering the mechanisms of therapeutic compounds such as halociline in gastric cancer, as well as pioneering analyses on gut microbial metabolites that elucidate dual-axis pathogenesis in Crohn’s disease. His open-access work on green biosynthesized silver nanoparticles showcases his interdisciplinary strength, contributing to the development of multifunctional hemostatic agents that combine antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. Dr. Zhou’s portfolio reflects wide-ranging international collaboration, with co-authorship across 60 researchers, demonstrating his active engagement in cross-institutional and cross-disciplinary scientific networks. His research not only advances fundamental understanding in disease mechanisms and therapeutic target identification but also supports translational innovation in biomaterials and clinical applications. Through this integrated body of work, Dr. Zhou continues to generate societal impact by contributing to emerging biomedical solutions, strengthening evidence-based therapeutic strategies, and fostering global scientific cooperation.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Chen, S., Li, Y., Liu, J., Wu, J., Zhao, H., Cao, R., & Zhou, S. (2025). Gut microbial metabolite crosstalk in Crohn’s disease: Network pharmacology unveils dual-axis pathogenesis and therapeutic targets. BioFactors.

  2. Li, Y., Tan, Y., Zhao, H., Chen, S., Nilghaz, A., Cao, R., & Zhou, S. (2025). Green biosynthetic silver nanoparticles from Ageratum conyzoides as multifunctional hemostatic agents: Combining hemostasis, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties for effective wound healing. Materials Today Bio, 101468.

  3. Zha, X., Li, Y., Zhao, H., Tan, Y., & Zhou, S. (2024). Pyrrolidine, piperazine, and diazinane alkaloids from the marine bacterium strain Vibrio ruber ZXR-93. Molecules, 29(18), 4446.

  4. Zhang, K., Li, X., Yan, C., Shi, R., Fang, Z., Zhou, S., Cao, R., & Tian, J. (2024). All-wood-based ionic power generator with dual functions for alkaline wastewater reuse and energy harvesting. ACS Nano.

  5. Xu, Z., Zha, X., Ji, R., Zhao, H., & Zhou, S. (2023). Green biosynthesis of silver nanoparticles using aqueous extracts of Ageratum conyzoides and their anti-inflammatory effects. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

Ekadashi Rajni | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ekadashi Rajni | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Mahatma Gandhi Medical College & Hospital | India

Dr. E. Rajni Sabharwal, MD in Microbiology, is a leading researcher in clinical microbiology, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and infection control. Her research focuses on emerging multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant organisms, epidemiology of hospital-acquired infections, and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns in critical clinical settings, including urinary tract and bloodstream infections. She actively contributes to national multicentric studies on AMR surveillance and the implementation of antimicrobial and diagnostic stewardship programs, integrating One Health approaches. Dr. Sabharwal’s work encompasses molecular characterization of pathogens, synergy testing of novel antibiotic combinations, biofilm studies, and evaluation of rapid diagnostic tools to optimize patient management. Her publications address Gram-negative resistance, carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales, Stenotrophomonas and MRSA infections, fungal pathogens, and empirical management strategies in tertiary care hospitals. She also investigates the role of immunotherapeutic interventions, such as SPAG9-primed dendritic cell-based vaccines, in gallbladder cancer. With expertise in epidemiological research, laboratory diagnostics, and clinical trial design, she has advanced knowledge on antimicrobial stewardship and resistance mitigation. Through workshops, symposia, and mentorship, Dr. Sabharwal promotes evidence-based practices, bridging clinical microbiology with public health strategies to combat AMR and improve patient outcomes, establishing her as a prominent contributor to infectious disease research and translational microbiology. (210 citations by ; 36 Documents; h-index: 8).

Profiles: Google scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Sabharwal, E. R. (2012). Antibiotic susceptibility patterns of uropathogens in obstetric patients. North American Journal of Medical Sciences, 4(7), 316. Citations: 106

  2. Sabharwal, E. R., & Sharma, R. (2015). Fosfomycin: An alternative therapy for the treatment of UTI amidst escalating antimicrobial resistance. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 9(12), DC06–DC09. Citations: 48

  3. Sabharwal, E. R., & Sharma, R. (2015). Estimation of microbial air contamination by settle plate method: Are we within acceptable limit? Scholars Academic Journal of Biosciences, 3(8), 703–707. Citations: 15

  4. Sabharwal, E. R. (2010). Successful management of Trichosporon asahii urinary tract infection with fluconazole in a diabetic patient. Indian Journal of Pathology and Microbiology, 53(2), 387–388. Citations: 14

  5. Jain, M., Sabharwal, E. R., & Srivastava, D. (2016). Practices of health care personnel regarding occupational exposure. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 10(11), DC14–DC17. Citations: 12