Ms. Zakya Mhamdi | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Zakya Mhamdi | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Zakya Mhamdi at Moulay Ismail Univirsity, Morocco

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đź“š Summary

Ms. Zakya M’hamdi is a dedicated and detail-oriented PhD student in Fundamental and Applied Sciences with a specialization in Organic Chemistry. Her research focuses on the valorization of medicinal plants, emphasizing their antioxidant, antibacterial, and anticorrosive properties. Zakya’s academic journey is marked by significant research contributions and practical experiences in both local and international settings.

Education

  • 2023-2024: Doctorate in Fundamental and Applied Sciences (Organic Chemistry) – UniversitĂ© Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2020-2021: Master in Materials and Molecular Engineering (Molecular Chemistry and Natural Substances) – UniversitĂ© Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2018-2019: Bachelor’s in Fundamental Chemistry (Organic Chemistry) – UniversitĂ© Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2017-2018: DEUG in Chemistry – UniversitĂ© Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2015-2016: Baccalaureate in Experimental Sciences (Physical Sciences) – LycĂ©e Amir Moulay Abdallah, Er-Rachidia, Morocco

đź’Ľ Professional Experience

  • 2023: Research Intern at CHIBIOFARAM Laboratory, University of Messina, Italy
  • 2023: Research Intern in Organometallic Materials Engineering Laboratory, Faculty of Sciences, University Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Fès, Morocco
  • 2022: Assisted in preparing practical lab sessions for Organic Chemistry modules at UniversitĂ© Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco
  • 2021: Member of organizing committee for ICPAS 2022 and ICME6-2022 conferences; supervised student projects at UniversitĂ© Moulay Ismail, Meknès, Morocco

🔬 Research Interests

  • Medicinal Plants: Chemical composition and bioactivity of plants like Pelargonium graveolens and Urtica dioica
  • Analytical Techniques: Mastery in RX, IR, FX, UV, RMN, HPLC, CPG, CCM, ATG/ATD, SAA
  • Environmental Chemistry: Investigation of corrosion inhibitors and environmental degradation prevention
  • Antioxidant & Antibacterial Activities: Evaluation of plant extracts for their potential health benefits and industrial applications

🔧 Skills

  • Scientific Techniques: Proficient in various analytical and extraction techniques
  • Technical Tools: Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Origin

 

Publications

Chemical composition and antibacterial activity of essential oil of Pelargonium graveolens and its fractions

  • Authors: M’hamdi, Z., Bouymajane, A., Riffi, O., Elhourri, M., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Arabian Journal of Chemistry
  • Year: 2024

Study of the chemical composition and evaluation of the antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of Taxus baccata L.

  • Authors: Riffi, O., Reda Kachmar, M., M’hamdi, Z., Chakir, S., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Arabian Journal of Chemistry
  • Year: 2023

Investigation into the Prevention of Environmental Degradation of Mild Steel in a 1M HCl Solution Using Extracts Derived from Pelargonium graveolens

  • Authors: M’hamdi, Z., Riffi, O., Ettahiri, W., Taleb, M., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion
  • Year: 2023

Thermal analysis and determination of the heavy metal content of the plant Urtica Dioica L. by atomic absorption spectroscopy

  • Authors: M’hamdi, Z., Sabiri, M., Elhourri, M., Amechrouq, A.
  • Journal: Moroccan Journal of Chemistry
  • Year: 2023

Comparative Study of the Chemical Composition and Antioxidant Activities of the Essential Oil of Pelargonium graveolens from the Four Regions of Morocco

  • Authors: Zakya, M., Elhourri, M., Kachmar, M.R., Maryam, S., Ali, A.
  • Journal: Indian Journal of Agricultural Biochemistry
  • Year: 2022

Dr. Xiaopeng Wang | Biomedical | Academic Excellence Distinction Award

Dr. Xiaopeng Wang | Biomedical | Academic Excellence Distinction Award

Doctorate at Kunming University of Science and Technology, China

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Summary

Dr. Xiaopeng Wang is a Ph.D. holder and a researcher in bioinformatics at Kunming University of Science and Technology. His work focuses on interpreting the molecular characteristics of diseases through the analysis of large biological datasets.

Education

Dr. Wang holds a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, specializing in the molecular analysis of diseases, from Kunming University of Science and Technology.

Professional Experience

Dr. Wang has led and contributed to various research projects, including the development of RCDdb, a manually curated database and analysis platform for regulated cell death. He has published in renowned journals like the Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal.

🔬 Research Interests

His primary research interests lie in bioinformatics, with a specific focus on disease molecular characterization, regulated cell death, and the integration of biological data for advanced biomedical insights.

 

Publications

RCDdb: A manually curated database and analysis platform for regulated cell death

  • Authors: Xiaopeng Wang, Qing Wang, Jun Zhao, Jiaxin Chen, Ruo Wu, Juanjuan Pan, Jiaxin Li, Zechang Wang, Yongchang Chen, Wenting Guo, et al.
  • Journal: Computational and Structural Biotechnology Journal
  • Year: 2024

Cancer CRC: A Comprehensive Cancer Core Transcriptional Regulatory Circuit Resource and Analysis Platform

  • Authors: Wei L, Chen J, Song C, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Xu M, Feng C, Gao Y, Qian F, Wang Q, et al.
  • Journal: Frontiers in Oncology
  • Year: 2021

Ms. Shreya Agarwal | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Shreya Agarwal | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Shreya Agarwal at University of Freiburg, Germany

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Academic Background

Ms. Shreya Agarwal is a dedicated Life Scientist with a Master’s in Neuroscience and a passion for advancing our understanding of the brain. With substantial experience in laboratory research, she excels in data analysis, microscopy, molecular biology, and genetics. Known for her strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects with precision, Shreya is committed to contributing to her team’s success and taking on new challenges.

Education

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Molecular and Translational Neurosciences
University of Ulm, Germany (2021)
Thesis: “Study of the mutation KIF5A in ALS, which promotes protein aggregation”

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Neurosciences
Amity University, Noida, India (2019)
Thesis: “The role of chronic hypobaric hypoxia in the development of cognitive impairment”

Work Experience

PhD Student, Biomikrotechnik
Institut für Mikrosystemtechnik – IMTEK, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (Since 10.2023)
Researching network development and spatial embedding of inhibitory neurons.

Research Associate
Institute of Anatomy and Cell Biology, University of Ulm (01.2022 – 03.2023)
Investigated synaptic aging in Alzheimer’s and ALS; led tutoring and scientific discussions.

Research Assistant
Institute of Anatomy and Cell Biology, University of Ulm (01.2021 – 04.2021)
Assisted in experiments, maintained research records, and implemented data analysis software.

Training and Internship
Center for Clinical Research, University Clinic for Neurology, Ulm (10.2020 – 11.2020)
Studied clinical drug development and principles of pharmacokinetics.

Student Research Intern
Institute for Physiological Chemistry, University of Ulm (08.2020 – 10.2020)
Analyzed mouse models for NF kappa B expression and receptor tyrosine kinase investigation.

đź“š Certifications

FELASA – Laboratory Animal Science Course (11.2023)
Project Management by IGradU (02.2023)
Scientific Writing and Presentation Skills (IGradU, 2022)
Writing in the Sciences by Stanford (07.2021)
Drug Discovery and Development by UC San Diego (12.2020)

🏆 Awards

STIBET Scholarship by Ulm University and DAAD (2020 – 2021)

🔧 Skills

Cell culture techniques, qPCR, Western Blot, Immunocytochemistry
Data analysis software including MATLAB, GraphPad Prism, ImageJ

Publications

Current status of drug targets and emerging therapeutic strategies in the management of Alzheimer’s disease
  • Authors: Shampa Ghosh, Shantanu Durgvanshi, Shreya Agarwal, Manchala Raghunath, Jitendra K Sinha
  • Journal: Current neuropharmacology
  • Year: 2020
Long-Term Potentiation
  • Authors: Jitendra Kumar Sinha, Shreya Agarwal, Shampa Ghosh
  • Year: 2022
Pituitary Gland
  • Authors: S Ghosh, S Durgvanshi, S Agarwal, JK Sinha
  • Journal: Encyclopedia of Animal Cognition and Behavior
  • Year: 2019