Mr. Dimos Dimitrios Plakotaris | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Dimos Dimitrios Plakotaris | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

Dimos Dimitrios Plakotaris at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki , Greece

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📋 Summary

Mr. Dimos Dimitrios Plakotaris is a newly graduated Mechanical Engineer specializing in the energy sector. With a keen interest in integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning into engineering, Dimos aims to enhance his academic and practical skills to develop innovative solutions in engineering projects.

Education

Mr. Dimos earned his Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from the Polytechnic School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in April 2024, with a focus on Energy. He graduated with a grade of 6.6 (Very Good). Prior to this, he completed his secondary education at 1st Lyceum of Mitilini, achieving an impressive graduation grade of 19.0/20.0.

💼 Work Experience

  • July 2021 – Aug 2021: Citrus Museum at Kambos Chios and cohousing café Perivoli
  • July 2020 – Aug 2020: Citrus Museum at Kambos Chios and cohousing café Perivoli

💻 Software Skills

  • Matlab: Intermediate level
  • Python: Intermediate level
  • AutoCAD: Advanced level
  • MS Office

🔬 Research Experience

Mr. Dimos Dimitrios Plakotaris conducted his diploma thesis titled “Recording, Analyzing, Mapping, and Modeling Air Quality Levels Using Low-Cost Sensors on Pedestrian Routes in the Urban Center of Thessaloniki” under the supervision of Professor K. Karatzas. This project involved data collection using low-cost sensors, data analysis and modeling in Python, prediction and data reconstruction with machine learning, and the design and execution of the experiment. This work culminated in the publication of the paper “Estimation of Particulate Matter Levels in City Center Pedestrian Routes with the Aid of Low-Cost Sensors” in the journal Atmosphere (2024).

 

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Estimation of Particulate Matter Levels in City Center Pedestrian Routes with the Aid of Low-Cost Sensors

  • Authors: Dimos Dimitrios Plakotaris, Theodosios Kassandros, Evangelos Bagkis, Kostas Karatzas
  • Journal: Atmosphere
  • Year: 2024

Prof. Dal-Hee Min | Biomedical | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dal-Hee Min, Biomedical, Best Researcher Award

Dal-Hee Min at Seoul National University, South Korea

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👩‍🔬 Academic Career and Research Focus 

Dal-Hee Min, currently a distinguished Professor at Seoul National University and co-founder of Lemonex Inc., has forged an illustrious path in the realms of mRNA vaccines, gene therapy, and nanobiotechnology. With a solid foundation laid during her doctoral studies at the University of Chicago and subsequent postdoctoral research at MIT, she embarked on an academic journey that began at KAIST as an Assistant Professor in 2007. Transitioning to Seoul National University in 2011 marked a pivotal move in her career trajectory.

🏆 Awards and Recognition 

Dal-Hee Min’s contributions have been celebrated with numerous accolades, including the prestigious KCS-Wiley Young Chemist Award, the Korea L’Oreal UNESCO Fellowship Award for Women in Science, and the esteemed Order of Science and Technology Merit (Do-Yak Medal) from the Korean Government. These recognitions underscore her significant impact and leadership in the field of nanomedicine and drug delivery systems.

🌍 Global Engagement and Leadership 

Actively engaged in global scientific discourse, Dal-Hee Min has been a featured speaker at prominent venues such as the World Economic Forum, where she highlighted cutting-edge DDS technology. Her impactful presentations at international conferences like PODD, JP Morgan, and BIO USA underscore her role as a thought leader in advancing biotechnological frontiers.

🎓Education and Professional Development

Dal-Hee Min’s academic journey is anchored by a robust educational background, including a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Chicago and a master’s degree from Seoul National University. Her formative years at MIT as a postdoctoral researcher solidified her expertise in bioengineering, laying the groundwork for her pioneering research in nanomaterials and biomedical applications.

🔬📈 Innovative Research and Collaborations 

At the forefront of her research endeavors are groundbreaking studies in drug delivery systems, leveraging nano-surface chemistry for applications ranging from mRNA vaccines to gene therapies. Her collaborative efforts have yielded impactful publications in top-tier journals, underscoring her commitment to advancing therapeutic modalities through innovative nanotechnological solutions.

📖 Publications:

Bio-inspired interfacial chemistry for the fabrication of a robust and functional graphene oxide composite film
  • Authors: Kwon, Y.-B., Cho, S., Min, D.-H., Kim, Y.-K.
  • Journal: RSC Advances
  • Year: 2024
Enhanced Local Delivery of Engineered IL-2 mRNA by Porous Silica Nanoparticles to Promote Effective Antitumor Immunity
  • Authors: Shin, H., Kang, S., Won, C., Min, D.-H.
  • Journal: ACS Nano
  • Year: 2023
3D microengineered vascularized tumor spheroids for drug delivery and efficacy testing
  • Authors: Ahn, J., Kim, D.-H., Koo, D.-J., Kim, Y., Jeon, N.L.
  • Journal: Acta Biomaterialia
  • Year: 2023
Rod-to-sphere elemental reconstruction of biocompatible Ag2Te-Ag4.53-Te3 nanoparticles for triple negative breast cancer photo-nano-therapy
  • Authors: Ahn, H., Kang, S., Kang, K., Min, D.-H., Jang, H.
  • Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry B
  • Year: 2023
Highly Efficient Messenger RNA Transfection of Hard-to-Transfect Cells using Carbon Nanodots
  • Authors: Shin, H., Min, D.-H.
  • Journal: Shin, H., Min, D.-H.
  • Year: 2023