Assist Prof Dr. Em-on Chaiprateep | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Em-on Chaiprateep | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Em-on Chaiprateep at Faculty of Integrative Medicine, Thailand

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📚 Summary

Dr. Em-on Chaiprateep is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Integrative Medicine, Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi, Thailand. With extensive experience in pharmaceutical sciences, clinical research, and regulatory affairs, her expertise spans dermal drug delivery, traditional medicine, and integrative healthcare. She has contributed significantly to academia through teaching, research, and leadership roles.

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) – Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany (2021–present)
    Research: Essential influences on dermal penetration efficacy of active compounds
  • Master’s in Pharmacy, Food Chemistry & Medical Nutrition – Chulalongkorn University, Thailand (2008–2011)
  • Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Clinic – Silpakorn University, Thailand (2002–2006)

👩‍🏫 Work Experience

  • Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi (2015–Present)
    • Assistant to the Dean for Research (2024–Present)
    • Assistant Professor, Faculty of Integrative Medicine (2018–Present)
    • Lecturer, Faculty of Integrative Medicine (2015–2018)
    • Head of Regulatory Affairs Pharmacist (Traditional Medicine)
  • Eastern Asia University (2011–2014) – Lecturer, Assistant to the Dean for Academic Affairs
  • Ramathibodi Hospital (2008–2011, 2006–2007) – Research Assistant in clinical trials
  • Phyathai II Hospital (2007–2008) – Hospital Pharmacist

🔬 Research Interests

  • Dermal drug delivery and penetration efficacy
  • Traditional and integrative medicine
  • Pharmaceutical formulation and regulatory affairs
  • Patient counseling and medication compliance

💡Skills

  • Technical Skills: SPSS, Epi-data, PowerPoint, Excel, Word
  • Research & Data Analysis: Clinical trials, pharmaceutical formulation, statistical analysis
  • Regulatory Affairs: Traditional medicine, pharmaceutical compliance
  • Teaching & Mentorship: Pharmacy education, student research supervision

 

Publications

Microneedle-Assisted Delivery of Curcumin: Evaluating the Effects of Needle Length and Formulation

  • Authors: Em-on Chaiprateep, Soma Sengupta, Cornelia M Keck
  • Journal: Micromachines
  • Year: 2024

Influence of Dose, Particle Size and Concentration on Dermal Penetration Efficacy of Curcumin

  • Authors: Em-on Chaiprateep, Sabrina Wiemann, Ralph W Eckert, Christian Raab, Soma Sengupta, Cornelia M Keck
  • Journal: Pharmaceutics
  • Year: 2023

Optimization of water-based ultrasonic-microwave assisted extraction (UMAE) of bioactive compounds from Garcinia mangostana pericarp

  • Authors: Juthaporn Kwansang, Chung-Jen Chen, Em-on Chaiprateep
  • Journal: Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine
  • Year: 2022

Influence of mechanical skin treatments on dermal penetration efficacy of active ingredients

  • Authors: Cornelia M Keck, Em-on Chaiprateep, Henriette Dietrich, Soma Sengupta
  • Journal: Pharmaceutics
  • Year: 2022

Optimization ultrasonic–microwave-assisted extraction of phenolic compounds from Clinacanthus nutans using response surface methodology

  • Authors: Siriphatr Chamutpong, Chung-Jen Chen, Em-on Chaiprateep
  • Journal: Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology & Research
  • Year: 2021

Mrs. Mădălina Țicolea | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Mădălina Țicolea | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Mădălina Țicolea at Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania

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📚 Summary

Mrs. Mădălina Țicolea, Assistant Lecturer and PhD student at Iuliu Hațieganu University, excels in Pathophysiology with a focus on dietary supplements and renal conditions. Her work combines teaching and cutting-edge research, aiming to impact healthcare significantly.

Education

  • B.Sc. in Medicine (2019): Thesis on Hypericum capitatum extract and inflammation.
  • M.Sc. in Nutrition and Lifestyle (2022): Thesis on dietary aspects in Chronic Kidney Disease.
  • Currently Pursuing PhD: Research on dietary supplements and renal pathologies.

💼 Professional Experience

  • University Assistant at Pathophysiology Discipline, teaching and organizing practical activities (Feb 2023–Present).
  • Medic Rezident Nefrolog at Iuliu Hațieganu University, specializing in nephrology and urinary system imaging (2020–Present).
  • Assistant Universitar at the Department of Pathophysiology, focusing on oxidative stress and experimental research (2021–Present).

🔬 Research Interests

Mrs. Mădălina’s research investigates the role of dietary supplements in managing glomerulopathies and inflammation. She employs murine models to explore the impact of these supplements on acute and chronic renal conditions

 

Publications

Phytochemical Profile and Antidiabetic, Antioxidant, and Anti-Inflammatory Activities of Gypsophila paniculata Ethanol Extract in Rat Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes Mellitus

  • Authors: Lia-Oxana Usatiuc, Marcel Pârvu, Raluca Maria Pop, Ana Uifălean, Dan Vălean, Csilla-Eniko Szabo, Mădălina Țicolea, Florinela Adriana Cătoi, Floricuța Ranga, Alina Elena Pârvu
  • Journal: Antioxidants
  • Year: 2024

Phytochemical Composition Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Artemisia dracunculus and Artemisia abrotanum

  • Authors: Mădălina Țicolea, Raluca Maria Pop, Marcel Pârvu, Lia-Oxana Usatiuc, Ana Uifălean, Floricuța Ranga, Alina Elena Pârvu
  • Journal: Antioxidants
  • Year: 2024

Brown Tumors: The Hidden Face of Primary and Renal Hyperparathyroidism Amid Real-Life Settings

  • Authors: Mara Carsote, Mihai-Lucian Ciobica, Oana-Claudia Sima, Ana Valea, Cosmina Ioana Bondor, Andreea Geleriu, Madalina Ticolea, Claudiu Nistor, Crina Claudia Rusu
  • Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine
  • Year: 2024

Triiodothyronine and Protein Malnutrition Could Influence Pulse Wave Velocity in Pre-Dialysis Chronic Kidney Disease Patients

  • Authors: Crina Claudia Rusu, Ina Kacso, Diana Moldovan, Alina Potra, Dacian Tirinescu, Maria Ticala, Ancuta M Rotar, Remus Orasan, Cristian Budurea, Andrada Barar, Florin Anton, Ana Valea, Cosmina Ioana Bondor, Madalina Ticolea
  • Journal: Diagnostics
  • Year: 2023

Remarkable rutin-rich Hypericum capitatum extract exhibits anti-inflammatory effects on turpentine oil-induced inflammation in rats

  • Authors: Anca D Farcas, Augustin C Mot, Cezara Zagrean-Tuza, Madalina Ticolea, Bogdan Sevastre, Muhittin Kulak, Radu Silaghi-Dumitrescu, Alina Parvu
  • Journal: BMC complementary and alternative medicine
  • Year: 2019

Ms. Rebekah Fretwell | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Rebekah Fretwell | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Rebekah Fretwell at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, United Kingdom

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Education

  • Doctorate Degree: Thesis submission due December 2024
  • MSc Pathological Sciences: University of Sheffield, 2005
  • BSc (Hons) Medicine & Pharmacology: University of Sheffield, 2003
  • A-Levels: Biology, Chemistry, English Literature, General Studies (1999)
  • GCSEs: 13 subjects including Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics (1997)

💼 Professional Experience

  • Current Position: Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Coagulation; ADAMTS-13 Section Lead; Lead Training Manager at Royal Hallamshire Hospital and Northern General Hospital, Sheffield
  • Past Roles: Union Representative for Department of Medicine & Pharmacology, University of Sheffield (2001-2003)

🔬 Research Interests

  • Recent Projects:
    • Developing automated ADAMTS-13 activity assays (2023-2024) 
    • Assessing Factor Xa inhibitors and their reversal (2012-present) 
    • Evaluating effects of Direct Thrombin Inhibitors (2004-2005) 
  • Key Contributions:
    • Setting up ADAMTS-13 activity and antibody assays 
    • Research into FVIII Inhibitor assays and new anticoagulant therapies 

🌐 Professional Membership

  • Member: Institute of Biomedical Science (MIBMS) 

📚 Teaching and Mentoring

  • Lecturer: BSc & MSc courses at University of Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam University, and Bradford University 
  • Practice Tutor/Assessor: University of Hull, supervising and assessing students in biomedical science placements

 

Publications

Practical Considerations for the Use of the Rapid AcuStar® ADAMTS13 Activity Assay in the Diagnosis of Acute Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP)

  • Authors: Yong, J., MacDonald, S., Downey, C., Pitchford, T., Dutt, T.
  • Journal: Journal of Clinical Medicine
  • Year: 2024
  • Authors: Sumaya, W., Parker, W.A.E., Fretwell, R., Ajjan, R.A., Storey, R.F.
  • Journal: Thrombosis and Haemostasis
  • Year: 2018

Multiple Centre Evaluation Study of ADAMTS13 Activity and Inhibitor Assays

  • Authors: Langley, K., Fretwell, R., Kitchen, S., Murphy, P., Scully, M.
  • Journal: International Journal of Laboratory Hematology
  • Year: 2018

Prof. Yaser Elewa | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yaser Elewa | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Hokkaido University, Japan

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🎓 Academic Background & Education

Professor Yaser H. A. Elewa is a distinguished Professor of Histology and Cell Biology (currently on Sabbatical leave) at the Department of Histology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, Egypt. He obtained his Ph.D. in Histology and Cell Biology in April 2011 through a prestigious channel system scholarship between Hokkaido University, Japan, and Zagazig University, Egypt. Prior to that, he completed his Master’s degree in April 2006, focusing on immunological organs in Ostrich, from the same department. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medical Sciences, graduating with honors in 2001.

💼 Professional Experience

Prof. Elewa has held several academic positions, including his current role as a Professor at Zagazig University since April 2021. He has also been a Tenure-track Assistant Professor at the Department of Biomedical Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Hokkaido University, Japan, since February 2017. His extensive teaching experience spans various subjects, including Anatomy, Histology, and Cellular Biology, where he has developed and delivered specialized curriculum and laboratory experiments for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students.

🔬 Research Interests & Expertise

With a deep passion for research, Prof. Elewa’s interests lie in areas such as Mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue, Mediastinal fat-associated lymphoid clusters, and Immunity—both innate and adaptive. His expertise extends to Histopathology, Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence, Flow Cytometry, and advanced microscopic techniques, including Transmission and Scanning Electron Microscopy. His research has contributed significantly to understanding respiratory diseases, intrathoracic immune hemostasis, autoimmunity, kidney diseases, and reproductive disorders.

🏅 Awards & Recognition

Throughout his career, Prof. Elewa has been honored with numerous awards and scholarships, including the prestigious Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) post-doctoral fellowship. He has also been recognized with the Best Research Award by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University.

📚 Workshops & Training

To further enhance his knowledge and skills, Prof. Elewa has participated in various workshops and training programs. These include training on Nanoparticles at the Institute for the Advancement of Higher Education, Japan, Real-Time PCR Applications at Hokkaido University, and Advanced Analytical Machines usage, including Flow Cytometry, also at Hokkaido University.

🌍 International Experience

Prof. Elewa’s international exposure includes multiple research visits and collaborations, particularly with institutions in Japan, where he has served as a post-doctoral visiting researcher and trained international students in advanced histopathological techniques.

 

Publications

Expression Patterns of Grainyhead-Like 2 and Ovo-Like 2 in Mouse Mammary Gland Development During Pregnancy, Lactation, and Weaning

  • Authors: Elfeky, M., Matsuoka, S., Yamamoto, I., Okamatu-Ogura, Y., Kimura, K.
  • Journal: Microscopy and Microanalysis
  • Year: 2024

Sleep disorders cause Parkinson’s disease or the reverse is true: Good GABA good night

  • Authors: Al-kuraishy, H.M., Al-Gareeb, A.I., Albuhadily, A.K., Zahran, M.H., Batiha, G.E.-S.
  • Journal: CNS Neuroscience and Therapeutics
  • Year: 2024

In vivo investigation of the anti-liver fibrosis impact of Balanites aegyptiaca/chitosan nanoparticles

  • Authors: Zein, N., Yassin, F., Ayoub, H.G., Batiha, G.E.-S., Zahran, M.H.
  • Journal: Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy
  • Year: 2024

Diosgenin alleviates D-galactose-induced oxidative stress in rats’ brain and liver targeting aging and apoptotic marker genes

  • Authors: El-Far, A.H., Elghaity, M.M., Mohamed, S.A., Al Jaouni, S.K., Alsenosy, A.A.
  • Journal: Frontiers in Molecular Biosciences
  • Year: 2024

Harnessing Topology and Stereochemistry of Glycidylamine-Derived Lipid Nanoparticles for in Vivo mRNA Delivery to Immune Cells in Spleen and Their Application for Cancer Vaccination

  • Authors: Abd Elwakil, M.M., Suzuki, R., Khalifa, A.M., Satoh, T., Harashima, H.
  • Journal: Advanced Functional Materials
  • Year: 2023

Dr. Yuki Higashimoto | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yuki Higashimoto | Healthcare Applications | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Fujita Health University, Japan

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Education

Dr. Yuki completed his primary education with 6 years in primary school, followed by 3 years in junior high school and 3 years in senior high school. He pursued his university education at Fujita Health University School of Health Sciences from 2003 to 2007. He continued his graduate studies at Fujita Health University Graduate School of Health Sciences, earning his Master’s degree from 2007 to 2009. He later obtained his Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (PhD) in September 2018 from the Graduate School of Medicine, Fujita Health University.

Professional Experience

From 2009 to 2017, Dr. Yuki worked as a Medical Technologist in the Department of Clinical Laboratory at Fujita Health University Hospital, Toyoake, Aichi, Japan. He served as an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medical Technology, Fujita Health University, from 2017 to August 2021. Additionally, he continued as a Medical Technologist at Fujita Health University Hospital until 2022.

📚 Teaching and Academic Appointments

Since September 2021, Dr. Yuki has held the position of Senior Assistant Professor of Clinical Microbiology and Clinical Immunology at the Faculty of Medical Technology, Fujita Health University, Toyoake, Aichi, Japan.

🏆 Honors and Awards

In 2018, Dr. Yuki received the Young Scientist Incentive Award from The Japanese Society of Clinical Virology.

🔬 Professional Memberships

Dr. Yuki is an active member of several professional organizations, including The Japanese Society for Virology, The Japanese Society of Clinical Virology, The Japanese Society of Vaccinology, The Japanese Society for Clinical Microbiology, The Japan Association for Clinical Laboratory Science, and the Japanese Society of Food Science and Risk Analysis.

 Publications

Generation of Recombinant Authentic Live Attenuated Human Rotavirus Vaccine Strain RIX4414 (Rotarix<sup>®</sup>) from Cloned cDNAs Using Reverse Genetics
  • Authors: Saori Fukuda, Masanori Kugita, Kanako Kumamoto, Yuki Akari, Yuki Higashimoto, Shizuko Nagao, Takayuki Murata, Tetsushi Yoshikawa, Koki Taniguchi, Satoshi Komoto
  • Journal: Viruses
  • Year: 2024
Andrographolide, isolated from Andrographis paniculata, induces apoptosis in monocytic leukemia and multiple myeloma cells via augmentation of reactive oxygen species production
  • Authors: Doi H, Matsui T, Dijkstra JM, Ogasawara A, Higashimoto Y, Imamura S, Ohye T, Takematsu H, Katsuda I, Akiyama H
  • Journal: F1000Research
  • Year: 2021
Diagnostic accuracy of LAMP versus PCR over the course of SARS-CoV-2 infection
  • Authors: Inaba M, Higashimoto Y, Toyama Y, Horiguchi T, Hibino M, Iwata M, Imaizumi K, Doi Y
  • Journal: International Journal of Infectious Diseases
  • Year: 2021
Evaluation of varicella vaccine effectiveness during outbreaks in schools or nurseries by cross-sectional study
  • Authors: Kawamura Y, Hattori F, Higashimoto Y, Kozawa K, Yoshikawa T
  • Journal: Vaccine
  • Year: 2021
Dry loop–mediated isothermal amplification assay for detection of SARS-CoV-2 from clinical specimens
  • Authors: Higashimoto Y, Ihira M, Kawamura Y, Inaba M, Shirato K, Suzuki T, Hasegawa H, Kageyama T, Doi Y, Hata T et al.
  • Journal: Preprint
  • Year: 2020