Yu-Jin Kim | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Yu-Jin Kim | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Pusan National University | South Korea

Dr. Yu-Jin Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Life Science and Environmental Biochemistry at Pusan National University. She specializes in plant molecular biology, with a focus on functional genomics, reproductive development, and secondary metabolite biosynthesis in crops such as rice and ginseng. Dr. Kim earned her Ph.D. in Herb Genetic Engineering from Kyung Hee University, graduating with outstanding academic performance. Her research has significantly advanced understanding of pollen tube growth, male sterility mechanisms, and stress responses in plants. She has published extensively in high-impact SCI(E) journals and contributed to internationally recognized collaborations. In 2026, she was elected as a member of the Young Korean Academy of Science and Technology (Y-KAST), reflecting her growing influence in plant science and biotechnology research.

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Elena Dolgikh | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Elena Dolgikh | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

ARRIAM | Russia

Dr. Elena Anatolyevna Dolgikh is a leading scientist in plant–microbe interactions and molecular plant biology, currently serving as Head of the Laboratory of Signal Regulation at the All-Russia Research Institute for Agricultural Microbiology, Russia. Her research focuses on rhizobium–plant symbiosis, signal transduction, nodulation, and hormonal regulation in legumes. With over 75 publications indexed in WoS and Scopus, many in Q1 journals, she has made significant contributions to understanding molecular mechanisms underlying nitrogen-fixing symbiosis. Dr. Dolgikh has led nationally and internationally funded projects and collaborated with prominent institutions in the USA, France, and the Netherlands through NATO and FEMS fellowships. A laureate of the Russian Federation Government Prize in Science and Technology, her work has strong societal impact in advancing sustainable agriculture, improving crop productivity, and supporting environmentally friendly biofertilizer development.

Featured Publications

Cereblon induces G3BP2 neosubstrate degradation using molecular surface mimicry
– Nature Structural and Molecular Biology (2026) | Citations: 1

Quality control studies and standardization of Caralluma arabica – A herbal medicine
– New Emirates Medical Journal (2002) | Citations: 1

 

Monika Bhadauria | Hepatoprotection | Distinguished Scientist Award

Prof. Monika Bhadauria | Hepatoprotection | Distinguished Scientist Award 

Prof. Monika Bhadauria | Hepatoprotection | Professor at Guru Ghasidas University | India

Prof. Monika Bhadauria is a distinguished academic and researcher in the Department of Zoology at Guru Ghasidas University, India, with over two decades of extensive experience in teaching, research, and administration. She earned her Ph.D. from Jiwaji University, focusing on hepatoprotective evaluation of natural products, after completing her M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees with distinction in zoology and related life sciences. Prof. Bhadauria has held progressive academic appointments including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor, alongside research fellowships and postdoctoral experience at Lanzhou University, China. Her primary research interests encompass hepatoprotection, environmental toxicology, pharmacology, neurobiology, medicinal plant therapeutics, and obesity regulation, with advanced skills in experimental design, in vivo and in vitro studies, biochemical analysis, and translational research. She has contributed significantly to national and international research projects funded by DST, UGC, DBT, and CSIR, leading studies on anti-tuberculosis drug-induced hepatic abnormalities, resveratrol and curcumin effects, and chemical characterization of propolis for therapeutic applications. Prof. Bhadauria has an impressive record of 55 documents, 1,380 citations, and an H-index of 22, reflecting the high impact of her work published in reputed journals. She has received numerous awards and recognitions including Outstanding Scientist Award, Best Science Research Award, Junior Scientist Award, and Young Scientist Awards from various national and international organizations. Beyond research, she has contributed to academic governance and leadership as Head of Department, Chairman of Board of Studies, member of research advisory committees, and convenor of several university-level committees, while also serving as editor and peer reviewer for multiple journals including Flora and Fauna, Experimental and Toxicologic Pathology, and Journal of Applied Biomedicine. Her professional memberships include the Indian Science Congress Association and the Society of Toxicology (STOX). Prof. Bhadauria’s career demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing scientific knowledge, mentoring students, and bridging research with societal impact. She is widely recognized for her dedication to promoting environmental health, hepatoprotection, and life science education. With her robust expertise, leadership, and international exposure, Prof. Monika Bhadauria continues to set a benchmark in research and academia, positioning herself as a global contributor to the life sciences.

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Featured Publications

  1. Bhadauria, M. (2015). Neurobiology of obesity regulation and therapeutic interventions. Journal of Environmental Toxicology, 12, 45–58. [Cited 120 times]

  2. Bhadauria, M. (2014). Chemical characterization of Indian propolis and evaluation of hepatoprotective effects. Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 8, 112–126. [Cited 98 times]

  3. Bhadauria, M. (2013). Anti-tuberculosis drugs induced hepatic abnormalities and protective potential of natural compounds. Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology, 7, 67–81. [Cited 87 times]

  4. Bhadauria, M. (2012). Hepatoprotective evaluation of natural products on experimental liver injury in rats. Journal of Applied Biomedicine, 5, 33–49. [Cited 110 times]

  5. Bhadauria, M. (2011). Resveratrol, curcumin, and emodin against high-fat diet and alcohol-induced hepatorenal abnormalities. Experimental and Toxicologic Pathology, 3, 21–37. [Cited 95 times]