Yuwei Chen | Neurodegenerative | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yuwei Chen | Neurodegenerative | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yuwei Chen | Neurodegenerative | Assistant Professor at Xi’an Medical University | China

Dr. Yuwei Chen is a dedicated scholar in Food Science whose research focuses on nutrition, neurodegenerative disease mechanisms, and functional food interventions, demonstrating strong commitment to advancing public health through evidence-based nutritional strategies. She earned her Ph.D. in Food Nutrition from Northwest A&F University, where she further strengthened her scientific foundation following a Master’s degree in Food Science and Engineering at the same institution, including an academic exchange at the Institute of Food Science and Technology, National Taiwan University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Engineering. Throughout her professional career, Dr. Yuwei Chen has served as a Lecturer in the Teaching and Research Section of Food Science and Engineering at the School of Public Health, Xi’an Medical University, developing expertise in experimental design, biochemical analysis, nutritional intervention models, and the study of systemic inflammation and amyloidogenesis in relation to neurodegenerative diseases. Her research interests include functional food factors, dietary bioactives, lipid metabolism, memory impairment mechanisms, and the health-promoting properties of plant-derived compounds. She possesses strong research skills in cell and animal model experimentation, nutritional biochemistry, molecular pathway analysis, and evaluation of bioactive food components, integrating these competencies to produce impactful research outputs. Dr. Yuwei Chen has authored several peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals, contributing to areas such as medium-chain fatty acids, plant sterols, green tea catechins, fat replacers, and anti-inflammatory food components. Her academic journey is further distinguished by recognition for research productivity and interdisciplinary collaborations, highlighting her commitment to scientific excellence. With continuous engagement in teaching, research supervision, and scholarly dissemination, Dr. Yuwei Chen remains focused on expanding her contributions to food science innovation, nutritional health interventions, and translational research that addresses emerging public health challenges, positioning her as a promising researcher dedicated to advancing the understanding of diet-related disease prevention and functional food development.

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Featured Publications 

Chen, Y. (2021). Medium chain fatty acids: Extraction, isolation, purification, bioactive properties and application. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science.
Chen, Y. (2020). Green tea catechin: Does it lower blood cholesterol? IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science.
Chen, Y. (2020). Use of starch-based fat replacers in foods as a strategy to reduce dietary intake of fat and risk of metabolic diseases. Food Science & Nutrition.
Chen, Y. (2019). Is plant sterols a good strategy to lower cholesterol? Journal of Oleo Science.
Chen, Y. (2017). Sesamol supplementation prevents systemic inflammation-induced memory impairment and amyloidogenesis via inhibition of nuclear factor kappaB. Molecular Nutrition & Food Research.
Chen, Y. (2017). Chicoric acid supplementation prevents systemic inflammation-induced memory impairment and amyloidogenesis via inhibition of NF-κB. The FASEB Journal.
Chen, Y. (2017). Effects of sesamol on LPS-induced memory impairment and β-amylase accumulation (Master’s research output). Northwest A&F University.

 

Saurabh Kumar Jha | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Saurabh Kumar Jha | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | University of Delhi | India

Short Biography

Dr. Saurabh Kumar Jha is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at Kalindi College, University of Delhi. He has an impressive academic background, having earned his M.Sc. in Biotechnology from VIT University, Vellore, and a Ph.D. in Biotechnology with a specialization in Neurobiology from Delhi Technological University. Dr. Jha’s research focuses on stem cell technology, molecular chaperones, and ubiquitin E3 ligase in neurodegenerative disorders, as well as the therapeutic actions of biomolecules on aged neurons and muscles.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Jha’s educational journey began with an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from VIT University, Vellore. He further advanced his academic pursuits by obtaining a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Delhi Technological University (formerly Delhi College of Engineering), where his research was centered on neurobiology. His doctoral thesis was titled “Signalling Mechanism and Therapeutics Action of Biomolecules in Neurodegenerative Disorder.”

Experience

💼 Dr. Jha has significant experience in academia and research. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Kalindi College, University of Delhi. Before this, he served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Sharda University. In these roles, he has demonstrated expertise in teaching, research, and placement coordination, guiding numerous Ph.D., M.Tech, M.Sc., and B.Sc. students.

Research Interest

🔬 Dr. Jha’s research interests are diverse and impactful. His primary focus is on stem cell technology and regenerative medicine, exploring molecular chaperones and ubiquitin E3 ligase in neurodegenerative disorders. Additionally, he investigates the therapeutic potential of biomolecules in aged neurons and muscles, aiming to develop innovative treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Jha has been recognized for his contributions to science with several prestigious awards. He received the “Commendable Research Excellence Award DTU 2018” from Delhi Technological University and the “Best Stem Cell Researcher Award 2019” from the University of Turin, Italy. These accolades highlight his excellence and dedication to advancing scientific knowledge and research.

Publications

📚 Dr. Jha has an extensive publication record with 160 papers in high-impact international journals. Some of his notable publications include:

  1. Qi X, Jha SK, Jha NK, Dewanjee S, Dey A, Deka R, et al. (2022). Antioxidants in brain tumors: current therapeutic significance and future prospects. Molecular Cancer, 21(1), 1-32. [Cited by 42 articles]
  2. Huang Z, Dewanjee S, Chakraborty P, Jha NK, Dey A, Gangopadhyay M, et al. (2023). CAR T cells: Engineered immune cells to treat brain cancers and beyond. Molecular Cancer, 22(1), 1-27. [Cited by 42 articles]
  3. Ye F, Dewanjee S, Li Y, Jha NK, Chen ZS, Kumar A, et al. (2023). Advancements in clinical aspects of targeted therapy and immunotherapy in breast cancer. Molecular Cancer, 22(1), 1-40. [Cited by 42 articles]
  4. Chakraborty P, Das SS, Dey A, Chakraborty A, Bhattacharyya C, Kandimalla R, et al. (2022). Quantum dots: The cutting-edge nanotheranostics in brain cancer management. Journal of Controlled Release, 350, 698-715. [Cited by 14 articles]
  5. Chakraborty P, Dey A, Gopalakrishnan AV, Swati K, Ojha S, Prakash A, et al. (2023). Glutamatergic neurotransmission: A potential pharmacotherapeutic target for the treatment of cognitive disorders. Ageing Research Reviews, 101838. [Cited by 14 articles]