Ivan Sanz-Muñoz – Biological Nework – Top Researcher Award

Ivan Sanz-Muñoz – Biological Nework Award – Top Researcher Award

 Dr. Ivan Sanz – Munzo distinguished academic and researcher in the field Medicine / Virology. From 2014 to the present, he has served as the Scientific and Virological Surveillance Manager at the National Influenza Center in Valladolid, Spain, located at the Rondilla Building, University Clinical Hospital of Valladolid. In this role, he oversees the laboratory operations, team management, and technical staff.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

His academic journey includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Salamanca, Spain, completed in 2008. He then pursued a Master’s Degree in Anthropology and Forensic Genetics at the University of Granada, Spain, graduating in 2010. Building upon his foundational studies, he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from Salamanca in 2012. He furthered his education with a Master’s Degree in Health Sciences Research, specializing in Pharmacology, Neurobiology, and Nutrition, at the University of Valladolid, Spain, in 2013. In 2016, he achieved a Doctorate in Health Sciences Research from the University of Valladolid, Spain, earning the distinction of “Cum Laude.” Continuing his academic pursuits, he completed a Master’s Degree in Genomics and Medical Genetics at the University of Granada, Spain, in 2018. Recently, in 2023, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Vaccinology from the University of Murcia, Spain.

 Work experiences

His responsibilities include molecular diagnosis and analysis of respiratory viruses, cell culture, viral propagation, serological analysis, antigenic characterization, project management, and scientific publication.

Prior to this, from 2011 to 2014, he held a predoctoral fellowship at the National Influenza Center in Valladolid, Spain, within the Microbiology and Immunology Service at the University Clinical Hospital of Valladolid.

In 2010 and 2011, he worked as a lecturer, providing practical training for the subject of Physical and Forensic Anthropology at the University of Salamanca, Spain.

Additionally, during the same period in 2010 and 2011, he received training as part of a scholarship program at the Intervet Vaccine Manufacturing and Development Plant for Animal Health, which was located in Salamanca, Spain.

COMPETITIVE AND NON-COMPETITIVE RESEARCH PROJECTS


Proyectos competitivos:
1. Proyecto competitivo: CIDER-CEIRR. 202175N93021C00018. Avian influenza, is the
population immunologically prepared for potential pandemics? 2 years (2024-2025).
Entidad financiadora: CIDER-CEIRR. PI: Aitor Nogales; Co-PI: Iván Sanz-Muñoz.
Obtenido: 300,000 $.
2. Proyecto competitivo: GRS 2557/A/22. Gripe aviar ¿Está preparada
inmunológicamente Castilla y León para una pandemia de gripe? Entidad financiadora:
Gerencia Regional de Salud, Junta de Castilla y León. 1 año (2023). IP: José María Eiros
Bouza. Concedido: 16.283 €.
3. Proyecto competitivo: Convocatoria AES 2022 (FIS). PI22/00719. Evaluación pre-clínica
de un tratamiento antiviral frente a la gripe humana basado en tecnología
CRISPR/CasRx-CRAKEND. Entidad financiadora: Instituto de Salud Carlos III. 3 años
(2023-2025). IP: Iván Sanz Muñoz. Co-IP: José María Eiros Bouza. Concedido: 61.105 €.
4. Proyecto competitivo: GRS 2363/A/21. Desarrollo traslacional de un tratamiento
antiviral frente a la gripe humana basado en tecnología CRISPR/CasRx-CRAKEND.
Entidad financiadora: Gerencia Regional de Salud, Junta de Castilla y León. 1 año
(2022). IP: José María Eiros Bouza. Concedido: 15.937 €.
5. Proyecto competitivo: Proyecto 1/2021. Características y evolución de la respuesta
humoral frente al SARS-CoV-2 en pediatría: Diferencias entre pacientes sintomáticos y
asintomáticos. Entidad financiadora: Fundación Ernesto Sánchez Villares. IP: María
Gutiérrez Zamorano. Concedido: 1.450 €.
6. Proyecto competitivo: GRS 2233/A/2020. Anticuerpos frente al SARS-CoV-2 ¿Refleja la
carga de enfermedad por la COVID-19 la realidad de la respuesta humoral en niños?
Entidad Financiadora: Gerencia Regional de Salud, Junta de Castilla y León. 1 año
(2021). IP: Vanesa Matías del Pozo. Concedido: 13.736 €.
7. Proyecto competitivo: Incidencia de la Enfermedad Covid-19 y su impacto en el
conjunto de las infecciones respiratorias agudas. Red centinela sanitaria de Castilla y
León. Entidad Financiadora: Consejería de Educación, Junta de Castilla y León. 1 año
(2020). IP: Tomás Vega Alonso. Concedido: 109.000 €.
8. Proyecto competitivo: GRS COVID 60/A/20. Desarrollo de un método simple para la
detección genómica y simultanea de gripe y SARS-CoV-2. Entidad financiadora:
Gerencia Regional de Salud, Junta de Castilla y León. 1 año (2020). IP: José María Eiros
Bouza. Concedido: 8.370 €.

  📝🔬Publications📝🔬

Ghada Hegazy- Microbiology- Best Researcher Award

Ghada Hegazy- Microbiology- Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ghada Hegazy  distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Microbiology. She actively engaged in numerous educational and professional development activities, showcasing her commitment to advancing her expertise in microbiology and related fields. She lectured and participated in theoretical and practical training programs focused on detecting and enumerating various microorganisms, demonstrating her proficiency in laboratory techniques. Additionally, she contributed to enhancing the practical skills of students at Damanhur University and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport through microbiology training sessions.

Her dedication to continuous learning is evident in her attendance at courses and workshops covering topics such as chromatography, nanotechnology, and environmental data analysis. Furthermore, she participated in events aimed at raising awareness and addressing critical issues, including World Tsunami Awareness Day and the sustainable development of marine environments.

Moreover, she actively shared her knowledge and expertise by delivering lectures and participating in training courses, contributing to the professional development of her peers and the advancement of scientific research. Through her diverse participation and engagement, she has established herself as a dedicated and knowledgeable professional in the field of microbiology and environmental science.

🌐 Professional Profiles

📚📚Educations📚📚

She holds a permanent position as a Professor of Microbiology, having earned her academic qualifications from the Faculty of Science at Alexandria University. Her journey in microbiology began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology, which she obtained with distinction in 2004. Subsequently, she pursued postgraduate courses in Microbiology, paving the path for her Master of Science degree in the same field, awarded in 2012. Continuing her academic pursuit, she went on to complete her Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology from Alexandria University in 2019. With her extensive education and expertise in the field, she stands as a distinguished figure in microbiological research and academia.

➢ Research interests:
1. Environmental biotechnological applications
2. Industrial applications
3. Medical applications
4. Marine pollution treatment
5. Energy production by using marine microorganisms

Appreciation Certificate🏅🏅

She has been honored with certificates of appreciation for her exemplary contributions to various events and initiatives. In recognition of her outstanding organizational efforts, she received a Certificate of Appreciation for her role in organizing World Tsunami Awareness Day in Alexandria on November 5, 2019. Additionally, her active and valuable participation in the celebration of World Oceans Day on June 8, 2022, earned her another Certificate of Appreciation. Furthermore, she was proudly presented with a certificate from Springer Nature Open Access for Egypt, acknowledging her contributions to advancing open access scholarly publishing in the region. These certificates reflect her dedication and impact in promoting awareness, collaboration, and scholarly excellence within her professional community.

SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE BOOKs, ARTICLES REVIEW, NEWSLETTER, REPORT

Book: Probiotics, the Natural Microbiota in Living Organisms (Fundamentals & Applications).
 Book: Lakes of Africa Microbial Diversity and Sustainability.
 Book; Mercury toxicity.
Book: General characteristics of halophilic archaea and its applications.
Book: Archaeal Secrets Unveiled: Applications of Haloalkaliphilic Archaea in Biomedicine and Energy.

Editorial Board Memberships

She serves on the editorial boards of prestigious journals, including the Annals of Civil and Environmental Engineering Journal, Journal of Marine Science and Research, and Insights of Clinical and Medical Images. Additionally, she is a valued member of various committees, contributing her expertise to further advancements in her field. Her specialization areas encompass marine and applied microbiology, with a particular focus on halophilic archaea. Furthermore, her proficiency extends to statistical analysis, enhancing the precision and depth of her research contributions. Through her multifaceted involvement and specialized knowledge, she significantly impacts the realms of microbiology, environmental engineering, marine science, and clinical research.

 

conference

She demonstrated her organizational prowess by orchestrating a series of impactful events. Notably, she spearheaded the webinar for the Marine Microbiology Lab on May 30th, 2021, facilitating knowledge exchange and collaboration in the field. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in organizing a workshop titled “Scientific Writing and Presentation Skills” at the National Institute of Oceanography & Fisheries (NIOF) in Alexandria, held on September 8th and 9th, 2019. This workshop aimed to enhance the communication skills of participants, fostering effective dissemination of scientific findings. Furthermore, she contributed to raising awareness and preparedness for natural disasters by coordinating the World Tsunami Awareness Day event in Alexandria on November 5th, 2019. Through these endeavors, she showcased her dedication to promoting education, collaboration, and societal resilience.

 

📝🔬Publications📝🔬