Probal Banerjee | Biological Network | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Probal Banerjee | Biological Network | Best Researcher Award

The College of Staten Island (City University of New York) | United States

Dr. Probal Banerjee is a distinguished biochemist and neuroscientist whose academic and research career spans over four decades of excellence in bioorganic chemistry, molecular neuroscience, and cancer research. He earned his B.Sc. in Chemistry (Hons) and M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Jadavpur University, Calcutta, followed by a Ph.D. in Bioorganic Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore in 1984. He completed postdoctoral research at the University of Notre Dame in Biochemistry and Enzymology and at the University of Chicago in Molecular Neuroscience. Currently a Professor of Chemistry and Coordinator at the Center for Developmental Neuroscience, College of Staten Island, CUNY, Dr. Banerjee has made pioneering contributions to understanding neurodevelopmental signaling and immune-modulating cancer therapies. His numerous honors include the Children’s Research Foundation Grant (1989), Brain Research Foundation Award, and two Dolphin Awards for Academic Excellence and Teaching. A sought-after speaker, he has delivered invited lectures at leading institutions worldwide on topics ranging from serotonin signaling in brain development to multi-target cancer therapeutics. Dr. Banerjee is also an inventor with several patents on curcumin-based anticancer agents and therapeutic approaches for Fragile X Syndrome. His expertise is widely recognized through his service on multiple NIH grant review committees, reflecting his enduring impact on neuroscience, pharmacology, and translational cancer research.

Profiles: Orcid 

Featured Publications

"Novel Taxol-Derivative, STO-1, Induces Selective Anti-Tumor Immunity and Sustained Remission of Glioblastoma Without Triggering Autoimmune Reactions", Shubhasmita Mohapatra; Adrian Guerrero; Neha Rahman; Khondoker Takia Zaman; Jing Wu; Callistus Onyeagba; Chanyue Hu; Matteo Pellegrini; Jayaram Vankudoth; Seiya Kitamura et al., Cells, 2025.

"One-Pot Synthesis of Phenylboronic Acid-Based Microgels for Tunable Gate of Glucose-Responsive Insulin Release at Physiological pH", Prashun G. Roy; Jiangtao Zhang; Koushik Bhattacharya; Probal Banerjee; Jing Shen; Shuiqin Zhou, Molecules, 2025.

"Biocompatible Anisole-Nonlinear PEG Core–Shell Nanogels for High Loading Capacity, Excellent Stability, and Controlled Release of Curcumin", Jing Shen; Jiangtao Zhang; Weitai Wu; Probal Banerjee; Shuiqin Zhou, Gels 2023.

"The G Protein-Coupled Serotonin 1A Receptor Augments Protein Kinase Cε-Mediated Neurogenesis in Neonatal Mouse Hippocampus-PKCε-Mediated Signaling in the Early Hippocampus", Sreyashi Samaddar; Sudarshana Purkayastha; Souleymane Diallo; Subramanyam J. Tantry; Ryan Schroder; Pranavan Chanthrakumar; Michael J. Flory; Probal Banerjee, International Journal of Molecular Sciences 2022.

"Phytosomal curcumin causes natural killer cell-dependent repolarization of glioblastoma (GBM) tumor-associated microglia/macrophages and elimination of GBM and GBM stem cells", Sumit Mukherjee; Angela Fried; Rahman Hussaini; Richard White; Juliet Baidoo; Sri Yalamanchi; Probal Banerjee, Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research, 2018.

Anani Aila Mat Zin | Neurobehaviour | Excellence in Academic Research Award

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Dr. Anani Aila Mat Zin | Neurobehaviour | Excellence in Academic Research Award

Universiti Sains Malaysia | Malaysia

Dr. Anani Aila Mat Zin is a distinguished medical professional and academic specializing in histopathology, cytopathology, and neuropathology. She obtained her Doctor of Medicine and Master of Pathology degrees from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) and later earned a Fellowship from the International Academy of Cytology (FIAC), Germany, with advanced training in clinical neuropathology at JCMT, Tokyo, Japan. Her career began as a house officer and medical officer in general medicine at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, progressing to trainee lecturer and later lecturer/pathologist in the field of anatomic pathology at USM. With extensive research experience, Dr. Anani has supervised numerous postgraduate projects focusing on cytology, neuropathology, and general pathology, including studies on stingless bee propolis, royal jelly, xylene toxicity, and genetic factors in obesity-related colorectal carcinoma. She has also served as an examiner and viva voce panel member for various postgraduate pathology and surgical examinations across Malaysian universities, contributing significantly to medical education and research assessment. Her commitment to advancing diagnostic pathology and mentoring emerging scientists underscores her vital role in the academic and medical research community.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

"Epigenetic role in Salivary Gland Tumours: Insights into DNA Methylation and Molecular Complexity"

"Novel cytochrome c-oxidase deficiency and mitochondrial myopathy in non-syndromic cleft lip with or without palate"

"Sporadic Right Lumbar Intraabdominal Desmoid Tumor: A Case Report"

"Impact of time-restricted feeding on glycemic indices, vascular oxidative stress, and inflammation in an obese prediabetes rat model induced by a high-fat diet and sugar drink"

"Pre-clinical acute oral toxicity and subacute neurotoxicity risk assessments on sprague dawley rats treated with single dose or repeated doses of flavonoid-enriched fraction extracted from Oroxylum indicum leaves"

Anna Maria Pittaluga | Biological Networks | Top Researcher Award

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Prof. Anna Maria Pittaluga | Biological Networks | Top Researcher Award

University of Genoa | Italy

Anna Maria Pittaluga is a distinguished pharmacologist with a PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology from the University of Turin (1990), and MSc degrees in Pharmacy (1983) and in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology with honors (1982) from the University of Genova. She has built a long-standing academic career at the University of Genoa, where she has served as Assistant Professor (1993–2003), Associate Professor (2004–2019), and currently as Full Professor of Pharmacology since 2019. Earlier in her career, she gained international research experience as a Research Fellow at the Italian National Research Council (1990–1992) and as a Foreign Research Associate at Collège de France in Paris (1988–1989). Her scientific interests focus on neurotransmitter release mechanisms, receptor interactions, the effects of HIV-1 proteins and chemokines on central neurotransmission, synaptic function in multiple sclerosis, the neuro-immune interface, and the role of nutraceutics in brain health. She has led numerous national and international projects funded by the Italian Ministry of Research, Ministry of Health, and European programs, serving as principal investigator on studies addressing neuroinflammation, depression, synaptopathies, and the gut-brain axis. Proficient in English and French, in addition to her native Italian, Professor Pittaluga has made significant contributions to advancing pharmacological research with strong translational and clinical implications.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

"Correction: Vallarino et al. Healthy Properties of a New Formulation of Pomegranate-Peel Extract in Mice Suffering from Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis"

"Unveiling Niaprazine’s Potential: Behavioral Insights into a Re-Emerging Anxiolytic Agent"

"Complement tunes glutamate release and supports synaptic impairments in an animal model of multiple sclerosis"

"Anti-NMDA and Anti-AMPA Receptor Antibodies in Central Disorders: Preclinical Approaches to Assess Their Pathological Role and Translatability to Clinic"

"Presynaptic Release-Regulating Sphingosine 1-Phosphate 1/3 Receptors in Cortical Glutamatergic Terminals: Adaptations in EAE Mice and Impact of Therapeutic FTY720"