Damandeep Kaur | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Damandeep Kaur | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Applied Physics 'Nello Carrara' | Italy

Dr. Damandeep Kaur is a dedicated researcher in Materials Science and Engineering, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute of Applied Physics, CNR, Florence (since July 2024). She earned her Ph.D. (2017–2022) from Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, India, where her thesis focused on biobased silica from rice husk and straw for the synthesis of biocompatible glasses. She also holds an M.Sc. in Physics (2011–2013) from Kanya Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, affiliated with Guru Nanak Dev University, where she studied the optical properties of magnesium borate glasses. With over a decade of academic and research experience, she previously served as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Trento, Italy (2022–2024), and as a Teaching Associate at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (2018–2021). Dr. Kaur has actively participated in numerous international conferences, workshops, and schools across Europe and North America, including events organized by the American Ceramics Society and European Ceramics Society. She is an active member of several professional bodies such as the American Ceramics Society, European Ceramics Society (Italy chapter), and the Royal Society of Chemistry, and contributes to the research community as a reviewer for Frontiers in Oncology. Her technical skills are enhanced through specialized training in COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, and IELTS C1 certification, reflecting her strong interdisciplinary expertise in materials science, optics, and applied research.

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Featured Publications

"Structural, luminescent and in vitro studies of europium-doped soda lime phosphate glasses, Luminescence, Priya, R.; Kaur, D.; Attri, K.; Kaur, S.; Sharda, D.; Choudhury, D.; Pandey, O.P., 2024"

"Production of silica nanoparticles from rice husk and rice straw by fungal-mediated biotransformation using Pleurotus florida, Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, Kaur, D.; Pandey, O.P.; Reddy, M.S., 2023"

"Effect of Crystalline Ceramic Oxide on the Densification-Crystallization Behavior of Binary Lithium-Di Silicate Glass Compositions, Proceedings of the American Society for Composites - 37th Technical Conference, ASC 2022, Rahman, A.; Kaur, D., 2022"

"In-vitro Reactivity and Antibacterial Activity of Agro-waste Derived Silicate and Phosphate Glasses, Research Square, Kaur, D.; Reddy, M.S.; Pandey, O.P., 2021"

"Agro waste as a source of bioactive glass for targeted drug delivery and bone implantation, Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, Damandeep Kaur, 2021"

Dmitry Guschin | Biological Networks |  Outstanding Research Achievement Award

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Dr. Dmitry Guschin | Biological Networks |  Outstanding Research Achievement Award

Sirius university of Science and Technology | Russia

Author Profiles

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Dmitry Guschin began his scientific journey in Moscow, Russia, where his early research as a Research Scientist at the Laboratory of Chromosome Structure (1990–1991) focused on the role of histone tails in maintaining chromatin structure during transcription. This pioneering work, published in Cell, laid the foundation for his long-term interest in chromatin dynamics and molecular mechanisms of gene regulation. His subsequent fellowship at the Imperial Cancer Research Fund in London (1991–1995) enabled him to uncover the role of Jak kinases in interferon signaling, a finding published in Nature. These formative years established his reputation as a molecular biologist with a keen ability to address fundamental questions in gene regulation.

Professional Endeavors

Throughout his career, Dr. Guschin has held prestigious positions across internationally recognized institutions. From visiting scientist roles at Argonne National Laboratory and the NIH, to his decade-long tenure at Sangamo BioSciences (2000–2014), he contributed to groundbreaking advances in genome editing. His later positions at the Institute of Basic Science in Korea (2015–2019), Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (2019–2022), Ecole Polytechnique (2021), Nazarbaev University (2023–2024), and his current role as Lead Scientist at Sirius University (2024–) reflect a global career marked by innovation, collaboration, and leadership.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Guschin’s research has consistently revolved around genome editing, chromatin biology, and translational medicine. At Sangamo BioSciences, he demonstrated targeted deletions using Zinc-Finger nucleases and developed methods for genome mutation detection, securing 10 U.S. patents. His contributions to CRISPR research at the Institute of Basic Science in Korea, where he engineered Cpf1 (CRISPR type V) proteins with novel PAM specificities, further advanced gene-editing precision. Additionally, his innovations in base editing and co-selection strategies positioned him as a thought leader in functional genomics.

Impact and Influence

The global trajectory of Dr. Guschin’s career underscores his broad scientific influence. His work has impacted both fundamental science-such as uncovering chromatin regulation mechanisms-and applied biotechnology, including methods adopted for therapeutic genome editing. His publications in Cell, Nature, Nature Biotechnology, and Science highlight the international recognition of his discoveries. Moreover, his patents and translational research contributions demonstrate lasting influence on both academia and industry.

Academic Citations

With over 20 peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals, Dr. Guschin’s scholarship has been widely cited across molecular biology, biochemistry, and genome engineering fields. His publications not only advanced scientific discourse but also served as reference points for subsequent innovations in gene-editing technologies and cancer research.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Guschin’s legacy lies in bridging basic molecular discoveries with applied genome-editing technologies. His early contributions to chromatin biology and interferon signaling remain benchmarks in molecular biology, while his later work in Zinc-Finger nucleases and CRISPR engineering has influenced therapeutic development pipelines. In his current role at Sirius University, he continues to shape translational medicine by focusing on colloidal medicine and advanced biomedical applications. Looking forward, his expertise positions him to mentor future scientists and contribute to cutting-edge therapies in personalized medicine.

Conclusion

Dr. Dmitry Guschin’s career reflects a rare blend of scientific depth, technological innovation, and translational impact. From uncovering fundamental molecular mechanisms to pioneering genome-editing tools and mentoring the next generation, his contributions have left an indelible mark on modern biology. His ongoing work promises to expand the horizons of translational and personalized medicine, ensuring his influence will continue to grow in both academic and clinical domains.

Notable Publications

"Circulating Tumor DNA in Prostate Cancer: A Dual Perspective on Early Detection and Advanced Disease Management" 

  • Author: Stepan A. Kopytov; Guzel R. Sagitova; Dmitry Y. Guschin; Vera S. Egorova; Andrei V. Zvyagin; Alexey S. Rzhevskiy
  • Journal: Cancers
  • Year: 2025

"Modern approaches to engineering human reporter cell lines using CRISPR within Safe Harbor loci and endogenous genes" 

  • Author: A. G. Bykonya; D. Y. Guschin; N. A. Barlev
  • Journal: Critical Reviews in Biotechnology
  • Year: 2025

"Vinculin–Arp2/3 interaction inhibits branched actin assembly to control migration and proliferation" 

  • Author: John James; Artem I Fokin; Dmitry Y Guschin; Hong Wang; Anna Polesskaya; Svetlana N Rubtsova; Christophe Le Clainche; Pascal Silberzan; Alexis M Gautreau; Stéphane Romero
  • Journal: Life Science Alliance
  • Year: 2025

"BRCA Mutations-The Achilles Heel of Breast, Ovarian and Other Epithelial Cancers" 

  • Author: Loboda, Anna P.; Adonin, Leonid S.; Zvereva, Svetlana D.; Guschin, Dmitri Y.; Korneenko, Tatyana V.; Telegina, Alexandra V.; Kondratieva, Olga K.; Frolova, Sofia E.; Pestov, Nikolay B.; Barlev, Nick A.
  • Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
  • Year: 2023

"Vinculin-Arp2/3 Interaction Inhibits Branched Actin Assembly to Control Cell Migration and Cell Cycle Progression" 

  • Author: John James; Artem I. Fokin; Dmitry Y. Guschin; Hong Wang; Anna Polesskaya; Svetlana N. Rubtsova; Christophe Le Clainche; Pascal Silberzan; Alexis M. Gautreau; Stéphane Romero
  • Journal: Preprint
  • Year: 2023

 

 

Hongjuan Yang | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hongjuan Yang | Technological Networks | Best Researcher Award

Jiangnan University | China

Author Profile

 

EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Hongjuan Yang began her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Information Engineering from the Ocean University of China in 2017. Demonstrating early promise and commitment to scientific advancement, she pursued a doctoral degree in Acoustics at the prestigious Institute of Acoustics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Under the supervision of Academician Chenghao Wang, she specialized in ultrasonic imaging, laying a strong theoretical and technical foundation that would shape her future contributions in the field of nondestructive testing and composite materials.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Yang’s professional trajectory has been marked by a steady progression in academia and research. After completing her doctorate, she joined the Dalian University of Technology as a postdoctoral researcher and assistant researcher from 2022 to 2025, where she focused on ultrasonic phased array inspection of composite materials under the guidance of Professor Zhanjun Wu. In July 2025, she was appointed Associate Professor at Jiangnan University, China, further establishing her academic presence and leadership in ultrasonic diagnostics and structural health monitoring.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON TECHNOLOGICAL NETWORKS

Dr. Yang’s primary research contributions revolve around ultrasonic wave propagation, phased array imaging, and nondestructive evaluation of advanced composite materials, particularly carbon fiber-reinforced polymers (CFRPs). Her work innovatively integrates energy compensation algorithms, reverse time migration, and machine learning to improve the detection and imaging of structural defects in composite structures. She has led national-level scientific projects, including the Youth Science Fund of the National Natural Science Foundation of China and a Doctoral Research Startup Project under the Liaoning Provincial Natural Science Foundation. These projects highlight her technical ingenuity in developing new methods for ultrasonic inspection of irregular and thick-walled CFRPs.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Yang’s influence in the field of ultrasonic imaging and nondestructive evaluation is evident through her impressive portfolio of scholarly publications and citations. As the first or corresponding author, she has published nine SCI-indexed papers—six of which appeared in JCR Q1 journals—alongside four EI-indexed papers. Her publications in leading journals such as Ultrasonics, Composite Structures, and Measurement demonstrate both breadth and depth in theoretical and applied acoustics. Notably, one of her review papers has amassed 85 citations, and another has been recognized as a “highly cited paper” with 161 citations, underscoring the academic relevance and practical significance of her work.

ACADEMIC CITES AND PATENTS

Dr. Yang’s academic visibility is amplified by the high citation rates of her most influential papers. Her collaborative work in guided ultrasonic wave-based structural health monitoring is particularly recognized internationally. In addition to her publications, Dr. Yang holds four national invention patents in China. These patents include innovations in ultrasonic imaging and deep learning-based damage detection in bonded structures, showcasing her ability to translate scientific insight into applicable technologies. One of her patent-based methods has been granted authorization in 2024, and another in 2025, indicating her continuous commitment to real-world impact.

AWARDS AND HONORS

Dr. Yang has received significant recognition for her scientific excellence. Her paper on ultrasonic testing of carbon fiber composites was selected for promotion under the China Association for Science and Technology’s “Bilingual Communication Project 2024,” a prestigious honor that highlights the academic value and international relevance of her research. She also earned the “Excellence Award” at the Second National Postdoctoral Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition – Liaoning Selection, reflecting her distinction in postdoctoral research and innovation.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As a rising academic leader, Dr. Hongjuan Yang is shaping the future of nondestructive testing through her interdisciplinary expertise in acoustics, mechanics, and artificial intelligence. Her legacy lies in the integration of physical modeling and data-driven algorithms for complex composite material analysis. Looking forward, her ongoing projects are poised to further redefine ultrasonic phased array technology by addressing structural irregularities in real-world applications. Her future contributions are expected to bridge scientific rigor with industrial applications, fostering smarter, safer, and more sustainable material diagnostics in aerospace, automotive, and civil engineering sectors.

ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

Beyond her research and teaching, Dr. Yang serves as a reviewer for reputed journals like Research in Nondestructive Evaluation, contributing to academic peer review and quality assurance in her domain. Her collaborative spirit and interdisciplinary projects enhance academic partnerships and foster innovation. As an associate professor, she continues to mentor the next generation of researchers and engineers, reinforcing her role as a thought leader in ultrasonic science and engineering.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

"Modeling and designing of a phased array comprising piezoelectric stack transducer for ultrasonic Lamb wave-based damage detection" 

  • Author: Hongjuan Yang
  • Journal: Structural Health Monitoring
  • Year: 2025