Dr. Donghui Zhao | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Changzhou University | China

Dr. Donghui Zhao is a dynamic and dedicated researcher in the field of nanomedicine, currently serving as a Lecturer at the School of Pharmacy, Changzhou University. A graduate of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, with a major in Biomedical Engineering, Dr. Zhao has consistently demonstrated academic excellence and a passion for advancing scientific discovery. His research direction focuses on the development and application of nanomaterials for therapeutic innovation, particularly exploring the unique properties of nanoscale systems for biomedical use. With a growing reputation in the scientific community, Dr. Zhao has authored and co-authored 10 peer-reviewed papers indexed in SCI and Scopus databases, with an h-index of 5 and a total of 19 citations, reflecting the early yet meaningful impact of his research contributions. His work aims to push the boundaries of nanotechnology by exploring the potential of nanocarriers for drug delivery, targeted therapy, and diagnostics. Beyond publications, Dr. Zhao has been actively involved in advancing intellectual property development, holding six patents related to nanomaterial applications in medicine, which underscores his commitment to translational research and innovation. His contributions bridge fundamental science and applied pharmaceutical research, paving the way for the next generation of targeted treatments. Dr. Zhao’s efforts are focused on exploring more possibilities and potentials of nanomaterials, an area of research that holds immense promise for addressing some of the most pressing medical challenges of the 21st century. His long-term vision is to develop safe, effective, and affordable nanomedicines that can improve therapeutic efficacy while minimizing side effects, thus benefiting patients worldwide. As a faculty member, he mentors students in the fundamentals of nanotechnology, fostering an environment of curiosity, critical thinking, and scientific rigor. He is also actively engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations to integrate nanomaterials with pharmacology and biomedical engineering principles, further enhancing the scope and societal relevance of his research.Dr. Zhao’s career trajectory exemplifies the spirit of innovation, commitment to research excellence, and passion for knowledge dissemination that are essential for shaping the future of science and technology. These attributes make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, as his work continues to create a significant impact on both the academic community and the development of advanced biomedical solutions.

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Featured Publications

Cholesteryl Succinate-Modified Antimicrobial Peptides for Selective Sterilization of Staphylococcus aureus in Photodynamic Therapy

Advances in Carbon Dot Based Enhancement of Photodynamic Therapy of Tumors

Nanoplatforms Derived from Iron Dextran Combined with Ascorbic Acid for Enhanced Photothermal-Chemodynamic Therapy of Tumors

Antimicrobial Peptide Nanoparticle-Based Microneedle Patches for the Treatment of Bacteria-Infected Wounds

In Situ Synthesis of Multifunctional Tellurium Nanorods Stabilized by Polypeptide-Engineered for Photothermal-Sonodynamic Combination Therapy of Tumors

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mingzhu Song | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

School of Preclinical Medicine | Chengdu University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mingzhu Song is an accomplished materials scientist and researcher at the School of Preclinical Medicine, Chengdu University, where he has made significant contributions to the fields of nanomedicine, tumor immunotherapy, and advanced drug delivery systems. With a strong academic foundation in Materials Science and Engineering, Dr. Song has served as a senior visiting scholar at Chiang Mai University and Georgia State University, where he collaborated with international teams and expanded his research horizons. His work focuses on the preparation of multifunctional nanomedicine delivery systems, transitioning from single-drug carriers to multifunctional, smart-responsive materials with hierarchical and core–shell structures. By combining structural innovation and active immune dual-targeting surface modifications, his research addresses critical clinical challenges, including poor drug targeting, low therapeutic efficacy, and high recurrence rates in tumor treatment. Dr. Song’s research on anti-tumor immune response represents a paradigm shift, transforming “cold tumors” into “hot tumors,” improving immunotherapy response rates, and establishing long-term anti-tumor immune memory. He leads multiple research projects, including grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Natural Science Foundation of Sichuan Province, focusing on photodynamic-immunological synergistic therapy and ROS-triggered ferroptosis-based cancer treatments. As a mentor, Dr. Song actively guides postgraduate students in entrepreneurship, bridging academic innovation and real-world application. He currently serves as a youth editorial board member for several international academic journals, including iMeta, Exploration, Food & Medicine Homology, Science of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Current Pharmaceutical Analysis, where he contributes to shaping the future of scientific publishing. Dr. Song is also a member of the Chinese Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Chinese Society for Cell Biology. With over a decade of research experience, multiple Chinese patents, and a growing body of highly cited publications in top-tier journals such as Nano-Micro Letters, Coordination Chemistry Reviews, and Theranostics, Dr. Song has positioned himself as a leading figure in precision tumor immunotherapy research. His interdisciplinary approach integrates materials science, immunology, and oncology, providing a scientific basis for developing next-generation therapies that are safer, more effective, and more personalized. His work not only pushes the boundaries of scientific discovery but also provides practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in modern cancer treatment, making him an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Dr. Heera Jayan | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Heera Jayan is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Jiangsu University, China, with a Ph.D. in Food Science and Engineering from South China University of Technology. Her research focuses on microbial food safety and advanced analytical methods, with a particular emphasis on Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) for microbial activity and contaminant detection. She has led multiple funded projects, published extensively in high-impact journals, and contributed to the development of nanotechnology- and microfluidics-based rapid detection systems. Her work reflects a balance of technical innovation, scholarly excellence, and international collaboration.

Dr. Heera Jayan | Jiangsu University | China

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Education

Dr. Jayan holds a PhD in Food Science and Engineering from South China University of Technology. Her doctoral research emphasized microbial safety and the use of innovative analytical technologies for food quality assessment. She later pursued postdoctoral research at Jiangsu University, expanding her expertise into nanotechnology-driven methods for rapid microbial detection. Her educational foundation blends traditional food science with modern innovations in spectroscopy and microfluidics, providing a comprehensive base for high-level research and global collaboration.

Research and Innovations

Dr. Jayan has completed and participated in three funded research projects, including one at the national level where she served as principal investigator. Her innovative contributions integrate spectroscopy, nanotechnology, and microfluidics to address real-time detection of pathogens and food contaminants. By focusing on practical, scalable solutions, she bridges the gap between research and real-world application. Her advanced work with SERS positions her at the forefront of developing efficient tools for food safety evaluation, a critical need in global food systems.

Research Contributions

Dr. Jayan has completed one national-level funded project and actively participated in two others, focusing on microbial detection and food quality evaluation. She has published over 42 research papers in reputed journals, including both original articles and reviews. Her work emphasizes real-time detection of contaminants and pathogens using advanced methods like SERS and nanotechnology-based tools. These contributions have advanced the global understanding of microbial food safety and rapid diagnostic techniques.

Research Focus

Dr. Jayan’s research revolves around food safety and quality analysis, with a focus on developing real-time solutions for microbial detection and contaminant evaluation. She integrates techniques from nanotechnology, spectroscopy, and microfluidics to achieve rapid, accurate, and scalable detection platforms. Her work bridges fundamental research with practical applications in food safety, addressing both global public health concerns and industrial challenges.

Publications

Intelligent Gas Sensors for Food Safety and Quality Monitoring: Advances, Applications, and Future Directions
Authors: Heera Jayan; Ruiyun Zhou; Chanjun Sun; Chen Wang; Limei Yin; Xiaobo Zou; Zhiming Guo
Journal: Foods, 2025-08-01

Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Food Industry
Authors: Heera Jayan; Weiqing Min; Zhiming Guo
Journal: Foods, 2025-04-01

Flexible label-free SERS substrate with alginate-chitosan@silver nanocube for in situ nondestructive detection of thiram on apples
Authors: Zhiming Guo; Yuxia Zheng; Chen Wang; Heera Jayan; Limei Yin; Hesham R. El-Seedi; Yunyun Gong; Xiaobo Zou
Journal: Talanta, 2025-02

Assembly of stabilized dendritic magnetic ferric-silver nanocomposite with gold nanoparticles for sensitive detection of ochratoxin A using SERS aptasensor
Authors: Limei Yin; Jianrong Cai; Heera Jayan; Nermeen Yosri; Usman Majeed; Zhiming Guo; Xiaobo Zou
Journal: Food Control, 2024-11

Dual function of magnetic nanocomposites-based SERS lateral flow strip for simultaneous detection of aflatoxin B1 and zearalenone
Authors: Limei Yin; Jianrong Cai; Lixin Ma; Tianyan You; Muhammad Arslan; Heera Jayan; Xiaobo Zou; Yunyun Gong
Journal: Food Chemistry, 2024-07

A film-like SERS aptasensor for sensitive detection of patulin based on GO@Au nanosheets
Authors: Shanshan Xue; Limei Yin; Shipeng Gao; Ruiyun Zhou; Yang Zhang; Heera Jayan; Hesham R. El-Seedi; Xiaobo Zou; Zhiming Guo
Journal: Food Chemistry, 2024-05

Core-satellite nanoassembly system with aptamer-conjugated Au@Ag nanoparticles for SERS detection of patulin in apples
Authors: Xinchen Wu; Limei Yin; Shipeng Gao; Ruiyun Zhou; Yang Zhang; Shanshan Xue; Heera Jayan; Hesham R. El-Seedi; Xiaobo Zou; Zhiming Guo
Journal: Food Control, 2024-05

Conclusion

Dr. Heera Jayan demonstrates exceptional promise as a researcher through her impactful publications, innovative approaches to food safety analysis, and leadership in research projects. While she could expand her professional footprint with more editorial and consultancy roles, her existing record strongly supports her nomination. She is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award, reflecting both her present accomplishments and future potential for scientific leadership.

Prof. Dr Yue Cao | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Yue Cao is an innovative researcher in the field of metasurfaces, metamaterials, and nanophotonics, with active academic roles at Lanzhou Jiaotong University. A Chinese national, she completed her Ph.D. at Southeast University, including a visiting research stint at the National University of Singapore. Her work focuses on encoded metasurfaces, optical imaging, and information encryption, with impressive contributions to high-impact journals. With awards including the Chien-Shiung Wu Memorial Fund for Women Scholars, she represents the next generation of pioneers in photonic material design.

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Education

Prof. Yue Cao holds a Ph.D. from Southeast University and completed an international research exchange as a Ph.D. student at the National University of Singapore. Her academic foundation blends strong theoretical knowledge with cutting-edge experimental techniques. she has been serving as a lecturer at Lanzhou Jiaotong University, where she continues to mentor students and lead research in optical metasurfaces.

Experience

Currently a lecturer at Lanzhou Jiaotong University, Prof. Cao has contributed to the fields of metamaterials and photonic engineering through academic teaching and high-level research. Her cross-disciplinary expertise in nanophotonics, metasurface imaging, and rail transport systems highlights her versatility. She has co-authored multiple impactful papers with international collaborators, including from Singapore, showcasing her experience in global academic partnerships.

Awards

Prof. Dr. Yue Cao has been recognized with several prestigious honors that highlight her excellence in both research and education. She received an Outstanding Teacher Qualification Certification, affirming her dedication to academic leadership and instructional quality. As a standout figure in science, she was also selected for the esteemed Women Scholars Program of the Chien-Shiung Wu Memorial Fund, celebrating her contributions as a woman in advanced research. Additionally, her early promise was acknowledged through an Outstanding Graduate Student Award, marking her academic brilliance and research potential from the outset.

Research Focus

Prof. Cao’s research focuses on optical and acoustic metasurfaces, particularly for imaging, steganography, and information encryption. Her work integrates nanophotonic design, encoded metasurfaces, and programmable light control, contributing to high-resolution, secure data visualization. Beyond fundamental science, she also explores practical uses in railway transportation equipment and nanodevice design, showing a commitment to application-driven research.

Publications

Chiral Grayscale Imaging Based on a Versatile Metasurface of Spin-Selective Manipulation
Authors: Yue Cao, Yi-Fei Sun, Zi-Yang Zhu, Qian-Wen Luo, Bo-Xiong Zhang, Xiao-Wei Sun, Ting Song
Journal: Materials (2025-07-05)

Multiplexing Optical Images for Steganography by Single Metasurfaces
Authors: Yue Cao, Lili Tang, Jiaqi Li, Chengkuo Lee, Zheng‐Gao Dong
Journal: Small (May 2023)

Decoupled Phase Modulation for Circularly Polarized Light via Chiral Metasurfaces
Authors: Renchao Jin, Lin Deng, Lili Tang, Yue Cao, Yongmin Liu, Zheng-Gao Dong
Journal: ACS Photonics (2023-01-18)

Spin-Selected Bifunctional Metasurface for Grayscale Image and Metalens
Authors: Lili Tang, Yue Cao, Weijie Shi, Jin Wang, Jiaqi Li, Zheng-Gao Dong
Journal: Optics Letters (2023-01-15)

Four-Channel Display and Encryption by Near-Field Reflection on Nanoprinting Metasurface
Authors: Yue Cao, Lili Tang, Jiaqi Li, Chengkuo Lee, Zheng-Gao Dong
Journal: Nanophotonics (2022-06-27)

Spin-Decoupled Omnidirectional Anomalous Refraction Based on a Single Metasurface
Authors: Lili Tang, Yue Cao, Renchao Jin, Ying-Hua Wang, Jiaqi Li, Jin Wang, Zheng-Gao Dong
Journal: Applied Physics Letters (2022-04-25)

Grayscale Image for Broadband Linear Polarization Measurement by an Ultracompact Metasurface
Authors: Yue Cao, Lili Tang, Renchao Jin, Jiaqi Li, Jin Wang, Zheng-Gao Dong
Journal: Optics Letters (2021-03-01)