Şilem Özdem Alataş | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Şilem Özdem Alataş | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Şilem Özdem Alataş | Biological Sciences – Dokuz Eylül University, Turkey

Dr. Şilem Özdem Alataş is a rising academician and researcher in the field of pediatric infectious diseases, currently affiliated with Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. With a focused dedication to neonatal sepsis, febrile neutropenia, and COVID-19-related complications in children, she has built a strong portfolio of research contributions that have gained both national and international attention. Her work reflects a passion for improving clinical outcomes in vulnerable pediatric populations through evidence-based practice and collaborative research.

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🔹 Education:

Dr. Alataş completed her medical training and specialization in pediatric infectious diseases in Turkey, developing a strong foundation in both clinical care and research methodology. Her academic pathway at Dokuz Eylül University provided the technical and theoretical tools to address pressing challenges in pediatric infection management, diagnostics, and patient monitoring.

🔹 Experience:

With years of clinical and research experience in pediatric infections, Dr. Alataş has worked across multidisciplinary teams to address complex issues such as hematologic malignancy-related infections, neonatal diagnostic markers, and pediatric COVID-19 protocols. She is a contributing member of several institutional and multi-center studies and has co-authored peer-reviewed publications that are shaping pediatric healthcare policies and practices.

🔹 Research Interest:

Dr. Alataş’s research interests are centered around pediatric infectious diseases, particularly in high-risk groups such as neonates and immunocompromised children. She is focused on developing better diagnostic tools and treatment algorithms for febrile neutropenia, neonatal sepsis, systemic viral infections, and rare pediatric infectious diseases. Her investigations into the neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio, salivary biomarkers, and disease trends during pandemics highlight her dedication to data-driven clinical improvements.

🔹 Award:

Though she has not yet received a formal individual research award, Dr. Alataş’s scholarly contributions make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her articles have been cited across pediatric and infectious disease journals, and her research continues to inform clinical protocols and academic discussions in her field. Her recognition is growing steadily, and this nomination acknowledges her influence and potential for future innovation.

🔹 Publications:

  1. 📄 “Diagnostic value of neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio and mean platelet volume on early onset neonatal sepsis on term neonate” – Journal of Pediatric Intensive Care, 2021 – Cited by 34
  2. 🦠 “Etiology and factors affecting severe complications and mortality of febrile neutropenia in children with acute leukemia” – Turkish Journal of Hematology, 2023 – Cited by 11
  3. 🧪 “Evaluation of possible effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on febrile neutropenia episodes in children with acute leukemia” – Journal of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, 2022 – Cited by 3
  4. 🧬 “The clinical follow-up and management of COVID-19 in children and adolescents with an immunocompromised state or a malignancy” – Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences, 2022 – Cited by 3
  5. 👃 “Complications of acute bacterial rhinosinusitis in children: a single tertiary care center” – Journal of Pediatric Infection, 2022 – Cited by 3
  6. 🦷 “Association among COVID-19, multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, and oral health status” – Brazilian Oral Research, 2023 – Cited by 1
  7. 🧫 “Newborn with branchial cleft cyst infection due to nocardia otitidiscaviarum” – The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal, 2024 – Cited by 1

🔹 Conclusion:

Dr. Şilem Özdem Alataş stands out as a promising early-career researcher whose contributions to pediatric infectious disease research are both timely and impactful. Her work spans critical areas such as infection diagnostics, clinical management of immunocompromised children, and response to emerging health crises like COVID-19. With a solid publication record, growing citation count, and collaborative research network, she is well-positioned for continued academic and clinical impact. Her nomination for the Best Researcher Award reflects a recognition of both her past achievements and her future potential in global pediatric health research.

 

 

 

Prof. Dr. Filippos Ververidis | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Filippos Ververidis | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Filippos Ververidis | Biochemistry – Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU), Greece

Prof. Filippos Ververidis is an internationally recognized expert in plant biochemistry and biotechnology whose research has made groundbreaking contributions to plant secondary metabolism, metabolic engineering, and environmental biotechnology. With over three decades of scientific inquiry, he has cultivated an academic reputation marked by innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a lasting influence on both scientific theory and applied biotechnological solutions. He has consistently contributed to expanding the scientific community’s understanding of plant-derived compounds and their functional integration into microbial hosts for pharmaceutical, agricultural, and environmental applications.

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Prof. Ververidis holds a comprehensive academic foundation in biological sciences, having pursued his higher education in plant physiology and biochemistry. His academic journey led him through rigorous training in molecular biology techniques and analytical chemistry methods, equipping him with a multidisciplinary edge essential for the complex challenges of modern biotechnology. His early focus on enzymatic regulation and phytohormonal activity in plants laid the groundwork for his future research trajectory into metabolic pathways and synthetic biology.

🧪 Experience:

With a long-standing tenure at the Hellenic Mediterranean University, Prof. Ververidis currently serves as Professor of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology. Throughout his academic career, he has held key roles in numerous research initiatives, including EU-funded projects and collaborative international studies. He has worked closely with prominent institutions such as the University of Crete, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, and the University of British Columbia. His contributions span the supervision of doctoral candidates, development of advanced undergraduate curricula, and strategic participation in global academic symposia. His co-authorships with globally respected researchers reflect his collaborative ethos and leadership within the biosciences research community.

🔬 Research Interest:

Prof. Ververidis’s research focuses primarily on plant metabolic pathways, with special emphasis on flavonoid biosynthesis, ethylene regulation, and the heterologous expression of phytochemicals in microbial hosts. His interdisciplinary work integrates plant biochemistry, microbiology, synthetic biology, and environmental science to develop sustainable solutions in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and ecological restoration. Moreover, his research has explored microalgae cultivation technologies for wastewater remediation and carbon sequestration, highlighting his commitment to addressing global environmental challenges through bio-innovation.

🏅 Award:

As a scientist with over 3,000 citations and an h-index of 20, Prof. Ververidis has earned widespread recognition for the enduring relevance of his research. His ability to influence diverse scientific domains through integrative methodologies and high-impact publications makes him a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His scholarly excellence has not only elevated his field but also contributed meaningfully to practical advancements in agriculture, health, and green technologies.

📚 Publications:

📘 1. Biotechnology of flavonoids and other phenylpropanoid‐derived natural products. Part I: Chemical diversity, impacts on plant biology and human health
🗓 2007 | 📚 Biotechnology Journal | 📊 Cited by: 667
🌿 A comprehensive review exploring the chemical structures, biological functions, and biotechnological applications of plant-derived flavonoids.
📘 2. Complete recovery in vitro of ethylene-forming enzyme activity
🗓 1991 | 📚 Phytochemistry | 📊 Cited by: 399
🍈 A foundational study detailing enzymatic pathways in ethylene biosynthesis relevant to fruit ripening and plant hormone regulation.
📘 3. Metabolic engineering of the complete pathway leading to heterologous biosynthesis of various flavonoids and stilbenoids in Saccharomyces cerevisiae
🗓 2009 | 📚 Metabolic Engineering | 📊 Cited by: 325
🧬 Demonstrates advanced synthetic biology approaches to reconstruct plant metabolic pathways in yeast for bioactive compound production.
📘 4. Microalgal biofilms: A further step over current microalgal cultivation techniques
🗓 2019 | 📚 Science of the Total Environment | 📊 Cited by: 233
🌱 Evaluates novel biofilm-based microalgal cultivation methods for sustainable biomass and bioenergy production.
📘 5. When plants produce not enough or at all: Metabolic engineering of flavonoids in microbial hosts
🗓 2015 | 📚 Frontiers in Plant Science | 📊 Cited by: 136
🧫 Focuses on improving production of valuable plant compounds through microbial engineering in industrial biotechnology contexts.
📘 6. Biotechnology of flavonoids and other phenylpropanoid‐derived natural products. Part II: Reconstruction of multienzyme pathways in plants and microbes
🗓 2007 | 📚 Biotechnology Journal | 📊 Cited by: 136
🧪 Explores techniques for reassembling complex biosynthetic routes in transgenic systems for pharmaceutical and agricultural use.
📘 7. Sensitive cells: enabling tools for static and dynamic control of microbial metabolic pathways
🗓 2015 | 📚 Current Opinion in Biotechnology | 📊 Cited by: 102
🔬 Discusses innovations in microbial biosensing and gene regulation for efficient bioproduction and metabolic feedback control.

✅ Conclusion:

Prof. Filippos Ververidis exemplifies the excellence, innovation, and impact that the Best Researcher Award seeks to recognize. His body of work transcends disciplinary boundaries, advancing both theoretical frameworks and practical applications in plant science and environmental biotechnology. Through his commitment to rigorous research, collaborative synergy, and solution-driven science, he has contributed not only to academic progress but also to the societal and ecological needs of the 21st century. Recognizing Prof. Ververidis with this award would honor a career dedicated to pushing scientific frontiers and mentoring the next generation of biotechnologists.