Adeeba Ali Hidayat Ullah | Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Adeeba Ali Hidayat Ullah | Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

University of Central Punjab, Pakistan

Adeeba Ali Hidayat Ullah (born 6 June 2002) is a passionate young biotechnologist from Lahore, Pakistan, currently pursuing a BS in Biotechnology at the University of Central Punjab. Her academic journey is marked by strong achievements, including a merit-based scholarship and multiple awards in scientific competitions.

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Academic Background:

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology (2021–2025)
University of Central Punjab, Lahore
Awarded merit-based scholarship and consistently ranked among top-performing students.

Research and Publications:

Adeeba has authored several research publications in areas such as in-silico vaccine design, molecular docking, drug discovery using AI, and nanotechnology applications in food. Notable works include:

  • Computational design of a glycosylated multi-epitope vaccine against HAsV-1 and HAsV-2 astrovirus

  • Deep learning and artificial intelligence for drug discovery

  • Eco-Friendly Synthesis Methods of Gold Nanoparticles
    She has also published a 16S rRNA gene sequence in NCBI and presented multiple abstracts at national and international conferences.

Internships and Work Experience:

Food Safety Intern, Diversey Pvt Ltd (Feb–May 2025)
Worked on CIP validation and food storage assessments across companies like Pepsi, Nestlé, Coca-Cola.

Lab Intern, Horizon Hospital (Mar–Jun 2023)
Gained hands-on experience in phlebotomy, hematology, biochemistry, and microbiology.

Junior Scientist, Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (Aug–Oct 2023)
Worked on PCR techniques, DNA extraction, contamination control, and data reporting.

Online Educator (Jan 2024–Present)
Conducts Zoom-based sessions on bioinformatics, article writing, and in-silico vaccine design for students.

Technical Skills:

Wet Lab Skills: DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, nanoparticle synthesis, microbiological culturing.
Dry Lab Skills: In-silico vaccine construction, molecular docking, vector cloning, primer design.
Software & IT: Microsoft Office, Canva, video conferencing platforms, basic graphic design.

Conferences and Presentations:

  • 12th International Conference on Biological and Computational Sciences (Islamabad, 2024)

  • 2nd International Conference on Emerging Horizons in Science and Technology (Lahore, 2024)
    Presented multiple abstracts on vaccine design, AI in cancer drug discovery, and biodegradation analysis.

Awards and Recognition:

  • 2nd Place – Model & Poster Competition (2023)

  • Merit-based Scholarship – University of Central Punjab (2021)

  • 3rd Place – Entrepreneurship Competition (2024)

  • Certificate of Participation – 9th Bioinformatics Poster Competition (2024)

Interpersonal Qualities:

  • Leadership and initiative in research environments

  • Strong communication and teaching skills

  • Highly motivated and research-oriented

  • Strong curiosity in computational biology

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Computational Design of a Glycosylated Multi-Epitope Vaccine Against HAsV-1 and HAsV-2 Astrovirus for Acute Gastroenteritis
    M. Naveed, A. Ali, T. Aziz, N. Ali, H.M. Rehman, A.A. Khan, T. ul Haq, et al.
    Scientific Reports, 15(1), Article 13954, 2025.

  2. Development of a Novel Multiepitope Vaccine Against Menangle Virus (MenV) Using In-Silico Approaches by Targeting Its Transmembrane Proteins
    M. Naveed, A. Ali, T. Aziz, N. Fatima, S. Amjad, F. Fatima, A.A. Khan, M. Alharbi, et al.
    Scientific Reports, 15(1), Article 13715, 2025.

  3. Comparative Analysis of the Degradation Potential of Enzymes Obtained from Escherichia coli Against Toxicity of VAT Dyes Through Molecular Docking
    M. Naveed, A. Arshad, T. Aziz, A. Ali, S. Ibrahim, A. Atta, M.S.U. Din, A. Sarwar, et al.
    Desalination and Water Treatment, 321, Article 101064, 2025.

AHMED EISA ELHAG IBRAHIM | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. AHMED EISA ELHAG IBRAHIM | Biology and Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Research Specialist (Postdoc) Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Polish Academy of Science Poland

Dr. Ahmed Eisa Elhag Ibrahim is a Sudanese veterinary virologist and researcher specializing in molecular virology, infectious diseases, and bioinformatics. Currently, he serves as a Research Specialist (Postdoc) at the Institute of Biochemistry and Biophysics (IBB), Polish Academy of Science (PAS), Warsaw, Poland. With a robust academic and research background, Dr. Ahmed has contributed extensively to veterinary virology through teaching, research, and international collaborations.

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Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Veterinary Virology (2023), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkey (GPA: 4.00)
  • Master of Tropical Animal Health (2012), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Khartoum, Sudan (Excellent Grade)
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) (2007), University of Khartoum, Sudan (Very Good Grade)

Experience 💼

  • Research Specialist (Postdoc), IBB, Polish Academy of Science, Poland (2023 – Present)
  • Lecturer (Instructor), Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, University of Gadarif, Sudan (2016 – Present)
  • Research Associate (Doctoral Fellowship), Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkey (2017 – 2023)
  • Research Intern, ICBAS, University of Porto, Portugal (2022)

Research Interests 🌐

Dr. Ahmed specializes in:

  • Virology and infectious diseases in animals
  • Molecular epidemiology of viral pathogens
  • Host-pathogen interactions and immune responses
  • Bioinformatics and phylogenetic analysis
  • Zoonotic diseases and public health

Awards & Achievements 🏆

  • Represented Sudan in the 1st International Youth Movement for Regional Development, Turkey (2011)
  • Poster presenter at the 3rd Conference of the International Society of Camelids Research and Development (ISOCARD), Oman (2012)
  • Awarded the Erasmus+ Scholarship for research exchange at the University of Porto, Portugal (2022)

Publications Top Notes: 📚

The first serological report for genotype C bovine parainfluenza 3 virus in ruminants of mid-northern Turkey (2019) – Tropical Biomedicine

Seroprevalence of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever and lumpy skin disease in domesticated water buffaloes in northern Turkey (2020) – Tropical Biomedicine

Field Investigation and Phylogenetic Characterization of Orfvirus (ORFV) and Pseudocowpoxvirus (PCPV) in Sudanese livestock (2020) – Heliyon

Molecular identification of bovine herpesvirus-1 (BoHV-1) in Turkish cattle (2020) – Medycyna Weterynaryjna

Protective activity of camel’s milk and urine against ethanol-induced hepatotoxicity in rats (2017) – Advances in Bioscience and Biotechnology

First isolation of indigenous bovine respiratory syncytial virus in Turkish cattle (2020) – Animals

A serosurvey for Bovine respirovirus 3 in Turkish domestic ruminants (2021) – Vet. Med. and Sci.

Serosurveillance of West Nile Virus in backyard hens in Turkey (2021) – Vet. Med. and Sci.

Molecular characterization of Pigeon aviadenovirus A and Pigeon circovirus in Turkish pigeons (2022) – Vet. Med. and Sci.

Extensive molecular survey on SARS-CoV-2 in companion animals in Turkey (2023) – Vet. and Anim. Sci.

First isolation and molecular characterization of canine parvovirus-type 2b (CPV-2b) in wild red foxes of Turkey (2023) – Virology Journal

Dr. Ahmed Eisa Elhag Ibrahim continues to contribute significantly to veterinary virology, with a strong record of publications, research projects, and international collaborations.