Liliana Mihalcea | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Liliana Mihalcea | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. University Dunarea de Jos of Galati , Faculty of Food Science and Engineering Romania

Dr. Liliana Mihalcea is a distinguished Associate Professor and researcher at the Dunărea de Jos University of Galați, Romania. Her expertise lies in advanced extraction methods, modern processing technologies, and food industry equipment. With a prolific career in teaching, research, and project management, Dr. Mihalcea has contributed significantly to food science and engineering.

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Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Food Science and Engineering (2007), Dunărea de Jos University of Galați, supported by a Marie Curie Fellowship.
  • Postdoctoral Researcher (2011), exploring enzymatic reactions in supercritical fluids.
  • Completed various international fellowships, including programs at the University of Valladolid, Spain, and the University of Burgos, Spain.

Professional Experience 💼

  • Associate Professor (2014 – Present): Courses, labs, and research mentoring in food science and engineering.
  • Vice-Dean (2016 – 2020): Coordinated student activities and faculty research documentation.
  • Head of Laboratory (2020 – Present): Overseeing physico-chemical and microbiological analyses of food products.
  • Project Manager: Leads innovative projects on bioactive compounds and food by-products, with substantial EU funding.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Supercritical Fluid Extraction
  • Modern Processing Technologies
  • Bioactive Compound Encapsulation
  • Functional Ingredients and Food Sustainability

Awards & Recognitions 🏆

  • Marie Curie Fellowship (2007): For groundbreaking research in enzymatic reactions within supercritical fluids.
  • Multiple grants from the EU and Romanian funding bodies for innovation in food science.

Publications Top Notes:📚

Transglutaminase mediated microencapsulation of sea buckthorn supercritical CO2 extract in whey protein isolate and valorization in highly value added food products

CO2 Supercritical Fluid Extraction of Oleoresins from Sea Buckthorn Pomace: Evidence of Advanced Bioactive Profile and Selected Functionality

Microencapsulation of red grape juice by freeze drying and application in jelly formulation

Fostering lavender as a source for valuable bioactives for food and pharmaceutical applications through extraction and microencapsulation

Characterization of walnut (Juglans regia L.) green husk extract obtained by supercritical carbon dioxide fluid extraction

Liaqat Ali | Biology and Life Sciences | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Liaqat Ali | Biology and Life Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Pakistan University of swat Pakistan

Liaqat Ali is a passionate researcher with expertise in Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, and Microbiology. With a strong academic foundation and extensive hands-on experience, he is eager to contribute to innovative research in a collaborative, results-oriented environment. Liaqat’s work focuses on advancing antimicrobial solutions and exploring bioinformatics for vaccine development.

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Education 🎓

Bachelor’s in Biotechnology
University of Swat, Pakistan (2019–2024)

  • Final Grade: 3.65/4.0
  • Thesis: “Unveiling the Antibacterial Potential in Synergistic Combination of Silver Nanoparticles and Gum of Moringa Oleifera”
    Focus: Antimicrobials, Medicinal Plants, Silver Nanoparticles

Higher Secondary School Certificate (F.Sc Pre-Medical)
Hira High School and College Shahdheri, Pakistan (2017–2019)

  • Grade: A

Diploma in Information Technology
Completed: 2021

Experience 🧪

Research Assistant
Center for Biotechnology & Microbiology, University of Swat (2023–Present)

  • Conducting literature reviews and preparing scientific articles
  • Performing aseptic bacterial culture techniques and manuscript preparation

Intern
Public Health Reference Laboratory, Khyber Medical University (2023–Present)

  • Gained expertise in PCR techniques, biosafety, and bacterial serology

Research Interests 🔬

Liaqat’s research interests include:

  • Development of antimicrobial agents using nanotechnology
  • Exploring bioinformatics for vaccine strategies
  • Advancing molecular biology techniques to combat infectious diseases

Awards & Achievements 🏆

  • 1st Position in Presentation Competition (2022) by Youth Development Institute (YDI)
  • Multiple certifications in biosciences, clinical workshops, and training seminars
  • Awarded for active participation in conferences, including BIOCON 2023

Publications Top Notes:📚

Immobilization of Silver Nanoparticles with Defensive Gum of Moringa oleifera for Antibacterial Efficacy
Pharmaceuticals, 17(11), 1546 (2024)
Cited by: Emerging research in silver nanoparticle applications

Exploring Stevioside Binding Affinity with Various Proteins
Frontiers in Pharmacology (2024)
DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1377916

Developing a Novel Computational Strategy for a Multi-Epitope Vaccination Against the Guanarito Virus
Journal of Emerging Trends and Novel Research (2024)
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Unraveling the Combinational Approach for Antibacterial Efficacy Using Medicinal Herbs
Creative Commons Attribution (2024)
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Frequency of Helicobacter pylori Amongst Patients with Gastrointestinal Symptoms
Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal (2024)
DOI: 10.54112/bcsrj.v2024i1.930

Antibiogram Assay of E. Coli Isolates in Patients with Urinary Tract Infection
Biological and Clinical Sciences Research Journal (2024)

Time and Concentration-Dependent Antioxidant Potential in Gum of Araucaria Heterophylla
Journal of Antioxidants and BioResources (2023)
DOI: 10.47278/journal.abr/2023.024