Akash Dwarka Shivling Mali | Neuroscience | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Akash Dwarka Shivling Mali | Neuroscience | Young Scientist Award

Scientist at Shivaji University, Kolhapur, India

Dr. Akash Shivling Mali  is a neuroscientist currently working at Jena University Hospital in Germany. He earned his Ph.D. in Animal Physiology from Charles University in Prague in 2023, following a Master’s in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology from Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania, and a Bachelor’s in Biomedicine from the University of Würzburg, Germany.

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Academic Background:

Dr. Mali earned his Ph.D. in Animal Physiology from Charles University in Prague, Czechia (2023), following a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology from Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania (2017), and a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedicine from the University of Würzburg, Germany (2014).

Research Expertise:

His scientific work centers on GPCR signaling in microglial pathophysiology, glioblastoma, amyloid-beta toxicity, BTK inhibitors, and mechanisms like autophagy and cellular senescence. Dr. Mali is well-trained in both in vivo and in vitro models, including transgenic mouse models. His technical skillset includes RT-PCR, RNA sequencing, cell culture, Western blotting, flow cytometry, ELISA, and advanced imaging and data analysis tools such as GraphPad Prism and ZEN.

Research Experience:

He has held various research positions in India and Europe, including at ThermoFisher Scientific (Czechia), Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Jena University, Charles University Faculty of Pharmacy, and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, among others. His roles have ranged from conducting cancer and neuroscience research to supervising students and performing data analytics.

Student Mentorship:

Dr. Mali has successfully mentored over 10 undergraduate and graduate students, many of whom have published research or received awards. One of his mentees earned the Best Thesis Award and was selected for a Ph.D. at the University of Houston, USA.

Awards and Grants:

He has received several prestigious grants and honors, including:

  • Grant Agency of Universita Karlova (GA UK): CZK 900,000 (2020–2023)

  • Erasmus+ Scholarship: €15,000

  • Highest Academic Achievement Award: €15,000

Science Outreach and Teaching:

A dedicated science communicator, Dr. Mali has organized community science fairs, delivered interactive science workshops, and taught as an assistant professor. He has received the Best Teacher Award and recognition for Best Oral Presentation at a scientific conference.

Editorial Roles and Publications:

He is the author of two textbooks (“Textbook of Nanobiology, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” and “Introduction to Python”) and an active peer reviewer for several journals including Frontiers in Immunology and Journal of Nanobiotechnology. Dr. Mali also serves as Associate Editor for multiple pharmaceutical and biological research journals.

Professional Memberships:

He is a member of the Signal Transduction Society (Germany) and the Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council (India).

Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

  • Total Citations: 248

  • Citations Since 2020: 204

  • h-index: 8

  • h-index Since 2020: 8

  • i10-index: 8

  • i10-index Since 2020: 8

Publication Top Notes:

1. Formulation and Evaluation of Multipurpose Herbal Cream
2015
Citations: 76

2. Opioid receptor activation suppresses the neuroinflammatory response by promoting microglial M2 polarization
2022
Citations: 23

3. A brief review on process analytical technology (PAT)
2016
Citations: 22

4. Smart cane for blind person assisted with android application and save our souls transmission
2018
Citations: 19

5. Opioids alleviate oxidative stress via the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway in LPS-stimulated microglia
2023
Citations: 15

6. Genetic insights of cholesterol and atherosclerosis: complex biology
2018
Citations: 15

7. COVID-19 impact on reproduction and fertility
2021
Citations: 13

8. Interaction of 2,6,7-trihydroxy-xanthene-3-ones with iron and copper, and biological effect of the most active derivative on breast cancer cells and erythrocytes
2020
Citations: 12

9. Automated unified trolley system for LPG leakage detection with safety measures and refill booking
2018
Citations: 8

10. In vitro propagation of pomegranate
2018
Citations: 5

11. Development of cosmeceutical cream for dermatitis and acne vulgaris
2018
Citations: 5

12. Design and Development of Nanoemulsion of Smilax China for Anti-Psoriasis Activity
2024
Citations: 4

13. MIGRAINE IS NOT JUST A HEADACHE.
2018
Citations: 4

14. A image security with image steganography using DCT coefficient and encryption
2016
Citations: 4

15. Past, present and future about Ebola virus diseases: An updated review
2016
Citations: 4

16. Oral drug delivery system challenges to pediatrics and current approaches
2018
Citations: 3

17. Design and development of cosmeceutical cream for hyperpigmentation and anti-aging
2018
Citations: 3

18. Therapeutic gases pharmacology and its advanced delivery
2017
Citations: 3

19. Antinociceptive and Antioxidant Activities of Methanolic Extract of Leaves of Azadirachta Indica (Neem)
2019
Citations: 2

20. Zika virus disease
2018
Citations: 2

Akash Shivling Mali | Neuroscience | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Akash Shivling Mali | Neuroscience | Young Scientist Award

Scientist at Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany

Dr. Akash S. Mali is an accomplished neuroscientist with over eight years of multidisciplinary research experience across Europe and India. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Physiology from Charles University, Czechia, and a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology from Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania, with a foundational degree in Pharmacy from Shivaji University, India.

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Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Animal Physiology – Charles University, Prague, Czechia

  • M.Sc. in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology – Vytautas Magnus University, Kaunas, Lithuania

  • B.Pharm. – Shivaji University, Kolhapur, India

Research Expertise:

  • Neuroinflammation and microglial polarization

  • 2D/3D cell culture and organoids

  • Immunohistochemistry, MEA, flow cytometry, PCR

  • Drug delivery systems and antiviral drug mechanisms

  • Scientific writing and data analysis

Work Experience:

  • Scientist, University Hospital Jena, Germany (2024–present)

  • Data Scientist, ThermoFisher Scientific, Czechia (2022–2024)

  • Visiting Researcher, University Hospital Jena, Germany (2022)

  • Assistant Professor, DBATU, India (2017–2018)

  • Production Operator, Aditi Pharmaceuticals, India (2014)

Key Publications:

  1. Int. J. Mol. Sci. (2023) – Oxidative stress alleviation via Nrf2/HO1 in microglia

  2. Mol. Cell Neurosci. (2022) – Microglial M2 polarization via opioid receptors

  3. JBRA Assist Reprod. (2021) – COVID-19’s impact on fertility

  4. Applied Sciences (2020) – Breast cancer and erythrocyte effects of metal chelators

  5. IJPSN (2016) – Microparticulate drug delivery for hydrochlorothiazide

Awards & Grants:

  • Best Researcher Award (Physiology) – Govt. of India (2022)

  • Travel Grant – Signal Transduction Society, Germany (2022)

  • 3-Year Research Grant – Charles University (2020–2022)

  • Highest Academic Achievement Award – Vytautas Magnus University (2015)

Conferences:

  • Signal Transduction Society Meeting, Germany (2022)

  • Nature Vital Science Conference, Lithuania (2015)

Books Authored:

  • Textbook of Nanobiology, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

  • Introduction of Python

Professional Affiliations:

  • Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council

  • Signal Transduction Society

  • International Society for Molecular Neurodegeneration

  • Italian Glia Network

Citation Metrics (as per Google Scholar):

  • Total Citations: 247

  • Citations Since 2020: 203

  • h-index: 8

  • i10-index: 8

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Formulation and Evaluation of Multipurpose Herbal Cream
    International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), 4(11), pp. 1495–1498, 2015. Cited by: 76

  2. Opioid Receptor Activation Suppresses the Neuroinflammatory Response by Promoting Microglial M2 Polarization
    Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience, 121, 103744, 2022. Cited by: 22

  3. A Brief Review on Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
    International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research, 8(1), pp. 10–15, 2016. Cited by: 21

  4. Smart Cane for Blind Person Assisted with Android Application and SOS Transmission
    International Journal of Engineering and Management Research, 8(3), pp. 235–240, 2018. Cited by: 19

  5. Opioids Alleviate Oxidative Stress via the Nrf2/HO-1 Pathway in LPS-Stimulated Microglia
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(13), 11089, 2023. Cited by: 15

  6. Genetic Insights of Cholesterol and Atherosclerosis: Complex Biology
    Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Research, 8(3), pp. 175–184, 2018. Cited by: 15

  7. COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction and Fertility
    JBRA Assisted Reproduction, 25(2), pp. 310–313, 2021. Cited by: 13

  8. Interaction of 2,6,7-Trihydroxy-Xanthene-3-Ones with Iron and Copper, and Biological Effect on Breast Cancer Cells and Erythrocytes
    Applied Sciences, 10(14), 4846, 2020. Cited by: 12

  9. Automated Unified Trolley System for LPG Leakage Detection with Safety Measures and Refill Booking
    International Journal of Engineering and Management Research, 8(3), pp. 224–228, 2018. Cited by: 8

  10. In Vitro Propagation of Pomegranate
    International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 2018. Cited by: 6

  11. Development of Cosmeceutical Cream for Dermatitis and Acne Vulgaris
    Research Journal of Topical and Cosmetic Sciences, 9(1), pp. 33–36, 2018. Cited by: 5

  12. Design and Development of Nanoemulsion of Smilax china for Anti-Psoriasis Activity
    International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2024. Cited by: 4

  13. Migraine Is Not Just a Headache
    Pharma Science Monitor, 9(1), 2018. Cited by: 4

  14. Image Security with Image Steganography Using DCT Coefficient and Encryption
    International Journal of Innovations in Engineering Research and Technology, 2016. Cited by: 4

  15. Past, Present and Future About Ebola Virus Diseases: An Updated Review
    Journal of Pharmacy Practice and Community Medicine, 2(2), 2016. Cited by: 4

  16. Oral Drug Delivery System Challenges to Pediatrics and Current Approaches
    PharmaTutor, 6(6), pp. 9–13, 2018. Cited by: 3

  17. Design and Development of Cosmeceutical Cream for Hyperpigmentation and Anti-Aging
    International Journal of Advanced Community Medicine, 1, pp. 27–31, 2018. Cited by: 3

  18. Therapeutic Gases Pharmacology and Its Advanced Delivery
    PharmaTutor, 5(1), pp. 37–41, 2017. Cited by: 3

  19. Antinociceptive and Antioxidant Activities of Methanolic Extract of Leaves of Azadirachta indica (Neem)
    bioRxiv, preprint, 2019. Cited by: 2

  20. Zika Virus Disease
    International Journal of Advanced Community Medicine, 2018. Cited by: 2

Fangxue Yang | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fangxue Yang | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Xiangya Hospital of Central South University China

Fangxue Yang is a dedicated PhD candidate in Medicine at Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, China. 🎓 Her research is rooted in neuroradiology, with a strong focus on brain function and structure imaging. She brings together clinical experience and biomedical research, especially in MRI-based analysis, to support early diagnosis and personalized treatment approaches. Aiming to bridge the clinical-research divide, she contributes actively to academic discussions, peer-reviewed publications, and collaborative projects. 🧠🔍

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🎓 Education

Fangxue Yang is currently pursuing her Doctorate (PhD) in Medicine at Central South University, focusing on neuroradiology. Her academic foundation is grounded in clinical medicine, complemented by strong expertise in advanced imaging modalities such as MRI and deep learning applications in medical diagnostics.

🏥 Experience

With a balanced background in both clinical radiology and biomedical research, Fangxue Yang has cultivated hands-on experience in neuroimaging and MRI-based diagnostics. As a researcher at the Department of Radiology, Xiangya Hospital, she works closely with multidisciplinary teams on projects involving deep learning and imaging informatics. Her contributions support early detection of neurological disorders, with an emphasis on integrating AI with radiological practice. 🧑‍⚕️💻

🔬 Research Interest

Her research interests lie at the intersection of neuroradiology, brain imaging, and artificial intelligence in medical diagnostics. Specifically, she is focused on the early detection of radiation-induced brain injury using deep learning models and automated MRI analysis. Her vision is to enhance precision medicine through AI-driven solutions and imaging informatics. 🧠🤖🖼️

🏆 Awards

Fangxue Yang is a nominee for the Best Researcher Award 🏅 in recognition of her impactful contributions to AI-assisted neuroradiology and her commitment to translational research. Her innovative work continues to earn attention from academic and clinical communities, setting the stage for future accolades in medical imaging and radiological science. 🌟

📚 Publications Top Notes:

 Automated deep learning-assisted early detection of radiation-induced temporal lobe injury on MRI: a multicenter retrospective analysis
📌 Published in: European Radiology (2025)
📈 Cited by articles: View on SpringerLink

White matter functional and structural alterations of spinocerebellar ataxia type 3: A longitudinal MRI study