Hamid Zaferani Arani | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Hamid Zaferani Arani | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Department of Surgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences | Iran

Dr. Hamid Zaferani Arani is an accomplished Iranian Medical Doctor (M.D.) and President of the knowledge-based company Ideh Pardazan Teb Gostar. A prolific researcher in oncology, neuroscience, and regenerative medicine, he has authored numerous publications, books, and patents. Recognized as a top national medical student (2021), his work spans clinical studies, biomedical innovation, and medical education.

Professional profile👤

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Extensive Research Output

    • Dr. Arani has a prolific publication record, with multiple peer-reviewed articles in reputable journals, including Plos OneOxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, and Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics.

    • His research spans cancer biology, neuroscience, regenerative medicine, and clinical medicine, demonstrating multidisciplinary expertise.

  2. Academic and Professional Leadership

    • President of a knowledge-based medical equipment company, indicating applied research and innovation in medical technology.

    • Active involvement in research centers (Cognitive and Neuroscience Research Center, Cancer Research Center) and professional associations (Iran’s National Elites Foundation).

  3. Conference Participation and Recognition

    • Invited speaker and board member at multiple international and national conferences (e.g., LIMSC in the Netherlands, International Breast Cancer Congress).

    • Recipient of numerous awards, including “Distinctive Researcher” (2016-2021) and “Top Student in Medicine in Iran” (2021).

  4. Innovation and Patents

    • Holds multiple patents, including medical devices and therapeutic formulations (e.g., oral medicine for neonatal jaundice, hearing aid technology).

    • Demonstrates translational research impact, bridging laboratory findings with clinical and industrial applications.

Education 🎓

  • M.D. (2014–2021): Faculty of Medicine, Islamic Azad University, Tehran Medical Sciences.

  • Research Training: Cognitive Neuroscience (CNRC), Cancer Research Center (Shahid Beheshti University), and international workshops in Leiden, Netherlands (2017) on medical statistics, publishing, and innovation.

Experience 💼

  • PresidentIdeh Pardazan Teb Gostar (Dayan ATA MEDICA), leading R&D in medical equipment.

  • Researcher: Collaborated with Shahid Beheshti University on breast cancer studies (2016–2021).

  • Educator: Taught medical statistics, scientific writing, and research methodology at Islamic Azad University.

Research Interests On Biology 🔬

  • Cancer Biology: Biomarkers, breast cancer, and therapeutic agents (e.g., HypericinNaringenin).

  • Neuroscience: Cerebral ischemia, neuroprotection, and drug effects (e.g., FK506Atorvastatin).

  • Regenerative Medicine: Scaffold engineering, wound healing, and amniotic membrane applications.

Awards & Honors 🏆

  • Top National Medical Student (2021)

  • Distinctive Researcher (2016–2020, Islamic Azad University)

  • Best Startup Idea (2019, ITEM Weekend)

  • Top Speaker at LIMSC (Leiden, 2017)

Publications 📜

  • Title: EMT mechanism in breast cancer metastasis and drug resistance: Revisiting molecular interactions and biological functions
    Authors: M Hashemi, HZ Arani, S Orouei, S Fallah, A Ghorbani, M Khaledabadi, …
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 115

  • Title: Hydrogels based on cellulose and its derivatives: applications, synthesis, and characteristics
    Authors: S Ghorbani, H Eyni, SR Bazaz, H Nazari, LS Asl, H Zaferani, V Kiani, …
    Year: 2018
    Citations: 60

  • Title: Verapamil Inhibits Mitochondria‐Induced Reactive Oxygen Species and Dependent Apoptosis Pathways in Cerebral Transient Global Ischemia/Reperfusion
    Authors: E Jangholi, ZN Sharifi, M Hoseinian, MR Zarrindast, HR Rahimi, A Mowla, …
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 44

  • Title: Understanding the clinical and demographic characteristics of second coronavirus spike in 192 patients in Tehran, Iran: A retrospective study
    Authors: H Zaferani Arani, G Dehghan Manshadi, HA Atashi, A Rezaei Nejad, …
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 30

  • Title: Crosstalk of miRNAs with signaling networks in bladder cancer progression: Therapeutic, diagnostic and prognostic functions
    Authors: M Hashemi, HZ Arani, S Orouei, E Rostamnejad, A Ghorbani, …
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 21

  • Title: Cyanidin 3-glycoside induced apoptosis in MCF-7 breast cancer cell line
    Authors: SA Mirmalek, S Faraji, S Ranjbaran, H Aryan, HZ Arani, E Jangholi, …
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 15

  • Title: A comparative study on effective factors in patient safety culture from the nursing staff points of view
    Authors: K Alimohammadzadeh, S Esmaili Joladi, M Olya, A Ghaiyoomi, …
    Year: 2017
    Citations: 15

  • Title: Comparing the effects of oleoresin of Pistacia atlantica tree and diclofenac gel on the knee osteoarthritis improvement
    Authors: M Peivastegan, M Rajabi, HZ Arani, M Olya, HA Atashi, S Abolghasemi
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 12

  • Title: Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward breast cancer: among midwives in a breast cancer educational seminar in Tehran
    Authors: HA Atashi, ME Vaghar, M Olya, P Mirzamohammadi, HZ Arani, …
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 9

  • Title: Effect of topical Areca palm L. hydroalcoholic extract on burn wound healing in rats
    Authors: Z Abbasy, AA Tameh, R Mozaffari-Kermani, HZ Arani, SA Talaei
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 7

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Zaferani Arani exemplifies translational research, bridging clinical medicine with innovation. His leadership in knowledge-based enterprises, coupled with 50+ publications and 10+ patents, underscores his commitment to advancing healthcare. A dynamic educator and researcher, he continues to explore frontiers in cancer therapy, neuroprotection, and medical technology.

Xiao Li | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Xiao Li | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Northwest A&F University | China

 Xiao Li is an Associate Professor at the College of Animal Sciences and Technology, Northwest A & F University. His research focuses on the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms that regulate skeletal muscle and adipose tissue development, with significant implications for the livestock industry. His studies explore the roles of noncoding RNAs, epigenetic pathways, and the interactions between skeletal myofibers and intramuscular adipocytes to enhance pig growth and pork quality.

Profile👤

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Strengths for the Awards🎗️

  • Outstanding Research Contributions – Xiao Li has a strong research focus on skeletal muscle and adipose tissue development, with particular interest in epigenetic and genetic mechanisms regulating myogenesis, adipogenesis, and lipogenesis. These areas have significant implications in both livestock industries and human health.

  • High-Impact Publications – Xiao Li has 19+ publications in renowned journals like the American Journal of Physiology-Cell Physiology, Journal of Biological Chemistry, Animal Biotechnology, and Acta Biochimica et Biophysica Sinica. These papers demonstrate substantial contributions to muscle biology, adipogenesis, and epigenetic regulation.

  • Interdisciplinary Research Impact – Xiao Li’s work bridges animal science, genetics, and nutrition, contributing to both fundamental research and practical applications in improving pig growth and meat quality.

  • International Collaborations & Experience – Xiao Li has collaborated with leading global institutions, including Virginia Tech, Cornell University, and Washington State University, showcasing a strong international research network.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. (2005-2011) – Key Laboratory of Animal Physiology & Biochemistry, Nanjing Agricultural University
  • Joint Ph.D. (2009-2010) – Laboratory of Muscle Biology, Virginia Tech
  • Visiting Scholar (2010-2011) – Division of Nutritional Sciences, Cornell University

Experience 🎓🌐

  • Lecturer (2012-2018) – College of Animal Sciences and Technology, Northwest A & F University
  • Visiting Scholar (2017-2018) – Department of Animal Sciences, Washington State University
  • Associate Professor (2018-present) – College of Animal Sciences and Technology, Northwest A & F University

Research Interests On Biological Sciences 🌿

  • The role and mechanisms of noncoding RNAs in myogenesis, adipogenesis, and lipogenesis
  • Epigenetic pathways mediating maternal/paternal programming in skeletal muscle and adipose tissue development
  • The cross-talk between skeletal myofibers and intramuscular adipocytes
  • Nutritional strategies to enhance pig growth and improve pork quality

Awards 🏆

Xiao Li has been recognized for his contributions to the field of animal physiology and genetics through various academic and research awards. His work has received funding and accolades from prestigious institutions supporting advancements in livestock research.

Publications 📚

  1. Screening of lncRNA profiles during intramuscular adipogenic differentiation in longissimus dorsi and semitendinosus muscles in pigs

    • Authors: Yanru Yue, Zihao Ge, Zhicheng Guo, Yuhe Wang, Gongshe Yang, Shiduo Sun, Xiao Li
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1080/10495398.2023.2176319
  2. Effects of maternal supplementation of fish oil during late gestation and lactation on growth performance, fecal microbiota structure and post-weaning diarrhoea of offspring piglets

    • Authors: Peiyuan Han, Zhaohui Du, Xiaowei Liu, Junyi You, Xin’e Shi, Shiduo Sun, Gongshe Yang, Xiao Li
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1017/S0007114522003981
  3. Rosiglitazone-induced PPARγ activation promotes intramuscular adipocyte adipogenesis of pig

    • Authors: Zhaolu Wang, Youlei Li, Lingling Wu, Yuan Guo, Gongshe Yang, Xiao Li, Xin’e Shi
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1080/10495398.2023.2206872
  4. Effect of fermented corn–soybean meal on carcass and meat quality of grower‐finisher pigs

    • Authors: Junfeng Lu, Qichun Han, Shaoying Wang, Zhaolu Wang, Xiao Li, Jianhong Hu, Gongshe Yang, Lei Wang, Xin’e Shi
    • Publication Year: 2021
    • DOI: 10.1111/jpn.13444
  5. MiR-370 enhances cell cycle and represses lipid accumulation in porcine adipocytes

  6. Triptolide enhances lipolysis of adipocytes by enhancing ATGL transcription via upregulation of p53

    • Authors: Xiaoyu Wang, Meixue Xu, Ying Peng, Qimuge Naren, Yanting Xu, Xin Wang, Gongshe Yang, Xin’E Shi, Xiao Li
    • Publication Year: 2020
    • DOI: 10.1002/ptr.6779
  7. Elevated miR-10a-5p facilitates cell cycle and restrains adipogenic differentiation via targeting Map2k6 and Fasn, respectively

    • Authors: Xiaoyu Wang, Huifang Zhang, Meixue Xu, Xin’E Shi, Gongshe Yang, Shiduo Sun, Xiao Li
    • Publication Year: 2020
    • DOI: 10.1093/abbs/gmaa111
  8. Morus nigra L. leaves improve the meat quality in finishing pigs

    • Authors: Lujie Fan, Ying Peng, Dan Wu, Jianhong Hu, Xin’E Shi, Gongshe Yang, Xiao Li
    • Publication Year: 2020
    • DOI: 10.1111/jpn.13439
  9. Screening of lncRNA Profiles During Intramuscular Adipogenic Differentiation in Longissimus Dorsi and Semitendinosus Muscles in Pigs

    • Authors: Xiaoyu Wang, Ying Peng, Meixue Xu, Xiaochang Chen, Gongshe Yang, Xin’e Shi, Xiao Li
    • Publication Year: 2020
    • DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-55654/v1
  10. The long noncoding RNA MyHC IIA/X-AS contributes to skeletal muscle myogenesis and maintains the fast fiber phenotype

  • Authors: Mingle Dou, Ying Yao, Lu Ma, Xiaoyu Wang, Xin’e Shi, Gongshe Yang, Xiao Li
  • Publication Year: 2020
  • DOI: 10.1074/jbc.RA119.010498

Conclusion 🔍

Xiao Li’s research has significantly contributed to understanding the molecular and genetic mechanisms regulating muscle and fat development in livestock. His work enhances knowledge in animal science and provides practical applications for improving meat quality and agricultural productivity. His continued efforts in noncoding RNA, epigenetics, and nutritional strategies will help advance the field and benefit both academia and the livestock industry.