Ms. Angana Chaudhuri | Biological | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Angana Chaudhuri | Biological | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Angana Chaudhuri, PhD Scholar, Washington State University, United States

Angana Chaudhuri is a passionate and driven Ph.D. candidate in Biological Systems Engineering at Washington State University, USA . With a strong foundation in chemical engineering, energy science, and biotechnology, she has consistently worked at the forefront of microbial fermentation, sustainable bioproducts, and environmental biotechnology. Her cross-disciplinary expertise and dedication to clean energy and bioresource utilization have earned her several accolades and research fellowships. Angana is an emerging young researcher making impactful contributions to anaerobic fermentation and bioenergy technologies 🌱🔬⚡.

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🎓 Education Background

Angana is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Biological Systems Engineering (2024–2027) at Washington State University, focusing on volatile fatty acid production through anaerobic microbial fermentation 🧫. She holds an M.S. in Chemical Engineering (2022–2023) from Penn State University and another M.S. (Research) in Energy Science and Engineering (2020–2022) from IIT Guwahati, where she achieved a stellar GPA of 9.39/10 🎓. Her academic journey began with a B.Tech. in Biotechnology (2016–2020) from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India, where she laid the foundation for her interest in biofuels and sustainable processes 🔍.

💼 Professional Experience

Angana is currently serving as a Graduate Research Assistant under Prof. Birgitte Kir Ahring at WSU, where she works on anaerobic microbial fermentation, bioprocess scale-up, and thermophilic conversion of waste into value-added products 🔄🧪. Previously, she contributed to scaling research at Penn State with Prof. Amir Shekhi, focusing on emulsions and crystallization behavior under shear in enhanced oil recovery. At IIT Guwahati, she developed biofilm-based biomass systems and wastewater bioremediation methods. Her career began at SRM Institute with pioneering work on PHBV biocomposites and biodiesel production from waste, showcasing her strong hands-on laboratory and bioprocessing skills 🔧🧬.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Angana is the recipient of the prestigious 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) Winner title at Washington State University 🏅. She was honored with the Young Researcher Award at the International Conference on Environment, Agriculture, Human & Animal Health (2021) 🧪🌏. Additionally, she earned the Government of West Bengal Merit Scholarship twice (2016 and 2020) for academic excellence in India 📚.

🔍 Research Focus

Her core research interests lie in microbial fermentation, biogas upgradation, biofilms, wastewater valorization, and membrane-based separations. She has worked extensively on improving volatile fatty acid yields, acetic acid enhancement using mixed cultures, and integrating omics technologies to analyze microbial communities 🔬🧫🧠. Her approach to sustainable bioengineering merges engineering principles with biological systems, paving the way for innovations in energy-efficient and eco-friendly bioprocesses 🌿💡.

🔚 Conclusion

Angana Chaudhuri exemplifies the new generation of interdisciplinary scientists committed to transforming waste into wealth through microbial and biochemical engineering 🌍🔁. With a strong academic background, impactful research, and global recognition, she stands out as a promising contributor to the field of biological systems engineering and renewable bioproducts.

📚 Top Publications Highlights

  1. Algae biofilm as a renewable resource for production of biofuel and value-added products: A review – Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2022, Elsevier.
    Cited by: 31 articles

  2. Renewable fuels recovery from anaerobic digestate – Anaerobic Digestate Management, 2022, IWA Publishing UK.
    Cited by: 19 articles

  3. Synthesis of single-cell oil by Yarrowia lipolytica MTCC 9520 utilizing slaughterhouse lipid waste for biodiesel production – Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 2021, Springer Berlin Heidelberg.
    Cited by: 25 articles

  4. A sustainable approach for the synthesis of PHBV biocomposite using corncob-derived nanocellulose – Journal of Polymers and the Environment, 2021, Springer US.
    Cited by: 22 articles

  5. Enhancement of Biomass and Lipid Production via Algal-Bacteria Consortia by Treating Rubber Wastewater – Sustainable Environment NERC 2022, Springer Singapore.
    Cited by: 14 articles

 

Dr. Fuhou Li | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fuhou Li | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Jilin University, China

Dr. Fuhou Li 🎓 is an accomplished researcher and Associate Professor at the College of Animal Science, Jilin University, China. His expertise lies in silage research, ruminant nutrition, and microbial fermentation, with a strong focus on improving animal health and feed efficiency. Currently, he is a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, furthering his research in animal science. Dr. Li has significantly contributed to understanding lactic acid bacteria’s role in silage fermentation, optimizing animal nutrition, and investigating rumen microbial communities. His work has been widely recognized through numerous high-impact publications in leading peer-reviewed journals. 📚🔬

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🎓 Education

Dr. Li earned his Ph.D. (2017-2021) and Master’s degree (2014-2017) from the College of Pastoral Agriculture Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, specializing in silage research and animal nutrition. His undergraduate studies (2010-2014) in grassland science were completed at Jilin Agricultural University. His strong academic background has enabled him to contribute significantly to the field of animal nutrition. 🎓📖

💼 Experience

Dr. Li’s academic journey includes postdoctoral research (2021-2024) at Lanzhou University, focusing on silage and ruminant nutrition. Since 2024, he has been serving as an Associate Professor at Jilin University, where he continues to advance research in animal science. His current role as a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2025-) further strengthens his international research collaborations. His extensive experience in microbial fermentation and animal feed optimization has made him a respected scientist in his field. 🏫🔬

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Li has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to silage research and animal nutrition. His publications in top-tier journals, along with his active role in international conferences, have earned him accolades from the scientific community. His innovative research on lactic acid bacteria and fermentation quality has positioned him as a leading expert in ruminant nutrition. 🏅📜

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Li’s research revolves around the effects of lactic acid bacteria on silage fermentation and animal health, microbial interactions in ruminant digestion, and optimizing silage quality to enhance livestock productivity. His work explores how microbial communities and enzyme-producing bacteria influence fermentation characteristics and nutrient availability in silage, benefiting both dairy and meat production industries. His findings contribute to sustainable livestock management and improved animal health. 🐄🌿

📖 Publications

Responses of microbial community composition and CAZymes encoding gene expression in ensiled Elymus nutans to altitudinal gradients in alpine region. Applied and Environmental Microbiology.

Effects of inoculating feruloyl esterase-producing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum A1 on ensiling characteristics, in vitro ruminal fermentation, and microbiota of alfalfa silage. Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology.

Probiotic effect of feeding feruloyl esterase-producing Lactobacillus plantarum inoculated alfalfa silage on digestion, antioxidant, and immunity status of lactating dairy goats. Animal Nutrition.

Nutrient utilization of native herbage and oat forage as feed for Tibetan sheep (Ovis aries). Grassland Science.

The effects of Lactobacillus plantarum with feruloyl esterase-producing ability or high antioxidant activity on fermentation, chemical composition, and antioxidant status of alfalfa silage. Animal Feed Science and Technology.

Effects of class IIa bacteriocin-producing Lactobacillus species on fermentation quality and aerobic stability of alfalfa silage. Animals.

Pretreatment of Pennisetum sinese silages with ferulic acid esterase-producing lactic acid bacteria and cellulase at two dry matter contents: Fermentation characteristics, carbohydrate composition, and enzymatic saccharification. Bioresource Technology.

Ferulic acid esterase-producing lactic acid bacteria and cellulase pretreatments of corn stalk silage at two different temperatures: Ensiling characteristics, carbohydrate composition, and enzymatic saccharification. Bioresource Technology.

📚 Conclusion

Dr. Fuhou Li is a dedicated scientist whose research has significantly impacted the field of silage fermentation and ruminant nutrition. His extensive experience, high-impact publications, and ongoing international collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing animal science. Through his innovative research, he continues to drive improvements in animal feed efficiency, microbial interactions, and sustainable livestock nutrition. 🌱🔬🐑

Mariana Sánchez | Biotechnology Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Mariana Sánchez | Biotechnology Award | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Metropolitan Autonomous University, Iztapalapa Unit, Mexico

🌟 Mariana Sánchez Ramos is an accomplished biotechnologist and researcher at the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Iztapalapa, Mexico. With expertise in plant tissue culture and natural product synthesis, she has significantly contributed to biotechnological innovations. Her research focuses on producing bioactive compounds from medicinal plants, emphasizing their anti-inflammatory, cytotoxic, and antioxidant properties. 🌱🔬

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Education

🎓 Mariana holds a Ph.D. in Natural Sciences from the Biotechnology Research Center (CEIB-UAEM), where she studied callus cultures of Ageratina pichinchensis to produce bioactive compounds. She also earned a Master’s degree in Biotechnology (CEIB-UAEM), focusing on characterizing crude lipase from Serratia marcescens, and a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemical Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Acapulco, where she conducted a phytochemical study on Lopezia racemosa. 🧪📚

Experience

👩‍🏫 Mariana has served as a Full-time Associate Professor at the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Iztapalapa (2022–2024), where she has led research projects on tissue culture and secondary metabolite production. She also worked in R&D at Biokab S.A. de C.V., contributing to the nutraceutical application of arabinoxylans. Her postdoctoral research at UAM Iztapalapa focused on elicited suspension cell cultures of Ageratina pichinchensis. 🌿💡

Research Interests

💡 Mariana’s research revolves around plant tissue culture, secondary metabolite production, and their biopharmaceutical applications. She is particularly interested in studying the anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, cytotoxic, and antioxidant properties of plant-derived compounds, contributing to health and wellness through biotechnology. 🌸🧬

Awards

🏅 Mariana has received recognition for her innovative research in biotechnology, including her contributions to natural product development and plant tissue culture. Her work bridges scientific discovery with practical applications in pharmacology and industrial biotechnology. 🎖️🌍

Publications

Constituents from Ageratina pichinchensis and Their Inhibitory Effect on Nitric Oxide Production
Applied Sciences, 2024. DOI: 10.3390/app14093942.

University Social Responsibility: Bringing Science to Children
International Journal of Human Sciences Research, 2024. DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.5584142416047.

Cytotoxic Activity of Wild Plant and Callus Extracts of Ageratina pichinchensis and 2,3-Dihydrobenzofuran Isolated from a Callus Culture
Pharmaceuticals, 2023. DOI: 10.3390/ph16101400.

In Silico Study Applied to Secondary Metabolites of Ageratina pichinchensis (Asteraceae) for Cancer and Psoriasis
Revista Mexicana de Investigación en Productos Naturales, 2023.

Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf and Cell Culture Extracts of Randia aculeata L. and its Chemical Components by GC-MS
South African Journal of Botany, 2022. DOI: 10.1016/j.sajb.2021.08.036.