Md Mehedi Iqbal | Food Microbiology | Food Safety Innovation Award

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Dr. Md Mehedi Iqbal | Food Microbiology | Food Safety Innovation Award

Project Researcher at Nagasaki University, Japan

Dr. Md. Mehedi Iqbal Rocky is a marine microbiologist and bioinformatician with multidisciplinary research expertise in microbial ecology, marine science, and environmental bioinformatics. With over a decade of academic training and research experience in Bangladesh and Japan, he has significantly contributed to the understanding of microbial communities in marine ecosystems, particularly eelgrass (Zostera marina) beds. He is also experienced in AI and machine learning applications in environmental science and currently works as a Project Researcher at Nagasaki University.

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Ph.D. (2018–2022)
    Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Japan
    Thesis: Microbial Community Composition and Diversity in the Eelgrass Bed
    Supervisor: Assoc. Prof. Susumu Yoshizawa

  • M.Sc. (2016–2018)
    Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Japan
    Thesis: Microbial community structure associated with eelgrass along the coast of Japan
    Supervisor: Prof. Kazuhiro Kogure

  • M.Sc. in Marine Science (2013–2015)
    University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
    Thesis: Phytoplankton species assemblages in the Rezu Khal estuary
    CGPA: 3.54/4.00

  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Marine Science (2008–2013)
    University of Chittagong, Bangladesh
    Term Paper: Zooplankton biodiversity and environmental dynamics in Rezu Khal estuary
    CGPA: 3.51/4.00

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • Dec 2024 – Present: Project Researcher, Institute for East China Sea Research, Nagasaki University, Japan
    Topic: COβ‚‚ logger evaluation in ocean systems

  • Sep 2023 – Nov 2024: Bioinformatician/Data Scientist, Japan AI Consulting, Osaka
    Work: R&D in AI/ML applications for environmental data

  • Apr 2022 – Sep 2023: Project Researcher, AORI, The University of Tokyo
    Research: Seagrass microbiome interactions

  • Oct 2021 – Mar 2022: Research Assistant, AORI, The University of Tokyo
    Research: Microbial succession in eelgrass decomposition

  • 2013 – Present: Ongoing research in microbial ecology, phytoplankton, and estuarine biodiversity through various research and academic roles in Japan and Bangladesh

🌱 Research Interests

  • Marine microbial ecology and environmental microbiology

  • Microbial diversity and dynamics in seagrass ecosystems

  • Oceanographic data analysis and hydrological factors

  • Environmental DNA (eDNA) and next-generation sequencing

  • AI and machine learning for ecological data analysis

  • Aquatic pollution, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem modeling

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • Best Poster Presentation Award, ISME Microbial Ecology Summit, 2020

  • MEXT Scholarships (2015–2021) for Doctoral, Master’s, and Research Programs in Japan

  • Research Assistant/Project Researcher Awards, University of Tokyo (2021–2023)

πŸ” Conclusion

Dr. Md. Mehedi Iqbal Rocky has built an impressive research trajectory blending marine science, microbial ecology, and AI-powered data analysis. His scholarly contributions are evident through high-quality journal publications, international conference presentations, and academic collaborations. With strong technical skills in bioinformatics, statistical modeling, and environmental monitoring, he is well-positioned for leadership roles in interdisciplinary research on marine ecosystems, environmental safety, and sustainable resource management.

Β Publications πŸ“š

  1. 🧫 Iqbal, M.M., Nishimura, M., Yuya Tsukamoto, Yoshizawa, S. (2024).
    Changes in microbial community structure related to biodegradation of eelgrass (Zostera marina).
    πŸ”¬ Science of the Total Environment, 930, 172798.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.172798

  2. πŸ§ͺ Iqbal, M.M., Nishimura, M., Sano, M., Yoshizawa, S. (2024).
    Particle-attached microbes in eelgrass vegetation areas differ in community structure depending on the distance from the eelgrass bed.
    🌱 Microbes and Environment, 38(3): ME23013.

  3. 🌊 Iqbal, M.M., Nishimura, M., Haider, M. N., Yoshizawa, S. (2023).
    Microbial communities on eelgrass (Zostera marina) thriving in Tokyo Bay and the possible source of leaf-attached microbes.
    🧬 Frontiers in Microbiology, 13, 1102013.
    https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2023.1102013

  4. 🎀 Iqbal, M.M., Nishimura, M., Sano, M., Yoshizawa, S. (2022).
    Diversity and dynamics of particle-associated and free-living bacteria in eelgrass (Zostera marina) bed along the coast of Japan.
    πŸ“ƒ Proceedings of the Microbiology Society Conference.
    https://doi.org/10.1099/acmi.ac2021.po0237

  5. 🌍 Iqbal, M.M., Nishimura, M., Haider, M.N., Sano, M., Ijichi, M., Kogure, K., Yoshizawa, S. (2021).
    Diversity and composition of microbial communities of an eelgrass (Zostera marina) bed in Tokyo Bay, Japan.
    🧫 Microbes and Environment, 36(4): ME21037.

  6. 🐑 Wassel, M.A., Makabe‐Kobayashi, Y., Iqbal, M.M., Takatani, T., Sakakura, Y., Hamasaki, K. (2024).
    The impact of tetrodotoxin (TTX) on the gut microbiome in juvenile tiger pufferfish (Takifugu rubripes).
    πŸ“Š Scientific Reports, 14, 16684.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-66112-y

  7. πŸ’§ Haider, M.N., Nishimura, M., Iqbal, M.M., Ikemoto, E., Ijichi, M., Kogure, K. (2023).
    Bacterial response to glucose addition – growth and community structure in seawater microcosms.
    πŸ”¬ Scientific Reports, 13, 341.

  8. πŸ§ͺ Souhardya, S.M., Kumar, U., Iqbal, M.M., et al. (2025).
    Phytoplankton in contrasting ecosystems of the southeastern coast of Bangladesh: effects of seasonality and environmental factors.
    🌿 Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 197, 260.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s10661-025-13699-y

  9. 🐾 Shawon, R.A.R., Rahman, M.M., Dandi, S.O., Agbayiza, B., Iqbal, M.M., et al. (2025).
    Knowledge, perception, and practices of wildlife conservation and biodiversity management in Bangladesh.
    🐘 Animals, 15(3), 296.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/ani15030296

  10. πŸ“Έ Shawon, R.A.R., Rahman, M.M., Iqbal, M.M., Russel, M.A., Moribe, J. (2024).
    An assessment of the diversity and seasonal dynamics of small- and medium-sized mammals in Pittachhara Forest, Bangladesh, using a camera trap survey.
    🦝 Animals, 14(24), 3568.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/ani14243568

  11. βš—οΈ Mazed, M.M., Haque, A., Iqbal, M.M., Rana, S., Ahammad, K., et al. (2023).
    Heavy metal (As, Cr, and Pb) contamination and associated human health risks in two commercial fish species in Bangladesh.
    🐟 Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 195, 1400.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s10661-023-11985-1

  12. 🐣 Nahid, S.A.A., Rana, S., Sultana, N., Mawa, J., Iqbal, M.M., et al. (2023).
    Larval fish assemblages in coastal waters of Bangladesh: Spatial and seasonal dynamics.
    🌐 Conservation, 4, 36–50.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/conservation4010003

Ali Fazlara | food preservation | Food Safety Innovation Award

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Prof. Dr. Ali Fazlara | food preservation | Food Safety Innovation Award

Faculty Member at Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Iran

Prof. Dr. Ali Fazlara is a tenured professor of Food Hygiene and Quality Control based in Tehran, Iran. With over 20 years of academic experience since 2003, he has contributed extensively to research on food safety, microbiological quality control, and foodborne pathogen prevention. He has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in Scopus- and ISC-indexed journals and collaborates with institutions like Tarbiat Modares University and Islamic Azad University. His work focuses on advancing food hygiene standards and innovative preservation techniques in the food industry.

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

(Based on context β€” not explicitly provided, inferred as standard academic progression in Iran)

  • PhD in Food Science / Food Hygiene or related field – Likely completed before 2003

  • Master’s Degree – Likely in Food Microbiology, Food Safety, or Veterinary Sciences

  • Bachelor’s Degree – Likely in Veterinary Medicine, Food Science, or a related discipline

Note: Precise degree titles and institutions can be included if available.

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • Professor, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences – Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control

  • More than 20 years of academic and research experience in food hygiene, safety, and microbiological control.

  • Research Supervisor and Co-author on numerous peer-reviewed articles in Scopus and ISC-indexed journals.

  • Collaborated extensively with academic institutions such as:

    • Tarbiat Modares University

    • Islamic Azad University (Tabriz, Karaj, Shahr-e Kord Branches)

    • University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (Gorgan)

🌱 Research Interests

  • Food Safety and Hygiene

  • Microbiological Quality Control of Food Products

  • Foodborne Pathogens and Risk Assessment

  • Preservation Techniques in Food Processing

  • Natural Antimicrobial Agents and Additives

  • Detection and Prevention of Food Contaminants

  • Application of Emerging Technologies in Food Quality Control

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • Recognition as a high-impact researcher in the field of food hygiene and control.

  • Contributor to Scopus-indexed publications consistently since at least 2018.

  • Likely nominee for national awards in Food Safety Innovation based on research quality, co-authorship in high-impact journals, and leadership in collaborative research.

πŸ” Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Ali Fazlara is a distinguished academic and researcher with over two decades of service in the field of Food Hygiene and Quality Control. His robust research portfolio, consistent publication in reputable journals, and collaborative projects with Iranian universities position him as a leader in food safety research. His work addresses key national and international concerns in food hygiene, and he is an ideal candidate for recognition through awards such as the Food Safety Innovation Award.

Publications πŸ“š

  1. πŸ§ͺ Mitigation of Foodborne Contaminants
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Mitra Jan Sheikh Qudsi (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mohammad Hojjati, *Behrooz Alizadeh Behbahani)
    πŸ“– Journal: Ω…Ψ¬Ω„Ω‡ ΨΉΩ„ΩˆΩ… و Ψ΅Ω†Ψ§ΫŒΨΉ غذایی، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 150–166 | 🧾 Issue: 156 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1403/11/01

  2. πŸ‡ Natural Preservatives in Food Processing
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Zahra Farhadvand (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Maryam Ghaderi-Ghahfarokhi, Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni, Sepide Kiani Ghale Sard
    πŸ“– Journal: Food Processing and Preservation، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨΉΩ„ΩˆΩ… کشاورزی و Ω…Ω†Ψ§Ψ¨ΨΉ طبیعی Ϊ―Ψ±Ϊ―Ψ§Ω†
    πŸ“Š Pages: 43–62 | 🧾 Issue: 4 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Gorgan | πŸ“… Date: 1403/10/25

  3. 🦠 Hygiene in Food Materials
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Shokoofeh Ahromi Nejad Malek (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mehdi Zarei
    πŸ“– Journal: Ω…ΩˆΨ§Ψ― Ψ¨Ω‡Ψ―Ψ§Ψ΄Ψͺ غذایی، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ Ψ’Ψ²Ψ§Ψ― Ψ§Ψ³Ω„Ψ§Ω…ΫŒ واحد Ψͺبریز
    πŸ“Š Pages: 1–14 | 🧾 Issue: 3 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Tabriz | πŸ“… Date: 1403/09/15

  4. πŸ₯› Milk Enrichment with Natural Emulsions
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Marziyeh Sepeidnameh (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni, Seyed Mohammad Hashem Hosseini
    πŸ“– Journal: Food Processing and Preservation، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨΉΩ„ΩˆΩ… کشاورزی و Ω…Ω†Ψ§Ψ¨ΨΉ طبیعی Ϊ―Ψ±Ϊ―Ψ§Ω†
    πŸ“Š Pages: 83–102 | 🧾 Issue: 2 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Gorgan | πŸ“… Date: 1402/06/25

  5. 🌾 Bioactive Compound Applications in Foods
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Zahra Ghafoori (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni, Neda Bavarsad
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 119–131 | 🧾 Issue: 128 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1401/07/15

  6. 🧫 Veterinary Microbiology Studies
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Sepide Kiani Ghale Sard (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Maryam Ghaderi-Ghahfarokhi, Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni
    πŸ“– Journal of Veterinary Microbiology، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ Ψ’Ψ²Ψ§Ψ― Ψ§Ψ³Ω„Ψ§Ω…ΫŒ Ϊ―Ψ±Ω…Ψ³Ψ§Ψ±
    πŸ“Š Pages: 1–19 | 🧾 Issue: 1 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Garmsar | πŸ“… Date: 1401/06/31

  7. 🧬 Functional Foods and Microbial Safety
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Ahmad Zadeh Movali (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni, Neda Bavarsad
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 381–394 | 🧾 Issue: 125 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1401/04/15

  8. πŸ§ƒ Preservatives and Food Texture
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Zahra Farhadvand (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Maryam Ghaderi-Ghahfarokhi, Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 249–261 | 🧾 Issue: 118 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1400/09/15

  9. 🧴 Hygiene and Food Additive Research
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Sepide Kiani Ghale Sard (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Maryam Ghaderi-Ghahfarokhi, Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni
    πŸ“– Journal: Ω…ΩˆΨ§Ψ― Ψ¨Ω‡Ψ―Ψ§Ψ΄Ψͺ غذایی، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ Ψ’Ψ²Ψ§Ψ― Ψ§Ψ³Ω„Ψ§Ω…ΫŒ Ψͺبریز
    πŸ“Š Pages: 1–15 | 🧾 Issue: 4 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Tabriz | πŸ“… Date: 1399/12/15

  10. πŸ§ƒ Food Antioxidant Potential Studies
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Leyla Sohrabi (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 191–200 | 🧾 Issue: 103 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1399/06/20

  11. πŸ”¬ Functional Properties of Dairy Alternatives
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Arezo Dehkordi Fattahian (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Siavash Maktabi, Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni, Neda Bavarsad
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 79–91 | 🧾 Issue: 104 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1399/06/15

  12. πŸ₯— Microbial Risk in Processed Foods
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Razieh Zangeneh (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni
    πŸ“– Journal: Ω…ΩˆΨ§Ψ― Ψ¨Ω‡Ψ―Ψ§Ψ΄Ψͺ غذایی، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ Ψ’Ψ²Ψ§Ψ― Ψ§Ψ³Ω„Ψ§Ω…ΫŒ Ψͺبریز
    πŸ“Š Pages: 1–13 | 🧾 Issue: 2 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Tabriz | πŸ“… Date: 1398/06/01

  13. πŸ§ͺ Biopreservation and Sensory Properties
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Azadeh Mehr Rashidi (1st), Ali Fazlara (2nd), Mehdi Zarei, Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni, Mohammad Noshad
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 187–200 | 🧾 Issue: 90 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1398/05/20

  14. 🧫 Food Microbiology
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ Ali Fazlara (1st), Mahdi Pourmahdi Borujeni (2nd), Ali Bahadori Rad
    πŸ“– Journal: Ω…ΫŒΪ©Ψ±ΩˆΨ¨β€ŒΨ΄Ω†Ψ§Ψ³ΫŒ Ω…ΩˆΨ§Ψ― غذایی، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ Ψ’Ψ²Ψ§Ψ― Ψ§Ψ³Ω„Ψ§Ω…ΫŒ Ψ΄Ω‡Ψ±Ϊ©Ψ±Ψ―
    πŸ“Š Pages: 55–66 | 🧾 Issue: 1 | πŸ“š Index: ISC
    πŸ“ Shahr-e Kord | πŸ“… Date: 1398/03/15

  15. 🍴 Food Additive Risk Assessment
    πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Mahin Fallah (1st), Masoud Haghkhah (2nd), Ali Fazlara (3rd)
    πŸ“– IRANIAN JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY، Ψ―Ψ§Ω†Ψ΄Ϊ―Ψ§Ω‡ ΨͺربيΨͺ Ω…Ψ―Ψ±Ψ³
    πŸ“Š Pages: 13–22 | 🧾 Issue: 84 | πŸ“š Index: Scopus
    πŸ“ Tehran | πŸ“… Date: 1397/11/25

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shijun Yu | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Shijun Yu | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

Dean at Chuzhou University, China

Dr. Shijun Yu is an Associate Professor and Engineer at the School of Biological and Food Engineering, Chuzhou University, where he also serves as Director of the Department of Food Safety. With a Ph.D. in Microbiology and over a decade of experience in food science research and education, he specializes in natural productsβ€”especially edible and medicinal fungiβ€”as well as food nutrition and safety. Dr. Yu is recognized as a High-Level Talent in Chuzhou City and holds several distinguished titles, including Deputy General of Science and Technology in Anhui Province and Young β€œLangya Scholar” of Chuzhou University. He has led over 20 significant research and teaching projects and has published more than 20 academic papers, contributing actively to food science innovation and education reform.

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • 2003.9–2007.6: B.Sc. in Biological Sciences, Anhui Agricultural University

  • 2007.9–2012.6: Ph.D. in Microbiology, Anhui Agricultural University

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • 2012.7–2013.5: Assistant Director, Health Food R&D Center, Shanghai Panya Life Technology Co., Ltd.

  • 2013.6–2014.7: Director, Production Department (Cordyceps and Cordyceps Wine), Zhejiang Panya Biomedical Co., Ltd.

  • 2014.7–2019.4: Lecturer, School of Biological and Food Engineering, Chuzhou University

  • 2019.5–Present: Associate Professor and Director, Department of Food Safety, School of Biological and Food Engineering, Chuzhou University

🌱 Research Interests

  • Development and application of natural products, particularly edible and medicinal fungi such as Cordyceps cicadae and Chuju

  • Food nutrition and safety

  • Food biochemistry, microbiology, and instrumental analysis

  • Quality control, fingerprinting, and chemometrics for origin tracing of food products

  • Integration of traditional food research with modern analytical methods and teaching innovation

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • Second Prize, Scientific and Technological Award, China National Food Industry Association

  • Third Prize, Excellent Academic Paper in Natural Sciences, Anhui Province (8th Edition)

  • Second Prize, β€œSuper Star Cup” Smart Classroom Teaching Innovation Competition, Anhui Province

  • First Prize, Teacher Practice Skills Competition, Chuzhou University

  • Third Prize, Anhui Provincial Teaching Achievement Award

  • First & Second Prizes, Chuzhou University Teaching Achievement Awards (twice each)

  • Outstanding Thesis Supervisor, Chuzhou University (2018–2023)

  • Outstanding Communist Party Member, Chuzhou University (2016, 2021)

  • Advanced Individual in Informatization Construction, Chuzhou University (2020)

  • Numerous other awards in teaching, mentorship, and educational reform initiatives

πŸ” Conclusion

Dr. Shijun Yu is a dedicated educator, prolific researcher, and innovator in food science, whose work bridges academic excellence and practical application. His leadership in both research and teaching reform has not only advanced scientific understanding in areas like fungal bioactives and food safety but also enriched student learning through innovative teaching strategies. With a growing list of accolades and contributions, he continues to be a pivotal figure in the regional and national food science community.

Publications πŸ“š

πŸ“˜ 1. Shijun Yu, Longzhu Dou, Ruizhu Xu, Ruibo Xu, Xiaoli Jia, Jingyi Xia, Huan Wang*, Qing Huang*.
Integration of multielement profiles and chemometrics for geographical discrimination of Chuju, a cultivar of Chrysanthemum morifolium Ramat
πŸ“• Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 2025, 139(3): 107088.

πŸ“˜ 2. Dou Longzhu, Xia Jingyi, Wang Yang, Zhang Tengfei, Wang Lili, Chai Xinyi*, Yu Shijun*.
Effect of selenium enrichment on the abundance of volatile and nonvolatile flavor components in fruiting bodies of Cordyceps cicadae
πŸ“• International Food Research Journal, 2025, 32(1): 264–279.

πŸ“˜ 3. Ruibo Xu, Lingling Wang, Chi Wang, Changfeng Ju, Chuan Yang, Xiaoli Jia, Gang Wang, Shijun Yu*.
Preparation, characterization, biological activity of β€˜Chuju’ polysaccharides/chitosan and its application on the preservation of red grapes fruit
πŸ“• International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025, 301: 140461.

πŸ“˜ 4. Wang Xuhui, He Zhen, Zhang Weiwei, Liu Xiaoran, Yu Shijun*, Qian Zongyao*.
The influence of planting sites on the chemical compositions of Chrysanthemum morifolium flowers (Chuju) as revealed by Py-GC/MS combined with multivariate statistical analysis
πŸ“• Chemistry & Biodiversity, 2024, 21(12): 202401383.

πŸ“˜ 5. Yu Shijun, Zhang Ying, Fan Meizhen.
Analysis of volatile compounds of mycelia of Hirsutella sinensis, the anamorph of Ophiocordyceps sinensis
πŸ“• Applied Mechanics and Materials, 2012, 140: 253–257.

πŸ“˜ 6. Yu Shijun, Zhang Ying, Li Chunru, Zhang Qian, Ma Zhongyou, Fan Meizhen.
Optimization of ultrasonic extraction of mycelial polysaccharides from Paecilomyces hepiali using response surface methodology and its antioxidant activity
πŸ“• African Journal of Biotechnology, 2011, 10(75): 17241–17250.

Kashif Ameer | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Kashif Ameer | Food Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Institute of Food Science and Nutrition, Pakistan

Dr. Kashif Ameer is an award-winning food scientist with a Ph.D. in Food Chemistry from Kyungpook National University, South Korea, specializing in extraction techniques for phytochemicals and food component analysis. With 145 publications, an impact factor of 470, over 3,000 citations, and an h-index of 26, he has made significant contributions to food science research. A recipient of the IFT Tanner Award (2020) and a multiple-time Top Reviewer in Agricultural Sciences, he serves as an Editor for Food Science and Preservation and an Associate Editor for Food Chemistry Advances and Journal of Ginseng Research (Elsevier). His expertise lies in food chemistry, extraction technologies, and food preservation.

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Food Chemistry (2014–2018) – Kyungpook National University, South Korea
    Thesis: Optimization and Efficiency Comparison of Various Extraction Methods for Phytochemicals from Stevia rebaudiana Leaves

  • M.Sc. (Hons.) in Food Science & Technology (2011–2013) – University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
    Thesis: Changes in Micro-Structure of Cereal Starches During Different Thermal Treatments

  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agricultural Sciences (Major: Food Science & Technology) (2006–2011) – University of Agriculture, Faisalabad

  • Intermediate (F.Sc.) (2003–2005) – Govt. Post Graduate College of Science, Faisalabad

  • Higher Secondary School Certificate (H.S.S.C.) (1999–2003) – Govt. Comprehensive Model High School, Faisalabad

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor (Food Science & Technology) – University of Sargodha, Pakistan (2021–Present)

  • Assistant Professor (Food Science & Technology) – University of Lahore, Pakistan (2019–2020)

  • Assistant Professor (Food Safety) – PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan (2019–2020)

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow (BK 21Plus Program) – Chonnam National University, South Korea (2018–2019)

  • Graduate Research Assistant (KINGS Program) – Kyungpook National University, South Korea (2014–2018)

  • Quality Assurance Officer – Cakes & Bakes Pvt. Ltd., Lahore, Pakistan (2014)

🌱 Research Interests

  • Food Chemistry & Preservation

  • Green Extraction Techniques for Phytochemicals

  • Nutraceuticals & Functional Foods

  • Food Safety & Quality Assurance

  • Innovative Processing Technologies in Food Science

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • IFT Fred Wilber Tanner Award (2020) – Most-Cited Paper in Comprehensive Reviews in Food Science and Food Safety

  • Multiple Best Research & Presentation Awards from international conferences (KoSFoST, ISNFF, Thailand Halal Assembly, etc.)

  • Outstanding Reviewer Awards (Publons, Elsevier, Korean Society of Food Preservation) for contributions to scientific journals

  • Best Researcher Awards (2021, 2022, 2023) – University of Sargodha

  • Master Trainer Award – Punjab Higher Education Commission, Pakistan

  • Resource Person Awards – Various workshops on AI, scientific writing, and referencing tools

πŸ” Conclusion

Dr. Kashif Ameer is a distinguished food scientist with extensive academic, research, and industrial experience. With a Ph.D. in Food Chemistry and postdoctoral research in South Korea, he has contributed significantly to food science through innovative extraction techniques, preservation methods, and quality assurance practices. His prolific research portfolio, comprising 145 publications, multiple awards, and editorial roles, underscores his impact on the field. Recognized globally for his expertise, he continues to drive advancements in food technology, ensuring quality, safety, and sustainability in food processing.

Publications πŸ“š

1️⃣ Alkaline, Acid, and Acid-Wet Ball Milling Extraction of Dietary Fiber from Kiwi Berry (Actinidia arguta): Structural, Rheological, Physicochemical, and Functional Properties
πŸ“Œ G. Jiang, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, S. Zhou, X. Zang
πŸ“• Food Bioscience, 2025
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 0 Citations

2️⃣ Extraction Method Effects on Structural Properties and Functional Characteristics of Dietary Fiber Extracted from Ginseng Residue
πŸ“Œ X. Feng, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, G. Jiang
πŸ“• Molecules, 2024
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 0 Citations

3️⃣ Effects of Synergistic Application of Viscozyme L–Wet Ball Milling on Structural, Physicochemical, and Functional Properties of Insoluble Dietary Fiber from Ginseng Residue
πŸ“Œ G. Jiang, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, C. Tan, N. Cai
πŸ“• LWT, 2024
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 3 Citations

4️⃣ In Vivo Anti-Salmonella Properties of Aqueous Extract of Prickly Pear (Opuntia ficus indica) Cladode, Hepatological and Toxicological Evaluation
πŸ“Œ K. Iftikhar, F. Siddique, K. Ameer, I.A. Mohamed, S. Khalid
πŸ“• Food Science and Nutrition, 2024
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 1 Citation

5️⃣ Impact of Water Combined Wet Ball Milling Extraction and Functional Evaluation of Dietary Fiber from Papaya (Carica papaya L.)
πŸ“Œ G. Jiang, K. Ameer, K. Ramachandraiah, X. Feng
πŸ“• Food Chemistry: X, 2024
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 2 Citations

6️⃣ Probing the Physicochemical Impact of Musk Melon Seed Oil on Mayonnaise
πŸ“Œ Z. Nishat, M.Y. Quddoos, N. Shahzadi, B.U. Hayat, M.O. Aljobair
πŸ“• Italian Journal of Food Science, 2024
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 4 Citations

7️⃣ Effects of Extraction Methods on the Structural Characteristics and Functional Properties of Dietary Fiber Extracted from Papaya Peel and Seed
πŸ“Œ X. Feng, K. Ameer, G. Jiang, K. Ramachandraiah
πŸ“• Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2024
πŸ”— Open Access | 🏷️ 0 Citations

πŸ“– Starch and Starch Derivative-Based Films
πŸ“Œ S. Zainab, X. Zhou, S. Tanweer, K.V. Sunooj, A.U. Rehman
πŸ”— No Source Information | 🏷️ 0 Citations

πŸ“– Polysaccharide-Based Films: Carriers of Active Substances and Controlled Release Characteristics
πŸ“Œ K. Ameer, M.A. Anjum Murtaza, S. Zainab, M.A. Abid, M. Park
πŸ”— No Source Information | 🏷️ 0 Citations

πŸ“– Fluorescence and Ultraviolet–Visible Spectroscopy in Honey Analysis
πŸ“Œ K. Ameer, M.A. Anjum Murtaza, G. Jiang, G. Mueen-Ud-Din, S.U. Mahmood
πŸ”— No Source Information | 🏷️ 1 Citation