Prof. Jin-Long Tian | Anthocyanins | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director of the Laboratory | Shenyang Agricultural University | China

Prof. Jin-Long Tian is a distinguished academic and research leader specializing in the interdisciplinary field of Food Science and Technology, with a core focus on the chemistry, stability, and bioavailability of bioactive natural products, such as flavonoids and anthocyanins. His professional journey began with foundational training in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chemistry of Natural Products, culminating in a Doctorate. His subsequent postdoctoral and academic appointments at Shenyang Agricultural University, where he currently serves as a Lecturer and the Deputy Director of the Liaoning Provincial Key Laboratory of Health Food Nutrition and Innovation, have honed his expertise in the application of natural product chemistry to functional food development. His major research interests lie in Developing innovative nano-delivery systems to enhance the stability, absorption, and efficacy of functional ingredients, as demonstrated by his work on anthocyanin-loaded nanocomplexes Elucidating the molecular mechanisms by which food bioactive compounds exert their health effects, particularly in areas like anti-diabetic activity and cholesterol absorption regulation; and Advanced structural analysis and computational prediction of food chemical components. His research skills are highly quantitative and diverse, encompassing expertise in various chromatographic techniques, advanced structural elucidation using NMR spectroscopy and computational chemistry tools like molecular docking and dynamics simulation. A recognized emerging leader, Prof. Tian has received the Best Researcher Award and holds several Editorial Contributions, including roles as an Associate Editor for prestigious international journals, reflecting his significant scholarly impact and high-quality contributions to the field. In conclusion, Prof. Tian stands out for his potent blend of natural product chemistry and cutting-edge food technology, positioning him as a highly promising figure for developing the next generation of effective and safe health foods.

Profile: ORCID | Scopus

Featured Publications:

Tian, J.-L., Si, X., Wang, Y.-H., Gong, E.-S., Xie, X., Zhang, Y., Li, B., & Shu, C. (2021). Bioactive flavonoids from Rubus corchorifolius inhibit $\alpha$-glucosidase and $\alpha$-amylase to improve postprandial hyperglycemia. Food Chemistry. (2021) (Cited by 75).

Tian, J. L., Si, X., Han, Y., Xie, X., Li, B., & Wang, Y. H. (2020). The $\alpha$-glucosidase and $\alpha$-amylase inhibitory activities and mechanisms of flavonoids from Rubus corchorifolius L. fruit. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. (2020) (Cited by 45).

Li, B., Han, Y., Jiang, T., Zhao, H., Wang, W., & Tian, J. L. (2020). Synthesis, characterization, antioxidant, and $\alpha$-glucosidase inhibitory activity of novel $\beta$-cyclodextrin–quercetin inclusion complexes. Food Chemistry. (2020) (Cited by 40).

Tian, J. L., Liu, Y. C., Ma, C., Zhao, J., & Li, B. (2024). Pulsed electric field-treated malvacin-3-O-galactoside and whey protein complexes alleviate silica-induced pulmonary fibrosis by promoting cellular mitochondrial autophagy and inhibiting cellular pyropt1osis. Food Chemistry. (2024) (Cited by 25).

Zang, Z. H., Sun, B. B., Li, B., & Tian, J. L. (2024). Recent advances in computational prediction of molecular properties in food chemistry. Current Opinion in Food Science. (2024) (Cited by 15).

Li, Z. Y., Tian, J. L., Tian, Q. L., Zang, Z. H., Wang, Y. M., Jiang, Q., Chen, Y. Y., Yang, B. R., Yang, S. F., Yang, Y. Y., & Li, B. (2024). Improved uptake of anthocyanins-loaded nanoparticles based on phenolic acid-grafted zein and lecithin. Food Chemistry. (2024) (Cited by 5).

Dr. Mohammad Hemmatinafar | Sport Nutrition | Nutritional Research Excellence Award

Dr. Mohammad Hemmatinafar | Sport Nutrition | University lecturer | Shiraz University | Iran

Dr. Mohammad Hemmatinafar is a distinguished Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology at Shiraz University, Iran, specializing in the potent nexus of sports science and clinical nutrition. With over seven years of professional academic experience, Dr. Hemmatinafar’s core research interest lies in nutritional interventions for optimizing athletic performance and cardiac health, focusing on the physiological effects of dietary supplements (e.g., caffeine, probiotics, beetroot juice) and specific diets (e.g., ketogenic). His research skills encompass the study of molecular, structural, and functional adaptations related to skeletal muscle hypertrophy and cardiovascular responses to exercise and diet. Dr. Hemmatinafar’s contributions have earned him recognition for outstanding academic performance, including being ranked 1st in both his Master’s and Bachelor’s programs. His prolific output includes over 30 published journal articles, supported by his extensive background in research leadership and teaching, confirming his status as a distinguished expert in the field. He continues to focus on advancing knowledge regarding the impact of nutrition and exercise intensity on physiological outcomes, demonstrating significant potential for future scientific breakthroughs in functional food science and high-performance sports nutrition.

Featured Publications:

Gaeini, A. A., Hemmatinafar, M., Kordi, M. R., & Molaei, A. (2019). High-intensity interval training increase GATA4 CITED4 and c-Kit and decreases C/EBP $\alpha$ in rats after myocardial infarction. Life Sciences, 221, 319–326. (Citation: 38)

Kordi, M. R., Choopani, S., Hemmatinafar, M., & Choopani, Z. (2022). The effects of six weeks high intensity interval training (HIIT) on resting plasma levels of adiponectin and fat loss in sedentary young women. Pars Journal of Medical Sciences, 11(1), 23–31. (Citation: 34)

Hemmatinafar, M., Kordi, M. R., Choopani, S., Choobineh, S., & Gharari Arefi, R. (2013). The effect of high intensity interval training (HIIT) on plasma adiponectin levels, insulin sensitivity and resistance in sedentary young men. Journal of Advances in Medical and Biomedical Research, 21(84), 1–12. (Citation: 25)

Hemmatinafar, M., Zaremoayedi, L., Koushkie Jahromi, M., Alvarez-Alvarado, S., Wong, A., Niknam, A., Suzuki, K., Imanian, B., & Bagheri, R. (2023). Effect of beetroot juice supplementation on muscle soreness and performance recovery after exercise-induced muscle damage in female volleyball players. Nutrients, 15(17), 3763. (Citation: 24)

Pirmohammadi, S., Hemmatinafar, M., Nemati, J., Imanian, B., & Abdollahi, M. H. (2023). Early absorption sources of caffeine can be a useful strategy for improving female table tennis players-specific performance. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 20(1), 2282051. (Citation: 24)

Razazan, R., Hemmatinafar, M., Imanian, B., Jahaniboushehri, N., Rezaei, R., & Nazemzadegan, G. (2025). Performance-enhancing effects of caffeine and L-Theanine among Iranian elite wrestlers: A focus on cognitive and specific physical performance. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 22(1), 2564238.

Imanian, B., Hemmatinafar, M., Daryanoosh, F., Koureshfard, N., Sadeghi, R., Niknam, A., Rezaei, R., & Qashqaei, A. (2024). The effect of probiotics and casein supplementation on aerobic capacity parameters of male soccer players. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 78(6), 469–475.

Jin-Long Tian | Anthocyanins | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Jin-Long Tian | Anthocyanins | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director of the Laboratory | Shenyang Agricultural University | China

Profile: ORCID | Scopus

Featured Publications:

Mohammad Hemmatinafar | Sport Nutrition | Nutritional Research Excellence Award

Dr. Mohammad Hemmatinafar | Sport Nutrition | Nutritional Research Excellence Award

Dr. Mohammad Hemmatinafar | Sport Nutrition | University lecturer | Shiraz University | Iran

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