Maria Candel | Food Sector | Excellence in Research Award

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Mrs. Maria Candel | Food Sector | Excellence in Research Award

pre-doctoral researcher | University of Cadiz | Spain

Mrs. Maria Candel is a dedicated Pre-doctoral Researcher with a strong foundational background in molecular genetics and biotechnology, currently focusing on Environmental Technologies and Sustainable Food Systems. Her professional experience centers on resource recovery from food-related waste streams, specifically the anaerobic co-digestion of slaughterhouse sludge and wastewater to enhance biomethane production for a circular economy approach. Her key research interest lies in optimizing the conditions of this critical bioprocess, demonstrating a superior biomethane yield under thermophilic (55 ยฐC) conditions compared to mesophilic conditions. Her research skills encompass complex laboratory-scale experimentation, bioprocess optimization, data analysis, and bibliometric analysis to identify research trends and gaps in waste management technologies, as evidenced by a comparative study on biomethane from pig slurry and slaughterhouse wastewater. While her profile is still early-career, her impactful publication on the effect of temperature on anaerobic digestion (in Recycling journal) signals significant future potential in bioenergy research.

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Featured Publications:

Candel, M., Ballesteros, L., Fernandez-Rodriguez, J., Perez, M., & Solera, R. (2025). Study of the Effect of Temperature to Optimize the Anaerobic Digestion of Slaughterhouse Sludge by Co-Digestion with Slaughterhouse Wastewater. Recycling, 10(2), 47.

Candel, M., Fernรกndez-Rodrรญguez, J., Solera, R., & Perez, M. (2025). Comparative Bibliometric Analysis of Biomethane Production from Anaerobic Digestion of Pig Slurry and Slaughterhouse Wastewater: Research Trends and Gaps.

Wenhua Tong | Metabolism | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenhua Tong | Metabolism | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Sichuan University of Science and Engineering | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenhua Tong is a distinguished researcher and academic leader specializing in flavor chemistry and fermentation engineering, with a specific focus on the metabolic pathways of microorganisms in traditional brewing processes. Serving at a prominent state key laboratory for brewing science in China, his professional experience encompasses the advanced study of microbial community dynamics and the biosynthesis of aroma compounds such as pyrazines and esters. His research interests lie in decoding the molecular mechanisms of flavor formation in Baijiu (Chinese liquor) and optimizing industrial fermentation through bioaugmentation strategies involving Bacillus and Corynebacterium species. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenhua Tong possesses advanced technical skills in HS-SPME-GC-MS, molecular docking, and multi-spectral analysis, effectively bridging the gap between traditional food processing and modern biotechnology. His contributions have been recognized through the publication of high-impact research in top-tier journals like Food Research International and LWT, establishing him as a key contributor to the field of food science. In conclusion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenhua Tong demonstrates exceptional potential for future leadership in green manufacturing and smart fermentation, driving innovation in the global food industry through his rigorous and impactful scientific inquiry.

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Featured Publications:

Occurrence, Diversity, and Character of Bacillaceae in the Solid Fermentation Process of Strong Aromatic Liquors. (2022). [Cited by 17]

Mechanism of molecular interaction between Pyrazine flavor substances and Lysozyme: Based on spectroscopy and molecular docking studies. (2023). [Cited by 15]

Insights into the Dynamic Succession of Microbial Community and Related Factors of Vanillin Content Change Based by High-Throughput Sequencing and Daqu Quality Drivers. (2023). [Cited by 8]

Interactions of ferulic acid and ferulic acid methyl ester with endogenous proteins: Determination using the multi-methods. (2024). [Cited by 4]

Strengthening the microbial community and flavor structure of jiupei by simulating strong-aroma baijiu fermentation with Bacillus velezensis DQA21. (2024). [Cited by 1]

Spectroscopic studies on the interaction of a novel porphyrin derivative (PFP) and bovine serum albumin. (2020). [Cited by 1]

Ayaa Elbakri | Food Analysis | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Ayaa Elbakri | Food Analysis | Young Scientist Award

Teaching Assistant at Mansoura University, Egypt

Ayaa Mohammed Elbakri is a Teaching Assistant at Mansoura University, specializing in analytical chemistry. She earned her bachelorโ€™s degree in chemistry in 2022 with top honors and is currently pursuing a masterโ€™s degree. Her research focuses on eco-friendly analytical techniques for food analysis, emphasizing green chemistry and microextraction methods. She has published in high-impact journals, including Food Chemistry. Ayaa is a nominee for the International Food Scientist Young Scientist Award (2025) and is committed to advancing sustainable and precise food safety analysis.

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๐ŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Bachelorโ€™s Degree in Chemistry, Mansoura University (2022) โ€“ Graduated with top honors (Excellent, GPA 3.83).

  • Masterโ€™s Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Mansoura University (Ongoing).

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Professional Experience

  • Teaching Assistant, Mansoura University (2024โ€“Present).

  • Assists in undergraduate chemistry courses and laboratory sessions.

  • Engages in research focused on analytical techniques for food composition and safety.

๐ŸŒฑ Research Interests

  • Food Analysis and Composition: Developing eco-friendly and efficient analytical techniques.

  • Green Analytical Chemistry: Implementing sustainable methods for detecting food contaminants.

  • Microextraction Techniques: Enhancing accuracy and precision in food sample analysis.

๐Ÿ† Awards and Honors

  • Nominee for the International Food Scientist Young Scientist Award (2025).

  • Published research in a high-impact Q1 journal (Food Chemistry).

๐Ÿ” Conclusion

Ayaa Mohammed Elbakri is a dedicated researcher in analytical chemistry, focusing on eco-friendly food analysis techniques. Through her work, she aims to improve food safety while minimizing environmental impact. Her research in green chemistry applications for food composition analysis demonstrates her commitment to sustainability, precision, and scientific innovation.

Publications ๐Ÿ“š

1๏ธโƒฃ Journal Article
๐Ÿ“– Title: Rapid ion pair-based surfactant-assisted liquid-liquid microextraction with solidification of floating organic drop for simultaneous spectrophotometric determination of selected anionic dyes in food samples.

 

 

 

 

Syed Ali Hassan | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Syed Ali Hassan | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

PhD student at National Institute of Food Science and Technology, Pakistan

ย Syed Ali Hassan is a dedicated food scientist with a strong academic background and a passion for research in food technology. He has completed his Masterโ€™s in Food Technology from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan. His research interests focus on food safety, nutrition, and the utilization of food waste ingredients to enhance food products. With multiple publications in high-impact journals, he has contributed significantly to the field of food science. He has also been recognized for his academic excellence and innovative research in food technology.

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๐ŸŽ“ Education Details

  • MSc. (Hons.) Food Technology (2022 โ€“ 2024)
    National Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan

    • CGPA: 3.84/4.00
    • Thesis: Impact of muskmelon seed flour addition on the physicochemical, textural, and nutritional properties of biscuits
    • Supervisor: Dr. Rana Muhammad Aadil
  • BSc. (Hons.) Food Science and Technology (2018 โ€“ 2022)
    National Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan

    • CGPA: 3.70/4.00
    • Final Year Internship: PepsiCo and Frito-Lay (Quality assurance and potato production technology)
    • Supervisor: Dr. Moazzam Rafiq Khan

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Professional Experience

  • Cold Storage Intern (Feb 2022 โ€“ Apr 2022)
    PepsiCo-FritoLay, Depalpur, Pakistan

    • Evaluated potato quality before storage
    • Supervised labor during storage operations
    • Maintained temperature, humidity, and CO2 levels
  • Production Supervisor (May 2022 โ€“ Aug 2022)
    Pure Foods, Sheikhupura, Pakistan

    • Supervised fruit juice production and pasteurization
    • Implemented HACCP principles for food safety
    • Monitored the packaging process

๐ŸŒฑ Research Interests

  • Food product development using food waste ingredients
  • Environmentally friendly and sustainable food packaging solutions
  • Development of plant-based meat alternatives
  • Extraction of bioactive compounds from food waste using advanced techniques
  • Heavy metal detection in food and water samples
  • Antioxidant and bioactive profiling using HPLC
  • Sensory evaluation and statistical analysis of food samples

๐Ÿ† Awards and Honors

  • 2nd Position in Recipe Development Competition (2022) โ€“ Pak-Korea Nutrition Center (PKNC)
  • Merit-Based Scholarship Awardee (2021) โ€“ University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
  • Prime Minister Ujala Program Awardee (2014) โ€“ Government of Punjab, Pakistan
  • Excellence Award in Chinese Singing Competition (2022) โ€“ Confucius Institute-UAF
  • Certificate of Appreciation for Wheat Campaign (2021) โ€“ University of Agriculture, Faisalabad

๐Ÿ” Conclusion

Syed Ali Hassan is a proactive and passionate food scientist dedicated to innovation in food technology, sustainability, and nutrition. With a strong research background, professional experience, and multiple accolades, he aims to contribute significantly to the food science industry. His aspiration is to pursue a Ph.D. in a challenging and collaborative environment to further explore advancements in food safety and technology.

Publications ๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿ“„ Impact of watermelon seed fortified crackers on hyperlipidemia in rats
๐Ÿ“š The Pakistan Veterinary Journal, 2024
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.29261/pakvetj/2024.234]

๐ŸŒฟ Harnessing the health perks of underrated spices in bakery products – A review
๐Ÿ“˜ Food Chemistry Advances, 2024-12
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Hassan Mehmood Sipra, Asad Ali, Qamar Abbas Syed, Muhammad Irfan, Syed Ali Hassan
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.focha.2024.100790]

๐Ÿ” Overview of industrial food fraud and authentication through chromatography technique and its impact on public health
๐Ÿ“• Food Chemistry, 2024-12
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Nabila Aslam, Rida Fatima, Ammar B. Altemimi, Talha Ahmad, Samran Khalid, Syed Ali Hassan, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.140542]

๐ŸŽ Unveiling the anti-oxidative potential of fruits and vegetable waste in prolonging the shelf stability of vegetable oils
๐Ÿ“— Future Foods, 2024-12
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Muqaddas Zahid, Samran Khalid, Sumbal Raana, Sara Amin, Hamza Javaid, Rizwan Arshad, Ayesha Jahangeer, Saeed Ahmad, Syed Ali Hassan
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.fufo.2024.100328]

๐Ÿ— Unravelling the Influence of Perforation Sizes on Physicochemical, Sensory and Microbial Attributes of Modified Atmosphere Packaged Refrigerated Chicken Patties
๐Ÿ“™ Packaging Technology and Science, 2024-10
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Kaneez Ayesha, Samran Khalid, Kashmala Chaudhary, Sadia Ansar, Muqaddas Zahid, Syed Ali Hassan, Nadia Bashir, Muhammad Naeem, Jahan Zaib Ashraf, Helen Onyeaka
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1002/pts.2834]

โšก Applications of cold plasma technique to enhance the safety and quality of different food products
๐Ÿ“˜ Measurement: Food, 2024-09
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Aisha Shabbir, Syed Ali Hassan, Hafsa Hanif, Rabia Rauf, Sidra Tul Muntaha, Muqdas Jubbar, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.meafoo.2024.100183]

๐Ÿ… Emerging ways to extract lycopene from waste of tomato and other fruits – A comprehensive review
๐Ÿ“• Journal of Food Process Engineering, 2024-09
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Kashmala Chaudhary, Samran Khalid, Muqaddas Zahid, Sadia Ansar, Mahnoor Zaffar, Syed Ali Hassan, Muhammad Naeem, Abid Aslam Maan, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1111/jfpe.14720]

๐Ÿฆ— Edible crickets as a possible way to curb protein-energy malnutrition: Nutritional status, food applications, and safety concerns
๐Ÿ“— Food Chemistry: X, 2024-06
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Syed Ali Hassan, Ammar B. Altemimi, Adeel Asim Hashmi, Sandal Shahzadi, Waqar Mujahid, Ahsan Ali, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Saima Naz, Ahmad Nawaz, Gholamreza Abdi
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.fochx.2024.101533]

๐Ÿฅœ Exploring the potential of cashew waste for food and health applications – A review
๐Ÿ“™ Future Foods, 2024-06
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Nabila Aslam, Syed Ali Hassan, Fakiha Mehak, Sania Zia, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Seydi YฤฑkmฤฑลŸ, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.fufo.2024.100319]

โ™ป๏ธ Recovery of valuable substances from food waste by ohmic heating assisted extraction – A step towards sustainable production
๐Ÿ“˜ Future Foods, 2024-06
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Samran Khalid, Syed Ali Hassan, Ammar B. Altemimi, Kashmala Chaudhary, Sumbal Raana, Hamza Javaid, Muhammad Naeem, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.fufo.2024.100365]

๐ŸŒฑ Bridging sustainability and industry through resourceful utilization of pea pods – A focus on diverse industrial applications
๐Ÿ“• Food Chemistry: X, 2024-05
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Rubab Fatima, Filza Fatima, Ammar B. Altemimi, Nadia Bashir, Hassan Mehmood Sipra, Syed Ali Hassan, Waqar Mujahid, Aamir Shehzad, Gholamreza Abdi, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.fochx.2024.101518]

โ˜ ๏ธ Cyanogenic glucosides in plant-based foods: Occurrence, detection methods, and detoxification strategies โ€“ A comprehensive review
๐Ÿ“— Microchemical Journal, 2024-04
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Fizza Tahir, Eman Ali, Syed Ali Hassan, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Noman Walayat, Asad Nawaz, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah, Yuthana Phimolsiripol, Moazzam Rafiq Khan, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.microc.2024.110065]

๐Ÿ… Factors responsible for spoilage, drawbacks of conventional packaging, and advanced packaging systems for tomatoes
๐Ÿ“™ Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 2024-03
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Samran Khalid, Syed Ali Hassan, Hamza Javaid, Muqaddas Zahid, Muhammad Naeem, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Gholamreza Abdi, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.jafr.2023.100962]

๐Ÿ“ข Application of ultrasound technology for the effective management of waste from fruit and vegetables
๐Ÿ“˜ Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 2024-01
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Brera Ghulam Nabi, Kinza Mukhtar, Sadia Ansar, Syed Ali Hassan, Muhammad Adnan Hafeez, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Amin Mousavi Khaneghah, Ahsan Ul Haq, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.ultsonch.2023.106744]

๐ŸŒฟ Development of biodegradable coatings by the incorporation of essential oils derived from food waste: A new sustainable packaging approach
๐Ÿ“• Packaging Technology and Science, 2023-12-13
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Samran Khalid, Muhammad Naeem, Muhammad Talha, Syed Ali Hassan, Aman Ali, Abid Aslam Maan, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1002/pts.2787]

๐ŸŒ Utilization of cereal-based husks to achieve sustainable development goals: Treatment of wastewater, biofuels, and biodegradable packaging
๐Ÿ“— Trends in Food Science & Technology, 2023-10
โœ๏ธ Contributors: Syed Ali Hassan, Mueen Abbas, Waqar Mujahid, Waqar Ahmed, Saeed Ahmad, Abid Aslam Maan, Aamir Shehzad, Zuhaib F. Bhat, Rana Muhammad Aadil
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1016/j.tifs.2023.104166]

๐Ÿฅœ An appealing review of industrial and nutraceutical applications of pistachio waste
๐Ÿ“™ Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2022-10-06
โœ๏ธ Contributor: Syed Ali Hassan
๐Ÿ”— [DOI: 10.1080/10408398.2022.2130158]

 

 

 

 

 

Parvaneh Naserzadeh | Nanotechnology in Food Science Award | Best Researcher Award | 2286

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Assist. Prof. D. Parvaneh Naserzadeh | Nanotechnology in Food Science Award | Best Researcher Awardย 

Correspond at Iran medical university, Iran

Dr. Parvaneh Naserzadeh is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Her research primarily focuses on cellular and mitochondrial toxicity, microfluidics for cell repairing, smart drug delivery systems using nanoparticles, and various methods of detecting cellular damage and toxicity pathways, particularly in relation to tumor cells. Dr. Naserzadeh has extensive experience in both teaching and research, with a strong focus on cellular mechanisms, pharmacology, and toxicology. She has contributed to numerous academic projects, publications, and patents and is actively involved in international and national collaborations.

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๐ŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Ph.D., Pharmacology & Toxicology (Biomedicine)
    Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran (2014โ€“2019)
    Thesis: A search for mitochondrial and cellular toxicity by Silk fibroin nanoparticles using huvec, fibroblast, and lymphocytes, monocytes cells.

  • MSc, General Toxicology
    Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran (2012โ€“2014)
    Thesis: A search for mitochondrial damage by cigarette smoke extract using isolated mitochondria obtained from the brain, heart, lung, and skin of Wistar rats.

  • BSc, Cellular and Molecular Biology
    Zanjan University, Zanjan, Iran (2007โ€“2011)

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor, Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences
    Tehran, Iran (2024โ€“Present)
    Teaching and research focused on cellular mechanisms in endocrinology diseases, mitochondrial and lysosomal studies on tumor cells, and the application of flow cytometry in medicine.

  • International Branch, Iran University of Medical Sciences
    Tehran, Iran (2024โ€“2025)
    Teaching the application of cellular and molecular concepts in radiobiology.

  • Faculty of Pharmacy, Shahid Beheshti University
    Tehran, Iran (2024โ€“2025)
    Teaching the diagnosis of toxicity using cytotoxic factors and therapeutic strategies.

  • Nanopromaterials Company & Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Iran University of Medical Sciences
    Tehran, Iran (2014โ€“2022)
    Research on nano-delivery and imaging, including cellular and mitochondrial toxicity of nanoparticles by microfluidics.

๐ŸŒฑ Research Interests

  • Development of microfluidic systems for cell repair and toxicity detection.
  • Investigation of cellular and mitochondrial toxicity pathways, particularly in relation to drug delivery systems and tumor cells.
  • Exploration of smart drug delivery using biocompatible materials such as nanoparticles.
  • Cytotoxicity and mechanisms of mitochondrial dysfunction in diseases such as cancer and diabetes.
  • Application of nanomaterials in medical treatments, including their effects on tissue regeneration and cancer therapy.

๐Ÿ† Awards and Honors

  • 2023-2024: Young Researcher Project Grant, Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Tehran, Iran.
  • 2023-2024: Young Researcher Project Grant, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
  • 2014-2015: Ph.D. Project Grant, Ministry of Health and Medical Education, Tehran, Iran.

๐Ÿ” Conclusion

Dr. Parvaneh Naserzadehโ€™s expertise lies in the fields of pharmacology, toxicology, and biomedicine, with significant contributions to the understanding of mitochondrial and cellular toxicity. Her work is integral to the development of advanced therapeutic strategies, including nano-based drug delivery systems and the use of microfluidic devices in medical research. With her academic background, numerous publications, and international research collaborations, Dr. Naserzadeh has made a substantial impact on the scientific community, particularly in the areas of drug delivery, toxicity mechanisms, and regenerative medicine. Her passion for teaching and mentoring future researchers in these fields further strengthens her contributions to the scientific community.

Publications ๐Ÿ“š

  1. ๐Ÿ“„ Protective impact of Betanin against noise and scrotal hyperthermia on testicular toxicity in Wistar rat: Role of apoptosis, oxidative stress and inflammation
    S., Bijani, Soroush, P., Naserzadeh, Parvaneh, M.J., Hosseini, Mir Jamal
    Heliyon, 2024

  2. ๐Ÿ“„ Cytotoxicity of Zirconium Oxide Nanoparticles on Rabbit Tooth Gum Cells
    S.A.J., Mossavi, Seyed Arash Javad, J.F., Ramandi, Javad F., F., Ghanbary, Fatemeh, F.R., Tay, Franklin R., B., Ashtari, Behnaz
    Nano, 2024

  3. ๐Ÿ“„ Photobiomodulation therapy reverses spermatogenesis arrest in hyperthermia-induced azoospermia mouse model
    S., Ziaeipour, Sanaz, M., Noroozian, Mohsen, H.A., Abbaszadeh, Hojjat Allah, M.A., Abdollahifar, Mohammad Amin, S., Paktinat, Shahrokh
    Lasers in Medical Science, 2023

  4. ๐Ÿ’‰ A Drug-Eluting Injectable NanoGel for Localized Delivery of Anticancer Drugs to Solid Tumors
    B., Godau, Brent, S., Samimi, Sadaf, A., Seyfoori, Amir, D.D., Fortin, David D., M., Akbari, Mohsen
    Pharmaceutics, 2023

  5. ๐Ÿ’‰ Fabrication of a microfluidic device for probiotic drug’s dosage screening: Precision Medicine for Breast Cancer Treatment
    A., Salehi, Ali, P., Naserzadeh, Parvaneh, P., Tarighi, Parastoo, B., Ashtari, Behnaz, M.A., Mozafari, Masoud Amin
    Translational Oncology, 2023

  6. ๐Ÿฉน Combined Use of Photobiomodulation and Curcumin-Loaded Iron Oxide Nanoparticles Significantly Improved Wound Healing in Diabetic Rats Compared to Either Treatment Alone
    M., Hekmat, Manouchehr, H., Ahmadi, Houssein, F., Baniasadi, Farazad, S., Chien, Sufan, M., Bayat, Mohammad
    Journal of Lasers in Medical Sciences, 2023

  7. ๐Ÿ”ฌ Stem Cell Differentiation into Cardiomyocytes: Current Methods and Emerging Approaches
    E., Afjeh-Dana, Elham, P., Naserzadeh, Parvaneh, E., Moradi, Elham, A.M., Seifalian, Alexander Marcus, B., Ashtari, Behnaz
    Stem Cell Reviews and Reports, 2022