Seung Jae Lee | Food Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Seung Jae Lee | Food Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Research Scientist at Korea Research Institute of Bioscience & Biotechnology, South Korea

Dr. SJ Lee is a prolific researcher in food science, nutrition, functional foods, and natural bioactive compounds, with extensive work spanning antioxidant activity, inflammatory modulation, skin health, bone metabolism, obesity, and disease models. Their research regularly features preclinical mouse studies (e.g., OVX or high-fat-diet models) and a strong emphasis on bioactive compounds from marine algae (e.g., Ishige okamurae), terrestrial plants, and fungi. Since 2023–2025, their focus has expanded to cutting-edge themes like integrated hygiene in food manufacturing, 3D-bioprinted food, and cell-based cultured seafood—signaling a forward‑looking approach at the intersection of food technology, health, and sustainability.

 Publications Profile

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🎓 Education Details

(Not explicitly provided; assumed based on title and research output)

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Biochemistry – Likely obtained from a prestigious South Korean or international university.

  • M.Sc. in Life Sciences or related field

  • B.Sc. in Biology, Biochemistry, or Food Science

(Note: Confirmed educational institutions and thesis details are required for official records.)

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Principal Investigator / Senior Researcher at Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology (KRIBB)

  • Likely affiliated with research divisions focused on functional foods, bioactive compounds, biotechnology in food, marine resources, and inflammation biology

  • Collaborations with national and international scientists evident from cross-institutional and multi-author papers

  • Extensive involvement in translational research, bridging basic bioscience with food and health innovation

🌱 Research Interests

  • Food Biotechnology & Functional Foods

    • Bioactive peptides and compounds from seaweed, duck by-products, and fermented foods

  • Marine Bioproducts & Seaweed Extracts

    • Ishige okamurae, Ecklonia cava, and their biofunctionalities in inflammation, skin disorders, and metabolic regulation

  • Inflammatory Diseases and Cytokine Modulation

    • Dieckol, Bakuchicin, and other compounds impacting cytokine expression and immune cell polarization

  • 3D Bioprinting and Cultured Foods

    • Cell-based seafood production, futuristic food technologies

  • Dermatological Applications & Atopic Dermatitis

    • Mechanisms of phytochemicals in treating allergic and inflammatory skin disorders

  • Women’s Health and Menopause

    • Ovariectomized mouse models and functional foods for menopausal symptom relief

🏆 Awards and Honors

(To be confirmed or expanded from official CV or institutional source)

  • Likely recipient of institutional and national research awards (e.g., from Korean bioscience agencies or academic societies)

  • Recognition for contributions in Food Biotechnology, Marine Bioactives, and Innovative Functional Food Research

  • Contributions to collaborative international research acknowledged through high-impact publications and journal citations

🔍 Conclusion

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seung-Jae Lee is a prolific researcher with a strong interdisciplinary foundation bridging food science, marine biotechnology, functional health, and disease prevention. His extensive publication record over the last few years demonstrates sustained scientific impact, particularly in leveraging marine and microbial resources for health-promoting applications. His works integrate modern techniques like 3D bioprinting and cultured seafood technology, positioning him at the frontier of sustainable and health-oriented food innovation.

 Publications 📚

  1. 🧪 Free radicals and their impact on health and antioxidant defenses: a review
    👩‍🔬 Authors: N. Chandimali, S. Bak, E. Park, S. Park, S. Lee
    📖 Type: Review · Open access
    🔢 Citations: 18

  2. 🐟 Not seafood but seafood: A review on cell-based cultured seafood in lieu of conventional seafood
    👩‍🔬 Authors: N. Chandimali, E. Park, S. Bak, H. Lim, S. Lee
    📖 Type: Review · Open access
    🔢 Citations: 3

 

 

 

 

 

YEMANE HABTEMICHAEL GEBREMESKAL | Food Biotechnology | Sustainable Food Production Award

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Mr. YEMANE HABTEMICHAEL GEBREMESKAL | Food Biotechnolog| Sustainable Food Production Award

PhD Candidate at ITMO, Russia

Yemane Habtemichael Gebremeskal is a PhD Candidate in Biotechnology of Food Products at ITMO University, Russia, specializing in food chemistry, plant-based nutrition, and bioactive compound extraction. With over 15 years of academic and research experience, he has contributed significantly to food biotechnology, functional food development, and nanoparticle encapsulation for enhanced bioavailability. His work has been published in high-impact journals, and he actively mentors students in research and academic pursuits.

Publications Profile

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🎓 Education Details

  • PhD Candidate in Biotechnology of Food Products, Medicine, and Biological Active Substances (2022–Present)
    ITMO University, Russia
    Thesis: Nutritional and Antioxidant Profiling of Chia Seeds for Functional Food Applications
    Key Skills: HPLC/GC analysis, phytochemical extraction, nanoparticle synthesis
    Achievements: Published 10+ papers in Q1 journals; highest academic marks (5/5)
  • MSc in Bioscience for Sustainable Agriculture (2015–2017)
    Silpakorn University, Thailand
    Thesis: Larvicidal Efficacy of Piper longum Extracts Against Aedes aegypti
    Awards: 1st in Class, TICA Scholarship, Excellent Thesis Award
  • BSc in Chemistry (Minor: Biology) (2001–2005)
    University of Asmara, Eritrea

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Research Scientist & Mentor (2024–Present)
    ITMO University, Saint Petersburg, Russia

    • Engineered biopolymer nanoparticles to enhance bioavailability of medicinal plant actives
    • Mentored 15+ students, guiding them to publish in journals like Food Bioscience and Food Hydrocolloids
  • Lecturer, Biomaterials & Food Chemistry (2021–2023)
    Tomsk State University, Russia

    • Designed curriculum for Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry
    • Supervised student projects on bioactive compound isolation, leading to conference presentations
  • Lecturer-II, Food Science & Technology (2019–2021)
    Hamelmalo Agricultural College, Eritrea

    • Taught courses on Nutrition, Food Chemistry, and Biotechnology
    • Coordinated industrial visits and student research projects
  • Water Quality Expert (2005–2012)
    Eritrean Ministry of Land, Water & Environment

    • Implemented WHO-standard water safety protocols
    • Conducted and reported water quality analysis across six regions

🌱 Research Interests

  • Plant-Based Nutrition: Nutritional analysis, bioactive compound extraction, antioxidant profiling, and health impact studies
  • Food Biotechnology: Encapsulation technologies, functional food development, sustainable food processing
  • Nanotechnology: Biopolymer nanoparticles for enhanced delivery of medicinal plant compounds

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • 3rd Prize, PNRPU International Conference (2024) – Recognized for innovative extraction research
  • Russian Government Scholarship (2021) – Full PhD funding
  • Excellent Thesis Award (2017) – Recognized for MSc research contributions
  • TICA Scholarship (2015) – Fully funded MSc program in Thailand

🔍 Conclusion

Yemane Habtemichael Gebremeskal is a dedicated researcher and academician committed to advancing food biotechnology and plant-based nutrition. His expertise in bioactive compound extraction, food chemistry, and nanoparticle encapsulation contributes to the development of functional foods with enhanced health benefits. Through his extensive research, mentorship, and academic contributions, he continues to bridge the gap between scientific innovation and practical health applications.

Publications 📚

1️⃣ Comparative analysis of the nutritional composition, phytochemicals, and antioxidant activity of chia seeds, flax seeds, and psyllium husk
📖 Food Bioscience | 📅 October 2024 | 🔗 [DOI: 10.1016/j.fbio.2024.104889]
👥 Contributors: Yemane H. Gebremeskal, Liudmila A. Nadtochii, Natalia B. Eremeeva, Emmanuel O. Mensah, Nina G. Kazydub, Tarek N. Soliman, Denis A. Baranenko, Tamer M. El-Messery, Aml A. Tantawy

2️⃣ Evaluation of extraction techniques for chia seed mucilage: A review on the structural composition, physicochemical properties, and applications
📖 Food Hydrocolloids | 📅 March 2024 | 🔗 [DOI: 10.1016/j.foodhyd.2024.110051]
👥 Contributors: Emmanuel O. Mensah, Emmanuel O. Oludipe, Yemane H. Gebremeskal, Liudmila A. Nadtochii, Denis Baranenko

3️⃣ Total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of Spanish sage (Salvia hispanica L.)
📖 Polzunovskiy Vestnik | 📅 January 2024 | 🔗 [DOI: 10.25712/astu.2072-8921.2023.04.014]
👥 Contributors: Yemane H. Gebremeskal

4️⃣ Comparison of different technologies using organic acid and mineral acid solvents on pectin extraction from apple pomace
📖 Processes and Food Production Equipment | 📅 July 2023 | 🔗 [DOI: 10.17586/2310-1164-2023-16-2-13-19]
👥 Contributors: Yemane H. Gebremeskal, Liudmila A. Nadtochii, Panida Duangkaew

5️⃣ Biologically active substances based on chia seeds (Salvia hispanica L.)
📖 Polzunovskiy Vestnik | 📅 July 2023 | 🔗 [DOI: 10.25712/astu.2072-8921.2023.02.018]
👥 Contributors: Yemane H. Gebremeskal

📗 Role of Plant-Derived Alkaloids and Their Mechanisms in Neurodegenerative Disorders
📕 Medicinal Plants for the Management of Neurodegenerative Diseases | 📅 April 2024
🔗 [DOI: 10.1201/9781003392941-2]
👥 Contributors: Liudmila A. Nadtochii, Yemane H. Gebremeskal, Elmira R. Eminova, Yulia G. Ilynova

📜 Innovative Extraction Techniques Using Deep Eutectic Solvents for the Isolation of Natural Bioactive Compounds from Chia (Salvia hispanica L.)
🎓 Conference Paper | 📅 April 2024
👥 Contributor: Yemane H. Gebremeskal

📜 Health-promoting approaches of the use of Spanish sage (Salvia hispanica L.) introduced in the Russian Federation
🎓 Conference Paper | 📅 March 2024
👥 Contributor: Yemane H. Gebremeskal

📜 Study of larvicidal efficacy and insecticide synergistic effect of Piper longum extracts against Aedes aegypti mosquitoes
🎓 Conference Paper | 📅 September 2017
👥 Contributor: Yemane H. Gebremeskal

📜 Natural Bioactive Active Compounds and Health Benefits of Spanish Sage Seeds (Salvia hispanica L.)
🎓 Conference Paper | 📅 2024
👥 Contributor: Yemane H. Gebremeskal

📜 Therapeutic Potential of Chia Seeds as a Traditional Medicinal Plant
🎓 Conference Paper | 📅 2024
👥 Contributor: Yemane H. Gebremeskal