Vikrant verma | Biology and Life Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Research Excellence Award

Vikrant Verma
Affiliation Swami Vivekanand Subharti University
Country India
Scopus ID 57213651680
Documents 20
Citations 70
h-index 4
Subject Area Biology and Life Sciences
Event International Soil Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-1994-9641

Vikrant Verma
Swami Vivekanand Subharti University,India

Vikrant Verma of Swami Vivekanand Subharti University is presented in connection with the Research Excellence Award at the International Soil Scientist Awards. His reported scholarly record comprises 20 documents, 70 citations, and an h-index of 4, with research classified within Biology and Life Sciences. The publication record supplied for this profile reflects interdisciplinary work spanning pharmacology, natural bioactive compounds, radiopharmaceuticals, neurobiology, and cardiovascular research.

Abstract

This academic recognition profile summarizes Vikrant Verma’s documented research activity and selected recent publications. The supplied works address mechanisms of bioactive compounds, Alzheimer’s disease, alkaloid pharmacology, targeted radiopharmaceuticals, gut-brain interactions, and endothelial dysfunction. Together, these publications indicate a research portfolio connecting molecular mechanisms with therapeutic and translational questions. The bibliometric information supplied for the profile records 20 documents, 70 citations, and an h-index of 4.

Keywords

Vikrant Verma; Research Excellence Award; Biology and Life Sciences; pharmacology; bioactive compounds; Alzheimer’s disease; molecular targets; radiopharmaceuticals; gut-brain axis; cardiovascular research.

Introduction

The supplied publication record demonstrates an interdisciplinary orientation within biomedical and life-science research. Recent work includes mechanistic reviews of traditional Chinese medicine-derived compounds and Mitragyna speciosa alkaloids, as well as research concerning PSMA-targeted radiopharmaceuticals and quercetin-mediated gut-brain interactions. These subjects involve molecular pharmacology, therapeutic development, safety considerations, and translational science.

Research Profile

The reported Scopus profile identifies 20 documents, 70 citations, and an h-index of 4. These metrics provide a quantitative snapshot of indexed scholarly output and citation activity and should be interpreted in relation to field, publication age, document type, and database coverage. [1]

Research Contributions

  • Analysis of molecular targets, standardization, and translational considerations for TCM-derived bioactive compounds in Alzheimer’s disease.
  • Examination of structure-activity relationships and safety profiles associated with Mitragyna speciosa alkaloids.
  • Review of PSMA-targeted radiopharmaceutical design and clinical translation.
  • Investigation of quercetin, microbiome modulation, and neuroprotective mechanisms involving the gut-brain axis.
  • Assessment of therapeutic strategies addressing endothelial dysfunction across cardiovascular and systemic diseases.

Publications

Selected publications supplied for this profile include the 2026 article on TCM-derived bioactive compounds in Pharmacological Research – Modern Chinese Medicine, the study of Mitragyna speciosa alkaloids in Current Bioactive Compounds, and work on PSMA-targeted radiopharmaceuticals in Current Radiopharmaceuticals. Additional publications address quercetin and the gut-brain axis and therapeutic strategies for endothelial dysfunction. [2] [3] [4]

Research Impact

The reported citation count and h-index document measurable scholarly visibility in indexed literature. The subject diversity of the selected publications also illustrates engagement with several areas of biomedical research, including neurodegeneration, natural-product pharmacology, molecular imaging, and vascular biology. Citation metrics are dynamic and may change as databases are updated. [1]

Award Suitability

The supplied record provides several documented elements relevant to an academic recognition profile: indexed publications, citation activity, an h-index, and recent research addressing contemporary questions in Biology and Life Sciences. The combination of mechanistic pharmacology, therapeutic investigation, and translational biomedical themes provides a substantive basis for consideration under a research-excellence framework, subject to the award’s formal evaluation criteria and verification procedures.

Conclusion

Vikrant Verma’s supplied academic profile reflects research activity in Biology and Life Sciences with publications covering molecular pharmacology and several translational biomedical themes. The reported Scopus metrics and selected 2026 publications provide measurable and recent indicators of scholarly activity. Continued publication, citation development, and interdisciplinary research may further document the evolution of this research profile.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Vikrant Verma, Author ID 57213651680. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57213651680
  2. Verma, V. (2026). Mechanistic pharmacology of TCM-derived bioactive compounds in Alzheimer’s disease: molecular targets, standardization, and translational insights. Pharmacological Research – Modern Chinese Medicine. DOI: 10.1016/j.prmcm.2026.100831
  3. Verma, V. (2026). Mechanistic Insights, Structure-activity Relationships, and Safety Profile of Mitragyna speciosa Alkaloids. Current Bioactive Compounds. DOI: 10.2174/0115734072492003260811045218
  4. Verma, V. (2026). Theranostic applications of PSMA-targeted radiopharmaceuticals: From molecular design to clinical translation and emerging paradigms. Current Radiopharmaceuticals. DOI: 10.1016/j.craph.2026.100054
  5. Verma, V. (2026). Quercetin and the gut-brain axis: Microbiome modulation, neuroprotection, and therapeutic implications. AIMS Molecular Science. DOI: 10.3934/molsci.2026012
  6. Verma, V. (2026). Therapeutic Strategies for Endothelial Dysfunction in Cardiovascular Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Diabetes: Current and Emerging Approaches. Cardiovascular & Hematological Agents in Medicinal Chemistry. DOI: 10.2174/0118715257414596251206101856

Mohamad Che Zain | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohamad Che Zain | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

 Dr. Mohamad Che Zain, University of science Malaysia, Malaysia

Dr. Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain is a Senior Lecturer and Principal Investigator at Universiti Sains Malaysia, specializing in phytochemistry, sustainable bioscience technology, and pharmaceutical chemistry. His research focuses on the green extraction and standardization of plant-based bioactives, particularly flavonoids, for wound healing and dermatological applications. With multiple national patents, international publications, and innovation awards, Dr. Che Zain is recognized for translating natural product research into impactful health solutions.

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Summary:

Dr. Mohamad Che Zain is a highly accomplished and emerging leader in biological sciences and phytochemical research. His consistent contributions to sustainable biosciences, bioactive formulation, and translational phytochemistry have marked him as a top performer among early-career and mid-career scientists in Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

🎓 Education

Dr. Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain completed his PhD in Phytochemistry at Universiti Putra Malaysia in 2021, where he conducted advanced research in bioactive compounds from Malaysian botanical sources. Prior to this, he obtained his Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the International Medical University in 2017, laying the foundation for his interdisciplinary expertise in chemistry and pharmaceuticals.

💼Experience

Dr. Shazeli is currently serving as a Senior Lecturer and Principal Investigator at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), leading research at the Bioresource Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology. Since 2023, he has been involved in teaching, student supervision, and active community engagement. From 2021 to 2023, he worked as the R&D Executive and Lead Researcher at Nexus Wise Sdn Bhd, where he established a phytochemistry lab for GMP-compliant herbal product development. Between 2017 and 2020, he was a Graduate Research Fellow and Tutor at Universiti Putra Malaysia, co-teaching undergraduate courses and leading lab-based research on medicinal plant extracts.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Shazeli specializes in phytochemistry, sustainable bioscience technology, pharmaceutical chemistry, and precision herbal medicine. His work emphasizes green processing methods for plant-based extracts, particularly flavonoid-enriched products derived from oil palm and Melicope ptelefolia for wound care, dermatological and nutraceutical applications. He is actively engaged in translating his findings into industrial-scale innovations that support regenerative and dermatological health.

🛠️Skills

Dr. Shazeli possesses expertise in natural product extraction, microencapsulation, bioassay development, chromatographic analysis, and intellectual property filing. He is proficient in the development of nanotechnology-based formulations and green extraction technologies using deep eutectic solvents. As a licensed Professional Technologist in Chemical Technology, an Accredited HRD Trainer, and an active member of multiple scientific bodies, he combines scientific rigor with leadership in academic, industrial, and community contexts. His scientific communication and STEM outreach activities highlight his commitment to science education, policy translation, and public engagement.

🏆Awards

He has received numerous national and international accolades, including multiple gold medals at the 2025 International Invention, Innovation and Technology Exhibition (ITEX), the Overall Runner-Up and Gold Medal at the 2025 International Research and Innovation Symposium Competition, and the APEX Young Scholar 5.0 Award at USM. Earlier honors include the Best Thesis Award from the Malaysian Natural Products Society, the Top 15 Chrysalis Award by the Young Scientist Network-ASM, and several travel grants and innovation awards from academic and research institutions since 2019.

📚 Publications

Title: Valorization of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) into high‐value therapeutic agents: an updated review on extraction techniques, phytochemicals, pharmacological activities and encapsulation technologies
Author: Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain
Year: 2025
Journal: Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture

Title: Transforming agricultural waste into sustainable bioadsorbents and advanced bioaerogels from durian (Durio zibethinus) peel
Author: Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain
Year: 2025
Journal: Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining

Title: Microencapsulation of Elaeis guineensis leaf extract powder enriched with bioflavonoid preserves its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties: spray drying optimization and powder characterization
Author: Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization

Title: Spray Drying Microencapsulation of Antioxidant Bioflavonoids: A Bibliometric Analysis and Review on Recent Research Landscape (2013–2023) and Process Optimization
Author: Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Food Process Engineering

Title: One-pot synthesis of polysaccharide/gelatin amorphous hydrogels impregnated with a bioflavonoid derived from Elaeis guineensis leaf: wound healing and drug release properties
Author: Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain
Year: 2024
Journal: DARU Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Title: Macroporous polymeric resin for the purification of flavonoids from medicinal plants: A review
Author: Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Separation Science

Conclusion:

Dr. Mohamad Che Zain is a strong and highly deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His research originality, impact on health sciences, community engagement, and scientific leadership collectively exemplify the values and excellence that the award seeks to recognize. With continued global engagement and commercialization efforts, he is poised to make even greater contributions to science and society.