Irina Kumukova | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Irina Kumukova | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Ministry of Health of Russian Federation | Russia

Dr. Irina Kumukova, PhD, is a distinguished researcher specializing in haematology and blood transfusion, with a strong academic and professional record in transfusiology and pediatric hematology. She has authored 16 scientific documents indexed in Scopus, which together have received 42 citations across 29 documents, demonstrating both her scholarly productivity and the growing impact of her research. Her h-index of 4 reflects a meaningful contribution to advancing knowledge in transfusion medicine, extracorporeal photopheresis, and pathogen reduction strategies. Dr. Kumukova’s publications include pioneering clinical studies such as standard extracorporeal photopheresis for graft-versus-host disease treatment, innovative approaches to pathogen-reduced red blood cell suspensions, and novel methods addressing transfusion safety in children with oncological and hematological disorders. In addition, she has co-authored influential work on granulocyte transfusion, photopheresis case studies, and pathogen inactivation methods, which have shaped new perspectives in transfusion practice. Her role as Associate Professor and Head of the Transfusion Department underscores her leadership in bridging research with clinical practice. Furthermore, her patent on low-volume extracorporeal photochemotherapy exemplifies her ability to translate scientific innovation into applied medical solutions. Collectively, her academic achievements, clinical leadership, and consistent research productivity establish Dr. Kumukova as a promising contributor to the global scientific community.

Profile:  Scopus 

Featured Publications

“Transfusions of pathogen-reduced components of donor blood to recipients of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation”

Tarnjot Kaur | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Tarnjot Kaur | Biology | Best Researcher Award

Tarnjot Kaur | University of Petroleum and Energy Studies | India

Tarnjot Kaur is a Research Scholar at UPES, Dehradun, with a strong academic foundation in pharmacy, having completed both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the field. She has built her expertise in the area of pharmaceutical sciences, particularly focusing on nanomedicine and topical drug delivery systems. Her professional journey reflects a blend of academic rigor and innovative research experience, with active involvement in formulation design, drug characterization, and preclinical evaluation of novel therapeutic systems. She has gained valuable exposure through collaborations with reputed institutions such as Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, Lupin Research Park, and Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, which has enriched her experience in interdisciplinary research. Her technical skills lie in pharmaceutical formulation development, nanotechnology-based drug delivery, and advanced topical therapy strategies aimed at enhancing skin penetration, drug stability, and patient compliance. In recognition of her scholarly contributions, she has published multiple review articles and a research paper in indexed journals, alongside filing two patents currently under process, which highlights her commitment to innovation and translational research. Her research focus is centered on improving the management of skin diseases like psoriasis by designing safer, more effective, and patient-friendly treatments using polymeric nanoparticle-based delivery systems. With her innovative work in pharmaceutical sciences and her potential as an emerging scientist, she exemplifies dedication to advancing dermatological therapeutics through nanotechnology-driven approaches.

Profile:  ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Title: Emerging Therapeutic Agents and Nanotechnology-Driven Innovations in Psoriasis Management
Authors: Tarnjot Kaur, Nikita Hinge, Sudeep Pukale, Mohd Nazam Ansari, Kamal Y. Thajudeen, Mukesh Nandave, Jyoti Upadhyay
Journal: Frontiers in Bioscience – Landmark

2. Title: Exploring Progress in Iron Supplement Formulation Approaches for Treating Iron Deficiency Anemia Through Bibliometric and Thematic Analysis
Authors: Tarnjot Kaur, Jyoti Upadhyay, Mukesh Nandave, Abdulrhman Alsayari, Saad Ali Alshehri, Sudeep Pukale, Shadma Wahab, Wasim Ahmad, Summya Rashid, Mohd Nazam Ansari
Journal: Heliyon