Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU | Biochemistry |Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU | Biochemistry |Best Researcher Award

Prof. Nabila BELYAGOUBI-BENHAMMOU,  University of Tlemcen, Algeria

Prof. Nabila Belyagoubi-Benhammou is a Professor and researcher at the University of Tlemcen, Algeria, specializing in phytochemistry, natural products, and microbial ecology. She leads research on bioactive substances, medicinal plants, and their pharmacological and cosmetic applications. She serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA) and coordinates the Master’s program in Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV). Her work includes a patent on Anabasis articulata for breast cancer treatment. Prof. Belyagoubi-Benhammou has received national recognition for her contributions to academia and research.

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Summary:

Prof. Nabila Belyagoubi-Benhammou is a highly accomplished researcher and academic leader with a strong portfolio in phytochemistry, bioactive compounds, and natural products research. Her work on medicinal plants, essential oils, and their pharmacological applications has contributed significantly to the field. She has demonstrated excellence in research, mentorship, academic leadership, and scientific publishing. Her patent on an anticancer plant extract further underscores her innovative contributions.

🎓 Education

Professor Belyagoubi-Benhammou Nabila holds a Ph.D. in Biology and obtained her University Habilitation in 2014, specializing in Biology. She earned a Magister degree in 2006 in Natural Substances, Biological Activities, and Syntheses (NSBAS) from Abou Bekr Belkaid University, Algeria. Her academic journey began with a State Engineering diploma in Analysis and Quality Control (AQC) in 2003 from the same university, following her Baccalaureate in Natural Science and Life (NSL) in 1997.

đź’ĽExperience

She is a Professor and permanent teacher-researcher at Tlemcen University, where she leads Team 2 in the Natural Products Laboratory, focusing on the Phytochemistry of Bioactive Substances and Microbial Ecology. Since 2021, she has served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Natural Product Research and Applications (JNPRA). She is also responsible for the Master’s training program in Bioactivities, Analysis, and Control of Essential and Vegetable Oils (BAACHEV).

🔬Research Focus

Her research explores the phytochemistry and biological activities of medicinal and aromatic plants, with a particular focus on antioxidant, pharmacological, and cosmetic properties. She has contributed to multiple research projects, including the characterization of plant extracts from Algeria, the valorization of marine algae metabolites, and the investigation of Pistacia atlantica for its bioactive potential. Her work also extends to environmental sustainability through the biotherapeutic and cosmetological applications of compounds derived from liquid olive by-products. She has developed a patent for a powerful extract of Anabasis articulata for breast cancer treatment, highlighting her contributions to cancer research.

🏆Awards

She achieved the first position at the national level for promotion to the Professor grade in 2020, marking a significant milestone in her academic career.

🛠️Skills

She possesses expertise in phytochemistry, natural product extraction, instrumental analysis, microbiology, and biochemistry. Her proficiency extends to teaching courses on plant metabolites, analysis techniques, dairy technology, and process engineering. She has international research exposure through short-term internships in France and Turkey, further enhancing her expertise in organic synthesis, food biotechnology, and natural product chemistry.

đź“šPublications

  • Monteleone, V., Ben Menni, D., Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Canini, A., & Gismondi, A. (2024). Anabasis articulata (Forssk.) Moq. food aqueous extract triggers oxidative stress-induced senescence and reduces metastatic power in MDA-MB-231 cells. Journal of Functional Foods.

     

  • Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Belyagoubi, L., Benmahieddine, A., Sarabandi, K., & Jafari, S. M. (2024). Atlas pistachio (Pistacia atlantica) unripe fruit extract as a source of phytochemicals with anti-tyrosinase, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties. Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology.

     

  • Belyagoubi-Benhammou, N., Belyagoubi, L., Benmahieddine, A., Canini, A., & Gismondi, A. (2024). Nutraceutical content and biological properties of lipophilic and hydrophilic fractions of the phytocomplex from Pistacia atlantica Desf. buds, roots, and fruits. Plants.

Conclusion:

Prof. Belyagoubi-Benhammou is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Strengthening her global engagement, expanding interdisciplinary research, and increasing international funding opportunities could further enhance her profile. Her contributions to natural product research and pharmacology make her highly deserving of this recognition.

Cong Cheng| Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Cong Cheng| Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

 Dr. Cong Cheng, Xinjiang Agricultural University, China

Dr. Cong Cheng is a distinguished academic affiliated with Xinjiang Agricultural University, China. With a focus on advancing research and education, Dr. Cheng contributes significantly to the field of agricultural sciences, fostering innovation and knowledge development to address contemporary challenges in agriculture.

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Summary:

Dr. Cong Cheng is an accomplished academic with a clear commitment to advancing agricultural sciences. Her contributions to education and research address key contemporary challenges, such as sustainability and innovation in agriculture. By continuing to focus on innovation and knowledge development, Dr. Cheng plays an important role in shaping the future of agriculture, not only in China but also globally.

 

🎓 Education

Dr. Cong Cheng completed a Ph.D. in Cell Biology at Nanjing Agricultural University (2017–2021). Prior to that, she earned a Master’s degree in Microbiology (2013–2016) and a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science (2009–2013), both from Xinjiang Normal University.

 

đź’ĽExperience

Dr. Cheng is a lecturer at Xinjiang Agricultural University since 2022, teaching undergraduate courses such as Plant Physiology, Basic Biochemistry, and Conservation Biology, and graduate courses like Genetic Engineering and Advanced Biochemistry. Additionally, since 2021, Dr. Cheng has been a postdoctoral researcher focusing on salt-tolerant functional genes in cotton.

 

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Cheng’s research centers on identifying and analyzing salt-tolerant functional genes, particularly in cotton. Her work includes notable contributions to understanding ion homeostasis and the genetic engineering of stress-tolerant traits in plants.

Awards

Dr. Cheng has received recognition through various programs and grants, including funding from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Natural Science Foundation, the “Tianchi Talents” Introduction Program, and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation.

 

Skills

Dr. Cheng possesses expertise in cell biology, microbiology, and genetic engineering. Her  teaching experience includes advanced topics in plant physiology and biochemistry, with a research focus on stress tolerance mechanisms in plants.

 

Publications

  • Cheng C, Zhang F, Li L, Ni Z.
    Publication Title: Identification and Analysis of the Plasma Membrane H+-ATPase Gene Family in Cotton and Its Roles in Response to Salt Stress.
    Journal: Plants, 2024, 13(24):3510.
    Citation (APA format): Cheng, C., Zhang, F., Li, L., & Ni, Z. (2024). Identification and analysis of the plasma membrane H+-ATPase gene family in cotton and its roles in response to salt stress. Plants, 13(24), 3510.

 

  • Wang Y, Cheng C, Du ZY, Yu BJ.
    Publication Title: Pre-inoculation with Bradyrhizobium japonicum confers NaCl tolerance by improving nitrogen status and ion homeostasis in Glycine soja seedlings.
    Journal: Acta Physiologiae Plantarum, 2022, 44:21.
    Citation (APA format): Wang, Y., Cheng, C., Du, Z. Y., & Yu, B. J. (2022). Pre-inoculation with Bradyrhizobium japonicum confers NaCl tolerance by improving nitrogen status and ion homeostasis in Glycine soja seedlings. Acta Physiologiae Plantarum, 44(21).

 

  • Cheng C, Liu YM, Liu X, An J, Jiang L, Yu BJ.
    Publication Title: Recretohalophyte Tamarix TrSOS1 confers higher salt tolerance to transgenic plants and yeast than glycophyte soybean GmSOS1.
    Journal: Environmental and Experimental Botany, 2019, 165, 196–207.
    Citation (APA format): Cheng, C., Liu, Y. M., Liu, X., An, J., Jiang, L., & Yu, B. J. (2019). Recretohalophyte Tamarix TrSOS1 confers higher salt tolerance to transgenic plants and yeast than glycophyte soybean GmSOS1. Environmental and Experimental Botany, 165, 196–207.

 

Conclusion:

Dr. Cheng is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award due to her solid track record in research, innovation, and education. Her strengths in contributing to agricultural sciences and fostering knowledge development make him a prominent figure in her field. With slight improvements in international collaboration, publication metrics, and interdisciplinary engagement, her potential to make an even greater impact in the global agricultural research community could be fully realized.