Lamia Hamrouni | Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Lamia Hamrouni | Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

Institut National de Recherche en Génie Rural, Eaux et Forêts | Tunisia

Prof. Dr. Lamia Hamrouni is a distinguished senior researcher and strategic leader in Euro-Mediterranean research and innovation, specializing in sustainable resource management, food security, and regional resilience. She has led and coordinated major international research initiatives, bridging scientific research with policy and cross-border cooperation. Her work demonstrates strong expertise in multidisciplinary collaboration, environmental sustainability, and innovation-driven development. She has made significant scientific contributions through extensive publications and global research engagement. Her Scopus metrics reflect her impact with 1,716 citations, 110 documents, and an h-index of 26.

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Alena McQuarter | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Alena McQuarter | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Loma Linda University | United States

Ms. Alena McQuarter is an emerging researcher in integrated biological sciences whose work bridges cancer biology, immunology, and translational medicine with a focus on discovering novel therapeutic strategies for hard-to-treat malignancies. As a Ph.D. researcher in Infection, Immunity, and Inflammation, her scientific contributions center on ovarian and thyroid cancers, where she investigates the role of cancer-associated fibroblasts, tumor-associated macrophages, novel surface biomarkers, and molecular mechanisms driving tumor progression and immune evasion. Through her research in the Khan Lab, she has contributed to advancing the understanding of microRNA signatures, racial disparities in prognostic markers, and the immunosuppressive microenvironment influencing therapeutic resistance in ovarian cancer. Her work also explores immunotherapeutic pathways, including immune-modulating targets such as VEGF-related mechanisms and iNKT cell activation. Beyond laboratory research, she brings interdisciplinary insight by connecting biomedical innovation with educational and community-based scientific engagement, aiming to expand representation and access in STEM. She has presented her research at major scientific conferences, contributing posters, keynote sessions, and interdisciplinary discussions in cancer research and infectious disease. Her publication record continues to grow, with measurable scholarly impact reflected in early citation activity, She is recognized for advancing research that integrates molecular oncology, health equity, and translational immunology, contributing to scientific dialogue on precision medicine for diverse populations. Her trajectory reflects a strong commitment to scientific innovation, academic leadership, and equitable STEM advocacy, positioning her as a promising young scientist contributing meaningfully to global biomedical research. She is widely recognized for excellence in research innovation and impactful scientific contributions, making her a strong nominee for the Best Researcher Award.

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Muinde, J. M., Yamauchi, C. R., Cruz, J., McQuarter, A. A., Miller, K., Sharma, U., Schiff, S., Kremsky, I., Mirshahidi, S., Carter, C. S., et al. (2025). MicroRNA signatures in serous ovarian cancer: A comparison of prognostic marker targets in African Americans and Caucasians. Diseases, 13(11), 360.