Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hossein Morowvat | Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Research and Technology Deputy at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran.

Dr. Mohammad Hossein Morowvat, in Neyriz, Fars Province, Iran, is a distinguished Iranian pharmaceutical biotechnologist. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, School of Pharmacy, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, he has made significant contributions to the fields of microalgal biotechnology, recombinant protein production, and metabolic engineering. Fluent in Persian, English, German, and French, Dr. Morowvat is recognized for his interdisciplinary approach, integrating biotechnology with environmental sustainability. His work has been instrumental in advancing therapeutic and cosmetic bioproducts, and he actively participates in various scientific committees and editorial boards.

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Education

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (2008–2014)
Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Thesis: Study of the effects of ackA and pta inhibition by antisense RNA on acetate excretion and recombinant beta interferon expression in Escherichia coli.
Pharm.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2001–2008)
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
Thesis: PCR amplification of 18S rRNA, Single Cell Protein production, and fatty acid evaluation of some naturally isolated microalgae.

Work Experience

Dr. Morowvat has held various roles in both academic and industrial settings:

Academic Positions:
- Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (2014–Present).
Industrial Roles:
- Technical Assistant at Sina Darou Pharmaceutical Company.
- Visiting Researcher at CinnaGen and Zist Darou Danesh Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Companies.
- Novel Technologies Advisor at Shafa Pharmed Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Company.
- Scientific Advisor at Iranian Green Future (Algomed®) Pharmaceutical Company.

Research Focus

Dr. Morowvat’s research encompasses:

Metabolic and Bioprocess Engineering of Escherichia coli.
Systems and Synthetic Biology.
Microalgal Biotechnology for bioactive compound extraction.
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, focusing on monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins.
Development of cosmeceuticals and biocosmetics from microalgal extracts.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Morowvat’s excellence has been recognized through several prestigious awards:

Best Elite Researcher, 4th Congress of Iran’s National Elites (2010).
Best Researcher Student, 15th Razi Research Festival on Medical Sciences (2010).
Best Researcher Student, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (2008).
Best Poster Presentation, 11th Seminar of Iranian Pharmacy Students (2005).

Conclusion

Dr. Mohammad Hossein Morowvat exemplifies the ideal profile of a “Best Researcher Award” recipient, with a demonstrated commitment to scientific innovation, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. His contributions to biotechnology and pharmacy education are noteworthy and have had a measurable impact both in academia and the pharmaceutical industry. While there are opportunities for further global engagement and innovation visibility, his current achievements make him a highly suitable and deserving candidate for the award.

Publications to Noted

1. Stability and Functional Consequences of Disulfide Bond Engineering in Aspergillus flavus Uricase

Authors: Rahbar M.R., Nezafat N., Morowvat M.H., Hajizade M.S., Ghasemi Y.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2025

2. Microalgae-Based Sunscreens as Green and Sustainable Cosmetic Products (Review)

Authors: Najafi A., Heidary M., Martinez R.M., Baby A.R., Morowvat M.H.
Year: 2025
Citations: 1

3. Green Biosynthesized Selenium Nanoparticles Using Whole Cell and Cell Lysate of Spirulina platensis: Characterizations and In Vitro Wound Healing Studies

Authors: Sadeghi M.M., Alipour S., Morowvat M.H., Das S.S., Dehshahri A.
Journal: Bionanoscience
Year: 2025

4. Emerging Methods in the Identification of Bacterial Respiratory Tract Pathogens (Review)

Authors: Kiaghobadi F., Dehshahri A., Ghasemi Y., Morowvat M.H.
Year: 2025
Citations: 1

5. Assessment of Exoelectrogenic Potential of Microbial Consortia of Sewage Sludge for Bioelectricity Generation

Authors: Mirza S.S., Abbas A.S., Mansoor D., Ur-Rehman H., Fatima A.
Journal: International Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
Year: 2025

6. Nutritional Health Connection of Algae and its Pharmaceutical Value as Anticancer and Antioxidant Constituents of Drugs (Review)

Authors: Mirza S.S., Akbar S., Ijaz M.U., Ishaque A., Fatima K.
Year: 2025
Citations: 1

7. Potential Glycerol Production Inducers in Saccharomyces cerevisiae Identified by In Silico Approaches

Authors: Pakrouh Z., Ranjbar S., Ghasemi Y., Morowvat M.H., Negahdaripour M.
Journal: Food Biotechnology
Year: 2025

8. Structural Insight into Wild Type of Arginine Deiminase Protein and its Three Mutated Versions in Complex with Arginine Molecule: A Computational Approach

Authors: Abdollahi S., Eslami M., Morowvat M.H., Ghasemi Y.
Journal: Current Proteomics
Year: 2025

9. Studying the Effect of Magnetic Fields on Biological Activity of Phycocyanin Extracted from Desmonostoc alborzicum

Authors: Saraei Z.P., Nowruzi B., Morowvat M.H.
Journal: Microbe Netherlands
Year: 2024

10. Optimization of Spore Production in Bacillus coagulans Using Response Surface Methodology Approach

Authors: Mirmajidi S.H., Irajie C., Savardashtaki A., Morowvat M.H., Ghasemi Y.
Journal: Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Year: 2024

Mrs. Imen Trabelsi | Biology | Excellence in Research

Associate Professor at Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax, Tunisia

Dr. Imen Trabelsi Kanoun is a Maître Assistant in Biological Engineering at the Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax, Tunisia, specializing in biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, and molecular and structural biology. Her research particularly focuses on probiotic Lactobacillus strains, exopolysaccharides, and their applications in food science and health. Her experience includes teaching, co-supervision, and extensive publication in high-impact journals.

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Education

🎓 Dr. Kanoun’s educational journey reflects a strong commitment to biological sciences. She earned a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the Faculty of Sciences of Sfax in 2015, specializing in biotechnology, bioengineering, microbiology, and molecular biology. Her thesis focused on probiotic Lactobacillus strains and exopolysaccharides to improve poultry feed additives. She also holds a Master’s in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the same university and received several honors for her academic excellence. This solid educational foundation supports her advanced research in food safety and health applications within biotechnology.

work Experience

💼 Dr. Kanoun has a broad teaching and co-supervisory background alongside her research. Currently a Maître Assistant at the Centre of Biotechnology in Sfax, she lectures in biochemistry at the University of Sfax and has taught ecological and environmental sciences at the Faculty of Sciences of Gafsa. She has co-supervised research projects focused on the extraction and characterization of polysaccharides and probiotics, guiding students in applied biology and biotechnology. Her experience combines academic instruction with practical research mentorship, enriching her students’ academic journeys.

Awards and honors

🏆 Dr. Kanoun’s dedication has earned her various distinctions, including “Très Honorable” mentions for her doctoral and master’s defenses. Her achievements reflect her impact in the fields of biotechnology and food sciences, with commendations from academic committees. These recognitions highlight her proficiency and contributions to the scientific community, reinforcing her role as a leader in biotechnology research in Tunisia.

Research Focus

🔬 Dr. Kanoun’s research focuses on the biotechnological applications of probiotic strains and polysaccharides. She investigates the structural, antioxidant, and functional properties of bacterial exopolysaccharides, specifically for food preservation and health applications. Her work on Lactobacillus strains aims to enhance poultry feed additives, promoting healthier food products and potentially replacing antibiotics. By exploring natural and biocompatible substances, she aims to improve food safety and develop innovative solutions for the food and health industries.

Skills

💡 Dr. Kanoun possesses a range of scientific and research skills, including microbial biotechnology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Skilled in advanced techniques for the extraction, purification, and functional analysis of polysaccharides, she also has expertise in experimental design, statistical analysis, and scientific writing. Her proficiency in teaching and mentorship reflects her ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly, benefiting both her students and collaborators.

Conclusion

Dr. Imen Trabelsi Kanoun’s academic background, research achievements, publication record, and experience in mentorship align well with the criteria for an Excellence in Research award. Her work contributes substantially to biotechnology, with practical implications in food science and health, reinforcing her candidacy as highly suitable for the award. Strengthening her profile through further independent funding and international collaboration could further solidify her qualifications.

Publications to Noted

Publication: Synthesis, structure analysis, biological activity evaluation and pharmacological aspects prediction of two newly synthesized compounds: N-methylbenzylammonium bromide and 2-amino-5-ammoniopyridinium dichloride

Authors: Walha, S.; Trabelsi, I.; Ktari, N.; Hamdi, M.; Naïli, H.

Year: 2025

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

Citations: 0

Publication: Postural regulation and signal segmentation using clustering with TV regularization approach

Authors: Trabelsi, I.; Hérault, R.; Baillet, H.; Seifert, L.; Gasso, G.

Year: 2025

Journal: Biomedical Signal Processing and Control

Citations: 0

Publication: Extraction, Purification, Characterization, and Wound Healing Effects of Novel Prickly Pear (Opuntiaficus-indica (L.) Mill.) Heteropolysaccharides

Authors: Ktari, N.; Gargouri, W.; Jlaiel, L.; Bendali, F.; Ben Salah, R.

Year: 2024

Journal: Pharmaceuticals

Citations: 0

Publication: A new non-centrosymmetric material (C5H9N3)[ZnBr4]·H2O : Molecular structure, characterization, optical properties and biological activities

Authors: Dammak, S.W.; Tlili, H.; Trabelsi, I.; Hamadi, N.B.; Naïli, H.

Year: 2024

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

Citations: 1

Publication: Involvement of characterized polysaccharide extracted from natural source “Zingiber officinale” in the development performance of whipped cream

Authors: Ben Slima, S.; Trabelsi, I.; Taktak, M.A.; Ben Salah, R.; Ktari, N.

Year: 2024

Journal: Euro-Mediterranean Journal for Environmental Integration

Citations: 0

Publication: Effects of a Novel Lin Seed Polysaccharide on Beef Sausage Properties

Authors: Chouikhi, A.; Ktari, N.; Slima, S.B.; Bendali, F.; Ben Salah, R.

Year: 2023

Journal: Polymers

Citations: 2

Publication: Training universal background models with restricted data for speech emotion recognition

Authors: Trabelsi, I.; Perotto, F.S.; Malik, U.

Year: 2022

Journal: Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing

Citations: 1

Publication: Bio-preservation Effect of Probiotic Lactiplantibacillus plantarum S61 Against Rhodotorula glutinis and Listeria monocytogenes in Poultry Meat

Authors: Abouloifa, H.; Hasnaoui, I.; Ben Slima, S.; Saalaoui, E.; Asehraou, A.

Year: 2022

Journal: Current Microbiology

Citations: 7

Publication: Identifying patterns in trunk/head/elbow changes of riders and non-riders: A cluster analysis approach

Authors: Trabelsi, I.; Hérault, R.; Baillet, H.; Seifert, L.; Gasso, G.

Year: 2022

Journal: Computers in Biology and Medicine

Citations: 5

Publication: Antioxidant activities, functional properties, and application of a novel Lepidium sativum polysaccharide in the formulation of cake

Authors: Ben Slima, S.; Ktari, N.; Chouikhi, A.; Msaddak, L.; Ben Salah, R.

Year: 2022

Journal: Food Science and Nutrition

Citations: 6

Mohammad Hossein Morowvat | Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hossein Morowvat | Life Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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