Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award
National Scientific Center of Marine Biology Far Eastern Branch Russian Academy of Sciences | Russia
Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina is an accomplished neuroscientist specializing in reparative molecular neurobiology and neurochemistry, currently serving as Chief Researcher and Head of the Laboratory of Cell Differentiation at the A.V. Zhirmunsky National Scientific Center of Marine Biology, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. With over scientific publications including articles in leading journals, nine monographs, and high-impact research featured in Neural Regeneration Research, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, and Brain Science, she has become a recognized international expert in neuronal regeneration, adult neurogenesis, and molecular signaling. Her work has been highlighted among the Most Important Results of the Russian and Ukrainian Academies of Sciences, and she actively serves as a reviewer for top-tier journals. She has collaborated with global research centers in India, Ukraine, USA, France, and China, and her contributions to optogenetics, neuroplasticity, and cell differentiation mark her as a leading authority in modern neuroscience.
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Education:
Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina completed her academic journey with distinction, earning a Candidate of Sciences in Biology (Ph.D.) and later a Doctor of Science in the A.V. Zhirmunsky Institute of Marine Biology, Far Eastern Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Her doctoral training was rooted in molecular neurobiology, neurochemistry, and the reparative processes of the nervous system, fields that became the cornerstone of her scientific career. she was elected Professor of the Department of Biological Sciences, RAS, in recognition of her academic achievements and contributions to neuroscience. She has also pursued advanced professional development and international training, including internships at Stanford University, NASA, and Collège de France in the fields of optogenetics and optopharmacology, which further expanded her technical and methodological expertise. Her education is distinguished by a consistent dedication to bridging classical biology with emerging interdisciplinary innovations, ultimately shaping her role as a global expert in neurobiology.
Experience:
Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina professional career spans over two decades of research, teaching, and leadership in neuroscience. As Chief Researcher and Head of the Laboratory of Cell Differentiation at NSCMB FEB RAS, she leads projects on neuronal regeneration and neuroplasticity. She has served as an expert for the Russian Academy of Sciences, Federal Register of Experts of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Rosnauka, and multiple dissertation councils. Internationally, she has collaborated with institutions such as the Brien Holden Eye Research Center in India, the A. Bogomolets Institute of Physiology in Ukraine, and Stanford University in the USA. She has lectured at global conferences and taught advanced courses in histology, cell biology, and neurobiology at universities in Russia and Ukraine. As a mentor, she has supervised multiple PhD candidates, master’s students, and bachelor’s research projects, contributing to the training of highly skilled specialists. Her experience reflects excellence in both research leadership and academic development.
Awards and Honors:
Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina has received numerous prestigious awards and recognitions for her contributions to neuroscience. She is a laureate of Presidential Grants for young PhD researchers and young Doctors of Science, as well as recipient of multiple RFBR and RAS-funded projects. Her project “Regeneration in the Central Nervous System: From Theory to Experiment” earned a Gold Medal at the Moscow International Fair of Education. She has been honored with the badge of “Honorary Mentor” and the Medal dedicated to the Anniversary of Russian Science. Her research excellence has also been recognized internationally, with diplomas and certificates from leading conferences in China, Japan, USA, France, and Austria, including the “Best Abstract Award” and “Certificate of Excellence” from the Wings for Life Foundation.
Research Focus:
Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina research is centered on reparative molecular neurobiology, adult neurogenesis, neuronal regeneration, and neuroplasticity, with a strong emphasis on understanding molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying nervous system repair. Her studies on cell proliferation, apoptosis, and glial responses in fish models such as Oncorhynchus mykiss have provided insights into constitutive neurogenesis and trauma-induced regeneration. She has pioneered work in optogenetics, semiconductor microelectronics, and neuropharmacology in collaboration with Stanford University and NASA, applying advanced imaging and gene-transfer technologies to explore neuronal activity and regeneration. Her collaborations with global research institutions have advanced knowledge in stem cell biology, optopharmacology, and molecular physiology, contributing to translational applications in neural repair and rehabilitation. Pushchina’s research bridges fundamental biology with applied biomedical innovation, focusing on creating interactive tools, molecular markers, and experimental strategies to enhance our understanding of central nervous system regeneration. Her work continues to shape international neuroscience, offering new perspectives in repair and recovery mechanisms.
Publication:
Title: Cystathionine β-synthase in the CNS of masu salmon Oncorhynchus masou (Salmonidae) and carp Cyprinus carpio (Cyprinidae)
Year: 2011
Citations: 28
Title: Features of adult neurogenesis and neurochemical signaling in the Cherry salmon Oncorhynchus masou brain
Year: 2013
Citations: 26
Title: The quasi-fractal structure of fish brain neurons
Year: 2004
Citations: 22
Title: Cell proliferation and apoptosis in optic nerve and brain integration centers of adult trout Oncorhynchus mykiss after optic nerve injury
Year: 2016
Citations: 16
Title: Mechanical brain injury increases cells’ production of cystathionine β-synthase and glutamine synthetase, but reduces Pax2 expression in the telencephalon of juvenile chum
Year: 2021
Citations: 14
Title: Reparative neurogenesis in the brain and changes in the optic nerve of adult trout Oncorhynchus mykiss after mechanical damage of the eye
Year: 2016
Citations: 14
Title: Hydrogen Sulfide Modulates Adult and Reparative Neurogenesis in the Cerebellum of Juvenile Masu Salmon, Oncorhynchus masou
Year: 2020
Citations: 13
Title: The neurochemical organization and adult neurogenesis in the masu salmon brain
Year: 2017
Citations: 12
Title: Participation of Neurochemical Signaling in Adult
Year: 2014
Citations: 12
Title: Nitric oxide-ergic organization of medullar cranial nuclei in teleost fishes
Year: 2007
Citations: 12
Title: GFAP expression in the optic nerve and increased H₂S generation in the integration centers of the rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) brain after unilateral eye injury
Year: 2020
Citations: 11
Conclusion:
Prof. Dr. Evgeniya Pushchina is a highly accomplished and deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her groundbreaking contributions to neurobiology, leadership in scientific institutions, extensive mentoring of young scholars, and impactful international collaborations establish her as an outstanding researcher. With continued focus on translational outcomes and wider global partnerships, her work has the potential to shape the future of neuroscience research. She stands as an exemplary role model in academia, combining scientific excellence with dedicated service to the research community.