Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fakhrossadat Mohammadi | Interdisciplinary Research | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fakhrossadat Mohammadi | Interdisciplinary Research | Research Excellence Award

Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences (IASBS) | Iran

Fakhrossadat Mohammadi is an accomplished researcher and scholar specializing in protein chemistry, nanobiotechnology, and bioinorganic interactions. She holds advanced degrees in chemistry and molecular sciences and has extensive experience in spectroscopic, computational, and biochemical methods for studying protein-ligand interactions. Over the past decade, she has contributed significantly to understanding the molecular mechanisms of amyloid fibril formation and inhibition, exploring the interactions of natural and synthetic curcuminoids, flavonoids, and metal complexes with proteins such as α-lactalbumin, lysozyme, and serum albumins. Her work combines in vitro, in silico, and analytical approaches to uncover the structural, functional, and antiamyloidogenic properties of bioactive compounds. Mohammadi’s research extends to nanoparticle-protein interactions, including silver, gold, and superparamagnetic nanoparticles, and their effects on protein stability and biological activity. She has published extensively in high-impact journals, including International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications, Royal Society Open Science, and Langmuir, and her studies are recognized for advancing therapeutic strategies against amyloid-related diseases. Her research interests include protein misfolding, enzyme inhibition, bio-nanomaterials, molecular docking, and spectroscopic characterization. Mohammadi’s work is noted for its methodological rigor and potential translational applications, contributing to the fields of biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and nanobiotechnology.

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Featured Publications


Analysis of binding interaction of curcumin and diacetylcurcumin with human and bovine serum albumin using fluorescence and circular dichroism spectroscopy

– F Mohammadi, AK Bordbar, A Divsalar, K Mohammadi, AA Saboury, The Protein Journal 28 (3), 189-196, 2009

Analysis of binding interaction of genistein and kaempferol with bovine α-lactalbumin

– F Mohammadi, M Moeeni, Journal of Functional Foods 12, 458-467, 2015

Interaction of curcumin and diacetylcurcumin with the lipocalin member β-lactoglobulin

– F Mohammadi, AK Bordbar, A Divsalar, K Mohammadi, AA Saboury, The Protein Journal 28 (3), 117-123, 2009

Inhibition of amyloid fibrillation of hen egg-white lysozyme by the natural and synthetic curcuminoids

– F Mohammadi, A Mahmudian, M Moeeni, L Hassani, RSC Advances 6 (28), 23148-23160, 2016

Dr. Alassane Sow | Charismatic Leadership | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Dr. Alassane Sow | Charismatic Leadership | Outstanding Scientist Award

Université Cheikh Anta Diop de Dakar | Senegal

Dr. Alassane Sow is a sociologist of religion whose academic and professional journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding the intersections between religion, society, education, and development in West Africa. He holds a Doctorate and Master’s degree in the Sociology of Religion from UCAD, building on a strong foundation in social sciences. His experience spans university teaching, applied research, and interdisciplinary consultancy across institutions in Senegal, the United States, Europe, and Africa. Dr. Sow has served as a lecturer at UCAD and UGB and as an associate researcher at internationally recognized centers such as Lehigh University and the Polish Academy of Sciences. His extensive fieldwork includes studies on home literacy environments, religious dynamics, peacebuilding, early childhood education, public health, migration, gender, environmental and social impact assessments, and community development. He has collaborated with major organizations including UNICEF, USAID, the World Bank, UNESCO partners, and several ministerial bodies. His research interests focus on religion and society, education, childhood development, social inequalities, community resilience, and socio-anthropological approaches to public policy. Dr. Sow’s contributions have earned him recognition through diverse academic engagements, invited lectures, and participation in international conferences. He continues to advance socially impactful research bridging academia, policy, and community development.

Profiles: Featured Publications

Sow, A., Lemmond, B., Rennick, B., Van Wyk, J., Martin, L., Townsend, M., Grupe, A., Beaudry, R., Healy, R., Smith, M. E., et al. (2024). Tuber cumberlandense and T. canirevelatum, two new edible Tuber species from eastern North America discovered by truffle-hunting dogs. Mycologia.

Sow, A., Van Wyk, J., Lemmond, B., Healy, R., Smith, M. E., & Bonito, G. (2024). Effective field collection of Pezizales ascospores for procuring diverse fungal isolates. Diversity, 16(3), 165.

Chou, M.-Y., Andersen, T. B., Mechan Llontop, M. E., Beculheimer, N., Sow, A., Moreno, N., Shade, A., Hamberger, B., & Bonito, G. (2023). Terpenes modulate bacterial and fungal growth and sorghum rhizobiome communities. Microbiology Spectrum, 11(5), e01332-23.

Lemmond, B., Sow, A., Bonito, G., & Smith, M. E. (2023). Accidental cultivation of the European truffle Tuber brumale in North American truffle orchards. Mycorrhiza, 33, 451–458.