Mishka Dass | Genetics | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Mishka Dass | Genetics | Research Excellence Award

University of KwaZulu-Natal | South Africa

Ms. Mishka Dass is a research-focused geneticist with demonstrated contributions to molecular biology, forensic microbiology, and genomics-driven investigations. Her scholarly work centers on microbial markers, human and skin microbiomes, and their applications in forensic body fluid identification, integrating advanced molecular techniques such as multiplex PCR, ddPCR, gene expression analysis, and bioinformatics-based genome assembly. She has authored 3 peer-reviewed research documents, collectively receiving 16 citations with an h-index of 2, reflecting early but meaningful impact in her research domains. Her research experience spans laboratory-based molecular genetics, sequencing data analysis, and applied genomics in plant breeding systems, highlighting translational relevance across human and agricultural biology. In addition to experimental research, her academic contributions include scientific manuscript preparation, data interpretation, and dissemination through peer-reviewed journals and scientific conferences, underscoring a strong foundation for continued research productivity and interdisciplinary scientific advancement.

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Reza Bayat Mokhtari | Molecular Biology | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Reza Bayat Mokhtari | Molecular Biology | Editorial Board Member

Director | Association of Clinical Immunology and Cancer Research | United States

Dr. Reza Bayat Mokhtari is a research-intensive biomedical scientist recognized for significant contributions to oncology and translational medicine, with a documented impact of 4,475 citations, an h-index of 20, and an i10-index of 30. The research portfolio focuses on molecular mechanisms of cancer progression, tumor microenvironment dynamics, and resistance to therapy, particularly in lung, breast, pancreatic, hepatic, and neuroendocrine malignancies. Core scientific contributions include studies on Hippo–YAP/TAZ signaling, Agrin-driven oncogenic processes, cancer stem cell regulation, hypoxia-associated pathways, and rational combination and repurposing strategies to improve immunotherapy outcomes. This body of peer-reviewed work bridges fundamental cancer biology with clinically relevant translational models, supporting biomarker development and precision oncology approaches. Overall, the scholarly output reflects sustained productivity, interdisciplinary scope, and measurable influence within the cancer research community.

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