Mansoureh Azadeh | Genetics and Bioinformatics | Excellence in Research award

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Prof. Dr. Mansoureh Azadeh | Genetics and Bioinformatics | Excellence in Research award

Zist Fanavari Novin Biotechnology Institute | Iran

Dr. Mansoureh Azadeh Jouneghani is a seasoned molecular and cellular biologist, currently CEO of PreventiGene — a startup she launched in 2023 to promote cancer prevention through advanced genetic testing. With a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology, she also founded and leads Zist Fanavari Novin Biotechnology Institute since 2011, and has taught at the university level for 20 semesters at Azad University. Over her career she has led and managed substantial research initiatives in cancer genomics, drug-resistance mechanisms in cancer (especially breast cancer), genomic biomarkers for multiple sclerosis and cardiovascular disease, athlete genomics for performance and injury prevention, and personalized medicine. She is proficient in gene expression analysis, RNA sequencing, CRISPR, bioinformatics, and high-throughput data analytics, and has supervised training in numerous molecular-biology lab techniques (PCR, qRT-PCR, ELISA, cell culture, Western blot). Her research output includes over 100 publications, covering peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and laboratory-technique handbooks; her work has contributed significantly to genomic medicine and translational biotechnology. As a leader and educator she bridges academia, industry, and clinical research — advancing personalized medicine, improving genomic diagnostics, and fostering vocational biotech education. Her dedication continues to contribute to better health outcomes, scientific innovation, and capacity-building in biotechnology.

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Featured Publications

Azadeh, M., Salehzadeh, A., Ghaedi, K., & Talesh Sasani, S. (2022). NEAT1 can be a diagnostic biomarker in breast cancer and gastric cancer patients by targeting XIST, hsa-miR-612, and MTRNR2L8: Integrated RNA targetome… Genes and Environment.

Fattahi Dolatabadi, N., Dehghani, A., Shahand, E., Yazdanshenas, M., et al. (2020). The interaction between MALAT1 target, miR-143-3p, and RALGAPA2 is affected by functional SNP rs3827693 in breast cancer.

Adami, B., Tabatabaeian, H., Ghaedi, K., Talebi, A., Azadeh, M., & Dehdashtian, E. (2019). miR-146a is deregulated in gastric cancer. Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics.

Assad Samani, L., Javadirad, S. M., Parsafar, S., Tabatabaeian, H., Ghaedi, K., et al. (2019). TP53 rs1625895 is related to breast cancer incidence and early death in Iranian population. Indian Journal of Clinical Biochemistry.

Dehghan, Z., Sadeghi, S., Tabatabaeian, H., Ghaedi, K., Azadeh, M., Fazilati, M., et al. (2017). *ESR1 single nucleotide polymorphism rs1062577 (c.3804T>A) alters the susceptibility of breast cancer risk in Iranian population. Gene.

Tongxin Wang | Horticultural Science | Excellence in Research award

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Dr. Tongxin Wang | Horticultural Science | Excellence in Research award

Hainan University | China

Dr. Tongxin Wang is a dedicated plant science researcher at Hainan University, China, recognized for his significant contributions to plant molecular biology and ornamental horticulture. His academic experience and research background focus on the molecular mechanisms underlying flower coloration, including anthocyanin and flavonoid biosynthesis, which determine pigmentation patterns in ornamental species such as pansy and Ixora. Dr. Wang has developed expertise in transcriptomics, gene expression profiling, and plant tissue culture techniques, advancing knowledge on leaf variegation and floral color variation that supports horticultural breeding programs. His studies involve identifying key regulatory genes and metabolic pathways that influence plant traits of commercial value. Throughout his career, Dr. Wang has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring students and contributing to innovative scientific approaches in biotechnology and plant physiology. While awards or recognitions are not widely publicized, his strong citation metrics highlight his impact and reputation in the scientific community. In conclusion, Dr. Tongxin Wang continues to contribute to the advancement of plant genetics and improvement of ornamental crops, positioning himself as an emerging leader in molecular horticulture research.

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Featured Publications

Li, J., Feng, S., Xu, X., Li, T., Li, Y., Wang, T., & Wang, J. (2025). Stress-specific adaptation of a non-betalain DODA homolog from pansy (Viola × wittrockiana). Industrial Crops and Products.

Wang, T., Li, C., Wang, Y., Peng, T., & Wang, J. (2025). Differences in anthocyanin biosynthesis drive flower coloration variations in pansy (Viola × wittrockiana Gams.). Physiologia Plantarum.

Wang, T., Luo, C., Liu, Z., Zhao, Y., Zhu, Z., Song, X., Zhou, Y., & Wang, J. (2024). Comparative transcriptomic analysis to postulate the generation of variegated leaves in Bougainvillea peruviana ‘Thimma’. Industrial Crops and Product.

Wang, T., Li, C., Wang, Y., Peng, T., & Wang, J. (2022). Comparative transcriptome analysis of anthocyanin biosynthesis in pansy (Viola × wittrockiana Gams.). Agronomy,