Bao Sun | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bao Sun | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Medical University, China

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Bao Sun is currently a full-time Ph.D. candidate at the School of Life Sciences, Northwestern University, a Double First-Class institution. Under the supervision of Professor Zheng Xiaohui, a national talent recognized by the “Hundred Thousand Talents Project,” Dr. Sun is engaged in advanced research in the fields of clinical pharmacology and drug efficacy. He holds a Master’s degree in Pharmacology from Zhengzhou University, also a Double First-Class university, where he studied under Professor Qiao Hailing. His academic journey has been rooted in translational medical research with strong emphasis on drug mechanism and patient-centric therapy.

🏥 Professional Experience

Dr. Sun works at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi’an Medical College, where he has served in the Department of Pharmacy with primary responsibilities in clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical management. He has undergone clinical pharmacist training at Xijing Hospital, earning a Clinical Pharmacist Certificate issued by the Chinese Medical Association Clinical Pharmacist Branch. His experience bridges academic knowledge with hospital-based application, particularly in optimizing therapeutic strategies for patients.

🧠 Research Focus and Publications

Dr. Sun’s research interests lie in neuropathic pain mechanisms, anti-inflammatory agents, and drug-resistance modulation. He is a co-author of several high-impact papers:

  • “A novel compound DBZ ameliorates neuropathic pain and anxiety-like behaviors in SNI mouse models”, published in Talanta Open (IF = 4.2), explores the PI3K/AKT/Fyn/NMDA signaling pathway.

  • “DBZ alleviates chronic inflammatory pain”, published in Drug Resistance (IF = 4.177), underscores the compound’s therapeutic promise.

  • “A Rare Case of Biliary Cryptococcosis”, a noteworthy clinical observation contributing to case-based medical literature.

  • Contributions to pharmacist-driven treatment models and literature reviews in infection and pharmacological care.

🧪 Technical and Professional Skills

Dr. Sun demonstrates robust capabilities in drug efficacy evaluation, clinical trial collaboration, and pharmacological data interpretation. He applies molecular pharmacology techniques and integrates clinical data with biochemical pathways to improve patient outcomes. He is experienced in multidisciplinary research, coordinating between physicians, pharmacists, and researchers for holistic therapeutic interventions.

📣 Leadership and Service

As the Secretary of the Youth Work Committee of the Shaanxi Pharmaceutical Society, Dr. Sun is responsible for event planning, academic coordination, and inter-organizational engagement. He has organized and delivered nine city-level seminars under the “Multidisciplinary Training Seminar on Drug Clinical Application and Management” program, contributing significantly to regional pharmaceutical education.

🏆 Awards and Recognition

Dr. Sun was honored as an Outstanding Worker by the Shaanxi Pharmaceutical Association. He also received the Third Prize in the “Medicine” TED Speech Competition organized by the Shaanxi Youth Pharmacist Alliance. His academic and public communication skills have been recognized both in scientific and professional platforms.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

With a strong foundation in clinical pharmacology, academic research, and hospital-based pharmacy, Dr. Bao Sun continues to bridge the gap between laboratory research and bedside care. His future goals include contributing to personalized medicine, developing novel analgesics, and enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration in clinical research. His leadership in pharmaceutical education ensures that his influence will extend across both academic and healthcare domains.

📖Notable Publications

  1. A novel compound DBZ ameliorates neuropathic pain and anxiety-like behaviors in SNI mouse model: Role of PI3K/AKT/Fyn/NMDA signal pathway
    Authors: Bao Sun, Le Yang, Saiying Wang, et al.
    Journal: Under Review
    Year: Not yet published

  2. A Novel Compound DBZ Alleviates Chronic Inflammatory Pain and Anxiety-Like Behaviors by Targeting the JAK2-STAT3 Signaling Pathway
    Authors: Bao Sun, M. Wu, Y. Ru, et al.
    Journal: Journal of Biological Chemistry
    Year: 2025 (May 9)

  3. Development of a non-derivatized LC-MS/MS method for simultaneous quantification of ten neurotransmitters in five neuroinflammatory mouse models
    Authors: Bao Sun, Zhaodi Xia, Chen Wang, et al.
    Journal: Talanta Open
    Year: 2025

  4. A Rare Case of Biliary Cryptococcosis: Clinical Pharmacist Participation in Treatment and Pharmaceutical Care and Literature Review
    Authors: Bao Sun, Yingshuang Tang, Dan Chen, et al.
    Journal: Infection and Drug Resistance
    Year: 2023

  5. Hepatoprotective Role of Berberine on Doxorubicin-Induced Hepatotoxicity – Involvement of Cyp
    Authors: Bao Sun, Yue Yang, Mengzi He, et al.
    Journal: Current Drug Metabolism
    Year: 2020

 

Md Ahasan Ahamed | Analytical Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry Award

Mr. Md Ahasan Ahamed | Analytical Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry Award

Bangladesh University of Textiles, Bangladesh

👨‍🎓Profiles

📘 Early Academic Pursuits

The academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in 2014. During this phase, research was conducted on electricity generation from compression of speed breakers, demonstrating an early interest in applied engineering solutions. Further academic advancement led to a M.S. in Mechanical Design and Production Engineering from Konkuk University, South Korea (2020-2022), where the research focused on developing a pre-programmed microdroplet generator for controlling chemical concentrations. Currently, pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University (2022-2026), integrating Recombinase Polymerase Amplification (RPA) with nanopore sensing for point-of-care disease detection.

🏆 Professional Endeavors

With over six years of teaching and research experience, the professional journey includes roles as Lecturer and Assistant Professor at Bangladesh University of Textiles (BUTEX) and BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) from 2014 to 2020. Transitioning into the research domain, positions were held as a Graduate Research Assistant at Konkuk University (2020-2022) and Pennsylvania State University (2022-Present). Recently, appointed as a Visiting Scholar at Indiana University, Bloomington (2025-Present), further broadening the academic and research exposure.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

A strong research background in point-of-care (POC) devices, disease diagnosis, and sensor technology has led to significant contributions in designing microfluidic devices and nanopore sensors. Proficiency in biochemical reaction methodologies, including Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Recombinase Polymerase Amplification (RPA), Loop-mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP), and CRISPR/Cas12, has played a crucial role in developing diagnostic tools for infectious diseases like Monkeypox, SARS-COVID, Cowpox, and HIV.

🌍 Impact and Influence

The research has had a profound impact on healthcare and diagnostic technologies, especially in early detection methods for infectious diseases. The work in integrating machine learning algorithms with sensor-based diagnostics has pushed the boundaries of automation and accuracy in medical testing. The interdisciplinary nature of the research—bridging mechanical design, electrical engineering, and biotechnology—positions it as a key contributor to next-generation disease detection systems.

📊 Academic Citations & Publications

With a growing influence in the academic world, the research work has been recognized with 67 citations, 18 published papers, and 6 conference and poster presentations. The continuous contribution to high-impact journals and international conferences highlights the commitment to advancing knowledge in biomedical engineering and sensor technology.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Expertise spans across instrumentation, fabrication, and analysis, including hands-on experience with: 3D Printing: Asiga UV Max X43, Ultimaker 3.0, Laser Systems: Universal Laser Systems, Microscopy: Optical Microscopes, Nikon Ti U Inverted Camera, pco.edge 5.5, Sensors & Electronics: Pressure Sensors (PX-309 series, Eve flow series), Axopatch 200b, Molecular Diagnostic Tools: Thermal Cycler (BIORAD T100), Plasma Treatment Machines, Software & Programming: MATLAB, Python, and Machine Learning Algorithms.

🎓 Teaching Experience

With over six years of teaching experience, expertise has been shared in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Machine Design, MATLAB, and Python programming with undergraduate students. The ability to bridge theoretical knowledge with hands-on applications has benefited students in engineering and research domains.

🌱 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, the focus remains on developing innovative diagnostic devices that are cost-effective, rapid, and highly accurate for real-world applications. The integration of machine learning with nanopore sensors will continue to be a significant area of exploration. Additionally, mentoring future researchers and students in interdisciplinary fields will be an integral part of academic and professional contributions.

📖Notable Publications

Sensitive and specific CRISPR-Cas12a assisted nanopore with RPA for Monkeypox detection
Authors: MA Ahamed, MAU Khalid, M Dong, AJ Politza, Z Zhang, A Kshirsagar, ...
Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics 246, 115866
Year: 2024

Electricity generation from speed breaker by air compression method using wells turbine
Authors: MA Ahamed, MI Reza, M Al-Amin
Journal: Journal of Advanced Engineering and Computation 4 (2), 140-148
Year: 2020

Pre-programmed microdroplet generator to control wide-ranging chemical concentrations
Authors: MA Ahamed, G Kim, Z Li, SJ Kim
Journal: Analytica Chimica Acta 1236, 340587
Year: 2022

Functionalized Cellulose for Textile Organic Pollutant Treatment: a Comprehensive Review
Authors: MM Rashid, N Abir, SAB Kamal, M Al-Amin, MA Ahamed, MT Islam, ...
Journal: Water Conservation Science and Engineering 9 (11)
Year: 2024

A Portable Centrifuge for Universal Nucleic Acid Extraction at the Point-of-Care
Authors: AJ Politza, T Liu, A Kshirsagar, M Dong, MA Ahamed, W Guan
Journal: Available at SSRN 4781228
Year: 2024