Nikolaos Koletsis | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Nikolaos Koletsis | Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens | Greece

Nikolaos E. Koletsis is a chemist with a Master of Science in Applied Biochemistry from the University of Patras and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Ioannina. His academic and research background is grounded in molecular and cellular biochemistry, with a particular emphasis on cancer biology, extracellular matrix (ECM) dynamics, and the development of three-dimensional (3D) cell culture models. During his MSc research at the Laboratory of Biochemistry, University of Patras, he investigated the functional properties and differential expression of key ECM components in 3D breast cancer spheroids. His work integrated advanced biochemical techniques including 3D cell culture, gene expression analysis (qPCR), HPLC, ELISA, electrophoresis, and statistical methodologies such as T-test and ANOVA. This project has culminated in both national and international presentations, and a first-author publication in Cells. Koletsis also conducted pioneering undergraduate research at the University of Ioannina, synthesizing novel alkaline earth metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with potential applications in biodiesel catalysis. This work led to the identification of a new magnesium-glycerol complex, a structure reported for the first time in literature. He has co-authored three peer-reviewed journal articles indexed in Scopus, which have collectively received 15 citations, and he currently holds an h-index of 1. His publications appear in respected journals such as Cells, FEBS Journal, and Archives of Medical Science – Atherosclerotic Diseases, reflecting the interdisciplinary and impactful nature of his work. In addition to his lab-based expertise, Koletsis is adept in scientific writing, data analysis, and conference presentations, demonstrating a clear capacity for translating experimental data into meaningful scientific contributions. His career interests lie at the intersection of biomedical research, applied sciences, and translational innovations in cancer and materials chemistry.

Profiles : Scopus | Orcid

Featured Publications

  • Koletsis, N. E., Mangani, S., Franchi, M., Piperigkou, Z., & Karamanos, N. K. (2025). Development, functional characterization, and matrix effectors dynamics in 3D spheroids of triple-negative breast cancer cells. Cells, 14(17), 1351.

  • Anagnostopoulos, S., Baltayiannis, N., Koletsis, N. E., et al. (2025). 3D printing in medicine: Bridging imaging, education, and practice. Archives of Medical Science – Atherosclerotic Diseases, 10(1), 172–188.

  • Mangani, S., Piperigkou, Z., Koletsis, N. E., Ioannou, P., & Karamanos, N. K. (2024). Estrogen receptors and extracellular matrix: The critical interplay in cancer development and progression. FEBS Journal.

  • Piperigkou, Z., Mangani, S., Koletsis, N. E., Koutsakis, C., Mastronikolis, N. S., Franchi, M., & Karamanos, N. K. (2025). Principal mechanisms of extracellular matrix-mediated cell–cell communication in physiological and tumor microenvironments. FEBS Journal.

 

Hongmei Jin | Chemical Biology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Hongmei Jin | Chemical Biology   | Best Researcher Award

Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences,China

👨‍🎓Profiles

🧑‍🔬 Early Academic Pursuits

Hongmei Jin's academic journey began with a strong foundation in plant ecology and agricultural sciences. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy from the prestigious China Agricultural University in 2004. She continued to deepen her expertise in plant ecology by completing both her Master's (2006) and Ph.D. (2009) at the Research Center for Plant Ecology, Institute of Botany, Chinese Academy of Sciences. This early academic experience provided her with critical insights into environmental sciences and sustainable agriculture, shaping her future research endeavors.

🌍 Professional Endeavors

Hongmei Jin has built a remarkable career in the field of Environmental Sciences, with her professional experience spanning across multiple research and academic institutions. Since 2018, she has served as a Research Fellow at the Institute of Agricultural Resources and Environment, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences (JAAS), Nanjing, where she contributes significantly to research on organic waste treatment and environmental sustainability. She has also held roles such as Associate Researcher at both JAAS and the Circular Agriculture Research Center, continuing to expand her influence in the academic and research communities.

🌱 Contributions and Research Focus

Hongmei Jin's research primarily focuses on sustainable agricultural practices, particularly the innocent treatment and recycling utilization of organic wastes. Her work involves critical areas like composting, anaerobic digestion, arsenic transformation, and studying the role of antibiotics and resistance genes in the environment. Through her work, she addresses important environmental challenges, working to enhance both agricultural productivity and environmental conservation. Her research has important implications for addressing environmental pollutants and sustainability challenges, with a special emphasis on waste management and soil health.

📚 Impact and Influence

Jin’s contributions to environmental sciences have earned her national recognition, including prestigious awards like the Youth Science and Technology Award (2023) and the Outstanding Young Scholar Award from the Soil Science Society of China (2016). As a respected figure in the field, her research is frequently cited and highly regarded by peers. She has been instrumental in fostering international collaborations and exchanges, particularly during her Visiting Scientist roles at Texas A&M University and Rice University in the United States. Her work is shaping future practices in environmental management and waste recycling on a global scale.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Hongmei Jin’s career is decorated with numerous honors that reflect her exceptional scientific achievements. These include:

  • Youth Science and Technology Award (2023)

  • Key Talent Award, JAAS (2020)

  • Outstanding Young Scholar Award, Soil Science Society of China (2016)

  • Second Prize of Scientific and Technology Communication, Ministry of Agriculture, People's Republic of China (2016)

These awards highlight her dedication to advancing scientific understanding in her field and her ability to influence both national and international research efforts.

📑 Academic Cites and Recognition

Jin’s academic contributions are widely cited within her field. Her publications on environmental treatment methods, particularly those focused on organic waste, antibiotic resistance, and arsenic, are of significant importance. Her works are regularly referenced by peers working on similar issues of environmental degradation, waste management, and sustainable agriculture.

💻 Technical Skills

Hongmei Jin possesses a broad range of technical skills essential to her research endeavors. She is proficient in environmental modeling, laboratory techniques for waste treatment, and soil and water analysis. Additionally, her expertise extends to data analysis and scientific communication, vital for her interdisciplinary work in environmental sciences.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

While Hongmei Jin is more focused on research, her work includes various teaching roles, particularly in the context of guiding graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in environmental sciences. Her mentoring has helped shape the careers of many emerging scientists in the field.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking to the future, Hongmei Jin aims to further expand her research on waste recycling technologies, particularly those that involve anaerobic digestion and composting. Her work on environmental risk assessment continues to influence policies and best practices in waste management. Through her future contributions, Jin hopes to significantly impact global efforts toward sustainable agriculture and pollution reduction, continuing her legacy of innovative research and global collaboration.

📖Notable Publications

  • Title: "Integrated exposure assessment and potential risks of neonicotinoids in vegetables from three different sources in Zhejiang, China (2018-2020)"
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    Year: 2022

  • Title: "Occurrence of Neonicotinoids in Chinese Apiculture and a Corresponding Risk Exposure Assessment"
    Authors: [Author list not specified in the provided information]
    Journal: Environmental Science & Technology
    Year: 2020

  • Title: "Large-scale automatic extraction of agricultural greenhouses based on high-resolution remote sensing and deep learning technologies"
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    Year: 2023

  • Title: "Altering microbial community for improving soil properties and agricultural sustainability during a 10-year maize-green manure intercropping in Northwest China"
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    Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
    Year: 2022