Svetlana Soboleva | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Svetlana Soboleva | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Novosibirsk State University | Russia

Dr. Svetlana Soboleva, a Research Scientist at the Institute of Chemical Biology and Fundamental Medicine, Russian Academy of Sciences, has made significant contributions to the study of protein-nucleic interactions and enzymology. Her research focuses on the structural and functional characteristics of human milk lactoferrin, its complexes with other milk proteins, and the formation of highly stable multiprotein complexes from human milk and placenta. With a total of 25 published journal papers in SCI and Scopus-indexed publications and 9 citations, she has demonstrated consistent scholarly output in biochemical and molecular biology research. Her h-index, as reflected in her Scopus profile, highlights the impact and recognition of her scientific work within the global research community. She has completed three research projects with one ongoing, showing a sustained commitment to advancing enzymology and protein research. Additionally, she has contributed to academic literature through a book chapter and participated in international collaborations such as the U.S. Civilian Research & Development Foundation  Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. Her research excellence and international engagement underline her position as a deserving candidate for recognition under the Best Researcher Award category.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Research Gate

Featured Publications

Soboleva, S. E., Maltseva, N. A., Kostrikina, I. A., Dmitrenok, P. S., & Nevinsky, G. A. Metal dependent glycosidases of sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix and their properties.

Tupitsyna, A. V., Grigorieva, A. E., Soboleva, S. E., Maltseva, N. A., Sedykh, S. E., Poletaeva, J., Dmitrenok, P. S., Ryabchikova, E. I., & Nevinsky, G. A.  Isolation of extracellular vesicles of Holothuria (sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix). International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(16), 12907.

Zaksas, N. P., Timofeeva, A. M., Dmitrenok, P. S., Soboleva, S. E., & Nevinsky, G. A. Comparison of the content of several elements in seawater, sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix and its high-molecular-mass multiprotein complex. Molecules, 27(6), 1958.

Timofeeva, A. M., Kostrikina, I. A., Dmitrenok, P. S., Soboleva, S. E., & Nevinsky, G. A. Protease and DNase activities of a very stable high-molecular-mass multiprotein complex from sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(12), 6677.

Timofeeva, A. M., Kostrikina, I. A., Dmitrenok, P. S., Soboleva, S. E., & Nevinsky, G. A.  Very stable two mega dalton high-molecular-mass multiprotein complex from sea cucumber Eupentacta fraudatrix.

Iwona Polak | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Iwona Polak | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn | Poland

Iwona Polak, M.Sc. Eng., is a researcher at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology, specializing in the molecular biology of parasitic nematodes from the Anisakidae family. Her scientific contributions focus on unraveling the molecular and proteomic mechanisms of Anisakis simplex, a parasite of marine mammals that poses risks to human health. With 11 published journal papers indexed in Scopus and other scientific databases, she has developed a strong academic record supported by 75 citations on ResearchGate and 57 citations on Scopus, reflecting her growing influence in parasitology and molecular biology. Her h-index of 4 demonstrates the consistent impact of her research output within her field. Through advanced transcriptomic and proteomic analyses, particularly using NGS and LC-MS/MS approaches, Polak’s work provides key insights into host–parasite interactions and parasite adaptation mechanisms. She has collaborated internationally with the Marine Research Institute (IIM-CSIC) in Vigo, Spain, in proteomics research. With one ongoing research project and plans to defend her doctoral thesis in biological sciences, she continues to expand her scientific profile and contribute to developing innovative therapeutic and control strategies for anisakiasis.

Featured Publications

Polak, I., et al. (2025). Diversity, expression, and structural modeling of sugar transporters in Anisakis simplex s. s. L3 and L4 larvae: An in vitro and in silico study. BMC Genomics, 26, Article 12068.

Polak, I., et al. (2025). Coupled transcriptome and proteome analysis of L3 and L4 developmental stages of Anisakis simplex s. s.: Insights into target genes under glucose influence. BMC Genomics, 26, Article 12069.

Polak, I., et al. (2024). The response of Anisakis simplex (s. s.) to anthelmintics: Specific changes in xenobiotic metabolic processes. International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 19, 80–92.

Jes Rust | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Jes Rust | Life Sciences Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Jes Rust | Bonner Institut fur Organismische Biologie (BIOB) | Germany

Prof. Dr. Jes Rust is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with an impressive scholarly record: he has published  41 documents, garnered 1,800 citations, and holds an h-index of about 46, evidence of both consistent productivity and strong impact in invertebrate palaeontology and evolutionary biology. His work, covering the evolution, phylogeny and paleobiology of insects, the early evolution of arthropods, molluscs, and theoretical aspects of phylogeny and systematics, has not only enriched fundamental scientific understanding but also shaped disciplinary debates. Since his habilitation, and especially in his long tenure as Professor at the University of Bonn, Jes Rust has combined rigorous field and laboratory research with high-quality publications and editorial leadership (e.g. editorship of Palaeontographica A), further amplifying his influence in the scientific community. His citation count and h-index reflect that many of his papers are regularly referenced, confirming their lasting relevance. In addition, his leadership roles in scientific societies and committees demonstrate recognition by peers. Taken together, his documents, citations, and metric indicators make Prof. Dr. Jes Rust an eminently suitable laureate for the Best Researcher Award.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

Jiang, H., Moulds, M. S., Blank, S. M., Rust, J., Wedmann,  Wang, B. (2025). Sounds from the Eocene: The first singing cicada from the Messel Pit, Germany. Scientific Reports, 15, Article 12826.

Rust, J., & McCoy, V. E. (2025). Fossilisation ecology – A more complete concept of taphonomy. Trends in Ecology & Evolution. Advance online publication.

Jiang, H., Szwedo, J., Labandeira, C. C., Chen, J., Moulds, M. S., Mähler, B., Muscente, A. D., Zhuo, D., Nyunt, T. T., Zhang, H., Wei, C., Rust, J., & Wang, B. (2024). Mesozoic evolution of cicadas and their origins of vocalization and root feeding. Nature Communications, 15(1), Article 376.