Dr. Bilal Yıldırım | Cancer Biology & Oncology | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Bilal Yıldırım | Cancer Biology & Oncology | Research Excellence Award

Marmara University Internal Medicine Department | Turkey

Dr. Bilal Yıldırım is a physician and internal medicine resident with a strong academic foundation and growing expertise in clinical research and multidisciplinary patient care. He completed his medical education at Istanbul University–Cerrahpaşa Medical School with high academic distinction, reflecting a solid grounding in core medical sciences and clinical practice. His professional experience includes service as a general practitioner in an emergency department setting, where he gained broad exposure to acute care and complex clinical decision-making, followed by advanced specialty training in internal medicine at a leading academic institution. He has further enriched his clinical perspective through international observerships and training experiences in hematology-oncology and cardiology at prestigious medical centers in the United States. His research interests focus on hematology, oncology, genomics-guided medicine, prognostic biomarkers, and personalized treatment strategies in complex diseases. He has contributed to national and international scientific meetings through poster and e-poster presentations and is a published author in a peer-reviewed international journal, highlighting his commitment to academic medicine and evidence-based practice. Recognized by strong performance in standardized medical examinations, his profile reflects both clinical competence and research-oriented thinking. Overall, his work demonstrates a dedication to advancing internal medicine through clinical excellence, translational research, and continuous professional development within modern, patient-centered healthcare.

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Dr. Mahmoud Abo- Elmaaref | Life Sciences Innovation | Life Sciences Innovation

Dr. Mahmoud Abo- Elmaaref | Life Sciences Innovation | Life Sciences Innovation

Conservation Department, Faculty of Archaeology, Sohag University, Sohag, Egypt

Mahmoud Abo Elmaaref is a lecturer and specialist in the conservation of archaeological organic materials, with a particular focus on ancient textiles. He holds a master’s degree in textile conservation (2017) and a PhD in the prevention of microbiological deterioration in archaeological linen using enzymes and nanomaterials (2022), both from Sohag University. Over the course of his academic career, he has served as demonstrator, assistant lecturer, lecturer, and former director of the Center for Studies and Research of Archaeology and Restoration. He has completed extensive training in conservation sciences, documentation, quality assurance, scientific research skills, data analysis, microscopy, nanomaterials applications, and museum collection care through national and international workshops. His research interests include textile conservation, nanomaterials, enzymatic cleaning, antifungal treatments, aging studies, characterization techniques, and sustainable conservation approaches. He has published numerous studies in recognized journals, contributing knowledge on linen and cotton conservation, fungal deterioration, silver-nanoparticle treatments, polymer nanocomposites, and eco-friendly antimicrobial agents. His work demonstrates strong commitment to advancing textile preservation through innovative scientific methods. Overall, his career reflects a blend of research productivity, academic development, conservation practice, and dedication to protecting archaeological heritage for future generations.

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Abo-Elmaaref, M., Mohamed, W. S., & Swielam, E. M. (2025, November 29). Eco-friendly nano-curcumin loaded on different polymers: Properties and applications as a consolidation and antimicrobial agent for archaeological cotton textiles. Discover Applied Sciences.

Abo-Elmaaref, M. (2025, October 21). TiO2 nanoparticles loaded onto methyl methacrylate/ethyl acrylate nanopolymers as consolidation and antimicrobial agents for ivory artefacts. Pigment & Resin Technology.

Abo-Elmaaref, M. (2025, September 24). Synthesis of Chitosan/Klucel E nanocomposite: Properties and application as an antimicrobial and consolidation agent to conserve dyed linen textiles. Pigment & Resin Technology.

Abo-Elmaaref, M. (2024). The usage of AgNPs/Klucel G nanocomposites and some conventional materials in the conservation of archaeological linen textile remains. Advanced Research in Conservation Science.

Abo-Elmaaref, M. (2023). A comparative study for the effect of laboratory aging and fungal infection on properties of raw and dyed linen textiles. Advanced Research in Conservation Science.