Prof. Dr. Maria Luisa Brandi | Biomolecular Diagnosis Awards | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Maria Luisa Brandi | Biomolecular Diagnosis Awards | Excellence in Research Award 

Prof. Dr. Maria Luisa Brandi, FIRMO Foundation, Italy

Maria Luisa Brandi is a Full Professor of Endocrinology at the University of Florence Medical School in Italy. She earned her MD from the University of Florence in 1977 and later completed a Ph.D. in Cell Biology from the University of Rome. Her distinguished academic career includes a tenure as Visiting Scientist at the NIH (USA) and leadership of multiple clinical and research units, notably on hereditary endocrine tumors and metabolic bone disorders. With over 600 peer-reviewed publications and 250 book chapters, her research spans osteoporosis, parathyroid disorders, bone genetics, and rare metabolic diseases. She has served on editorial boards of major journals and held prestigious positions in global endocrine and osteoporosis societies. As the President of the F.I.R.M.O. Foundation, she also champions public awareness and research funding for bone diseases. Her accolades include the Helena Rubinstein “Women in Science” Award and the Pierre Delmas Prize. She is widely recognized as one of Italy’s leading scientists in endocrinology and bone research.

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Summary of Suitability for Excellence in Research Award – Maria Luisa Brandi

Professor Maria Luisa Brandi is a world-renowned expert in endocrinology with a distinguished academic and research career spanning over four decades. As a Full Professor of Endocrinology at the University of Florence and Director of multiple clinical and research units, she has made pioneering contributions to the fields of metabolic bone diseases, hereditary endocrine tumors, and rare bone disorders.

🎓 Education

  • MD in Medicine – University of Florence, Italy (1977)

  • Specialization in Endocrinology – University of Florence Hospital (1977–1980)

  • Ph.D. in Cell Biology – University of Rome (1988)

  • 🧬 Postdoctoral Research (Visiting Scientist) – NIH, USA (1984–1990)

🧪 Work Experience

  • Professor of Endocrinology – University of Florence (Assistant → Associate → Full Professor, 1990–Present)

  • Director –

    • Regional Center on Hereditary Endocrine Tumors (1998–Present)

    • Clinical Unit on Metabolic Bone Disorders (2007–Present)

    • University Master in Metabolic Bone Disease (2004–Present)

  • Scientific Roles –

    • Delegate for Italy-USA Academic Interactions (2000–2003)

    • Scientific Attaché for the City of Florence (2015–Present)

    • Health Education Delegate, University of Florence (2016–Present)

  • President – F.I.R.M.O. Foundation (2006–Present) 🦴

  • Editorial Work – Editor-in-Chief, Clinical Cases in Bone and Mineral Metabolism (2004–Present)

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 🧪 Roussel Italia Award (1988)

  • 🌍 European Foundation Award (1989)

  • 🧫 Schering Award, Italian Endocrine Society (1990)

  • 👵 Sandoz Foundation Award for Gerontological Research (1991)

  • 👩‍🔬 Helena Rubinstein “Women in Science” Award (1998)

  • 🧠 Italian Endocrine Society Senior Award (2003)

  • 💎 Pierre Delmas IOF/ESCEO Prize (2013)

  • 🇮🇹 Top Italian Scientist Recognition (2016)

📚 Publications & Research

  • 📝 600+ peer-reviewed papers

  • 📘 250 book chapters and books

  • 💡 Research Areas:

    • Genetics & Clinics of Osteoporosis

    • Parathyroid Disorders

    • Bone Cell Biology

    • Endocrine Neoplasia

    • Epidemiology & Rare Bone Diseases

Publication Top Notes:

Serums miR-24-3p and miR-1301-3p as Potential Biomarkers in MEN1 Syndrome

Antiproliferative Role of Natural and Semi-Synthetic Tocopherols on Colorectal Cancer Cells Overexpressing the Estrogen Receptor β

Establishment and Molecular Characterization of a Human Stem Cell Line from a Primary Cell Culture Obtained from an Ectopic Calcified Lesion of a Tumoral Calcinosis Patient Carrying a Novel <i>GALNT3</i> Mutation

The Presence of the Endocannabinoid System in an In Vitro Model of Gorham-Stout Disease and Its Possible Role in the Pathogenesis

Up-to-Date Imaging for Parathyroid Tumor Localization in MEN1 Patients with Primary Hyperparathyroidism: When and Which Ones (A Narrative Pictorial Review)

Mechanisms of Action of Phytoestrogens and Their Role in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Role of Nutrition in the Management of Patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1

Irisin and Its Role in Postmenopausal Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia

Prof. Abdullah Alhamdan | Diagnostics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Abdullah Alhamdan | Diagnostics | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Abdullah Alhamdan, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia

Abdullah Mohamed Alhamdan is a distinguished Professor of Food Process Engineering and the Director of the Dates Industry & Technology Chair (CDIT) at King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering from King Saud University and an M.Sc. and Ph.D. from The Ohio State University, his expertise spans food processing engineering, focusing on the design of production lines, food packaging, and postharvest chain management. He is renowned for his work in dates and by-products processing, including innovative applications in dates and dairy products. Alhamdan has served as a consultant for various international and governmental bodies, such as FAO and SABIC, and has been pivotal in advancing dates technology. His contributions to the field have been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the International Prize of King Salman for Innovations (2017) and the International Khalifah Prize for Date Palm Technology

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Abdullah Mohamed Alhamdan

Prof. Abdullah Mohamed Alhamdan is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award based on his extensive contributions to the field of Food Process Engineering and his significant impact in the agricultural and food sciences. Here’s an overview of his qualifications:

Academic Background:

  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering (1984), King Saud University, Riyadh, KSA
  • M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering (1990, 1995), The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, US

Research Interests: 🌾

Prof. Alhamdan specializes in Food Processing Engineering, focusing on:

  • Design of food industry production lines and food packaging
  • Applications of heat and mass transfer in food processing
  • Postharvest chain management
  • Dates processing and industry, including storage, freezing, and utilization of palm tree by-products
  • Development of innovative dairy and date-based products

Professional Activities: 🌟

  • Director of the Date Industry and Technology Chair (CDIT) at King Saud University
  • Board Member, Administrative Council of Irrigation and Drainage Authority, Ahsa
  • Board Member, Administrative Council of National Center of Date Palm (NCDP)
  • International Expert at FAO
  • Consultant to various organizations, including Saudi Development Fund, Arab Authority for Agricultural Investment and Development (AAAID), and more

Awards: 🏆

  • International Prize of King Salman for Innovations (2017)
  • International Khalifah Prize for Date Palm Technology (2013) for innovative storage of Barhi Dates
  • Al-Maarai Award of Innovative Research (2007) for water and energy conservation in agricultural cooling systems

Publication top Notes:

Impact of Storage Conditions on Fruit Color, Firmness and Total Soluble Solids of Hydroponic Tomatoes Grown at Different Salinity Levels

Non-Destructive Evaluation of the Physiochemical Properties of Milk Drink Flavored with Date Syrup Utilizing VIS-NIR Spectroscopy and ANN Analysis

Utilizing VIS-NIR Technology to Generate a Quality Index (Qi) Model of Barhi Date Fruits at the Khalal Stage Stored in a Controlled Environment

Utilizing Near-Infrared (NIR) Technology to Predict the Quality Index (Qi) Model of Barhi Dates Fruit at Khalal Stage Stored in a Controlled Environment

Non-destructive evaluation of the physiochemical properties of milk drink flavored with date syrup utilizing NIR Spectroscopy and ANN analysis

Developing an Internal Preference Map for Assessing Cow’s and Camel’s Milk Enriched with Date Syrup