Meheli Ghosh | Dermatology | Research Excellence Award

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Meheli Ghosh | Dermatology | Research Excellence Award

PHD | Mercer University | United States

Meheli Ghosh is a pharmaceutical sciences researcher specializing in advanced drug delivery systems and dermatological/transdermal formulation development. Her research focuses on topical and transdermal drug delivery, microneedle-based systems, nanoparticulate and microparticulate carriers, foam and gel formulations, and quality-by-design approaches for skin-targeted therapies, with emerging interests in regulatory-relevant bioequivalence and late-stage product development. She has gained significant research experience through collaborative projects with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, NIH-funded programs, and industry-aligned research at Merck Group, contributing to formulation design, process optimization, IVRT/IVPT studies, and regulatory documentation. Her key contributions include the development of novel drug-loaded microneedles using vacuum compression molding, innovative nanoparticle- and emulsome-based systems for chemical injury mitigation, and advanced topical platforms addressing unmet dermatological needs. Impact Vision: Her work bridges academic research and regulatory science, accelerating the translation of safe, effective, and scalable dermatological therapies that advance global skin health and pharmaceutical innovation.

 

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Seung-Hyun Jun | Skin Penetration Enhancers And Permeability Studies | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Seung-Hyun Jun | Skin Penetration Enhancers And Permeability Studies | Research Excellence Award

Team Leader | LG H&H | South Korea

Dr. Seung-Hyun Jun is a Senior Research Scientist at LG Household & Health Care, Seoul, South Korea, recognized for his significant contributions to advanced dermatological science, skin biology, and the development of bioactive cosmetic and therapeutic ingredients. He holds a strong academic foundation in biotechnology and life sciences, complemented by extensive training in translational skin research. Dr. Jun’s primary research focuses on skin aging mechanisms, cellular senescence, microcirculation, fibroblast physiology, and natural product–based skin health interventions, with particular expertise in compounds such as nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN), escin, and ginsenosides. He has authored 36 peer-reviewed publications, accumulating over 575 citations across 517 citing documents and achieving an h-index of 13, underscoring his growing influence in dermatological research. His recent works, including studies on NMN-induced longevity pathways in skin fibroblasts, microcirculation-enhancing effects of escin, and wild ginseng–derived senotherapeutics, reflect his commitment to bridging molecular pathways with practical skincare innovation. Dr. Jun has collaborated with more than 100 co-authors, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary partnerships across molecular biology, natural product chemistry, and cosmetic science. His research has supported next-generation skincare strategies with measurable societal impact, driving advancements in evidence-based functional ingredients. He has been acknowledged through industry and institutional recognitions for his contributions to scientific innovation. Additionally, he actively serves in editorial and peer-review roles for international journals in molecular biology, dermatology, and cosmetic science, contributing to the advancement of high-quality scientific publishing and global research standards.

 Profiles: Scopus |  ORCID 

Featured Publications

1. Kim, J., Joo, J. H., Kim, J., Rim, H., Shin, J. Y., Choi, Y.-H., Min, K., Lee, S. Y., Jun, S.-H., & Kang, N.-G. (2024). Platycladus orientalis leaf extract promotes hair growth via non-receptor tyrosine kinase ACK1 activation. Current Issues in Molecular Biology.

2. Cho, E., Hyung, K. E., Choi, Y.-H., Chun, H., Kim, D., Jun, S.-H., & Kang, N.-G. (2024). Modulating OCA2 expression as a promising approach to enhance skin brightness and reduce dark spots. Biomolecules.

3. Kang, S., Park, J., Cheng, Z., Ye, S., Jun, S.-H., & Kang, N.-G. (2024). Novel approach to skin anti-aging: Boosting pharmacological effects of exogenous NAD+ by synergistic inhibition of CD38 expression. Cells.

4. Park, J., Shin, J. Y., Kim, D., Jun, S.-H., Jeong, E. T., & Kang, N.-G. (2024). Dihydroavenanthramide D enhances skin barrier function through upregulation of epidermal tight junction expression. Current Issues in Molecular Biology.

5. Kim, J., Ye, S., Jun, S.-H., & Kang, N.-G. (2024). Efficacy of SGPP2 modulation-mediated materials in ameliorating facial wrinkles and pore sagging. Current Issues in Molecular Biology.

Jehng-Kang Wang | Controlled Drug Delivery For Dermatology | Best Innovator Award

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Prof. Jehng-Kang Wang | Controlled Drug Delivery For Dermatology | Best Innovator Award

National Defense Medical University | Taiwan

Prof. Jehng-Kang Wang currently serves as a senior researcher at the National Defense Medical University, Taiwan, where he is recognized for advancing the fields of biomedical science and controlled drug-delivery systems with a focus on dermatology and epithelial biology. Trained through a rigorous academic path that includes foundational studies in molecular and cellular sciences, he has established a research portfolio centered on protease regulation, glycosylation pathways, epithelial barrier function, and innovative therapeutic delivery mechanisms. His scholarly contributions include 49 peer-reviewed publications, collectively cited 1,098 times, with an h-index of 19, underscoring the durable impact of his work across dermatology, molecular genetics, and translational biomedical research. Publication highlights include influential studies on HAI-1 and HAI-2 signaling, protein-folding–associated skin disorders, and emerging drug-delivery methods aimed at improving therapeutic precision in dermatologic and systemic diseases. Prof. Wang has collaborated with more than 170 co-authors globally, demonstrating his active role in interdisciplinary scientific networks, and his research has contributed to improved understanding of skin-related protease pathways and their implications for disease mechanisms. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to several academic committees and has been invited to review manuscripts for specialized journals in cellular biology, dermatology, and biochemical science, reflecting his standing as a subject-matter expert. His work continues to support the development of safer, more effective, and biologically informed therapeutic strategies, with societal impact extending to improved diagnostics and treatment approaches for skin disorders and barrier-compromised conditions. Prof. Wang’s growing body of work positions him as a leading figure in biologically driven innovation for future dermatologic drug-delivery technologies.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications

1. Wang, J. K., Teng, I. J., Lo, T. J., Moore, S., Yeo, Y. H., Teng, Y. C., Kaul, M., Chen, C. C., Zuo, A. H., Chou, F. P., Yang, X., Tseng, I. C., Johnson, M. D., & Lin, C. Y. (2014). Matriptase autoactivation is tightly regulated by the cellular chemical environment. PLoS One.

2. Chang, H. D., Xu, Y., Lai, H., Yang, X., Tseng, C. C., Lai, Y. J., Pan, Y., Zhou, E., Johnson, M. D., Wang, J. K., & Lin, C. Y. (2015). Differential subcellular localization renders HAI-2 a matriptase inhibitor in breast cancer cells but not in mammary epithelial cells. PLoS One.

3. Lai, Y. J., Chang, H. H., Lai, H., Xu, Y., Shiao, F., Huang, N., Li, L., Lee, M. S., Johnson, M. D., Wang, J. K., & Lin, C. Y. (2015). N-glycan branching affects the subcellular distribution of and inhibition of matriptase by HAI-2/placental bikunin. PLoS One.

4. Lai, C. H., Lai, Y. J., Chou, F. P., Chang, H. H., Tseng, C. C., Johnson, M. D., Wang, J. K., & Lin, C. Y. (2016). Matriptase complexes and prostasin complexes with HAI-1 and HAI-2 in human milk: Significant proteolysis in lactation. PLoS One.

5. Chen, C. Y., Chen, C. J., Lai, C. H., Wu, B. Y., Lee, S. P., Johnson, M. D., Lin, C. Y., & Wang, J. K. (2016). Increased matriptase zymogen activation by UV irradiation protects keratinocyte from cell death. Journal of Dermatological Science.

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Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu | Encapsulation Techniques for Active Ingredients | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu | Encapsulation Techniques for Active Ingredients | Pioneer Researcher Award

 City University of Hong Kong | China

Prof. Hsien-Yi Hsu, currently affiliated with the City University of Hong Kong, is an accomplished researcher recognized globally for his contributions to advanced materials, energy conversion technologies, and sustainable electrochemical systems. He holds a strong academic foundation supported by rigorous training that has enabled him to pursue high-impact research across nanomaterials, perovskite optoelectronics, quantum-dot photovoltaics, and electrocatalysis. Prof. Hsu’s research focuses on developing next-generation solar energy devices, tandem solar cell architectures, efficient water-splitting photoelectrodes, and noble-metal-free electrocatalysts aimed at enhancing clean-energy production and environmental sustainability. With an outstanding record of 140 scientific publications, more than 4,674 citations, and an h-index of 40, his work demonstrates both breadth and depth, influencing multiple domains within materials science and renewable energy research. His publications span elite journals, including Energy & Environmental Science, Advanced Energy Materials, Journal of Energy Chemistry, and Science China Materials, reflecting the high quality and impact of his contributions. Prof. Hsu has collaborated with more than 490 co-authors worldwide, highlighting his active role in international scientific networks and multidisciplinary partnerships. He has been recognized through numerous citations and research visibility, underscoring his role as a leading figure in energy materials research. He also contributes to the academic community through participation in peer review and editorial processes for scientific journals, supporting the advancement of research integrity and innovation. Prof. Hsu’s continued exploration of nanostructured materials, scalable fabrication methods, and electrochemical interfaces positions him as a key driver of technological progress with significant societal impact in the fields of clean energy and environmental sustainability.

Profiles: Scopus | Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Huang, X., Lai, X., Yu, L., Hsu, H.-Y., Le Brun, A. P., Wu, C.-M., Muir, B. W., White, J. F., Wang, Y., Rajesh, S., et al. (2025). Antimicrobial activity of nitric oxide delivery nanoparticles for lipopolysaccharides-deficient Gram-negative bacteria. ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering.

2. Li, C., Zhang, S., Yang, Y., Wang, C., Bai, B., Hsu, H.-Y., Yin, Z., Buntine, M. A., Shao, Z., Zhang, H., et al. (2025). Colloidal Zn-based semiconductor nanocrystals: Recent advances and challenges. Advanced Optical Materials.

3. Naz, F., Mak, C. H., Wang, Z., Tong, H., Santoso, S. P., Du, M., Kai, J.-J., Cheng, K.-C., Hsieh, C.-W., Niu, W., et al. (2025). In situ thermal solvent-free synthesis of doped ZIF-8 as a highly efficient visible-light-driven photocatalyst. RSC Applied Interfaces.

4. Tong, H., Li, F.-F., Du, M., Song, H., Han, B., Jia, G., Xu, X.-Q., Zou, X., Ji, L., Kai, J.-J., et al. (2025). Interface engineering, charge carrier dynamics, and solar-driven applications of halide perovskite/2D material heterostructured photocatalysts. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

5. Qiao, Y., Shen, S., Mao, C., Xiao, Y., Lai, W., Wang, Y., Zhong, X., Lu, Y., Li, J., Ge, J., et al. (2025). Interfacial oxygen vacancy-copper pair sites on inverse CeO₂/Cu catalyst enable efficient CO₂ electroreduction to ethanol in acid. Angewandte Chemie International Edition.

 

Dorota Olszewska-Słonina | Skin Penetration Enhancers | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Dorota Olszewska-Słonina | Skin Penetration Enhancers | Best Researcher Award

Head Of Department Of Pathobiochemistry And Clinical Chemistry | Collegium Medicum Of Nicolaus Copernicus University | Poland

Dr. Dorota M. Olszewska-Słonina is a distinguished researcher at the Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Poland, where she contributes extensively to biomedical and nutritional sciences. With a strong foundation in biochemistry and human physiology, she has dedicated her career to understanding the biochemical mechanisms underlying nutrition, health, and disease prevention. Her primary research areas include antioxidant mechanisms, phenolic compounds, the human milk microbiome, and bioactive components in plant-based foods. Dr. Olszewska-Słonina’s work explores how naturally occurring compounds can improve human health, enhance skin function, and prevent oxidative stress-related disorders. Her recent publications have examined topics such as the phenolic profiles and antioxidant properties of Morus alba L. infusions, composition and antioxidant status of vegan milk, and modifications of ion transport in skin microenvironments due to cryoconservation. To date, she has authored 85 peer-reviewed scientific papers, which have collectively received 1,023 citations, reflecting her research influence and recognition in the global scientific community. With an h-index of 15 and collaborations with over 170 international co-authors, Dr. Olszewska-Słonina exemplifies excellence in multidisciplinary and cross-institutional research. Her studies are frequently published in high-impact journals such as Scientific Reports, Antioxidants, Nutrients, Biology, and the Journal of Ethnopharmacology. Dr. Olszewska-Słonina also contributes to the academic community through her involvement in editorial and peer-review activities, ensuring the integrity and quality of scientific literature. Her research has meaningful societal implications, promoting sustainable nutrition, maternal health, and evidence-based approaches to natural product development.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Olszewska-Słonina, D. M., et al. (2025). Phenolic profiles and antioxidant activity of Morus alba L. infusions prepared from commercially available products and naturally collected leaves. Scientific Reports.

2. Olszewska-Słonina, D. M., et al. (2025). Cryoconservation modifies ion transport pathways in the skin microenvironment: An in vitro study. Processes.

3. Olszewska-Słonina, D. M., et al. (2025). Human milk microbiome  in from Polish women giving birth via vaginal delivery—Pilot study. Biology.

4. Olszewska-Słonina, D. M., et al. (2024). Composition and antioxidant status of human milk of women living in Bydgoszcz (Poland). Nutrients.

5. Olszewska-Słonina, D. M., et al. (2024). The Eleutherococcus senticosus fruits' intractum affects changes in the transepithelial electric potential in the distal section of the rabbit's large intestine and inhibits hyaluronidase. Journal of Ethnopharmacology.

Zhenyan Xia | Skin Penetration Enhancers | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zhenyan Xia | Skin Penetration Enhancers | Best Researcher Award

Doctor | Tianjin University | China

Dr. Zhenyan Xia is a distinguished researcher specializing in surface engineering, fluid dynamics, and nanomaterials, with a particular focus on the interaction of liquids with super hydrophobic surfaces. His research explores the intricate dynamics of droplet impact, energy dissipation, and wetting behavior on micro- and nano-structured materials, contributing significantly to advancements in energy-efficient coatings and functional material design. Over the course of his scientific career, Dr. Xia has authored and co-authored 175 peer-reviewed publications that collectively have received 25 academic documents, reflecting his growing influence in materials science and fluid mechanics. His work, such as studies on the “effect of super hydrophobic surfaces with circular rings on droplet impact” and “nanodroplet contact dynamics on square ridges,” has advanced theoretical and computational understanding of wetting phenomena at both macro and nanoscale levels. With an h-index of 7, Dr. Xia’s research output demonstrates both consistency and impact. He has actively collaborated with 37 international co-authors, fostering cross-disciplinary research that bridges materials science, computational modeling, and applied physics. His studies, have practical implications for microfluidic systems, anti-icing technologies, and self-cleaning materials. Dr. Xia’s academic contributions extend beyond publications; they represent a meaningful impact on industrial and environmental applications by promoting sustainable technologies through advanced material surface engineering. His research continues to inspire innovations in energy systems and fluid-material interaction science on a global scale.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Shi, H., Hou, X., Xu, H., Bai, Y., & Xia, Z. (2024). An analysis of the contact time of nanodroplets impacting super hydrophobic surfaces with square ridges. Computational Materials Science.

2. Tai, Y., Xu, H., Bai, Y., Li, L., Wang, S., & Xia, Z. (2022). Experimental investigation of the impact of viscous droplets on super hydrophobic surfaces. Physics of Fluids.

3. Tai, Y., Zhao, Y., Guo, X., Li, L., Wang, S., & Xia, Z. (2021). Research on the contact time of a bouncing microdroplet with lattice Boltzmann method. Physics of Fluids.

4. Xia, Z. (2025). The effect of super hydrophobic surfaces with circular ring on the contact time of droplet impact. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects.