Permal Deo | Prostate Cancer | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Permal Deo | Prostate Cancer | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer | Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia | Australia

Dr. Permal Deo is a distinguished food scientist and academic leader renowned for his contributions to nutrition, food biochemistry, and public health research. He holds a PhD in Food Biochemistry from Queen’s University Belfast, UK, where his doctoral work investigated the effects of food-derived advanced glycation end-products (AGEs) on oxidative stress and receptor activity in human cell lines. Complementing this, he earned a Master of Applied Science and Postgraduate Diploma from The University of Queensland, Australia, and a Bachelor of Science from The University of the South Pacific, Fiji. With over two decades of academic, research, and industry experience, Dr. Deo’s expertise encompasses food microbiology, food processing, functional foods, and the molecular pathways linking type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. His research emphasizes the bioactivity of natural plant compounds and nutraceuticals in combating oxidative stress and inflammation, as well as the antimicrobial and food safety applications of electrochemically activated solutions. An accomplished mentor and research leader, he has supervised numerous postgraduate students and attracted more than AUD 2.5 million in competitive funding from prestigious bodies including the Australian Research Council, Diabetes Australia, and Horticulture Innovation. His extensive collaborations with institutions such as CSIRO, Monash University, and the University of Adelaide have advanced understanding in genome stability, indigenous food systems, and sustainable nutrition technologies. Widely recognized for his scholarly impact and leadership, Dr. Deo has presented at global scientific conferences and published influential studies in leading journals. His enduring scientific legacy is reflected through 944 citations, 57 documents, and an h-index of 19, underscoring his influential role in advancing the frontiers of food biochemistry, nutritional science, and biomedical innovation.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate | LinkedIn

Featured Publications

1. Snelson, M., Tan, S. M., Clarke, R. E., De Pasquale, C., Thallas-Bonke, V., Deo, P., … & Coughlan, M. T. (2021). Processed foods drive intestinal barrier permeability and microvascular diseases. Science Advances, 7(14), eabe4841. Cited by: 148

2. Sim, D. P., Khazandi, M., Chan, W. Y., Deo, P., & Trott, D. J. (2019). Antimicrobial activity of thyme oil, oregano oil, thymol and carvacrol against sensitive and resistant microbial isolates from dogs with otitis externa. Veterinary Dermatology. Cited by: 106

3. Deo, P., Hewawasam, E., Karakoulakis, A., Claudie, D. J., Nelson, R., & Vemulpad, S. (2016). In vitro inhibitory activities of selected Australian medicinal plant extracts against protein glycation, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), and digestive enzymes linked to diabetes. BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 16(1), 435. Cited by: 61

4. Bergamin, A., Mantzioris, E., Cross, G., Deo, P., Garg, S., & Hill, A. M. (2019). Nutraceuticals: Reviewing their role in chronic disease prevention and management. Pharmaceutical Medicine, 33(4), 291–309. Cited by: 60

5. Fenech, M., Knasmueller, S., Knudsen, L. E., Kirsch-Volders, M., Deo, P., … & Bonassi, S. (2021). “Micronuclei and Disease” special issue: Aims, scope, and synthesis of outcomes. Mutation Research/Reviews in Mutation Research, 788, 108384. Cited by: 54

6. Ferro, S., Amorico, T., & Deo, P. (2018). Role of food sanitising treatments in inducing the ‘viable but nonculturable’ state of microorganisms. Food Control, 91, 321–329. Cited by: 54

Zu-Chian Chiang | Biomedicine | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zu-Chian Chiang | Biomedicine | Best Researcher Award

Fujian Normal University | China

Author Profile

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🔬 Dr. Zu-Chian Chiang, Ph.D.

Postdoctoral Fellow | Biomedical Research & Targeted Cancer Therapy Specialist 🧪🧬🎯
Fujian Normal University, Biomedical Research Center of Southern China

Dr. Zu-Chian Chiang is a distinguished Postdoctoral Fellow at the Biomedical Research Center of Southern China, Fujian Normal University, Qishan Campus, in Fuzhou, China. With a strong foundation in Materials and Chemical Engineering (Ph.D., National United University, Taiwan) and Chemistry (M.S., Tunghai University, Taiwan), Dr. Chiang has dedicated his academic journey to the intersection of materials science, chemistry, and biomedical innovation.

His research interests span a broad range of cutting-edge biomedical fields, including:
🔹 Functional peptide synthesis for cancer and bone tissue applications
🔹 Development of biomicro/macro-molecular complexes for regenerative medicine
🔹 Design of Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs) for targeted cancer therapy
🔹 Engineering of aptamers as blockers, agonists, or antagonists in cancer treatment

💡 Dr. Chiang has also contributed to academia through teaching roles, serving as a Teaching Assistant in Organic Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics at National United University.

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 2020: Science and Technology Commissioner, Quanzhou, Fujian Province

  • 2017: Chairman Award, Miaoli Southeast Rotary Club, Rotary International Taiwan

  • 2016: Biotech Elite Training Reserve Program Awardee, National Taiwan University, Ministry of Science and Technology

🌐 Professional Affiliations & Contributions

  • Peer Reviewer, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules

  • Chief Club President (CP), Miaoli Xindong Satellite Rotary Club, Rotary International District 3501

  • Committee Member, Chinese Rotary Education Foundation (West District Chapter)

  • Member, Taiwan Biochemical Society 🧬

  • Member, Chinese Chemical Society ⚗️

  • Member, Chinese Society of Cell Biology 🔬

Dr. Chiang continues to blend his expertise in chemistry and biomedical engineering to push forward translational research, particularly in the field of cancer therapeutics and regenerative biomaterials.

🛡️ Conclusion

Dr. Zu-Chian Chiang stands at the forefront of interdisciplinary biomedical research, merging materials science, chemistry, and biotechnology to pioneer novel solutions in cancer therapy and regenerative medicine. His dedication to scientific advancement, combined with his active involvement in academic, professional, and community networks, highlights his role as a passionate innovator and collaborative leader in the global biomedical field. With a strong track record and a clear vision, Dr. Chiang continues to make impactful contributions that bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and clinical application. 🌍🔬💡

📊🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

1. Development of Novel CD47-Specific ADCs Possessing High Potency Against Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer In Vitro and In Vivo

Authors: Zu-Chian Chiang*, Shan Xu, Xiangqian Zhao, Min Liu*, Jizhen Lin*, Qi Chen*
Journal: Frontiers in Oncology
Year: 2022

2. Generation and Characterization of 7DC-DM1: A Non-Cleavable CD47-Targeting Antibody–Drug Conjugate with Antitumor Effects

Authors: Zu-Chian Chiang*, Shubin Fang, Yangkun Shen, Jizhen Lin, Qi Chen
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
Year: 2025

3. Strengthening Effect of Thalidomide Combined with Anti-PD1 Antibody on Enhancing Immunity for Lung Cancer Therapy

Authors: Qing Liu, Zu-Chian Chiang#, Xiangxian Zhao, Dong-Ya Cui, Xinxin Li, Hao Chen, Fangyu Lin, Tao Jiang, Qi Chen, Xiaoyan Lin*
Journal: Current Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Year: 2024

4. Preparation and Characterization of Antibody–Drug Conjugates Acting on HER2-Positive Cancer Cells

Authors: Zu-Chian Chiang, Yi-Kai Chiu, Cheng-Chung Lee, Yueh-Liang Tsou, Hong-Sen Chen, Horng-Ru Hsu, Tzung-Jie Yang
Journal: PLOS ONE
Year: 2020