Carlo Croce | Cancer Science | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Carlo Croce
Ohio State University, United States

                  Carlo Croce
Affiliation Ohio State University
Country United States
Scopus ID 7202975031
Documents 1,366
Citations 209,103
h-index 213
Subject Area Cancer Science
Event International Research Awards on Oncology and Cancer Research
ORCID 0000-0003-3788-1457

Carlo Croce is a cancer researcher affiliated with The Ohio State University whose research profile is centered on cancer biology, human cancer genetics and molecular mechanisms associated with malignancy. His institutional profile identifies cancer biology as an area of expertise and highlights human cancer genetics and microRNA research as major interests. [1] Bibliographic databases likewise identify his Ohio State affiliation and extensive publication record. [2]

Abstract

The Innovative Research Award recognition profile examines Carlo Croce in relation to contemporary cancer science and molecular oncology. Available institutional and bibliographic records associate his work with cancer biology, human cancer genetics and microRNA-related mechanisms. [1] His documented research activity includes a substantial body of peer-reviewed scientific literature addressing oncogenes, non-coding RNAs and cancer development. [3]

Keywords

Carlo Croce, Innovative Research Award, cancer science, cancer biology, oncology, human cancer genetics, microRNA, oncogenes, molecular oncology, Ohio State University.

Introduction

Cancer research increasingly integrates molecular genetics, cellular biology and translational science to understand how malignant transformation begins and progresses. Croce’s research has addressed molecular alterations associated with cancer, including oncogenes and regulatory mechanisms involving microRNAs. His published review on oncogenes discussed how molecular targets can contribute to the development of targeted anticancer strategies. [3]

Research Profile

The research profile is primarily situated within cancer biology and genetics. The Ohio State University profile identifies Cancer Biology & Genetics as an academic area and specifically lists human cancer genetics and the role of microRNAs in cancer among areas of expertise. [1] Bibliographic records further associate the researcher with a broad body of cancer-related publications and collaborations. [2]

Research Contributions

A significant theme of Croce’s research concerns the relationship between genetic alterations and malignant disease. His work on oncogenes has considered how genes involved in tumor initiation and progression can become relevant therapeutic targets. [3] His research has also examined microRNAs and their regulatory functions, contributing to broader investigation of non-coding RNA biology in cancer. [4]Research involving small non-coding RNAs has extended this molecular perspective into leukemia and related malignancies. A co-authored review published in Cancers examined small non-coding RNAs in leukemia and identified their relevance to cancer biology and potential therapeutic research. [5] These themes demonstrate the integration of molecular genetics with disease-focused oncology research.

Publications

Available scholarly records show an extensive publication history spanning cancer genetics, oncogenes, microRNAs and related molecular oncology topics. The Ohio State research portal lists more than one thousand research outputs associated with the researcher, while the current bibliographic author record identifies a similarly extensive body of indexed work. [2]

  • Oncogenes and cancer, New England Journal of Medicine, 2008.
  • Causes and consequences of microRNA dysregulation in cancer, Nature Reviews Genetics, 2009.
  • Small Non-Coding RNAs in Leukemia, Cancers, 2022. [5]

Research Impact

The supplied research metrics indicate a substantial bibliometric footprint, including 1,366 documents, 209,103 citations and an h-index of 213. Bibliographic information available through the author’s indexed profile confirms a very high level of publication and citation activity, although such metrics can change as databases are updated.Beyond quantitative indicators, the research record reflects sustained engagement with fundamental questions in cancer biology. Publications addressing oncogenes and microRNA regulation have helped frame molecular mechanisms as important components of modern cancer research and therapeutic investigation.

Award Suitability

Based on the supplied profile information, Carlo Croce demonstrates characteristics relevant to an Innovative Research Award in oncology and cancer research. The combination of a long-standing cancer research program, extensive scholarly output, substantial citation activity and research focused on molecular mechanisms provides a strong evidence base for consideration. [1] Final award decisions should remain subject to the event’s formal eligibility criteria and independent review.

Conclusion

Carlo Croce’s academic profile is closely associated with cancer biology, molecular genetics and oncology research. Institutional and bibliographic sources document extensive research activity and a substantial scholarly impact, while representative publications demonstrate sustained work on oncogenes, microRNAs and cancer-related molecular mechanisms. [2] On the basis of the supplied metrics and documented research themes, the profile is relevant to recognition under an innovative cancer research award.

References

  1. The Ohio State University. (n.d.). Carlo Croce — Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology Program. Ohio State University.
    https://mcdb.osu.edu/people/croce.5
  2. Elsevier. (n.d.). Carlo Maria Croce — Scopus author details, Author ID 7202975031. ScienceDirect.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/author/7202975031/carlo-maria-croce
  3. Croce, C. M. (2008). Oncogenes and cancer. New England Journal of Medicine, 358(5), 502–511.
    https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMra072367
  4. Croce, C. M. (2009). Causes and consequences of microRNA dysregulation in cancer. Nature Reviews Genetics, 10, 704–714.  https://doi.org/10.1038/nrg2634
  5. Balatti, V., & Croce, C. M. (2022). Small Non-Coding RNAs in Leukemia. Cancers, 14(3), 509.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/cancers14030509

Ayda Ahmadi | Pancreatic Cancer | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Ayda Ahmadi | Pancreatic Cancer | Best Researcher Award 

Student | Sahand University of Technology | Iran

Ms. Ayda Ahmadi is an emerging young researcher in biomedical and pharmaceutical engineering whose academic performance, early research productivity, and strong technical training collectively position her as a promising candidate for a Best Researcher Award. Currently pursuing her M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in Pharmaceutical Engineering at Sahand University of Technology, she holds a solid academic foundation built on a high-performing B.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering (Biomaterials) from Khayyam University. Her hands-on experience includes two extensive 240-hour internships at Samen Pharmaceutical Company—where she gained valuable skills in pharmaceutical formulation, sterile production systems, GMP-based quality control, and laboratory documentation—and in a Dental Prosthesis Laboratory, where she developed practical expertise in biomaterials fabrication relevant to tissue engineering and biomedical device applications. Ayda’s research output reflects her focus on advanced drug delivery systems, nanotechnology, and biomaterials, demonstrated through significant works such as the preparation and characterization of silica nanoparticles and aerogels for smart drug delivery, the design of targeted nanocarriers for anticancer drug delivery to pancreatic tumors, and the study of calcium sulfate for treating bone infections in diabetic patients. With manuscripts submitted and under review, she shows early publication initiative and a clear commitment to building a strong scientific portfolio. Her technical proficiency across COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, Aspen HYSYS, OriginPro, and data management tools further enhances her research capability, supported by multiple certifications. Ayda’s research interests—spanning nanostructure functionalization, controlled antibiotic release, and biomedical applications of engineered materials—align strongly with global research priorities in precision medicine and therapeutic innovation. Motivated to participate in international conferences and collaborative projects, she demonstrates ambition, discipline, and scientific curiosity, making her a suitable and competitive candidate for recognition in young researcher or early-career researcher award categories.

Profile: ORCID

Featured Publications

  1. Ahmadi, A., Souri, A., & Moghaddas, J. S. (2025). Preparation, characterization, and application of silica nanoparticles and silica aerogel in smart drug delivery systems. Manuscript submitted for publication.

  2. Ahmadi, A., Souri, A., & Moghaddas, J. S. (2025). Design and development of smart nanocarriers for targeted delivery of anticancer drugs to pancreatic tumors: A review study. Manuscript under review.

  3. Ahmadi, A. (2024). Investigation of the effect of calcium sulfate in the treatment of bone infections in diabetic patients. Unpublished research project, Khayyam University.

  4. Ahmadi, A. (2024). Surface modification of silica aerogel for drug delivery in the treatment of bone infection in diabetic patients. Unpublished research study, Sahand University of Technology.

  5. Ahmadi, A., Souri, A., & Moghaddas, J. S. (2024). Development of functionalized nanostructures for controlled antibiotic release in infectious diseases. Unpublished manuscript.

Ms, Ayda Ahmadi’s research advances next-generation drug delivery systems and biomaterial-based therapeutics, contributing to safer, more effective treatments for cancer and infectious diseases. Her innovative work in nanotechnology and smart drug carriers supports global medical innovation by improving targeted therapy, reducing side effects, and addressing critical healthcare challenges.