Luis Rico | Oncology | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Luis Rico | Oncology | Editorial Board Member

Managing Director | Hospital Aleman | Argentina

Dr. Luis Rico is a distinguished clinician–researcher at Hospital Alemán, Buenos Aires, renowned for his impactful contributions to urology, with a strong focus on endourology, advanced laser technologies, and minimally invasive surgical innovation. His work centers on improving procedural precision, optimizing perioperative outcomes, and enhancing patient safety in the management of complex urolithiasis. By integrating next-generation laser systems, cutting-edge endoscopic platforms, and refined surgical protocols, Dr. Rico continually advances evidence-based approaches that elevate standards of clinical care. With an active and growing academic footprint, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications addressing pivotal challenges in intrarenal surgery, flexible ureteroscopy, and comparative laser performance particularly evaluating modalities such as the Thulium Fiber Laser and HO:YAG systems. His research has expanded global understanding of operative efficiency, stone-free rates, laser–tissue dynamics, and postoperative recovery pathways. Dr. Rico collaborates extensively with international urology organizations, multidisciplinary surgical teams, and multicenter research networks, underscoring his commitment to shared scientific progress, surgical innovation, and clinical excellence. In addition to his research, he plays a key role in clinical training, contributes to multicenter trials, and advances patient-centered care through methodical, outcomes-driven practice. His scholarly contributions reflect a balanced blend of innovation, scientific rigor, and translational relevance, ensuring continued impact on the evolving landscape of urologic surgery and minimally invasive therapeutic strategies. Dr. Rico’s academic influence is further highlighted by his research metrics, which include 252 citations, 35 scientific documents, and an h-index of 9, reflecting both the quality and reach of his contributions to modern urological science.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

Rico, L., Blas, L., Álvarez Jaramillo, J., Filgueira, G., Soldano, J., & Contreras, P. (2025). Magneto Ho:YAG laser versus Thulium Fiber Laser for laser lithotripsy during flexible ureteroscopy with a flexible and navigable ureteral access sheath. International Urology and Nephrology.

Rico, L., Blas, L., Banda Ramos, L., Maqueda, M., Pizzarello, J., & Contreras, P. (2025). Thulium Fiber Laser versus Vapor Tunnel HO:YAG laser in retrograde intrarenal surgery: Which one has better laser ablation performance? World Journal of Urology.

Rico, L., Diaz-Zorita, V., Blas, L., Banda Ramos, L., Sabeh, P., & Contreras, P. (2025). Is the ablation stone efficacy and efficiency better with a flexible and navigable suction ureteric access sheath? World Journal of Urology.

Rico, L., Blas, L., Pizzarello, J., Banda-Ramos, L., & Contreras, P. (2024). Mini-endoscopic combined intrarenal surgery (mini-ECIRS) for complex urolithiasis. World Journal of Urology.

Rico, L., Maqueda, M., Blas, L., & Contreras, P. (2024). Anterograde placement of drug-coated balloon for ureteroileal anastomosis stricture. BMJ Case Reports.

Shahanavaj Khan | Cancer Science | Editorial Board Member

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shahanavaj Khan | Cancer Science | Editorial Board Member

Associate Professor | Shri Ram College | India

Dr. Shahanavaj Khan is a distinguished researcher at King Saud University, Riyadh, specializing in cancer biology, pharmacology, and bioactive natural compounds. His work focuses on the anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory potential of plant-derived molecules, with particular emphasis on mechanisms involving apoptosis, Toll-Like Receptors, and microbiome-mediated cancer pathways. Dr. Khan employs advanced in-silico, in-vitro, and translational approaches to identify novel therapeutic targets and understand disease mechanisms, aiming to improve cancer diagnostics and treatment strategies. He has authored 54 publications in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to the understanding of prostate, lung, and other cancers, while integrating computational modeling with experimental validation. His research involves extensive collaborations with over 200 co-authors globally, demonstrating leadership in multidisciplinary oncology and pharmacology networks. Through his innovative studies on natural bioactive compounds and cancer therapeutics, Dr. Khan has contributed to the advancement of safer, more targeted treatment options, positively impacting patient care and public health. His scholarly work also underscores the importance of microbiome and receptor-mediated mechanisms in disease progression, bridging fundamental research with clinical applications. Dr. Khan’s academic influence and research productivity are reflected in his metrics 1,355 citations, 54 documents, and an h-index of 21.

Profiles: Scopus

Featured Publications

Khan, S., et al. (2025). Implication of Toll-Like Receptors in growth and management of health and diseases: Special focus as a promising druggable target to Prostate Cancer. [Review]. 7 citations.

Khan, S., et al. (2025). The implication of microbiome in lungs cancer: mechanisms and strategies of cancer growth, diagnosis and therapy. [Review]. 6 citations.

Khan, S., et al. (2025). Analysis of anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory activity in Typhonium flagelliforme rhizome extract by induction of apoptosis: An in-vitro study. Fitoterapia.

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