Krishnarjuna Bankala | Health and Medicine Advances | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Krishnarjuna Bankala | Health and Medicine Advances | Research Excellence Award

Senior Resident, All India Institute Of Medical Sciences | India

Dr. Krishnarjuna Bankala is a highly cited researcher with a strong international research footprint, reflected in 873 Google Scholar citations across 54 peer-reviewed publications, an h-index of 18, and an i10-index of 30. His research portfolio centers on biomolecular chemistry and biophysics, with particular emphasis on membrane proteins, lipid and polymer nanodiscs, peptide therapeutics, high-resolution NMR spectroscopy, and structure–function relationships of bioactive peptides and proteins. He has made significant contributions to detergent-free membrane protein isolation technologies, nanodisc-based functional reconstitution systems, and structural characterization of disease-relevant proteins, including amyloids and ion channel modulators. His work includes influential original research articles, high-impact review papers, and book chapters, published in leading international journals. The research outputs demonstrate strong translational relevance to drug discovery, vaccine development, and antimicrobial research, alongside sustained scholarly impact through citations, peer recognition, and contributions to advancing experimental platforms in structural and chemical biology.

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Marwa Matboli | Molecular Biology | Women Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Marwa Matboli | Molecular Biology | Women Researcher Award

Marwa Matboli at Faculty of Medicine – Ain Shams University, Egypt.

Prof. Dr. Marwa Matboli is a distinguished Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Ain Shams University, Egypt. With a robust academic and research background, she has significantly contributed to the fields of molecular diagnostics, bioinformatics, and translational medicine. Her work encompasses the exploration of non-coding RNAs in disease mechanisms, the application of computational tools in biomedical research, and the development of novel biomarkers for various diseases. She has held several key academic and administrative positions, demonstrating leadership in both educational and research domains.

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Educational Details

  • MD in Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Ain Shams University, November 2012
    Thesis: Proteomic Analysis in Breast Screening Study
    Grade: GPA 3.12

  • MSc in Medical Biochemistry, Ain Shams University, May 2009
    Thesis: Detection of mRNA of Apoptosis Inhibition Gene in Urine of Bladder Cancer
    Grade: Excellent

  • M.B., B.Ch. in Medicine, Ain Shams University, December 2002
    Grade: Excellent 

  • Academic Visitor, St. George’s University of London, 2010–2012

Professional Experience

  • Professor, Department of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (2023–Present)

  • Associate Professor, Department of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University (2018–2023)

  • Lecturer, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Ain Shams University (2013–2018)

  • Assistant Lecturer, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Ain Shams University (2009–2012)

  • Demonstrator, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Ain Shams University (2005–2009)

  • General Practitioner, Ain Shams University Hospitals (2002–2003); Ministry of Health (2003–2004)

  • Coordinator, Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Armed Forces College of Medicine (2016–2017)

  • Coordinator, Biomedical Research Department, Armed Forces College of Medicine (2016–2017)

  • Acting Head, Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Modern University for Technology and Information (July 2019–2023)

  • Director, Medical Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine, Modern University for Technology and Information (July 2019–September 2023)

  • Professor and Researcher, Molecular Biology Research Lab, Faculty of Oral & Dental Medicine, Misr International University

  • Coordinator, Genetic Module, Ain Shams Faculty of Medicine (2024–Present)

  • Coordinator, Courses in Genetic Engineering, Applied Genomic Technology, Genomics & Proteomics, and Computational Findings, Faculty of Artificial Intelligence, Delta University for Science and Technology (September 2024–Present)

Research Interest

Prof. Dr. Marwa Matboli’s research focuses on:

  • Non-coding RNAs (miRNAs, lncRNAs, circRNAs) in disease diagnostics and therapeutics

  • Bioinformatics and computational biology applications in medical research

  • Molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic disorders, including diabetes and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis

  • Cancer biomarker discovery and validation

  • Integration of machine learning models in biomedical data analysis

She has contributed to multiple international projects, including the development of the MicroRNA Childhood Cancer Catalog (M3Cs) Version 2.0 and the African Genomic Medicine Training Initiative (AGMT) course.

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  • Google Scholar

    • Total Citations: 2,057

    • h-index: 27

    • i10-index: 59

  • Scopus

    • Total Citations: ~1,550

    • h-index: 22

  • ResearchGate

    • Research Interest Score: 1,000.2

  • ORCID Id: 0000-0002-6852-3954

Top Noted Publication

1. Title: Investigation of long noncoding RNAs expression profile as potential serum biomarkers in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma
Authors: Kamel MM, Matboli M, Sallam M, Montasser IF, Saad AS, El-Tawdi AHF
Journal: Translational Research
Volume/Issue/Pages: 168, 134–145
Year: 2016
Impact Factor (2016): ~5.029
Category & Ranking (2016): Medicine, Research & Experimental (Q1)
Citations (Google Scholar): 148
Contribution: Co-author (Prof. Marwa Matboli)

2. Title: Urinary exosomal microRNA panel unravels novel biomarkers for diagnosis of type 2 diabetic kidney disease
Authors: Eissa S, Matboli M, Aboushahba R, Bekhet MM, Soliman Y
Journal: Journal of Diabetes and its Complications
Volume/Issue/Pages: 30(8), 1585–1592
Year: 2016
Impact Factor (2016): ~2.722
Category & Ranking (2016): Endocrinology & Metabolism (Q2)
Citations (Google Scholar): 132
Contribution: Co-author (Prof. Marwa Matboli)

3. Title: Clinical verification of a novel urinary microRNA panel: miR-133b, miR-342, and miR-30 as biomarkers for diabetic nephropathy identified by bioinformatics analysis
Authors: Eissa S, Matboli M, Bekhet MM
Journal: Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
Volume/Pages: 83, 92–99
Year: 2016
Impact Factor (2016): ~2.759
Category & Ranking (2016): Pharmacology & Pharmacy (Q2)
Citations (Google Scholar): 119
Contribution: Co-author (Prof. Marwa Matboli)

4. Title: Caffeic acid attenuates diabetic kidney disease via modulation of autophagy in a high-fat diet/streptozotocin-induced diabetic rat
Authors: Matboli M, Eissa S, Ibrahim D, Hegazy MGA, Imam SS, Habib EK
Journal: Scientific Reports
Volume/Article: 7, Article number: 2263
Year: 2017
Impact Factor (2017): ~4.122
Category & Ranking (2017): Multidisciplinary Sciences (Q1)
Citations (Google Scholar): 94
Contribution: First author (Prof. Marwa Matboli)

5. Title: Integrative functional genetic-epigenetic approach for selecting genes as urine biomarkers for bladder cancer diagnosis
Authors: Eissa S, Matboli M, Essawy NOE, Kotb YM
Journal: Tumor Biology
Volume/Pages: 36, 9545–9552
Year: 2015
Impact Factor (2015): ~2.926
Category & Ranking (2015): Oncology (Q3) (Note: The journal was later retracted by the publisher in 2017 for multiple articles due to concerns about peer review integrity)
Citations (Google Scholar): 68
Contribution: Co-author (Prof. Marwa Matboli)

Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Marwa Matboli exemplifies the ideal candidate for the Women Researcher Award in Molecular Biology. Her exceptional scholarly output, academic leadership, and pioneering contributions to RNA biology, computational medicine, and translational diagnostics set her apart as a transformative figure in the biomedical field. By addressing minor visibility gaps at the global level, she can further elevate her profile as a leading international expert.